Now, let’s compare. Tesco’s Meal Deal is £3.90. Sainsbury’s is £3.50. Aldi is basically a whisper with a price tag that says “£2.99 and a prayer.” Waitrose sits on its velvet throne at £5.90, smirking. But here’s the evil genius part: Waitrose offers hot food in some stores—like a jacket potato or a soup—as part of the deal. Most supermarkets don’t. So you’re paying a premium for the illusion of warmth on a cold day. I respect the hustle.
Also, the drink selection includes sparkling water in a can that costs £1.80 on its own. If you grab that, you’ve already beaten the system. Stick that in your reusable tote and walk out like a finance bro who just shorted the stock market.
Should You Buy It? A Serious Answer with a Punchline
Is the Waitrose Meal Deal worth £5.90? If you’re a barrister, a hedge fund manager, or someone who really wants to feel superior while eating a “Free Range Egg & Cress” sandwich on sourdough, yes. For the rest of us, it’s a luxury—like buying a scented candle that smells like “loyalty point.” You’re paying for the experience of not having to make eye contact with a cashier who judges you.
Waitrose Dine in for 2
But here’s the playful exaggeration truth: I once bought the Waitrose Meal Deal and it came with a tiny square of dark chocolate that cost £2.50 separately. I ate it so slowly it melted into a metaphor for British entitlement. Was I satisfied? Yes. Broke? Also yes.
