This was just fantastic. Our order was 6 ribs, collards and a tall boy of green mountain. It came with a complimentary PILE of thin pickle slices and pickled onions and they threw in a cornbread with a honey butter. The rub on the ribs was delicious in it's own right, and both barbeque sauces were a joy. There was a more traditional zingy barbeque sauce and a sweeter one. The pickles made me very very happy. The corn bread and butter was honestly the star though - I was so surprised. Corn bread is not an automatic favorite for me, by any means. We ordered at the take away counter, but we ate in and were given full table service. Once we got past our confusion regarding the table service it was very pleasant. The eating area was cute. I love the cow wall paper (and the chicken wallpaper in the bathroom) But the bench seating was a little weird and a little too high for the table. There was a TV on showing the game, but it wasn't super loud. We felt like the food was worth the price. Check the patriots schedule before you go - it gets caught in game day traffic. We would certainly come here again - but not on a game day. read more

Blondie's Barbecue - Spare rib and collards - Barbeque Near Me - Walpole, Massachusetts

Promising new(ish) barbecue joint in the former Red Wing Diner location. Impressive collection of offset smokers on the side of the building, plus a decorative one out front. Everything is à la carte in the ordering is a bit confusing: your first order is over-the-counter, but additional items may be ordered through a server. -- Ribs: Full spareribs with the tips intact and a nice taper at the edges. Creative presentation as individual bones stacked up, with lime wedges and herbs. Very coarse Texas style rub that had bold, captivating peppery flavor, but a little ashy from either a long hold or a reheat. Cross sections dry, though moist inside. Tender and somewhat smoky. Very good, but these would be killer if fresh. -- Wings: Smoked and fried, served naked by design, with sauces on the side. A little Shake-and-Bake-like, not that moist, and not that flavorful. Like a poor man's Rusty Can wings. -- Brisket: This seemed relatively fresh, but cookled quickly. Quality varied greatly depending on which slice you took and where you bit. Some bites perfect. Some bites dry. All had impactful flavor from both rub and smoke. Good bark, good tenderness and wobble, at least on the parts from the point. -- Pulled Pork: Molded into a gray and depressing softball, but it felt and tasted better than it looked. Most of it luscious and moist, though borderline mushy and could use some firmer or barkier pieces for contrast. Flavor subtle. Not that warm. -- Sausage: This house-made link gushed juices on contact and had screaming flavor and great texture (soft, hinting at pebbly, but still intact), but barely room temperature. Would've been elite if warmer. -- Coleslaw: Decent. Crisp, lightly dressed, neither sweet nor tart. Fairly tame. -- Cornbread: Fantastic coarse texture and brown butter flavor, but a little on the stiff side. Molasses butter on the side was like a frosting and it worked fabulously. I'd pay to know when I can have a hot one. -- Sauces: They've got a dark brown barbecue and a red tangy one. Both are pretty good, but better when mixed. -- Service: Mostly young kids doing the order taking and food running, and all were very nice. Overall, I'd say the meal was good for sure, but this place has so much potential to be great. If a few things were a little warmer or a little fresher, they'd be among the top handful in New England. Even as-is, they're not too far off. read more

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Not sure what people have been raving about. Food was aweful. I struggled to find something good and just could not. Food was dry, rub was overwhelming, not sure who approved the sauces, sides were mediocre at best. Not sure how bbq can be like this with a huge smoker outside. Y'all should be smoking something on the daily to keep things fresh. I have driven by multiple time expecting to witness beautiful smoke bellowing into the sky with an aroma making me want to stop in my tracks and partake in amazing bbq. Only once I've seen a hint of smoke though I could have mistaken a patron smoking a cigarette. Unless major changes happen I do not see this place surviving unfortunately. Though Applebee's, Jake n joes, Papa Gino's (to name a few) are still in business). I had high hopes. I don't even have it in me to go back again. Suggestion... Spend a month or two in Texas trying amazing bbq and bring ideas back. Heck... Go to Buc-ee's and try their brisket,... Just saying.. . Now that I think about it, years ago I had great bbq at gas station in Florida but I digress. Good luck! I hope you succeed. I guess if you never had amazing bbq this will do. Guess my expectations were to high. read more

