Essential Foods Direct Reviews 122

TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.3

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Review summary

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Considering 44 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers are impressed with the quality of the meat, describing it as delicious and comparable to high-end restaurants, while also appreciating the variety of options available, including beef, chicken, pork, and seafood. Reviewers frequently highlight the excellent service provided by the staff, noting their politeness, professionalism, and willingness to assist, even helping carry purchases to cars. The pricing is often seen as very reasonable, with many feeling they received great deals and a substantial amount of meat for their money, effectively filling their freezers. Conversely, a small portion of people felt dissatisfied with the product quality, describing some meats as having a strange smell, taste, or texture, and appearing dark, small, or mushy. Some customers also noted issues with the product not matching descriptions or expectations, such as thin cuts or missing items, and expressed concerns about the actual ingredients. There were also isolated reports of negative interactions with staff regarding pricing discussions and challenging behavior.

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Product

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Quality

Consumers find quality to be ambiguous, with many expressing significant dissatisfaction, citing low-quality... See more

Staff

Customers consistently note positive experiences with staff, highlighting their politeness, respect, and... See more

Price

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Service

Clients share positive opinions on service, with many reviewers describing it as excellent and first-class.... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a great deal. Happy customer. Purchased the steak, chicken and seafood for my 4th of July cookout. Ending up getting a great deal and stocking up my freezer. Meat was tender and had great fla... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super great and really fun I was greeting with good energy and customer serves. I great respect to the people that can work all day in any weather and still keep good energy and good smiles.there’s d... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Saw this sale driving by. Pulled in to check it out, with intention on not buying anything. Kyle noticed me, immediately greeted and helped me. Needless to say he talked me into it, with in a few m... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I saw an ad for the company and decided to check it out. I found they had many options as far as beef, chicken, pork and even seafood, left with a great deal and now my freezer is full for the winter... See more


Company details

  1. Meat Products
  2. Meat wholesaler
  3. Online Food Ordering Service

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Welcome to Essential Foods Direct, your trusted frozen prepackaged meat delivery service. Enjoy 100% All-Natural American Steak, Chicken, and Pork. Our product is unlike the rest and delivered directly to your doorstep.


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3.3

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

122 reviews

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I didn't know when the package arrived

I didn't know when the package arrived, so I believe it sat on my steps for a day and the product is spoiled

23 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Hi Joseph, I am so sorry for your experience. Please verify you received your new package.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

You did not put my whole address when…

You did not put my whole address when you shipped with ups. So it was delayed so I ask ups to return to sender. Because meat would of been bad by the time I got it. So please return my money.

23 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Shawn, we have already discussed your issue and I am very sorry. Your new shipment is on its way as discussed. Thank you.
Shawn, you did receive your new package, correct? Again, our apologies for the trouble.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I wrote to your companyVERY DISSAPPOINTED!!! the minute I…

I wrote to your company the minute I received my package! It was a box of meat that did not have any ice in it and don’t know how long it was traveling before it got delivered to me. The meat was brown color on some of them like the steaks. The blood was running down on other meats and one of the packages had a slice ripped open. I was disappointed and I don’t know if it’s any good. My daughter immediately put it in the freezer not knowing if it’s good or not. She was more upset than I was! I would like a refund immediately! If you want your meat back, please send me an appropriate packaging box because no ice was in the box and was ruined.

23 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Leann - We wrote you back as soon as you messaged regarding when your meat would be delivered. We have not gotten any correspondence since then, and your package shows it was delivered Thursday. However, we would be more than happy to replace your box. Please email hello@essentialfoodsdirect.com as soon as possible. Thank you.
LeeAnn, you did receive your new package, correct? Again, our apologies for the trouble.
LeeAnn, your package shows delivered and we have not heard back. We hope you are enjoying your new bundle.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Loved the variety

Loved the variety. So far have only eaten some porkchops and the bacon. Definitely looking forward to the steaks.
The only reason I didn't 5 star it is because 2 of the pieces of the filet migones are literally 2 bites worth. I would give up the links or even one of the hamburger options to get a bigger portion.

