A student's Greggs meal deal purchase has ignited a lively discussion on Reddit about value for money, as the total cost of £5.25 drew both praise and criticism from fellow users. The post, shared on the Meal Deal Rates forum, detailed the student's selection: a baguette sandwich, a Diet Coke, a sausage roll, and potato wedges, accompanied by ketchup and mayo.
Savvy Student Offer Boosts Value
The student explained that the baguette, drink, and wedges were bundled as a meal deal for £5.25, while the Vegan Sausage Roll was free thanks to a student offer, bringing the total to £5.25. This combination prompted a range of reactions, with many applauding the cost-effectiveness.
One commenter wrote: "You know what? For the price, you definitely win there. 10 on food selection." Another added: "That's amazing for that price. Better than a premium meal deal at Tesco that costs £5.50."
Mixed Reactions on Quality and Customization
Some users offered suggestions for improvement. "7/10, a different baguette and drink would bump it up for me. Vegan rolls are great!" one said. Another noted: "Switch the drink to Cherry Coke Zero, and it's 10/10 for me." However, others declared they would "eat this exact combination" as presented.
A Redditor from the United States expressed envy: "Actually, a pretty solid meal. I'm not rating because I'm just an American lurker who is very fascinated by the great carry-out, take-out, and grocery store meal cultures you guys have. The closest we come to anything remotely good is from the Publix deli, and there, just half a sub is $8.99 (£6.73), so colour me jealous."
Not everyone was impressed. One critic said: "Nah. Greggs is merely meh at best. I always look for an alternative. Avoiding the pasty tax doesn't work for me. I'd rather pay pennies more and have hot savouries from the likes of Shell or BP. Everything looks anaemic from there as well. If you enjoyed it, I'm pleased, but you're welcome to it."
Greggs Price Hikes Over the Years
The debate comes amid growing frustration over Greggs' pricing. The bakery chain has long been known for affordability, but customers have noted significant price increases. For example, a sausage roll cost 85p in 2016 but now costs £1.35—a 59% rise over a decade. The student's meal deal, however, appears to offer substantial savings when combined with student promotions.
Ultimately, the discussion underscores that meal deal preferences are deeply personal, and satisfying everyone proves impossible. The student's purchase, while polarizing, highlights the value of targeted discounts in an era of rising food costs.