First time here, brisket is outstanding, with a selection of barbecue sauce. Collard greens as a side equally excellent with a little bite. Blondies beer as a chaser excellent with the brisket, made by castle island. Staff was great, food came out fast, highly recommend, 5 read more

Blondie's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Walpole, Massachusetts

They've been open for almost a year and I'm sure they're here to stay. Service was great. Food was even better! The ribs were fantastic, meaty and fall off the bone. Corn bread was also superb, moist and just sweet enough with a flaky sea salt crust. The brisket was also cooked well, and not too salty: we just had a lot of fat on our portion. Great place right off route 1 and next to Gillette. read more

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They have a smoker which is a plus. customers place their order at the main counter then take a seat in the dining room. Everyone is assigned a number so they know where to deliver the food when it was ready. I thought the prices were high as it was thirty dollars for a pulled pork sandwich and 3 jalapeño poppers. The jalapeños were stuffed and wrapped in bacon. I thought it was high but part of it has to do with the type of food. The menu was limited. For the most part, it was just had different combinations of brisket and pulled pork. I opted for the pulled pork sandwich which was stacked high with pulled pork on a sesame bun. I had the Cole slaw on the side. It was delicious. I always get the barbecue sauce on the side so I can enjoy the meat. I would return. I enjoy smoke houses. read more

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Tried Blondies BBQ Walpole (former Red Wing) tonight. Brisket, pulled pork, turkey and the sauces were good. Sides were just ok. Placing it with Commonwealth in 2nd tier for local BBQ. Good food tho and would come back. A grade MA BBQ -Sweet cheeks fenway -Chubbs attleboro -Blue ribbon B grade -Blondies -Commonwealth read more

Blondie's Barbecue - 3 combo platters with 2 sides each Brisket, pulled pork, turkey Beans, mac and cheese, slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Walpole, Massachusetts

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I think people are sleeping on this place , my buddy and I arrived around 6:30 pm and there were only 8 people in the dining room....we know good bbq because of our trips to Austin , Lockhart Texas....This is one of the best BBQ spots in MA...right with the Rusty Can in Byfield. The young lady that greeted us was very pleasant ...going over the menu and the process...she frequently walked around the dining area checking in on the guests and their needs. We got the meat platter with 3 sides The Ribs were fantastic,juicy and tender....we also thought the Turkey , Sausage, were outstanding ...the pulled pork and brisket was good not outstanding ...I like it more fatty so it may be me...the sides Cole Slaw, beans, were good ....make sure you get the corn bread with the honey butter....we will be back for sure. read more

Blondie's Barbecue - Meat plate - Barbeque Near Me - Walpole, Massachusetts

I've been driving past this location for months now and was excited to see the location finally open today. Hours currently are 3pm to 9pm Wednesday through Sunday and there is plenty of parking. Being their opening day, there is bound to be some rough edges but that just means there's ample room for improvement! I carried out so my dining environment (my car) may not have been the best but I didn't want to wait until I got home before diving in. Interior decor is great and the overall vibe of this place is very chill. Here are the items I tried out (as of 5/2025): - Prime Beef Brisket (1/2lb) - $17 - For Massachusetts it's definitely above average. It was tender and had a good ratio of fat to lean meat. However, I do wish the bark had more smoke flavor to it (this will be a running theme). - Pork Spare Ribs (1/2lb) - $16 - Very tender and tastes pretty great, however, I wish there was more smoke flavor imparted in the meat. - House sausage (1/2lb) - $8 - Good flavor. Firm chew to it which I enjoyed. Again, I wished there was a more smokey flavor! - Cole Slaw (sm) - $5 - Refreshing and crisp. Not too heavily dressed. Vinegar dressing could be a tad more prominent. - Shells and Cheese (sm) - $5 - Nice creaminess to the sauce. Shells were perfectly cooked. Not too heavy. - Brown Butter Cornbread - $4 - Nice chunk of cornbread. Great flavor and something I would order again. Not too dense and I really taste the brown butter! - Banana Pudding - $6 - Toasted coconut adds a nice crunchy texture to the dessert. Not too sweet which I'm thankful for as I'm not a fan of overly sweet banana pudding. Unfortunately the vanilla wafer lost it's crunch by the time I got to it. Overall I am quite pleased with the offerings here. If they can impart more smoke into the meat I think it will help tremendously in scratching that Texas BBQ itch. Massachusetts is in desperate need for good Texas BBQ and I have high hopes for Blondies as they certainly have the equipment to make it happen. I'm hoping that they'll off burnt ends and beef ribs in the future! I'll definitely be back to try their sandwiches and other offerings! read more