23 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Lorene- we appreciate your feedback and hope to continue serving you!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Damaged to sealed packaging and meat just thrown into shipping box

My package was delivered with no dry ice in the box. I had multiple sealed packages that were tore open and beef hotdogs were cut in half. Only the hamburger were in a carton the rest of my meat was just thrown into the shipping box. I was giving them a 1 star review. However after contacting customer service I am changing my rating to 4 stars because they agreed to ship me another order. They were very quick to rectify the issue with my order. I am happy with the response I received.

14 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Ronnie- we are so very sorry for this. We have a new package on its way to you TODAY! Please keep an eye out for your tracking number.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

These products have a fresher taste…

These products have a fresher taste than that purchased in the store. I really like that the products are individually wrapped. This reduces wasting food - you can cook one portion or several as needed.

23 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Thank you so much, we appreciate your positive feedback and hope we can continue to serve you!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bad delivery and product

All of the ice was melted and meet was brown tried to contact you them , but no one ever got back to me

23 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Micheal- we have not received anything from you. We would be happy to replace your items as this is not the quality we stand for! Please reach out via our website chat or at hello@essentialfoodsdirect.com

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Spoiled food

Spoiled foods request refund

23 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Hi Donald, we would be happy to replace your items, our sincerest apologies for this mishap. Please reach out to hello@essentialfoodsdirect or our website chat so we can get this issue resolved asap!
Donald, you did receive your new package, correct? Again, our apologies for the trouble.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Thawed items in box

When I received this order, I had to sign for it at my front door. When I opened it, the dry ice had dissipated and the burgers and filet mignons were warm and I had to toss them. I would not have used UPS for shipping as there are a number of handoffs in non-refrigerated trucks. FedEx Next Day would have prevented this.

23 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Todd, our sincerest apologies! We are still learning with this shipping process and would be more than happy to replace your damaged product. You will receive an email shortly with the tracking code. Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Five stars for there correction of the issue

Giving it a star was generous. The meat was delivered in a busted box and no dry ice. I live in AZ. The order was 2 weeks late. I've tried calling the 800# and you get a bust signal. Disappointed and I'm out money now. I want a refund and someone to call me asap.
Update:
The package was delayed again, the dry ice melted but at least it was included this time. Of all the meat we received, four packages had holes and had thawed out. Overall we are pleased with the correction. The mailing kinks needs to be fixed. Thank you for making it right.

25 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Martha, our sincerest apologies! We are still learning with this shipping process and would be more than happy to replace your damaged product. We have sent you messages via email. You will receive an email shortly with the tracking code and your order has been refunded. Thank you.
Martha, you did receive your new package, correct? Again, our apologies for the trouble.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

High-Quality Meat

High-Quality Meat!

I got my first box delivered last week! The first think I noticed is none of the products have any additives and are All-Natural. So far I’ve tried the chicken and filets, they are amazing quality! My friend tried the pork chops and said they are better than any restaurant. Definitely recommend.

13 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

We appreciate you!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

False advertising 20 Ribeyes for $40 but they are thin

These people had a FB add that was giving 20 ribeyes for $40.
I went to Tractor Supply because that's where they were having thus advertisement.
So I go around 915am and it took about 1030am to get to the guy. When he showed the ribeyes, they were so thin so I didn't get them instead I purchased the box with the variety of meats. It also came with a box of seafood. So far I had the tilapia and the salmon and it's disgusting. I spent all this money to have terrible seafood. I paid cash and the guy didn't give me a receipt. I feel this company is scamming people by falsely advertising their ribeyes which they show large pictures yet don't actually give what they show. They have also deleted my comments on FB.
Beware of this company
I would like to post a picture in response to them claiming they don't sell seafood. I have evidence they did

6 October 2023
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Reply from Essential Foods Direct

Hi, our apologies for your experience. However, we do not sell seafood and this is a different business. Again, our apologies for the confusion.

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