Donald Russell

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Donald Russell receives consistently positive reviews. Customers particularly appreciate quality and service, though some mention concerns about customer service and expensive.

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1 out of 5 stars
1/5

Tough meat and gristly

Bought chuck steak from DR and found steak very gristly. Had to give to dog.

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FEDEX-What a shambolic mess

Have used Donald Russell for years and have had no problems at all with delivery when they were using DHL as their couri...Read more

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Please be aware that Donald Russell…

Please be aware that Donald Russell have changed courier to Fedex. I have been a loyal customer for years, and have alwa...Read more

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2 out of 5 stars
2/5

Frozen without my knowledge

My order came today. All frozen. The fact that it doesn’t state clearly and obviously on the site that the meat arrives ...Read more

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John Buchan
John Buchan
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
4 out of 5 stars

Great quality produce.have dealt with…

Great quality produce.have dealt with this company for a few years now,and will continue to do so.some fantastic offers now and then.great value deals.

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RCW
RCW
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

Great quality

I've placed many orders with Donald Russell over the years and have never had any complaints. The meat is excellent quality and, though not cheap, is fair value in my opinion, especially if you take advantage of their regular offers. I can't comment on their prepared items like pies etc because I prefer to make these myself, but the meat is very good. I've only once had to contact customer services, because I needed to change a delivery date, and they were extremely pleasant and helpful.

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Alex
Alex
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

I would not order from anywhere else.

This company is superb. I have been ordering from them for 20 years. The quality and ingredients are excellent. The meat and fish are normally met with comments from my family along the lines of “best I’ve ever had” or “better than a restaurant”. The ingredients are chef-standard and even the ready meals are far superior to supermarket equivalents. The customer service is quick, polite and efficient. I have had one complaint in 20 years (over a late order) which was very rapidly and efficiently resolved.

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sue hatfield
sue hatfield
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
4 out of 5 stars

When there are deals I try to buy as…

When there are deals I try to buy as much as I can. The quality is always amazing and quick delivery.

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Hodgson
Hodgson
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

Still munching through the various…

Still munching through the various items bought and haven't been disappointed yet. Will definitely order again, loved the sausage rolls but in fairness the Tiramasu wasn't bad either.

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over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

Consistently excellent

Had several orders from Donald Russell now, everyone has been top quality. Makes meal planning so much easier. Try the Lamb Wellington, it’s delicious!

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J. .J
J. .J
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
4 out of 5 stars

All my orders fro:this company have…

All my orders fro:this company have been great, prompt delivery and no complaints. My problem is that I am alone and find it difficult to make up a big enough order. I would recommend to anybody.

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over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional quality food suppliers

Exceptional quality food suppliers, We have used Donald Russel for around a year now and on all orders, on every product, joint of meat, etc we have not had a single item that disappointed. Service is fast end efficient all orders are correct and timely and we regularly recommend their services to friends and family.

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Kevin Walter
Kevin Walter
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

Great meat

Great meat, easy to cook and tases delicious. I have never had a bad deal from Donald Russell. This was my 7th or 8th order from them.

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MICHAEL PERRY
MICHAEL PERRY
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

Quality & service

1st class service every order. Quality products at reasonable prices. A good range of tasty meats to choose from

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over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

Excellent quality meats

Excellent quality meats. Well packed and easy to choose specific day for delivery. Been a customer for a long time (years). Customer service team lovely.

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over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

Just love the medallion steaks and…

Just love the medallion steaks and ready meals Will order again

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Jane
Jane
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

Truly excellent

Have ordered a range of products over the years and quite simply every item has been excellent. The quality is second to none and there is never even a mouthful left on the plate.

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Viki Leigh
Viki Leigh
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
1 out of 5 stars

Just received my first order of pies…

Just received my first order of pies and ready meals. Big mistake as I usually use rendalls Online in Scotland I thought I'd try somewhere else for a change and they photograph their ready meals very well. Disgusting the steak and ale pie was all gravy and very sweet no chunks of meat whatsoever Just little chopped up pieces. The shepherd's pie was like a tesco meal. Runny mash and again the mince was sweet with some kind of herbs and lacking in meat content. I'm gutted I wasted 150 pounds on a month's worth of food I'm not going to enjoy. Either people have strange taste buds to leave such great reviews or they are used to cr@@p. Terrible never again the website is a fraud.

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Wendy Astin
Wendy Astin
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
1 out of 5 stars

This was my first order, never again

This was my first order, never again telephoned customer service as soon as I opened the box and realised something was wrong. I have never seen such small Barnsley chops and was not a chop but a steak. Pork very fatty and the bacon looked like it was all the small end pieces that are left after slicing. Spoke to customer service they are the worst I have ever dealt with. Yes I have received a full refund but they do not deserve anyone's custom.

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Chris Green
Chris Green
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
3 out of 5 stars

Quality is going down.

I have bought meat from D R for over twenty years but recently the quality is not what it once was. The motivation for this post was the amount of bone and gristle in some sausages. Less from DR and more from Dukes Hill and Farmison in future for me. I note your reply. Many years ago, after leaving an adverse comment on FeeFo about the then new lorne slice product, I received a call from a DR 'chef' who robustly told me that I had got things wrong so I will not be telephoning you.

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Alison Fraser
Alison Fraser
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
1 out of 5 stars

Far too much salt

Very little fish in fish pie and packaging information states 1.5 grams of salt per 100 grams. Meaning if you ate all the 400 grams you're having 6 grams of salt which is the total maximum daily recommended salt intake. Very disappointed.

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Neil Gardiner
Neil Gardiner
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Donald Russell

Once again i have to say the quality of the all the items of pork, beef, fish and ready made meals was exceptional. Thank you

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Jane
Jane
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
1 out of 5 stars

Things have changed here.Not what it…

Things have changed here. Not what it was. Bombarded by emails with special offers for a start. I prefer quality over quantity. The bombardment is not what I would expect from a reputable company but from a very greedy company. I have also found that the quality has declined and, if their recent survey is anything to go by, I think they are on the wrong track altogether regarding what their loyal customers want and why they have bought from Donald Russell in the past. I used to love going online to order but now doing this rarely as the trust I had in what I perceived as a quality and very reputable company has gone downhill. Please get your values in order Donald Russell. I would love to feel the trust again and know that you are providing the quality I knew and loved for a long time. The impression you are now giving is not that of a long trusted company but one that is just thirsty for customers’ money.

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john langley
john langley
1 reviews
over 1 year ago
1 out of 5 stars

NOT worth the Money

Paid £50 for a bit of fillet steak . Chateabriand centre cut supposed to be the finest ! Sorry but the simple truth is I have been buying far better quality fillets from Lidl and Tesco for last 45 yrs ! A normal size fillet is only £5-£6 and 8/10 times it’s very high quality, no fat grisel and it so tender it’s satisfying. I’ve often gone to steak houses and come away thinking why is it I can get so much better quality for 5-£6 yet all this so called grass fed etc is tough and fatty and is definitely not worth the extra money . First time I wasted £50 with Donald Russell and my advice DONT waste your money !

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