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Great service, and they were really friendly. Unfortunately, the food was only okay. I would say, good, not great. Except for the sausage, which was not good. I also had the banana pudding, not pictured, but the wafers were stale. We did go the day of a snow storm though, so low turn over and probably not their best work. We will go back again to try again. read more

Blondie's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Walpole, Massachusetts

So we all went out to eat here today to try it for the first time I ordered chicken wings. They brought them to the table black burnt. I asked them to please remake me a new one because she couldn't even bite into the chicken wings. It was so burnt and what did they do? They bring me out another plate of burnt chicken wings!! the place was dead and they stood around watching us eat like we were Gordon Ramsay. The food is absolutely disgusting and we will never step foot in there again.! barbecue does not mean burnt! read more

After months of driving by the slow march of renovations - and, I'll admit, the occasional bout of social media stalking--I can confirm that Blondie's Barbecue has officially opened its doors. And yes, it was absolutely worth the anticipation. What stood out before they even served a single rib was the sense that something thoughtful was happening behind the scenes. The team at Blondie's seemed to be quietly tinkering and perfecting while construction dragged on--always a promising sign in a region where barbecue can often feel like an afterthought. The layout is simple but functional. You walk into a narrow entry where you'll place your order (including drinks, if you're so inclined), receive a wooden token bearing your table number, and then head into a spacious dining area. There's a self-serve water station - a small but welcome touch, especially considering barbecue's sodium-forward nature. Prices are fair, especially given today's meat market realities. Cocktails ring in at $14, and meat is sold by the half-pound. On our visit, we opted for pulled pork, brisket, and spare ribs. The pulled pork was the standout--tender, smoky, and deeply flavorful. The brisket held its own, with a solid bark and decent moisture. The ribs, while well-seasoned, were slightly undercooked--not quite the fall-off-the-bone experience many might hope for. They do use spare ribs rather than baby backs, so your mileage may vary. The shell and cheese was rich without being overbearing, and the pimento cheese dip was comfortingly nostalgic. The campfire beans were fine, but not memorable enough to revisit. I did appreciate that sides come in two sizes, encouraging diners to sample more without overcommitting. Cocktails, served in whimsical little flasks (plastic, alas), were both cleverly crafted and pleasantly strong--offering enough novelty without veering into gimmick. Real utensils were a welcome surprise, though offset somewhat by the unfortunate paper plates. One tore halfway through my meal, launching brisket and sauce across the table. A sturdier vessel would go a long way toward elevating the overall experience. There is a dessert menu, though we, like so many barbecue rookies before us, over-ordered and couldn't even entertain the idea of sweets by the end. The staff, for their part, are warm, attentive, and clearly passionate about the food they serve. Blondie's may still be settling into its stride, but it's already a strong--and sorely needed--addition to the local food scene. I'll be back, and next time, I'm saving room for dessert. read more

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The food is terrific! My husband got the beef brisket with a side of collard greens and corn bread. I got 3 ribs with the same sides. His brisket was tender and barbecued perfectly. My ribs were also cooked perfectly. They were tender and full of flavor. His brisket and my ribs were not stringy. The pork rib meat stayed on the bone, and did not turn into a mess on my plate. The greens were an authentic southern style. Delicious! But the cornbread was a real star. Freshly baked, crunchy sweet topping and served with maple butter. This was a real flavor party! The portions were large. We both took leftovers home. Blondie's looks like a roadhouse you would find down south, but the parking lot is not gravel! IYKYK. It's not fancy. And it's not terribly comfortable, with wooden benches (with cushions strewn about), wooden tables and metal chairs. The music is a great mix. The wallpaper is fun and the employees are super nice. I'm sorry I didn't take pictures, but we were hungry so we just dug right in. If you're in the area, whip into Blondie's parking lot. Check out those smokers and enjoy the great food! read more

Best BBQ we've had in the area - and we've tried a lot of places! Take out is easy. We had a great experience eating there too but it's small so can get pretty busy. Small but well selected beer options. read more

We have been looking forward to some good BBQ at this place since we saw the sign months ago. Finally it opened! Their brisket is literally NO JOKE! Delish! The heirloom tomato salad was a special that evening. It was sooooo goooood!!!! However, the beans were ok, but not soft like we enjoy normally. It was an interesting setup. You walk in, order and pay at the counter. You sit in the dining room and wait for your food to be delivered. I guess we just didn't expect that. We thought it was going to be a sit down restaurant. The waitress was nice. They serve their beer in cans, not a lot of choices, but they covered what we all wanted. I don't see myself going back, but give some props for opening a BBQ place right down the street from Gillette Stadium. I'm sure they will do well! read more

We have been there 3 times. Been very happy every time. In fact no complaints at all. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The food is great, better than I anticipated. The prices are reasonable and there is plenty of parking. A little bit larger food selection would not hurt. 5 Stars all the way. read more

The food is very good, I've had the brisket and the spare ribs, ( different times ) Order first at the counter and then they will bring it out! Staff is very attentive and friendly! I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys good food! Easy to take it home to watch a game as well! read more

1 pound of brisket, one side and 2 sodas, $52.00 BBQ without the smoke but was served with so much fat dripping off of it that it formed a massive pool on the tray so it's also the fact we paid for the weight of that pool of fat. Just try to find the smoke in their BBQ. There's a big smoker out on the side but I'll be damned to tell you what kind of wood produces so little taste. could use improvments read more

We had Blondie's cater a party of 40 people. We ordered the food after a neighbor recommended the place. The order process was simple. Pickup was right on time with a friendly face to greet us. Every person in the crowd raved about the food, even the healthy turkey breast was moist and delicious. The shells and cheese and the corn bread were the best I have ever had. Added bonus? We are supporting a Milton family!! They deserve every success!! read more

I was eager to try this BBQ spot, and it didn't disappoint! Ordering is straightforward, and the service was top-notch. The food and beer are delicious, with the brisket stealing the show-- easily the best I've had since Texas. My only letdown was the greens; they're tasty but not the collard greens you'd expect at a BBQ joint. I'm excited to see their menu grow--Brunswick stew, popular in Georgia, and a wider variety of BBQ sauces (tangy, spicy, sweet, or Carolina-style) would be fantastic additions! read more

Blondie's Barbecue - Two Texas twinkies, greens, brisket, pulled pork, mac and cheese, coleslaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Walpole, Massachusetts

Sorry BT'S BBQ I now have a NEW favorite BBQ source. Blondie's BBQ Brisket was on-point with tenderness and flavor. Sausage and Pulled Pork were simply Awesome! Definitely will be going back! read more

Blondie's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Walpole, Massachusetts

Finally, we tried this new BBQ people rave about. Have to say they must only eat it when drunk and starving. We dined in which is a very small and fend for yourself place. As we entered the lady at the counter was very nice and answered all our questions the best she could. You order at counter then seat yourself. We ordered 2 combo brisket meals which came with two sides. We both got the greens and potato salad. I guess cornbread could be a side. That right there was a turn off. All who know bbq know every meal no matter what comes with cornbread it's not a side. Then we got a can of soda and sweet tea. Sweat tea was this little plastic bottle with two sips in it should've got a soda. Meat was tender but little flavor, greens were absolutely disgusting. (Note not southern style) potato salad had alot of mustard and celery but was still the best thing out of the meal. Didn't have any cornbread . There is two options for sauce and both were gross. Have to say for $65 I'd rather take the drive to Taunton for Kinfolk's. Portions may be smaller on sides but taste is a lot better and they give you cornbread and choice of two meats for the price of this places one. Best part of this place is the very nice lady at the counter. Oh and they bring your meal out to you on a tray no plate (don't eat the pickled onions taste like a sweaty dog) and sides in small bowls. Lady from the counter gave us plates and silverware. Why not just put it on a plate. Not a good presentation. Hate to say it but won't be back. read more

Blondie's Barbecue - No flavor even the nasty sauce couldn't help it but it was tender. - Barbeque Near Me - Walpole, Massachusetts

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Hands down the best bbq I've had in ages. The service was quick and attentive especially considering how busy it was and the prices are reasonable. Loved the atmosphere (music was excellent but they don't blast it too loud--you can actually have a conversation with the people with you). Will be back over and over and over again. read more

As a Southerner who has had her fair share of Texas BBQ, I'm naturally skeptical of any BBQ in the Northeast. So when we passed by Blondie's, I was intrigued -- Because the reviews were good and the smokers and pits looked amazing from the street. I consulted with my friend from Austin and he gave me the nudge to try. We got there at 7:30 on a Saturday night and they were already sold out of brisket and ribs. Disappointed but undeterred, we ordered just about everything else -- smoked turkey sandwich, pulled pork sandwich, sausage, wings, mac n cheese, cornbread, Texas sheet cake and a Blondie (natch). I have to say this is as close to authentic Texas BBQ as I've had this far north. The sausage was juicy with a great zing. The pulled pork was super flavorful and tender. Great smoke on the wings and turkey. Mac and cheese was creamy with a breadcrumb crunch. The sheet cake and cornbread were dry and fell a little short. The beet salad, which was recommended, was just OK. Obviously would have loved to try the brisket. But having said all that, we enjoyed our meal and are glad we stopped in! read more

Blondie's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Walpole, Massachusetts

Located only 1.5 miles from Gillette Stadium is a new hidden gem for BBQ. The owners are very hospitable and welcoming. Many choices and daily specials to choose from. Everything is nicely presented from the decor to the counter top ordering to the nice dining space. Highly recommend to stop in and get some food on the way to a Pats game or check out the business anytime and help spread the word of their hard work and Texas style New England BBQ. read more

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Brisket and Ribs were excellent Can't wait to try my chicken wings and St Louis rib special I got to go Friendly staff Will be back read more

Good portions, solid flavor and convenient ordering! We just order for pick up but looking forward to returning and check the atmosphere. Brisket was sensational, turkey was delicious, pulled pork solid yet the sausage was superb. Unfortunately the ribs were totally gone by the time we got there for our pick up! Looking forward to try them the next time we come in read more

Best BBQ ever! the ribs amazing and the corn bread (huge piece) yum! i'll b back to try the brisket they were sold out! highly recommend read more

Blondie's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Walpole, Massachusetts

Friendly polite service ,, tasty ribs and more .In the old Red Wing diner building but don't let that scare you it's been redone , enjoy!

There are many better options around for food. I had high hopes for this place because they got the decor and the 'look' right. You order up front and they bring it out to your table. I went in last week with a friend and I ordered a brisket sandwich with no sauce (horseradish sauce) and my friend got some brisket. We both got the Mac and cheese as a side. Well, the meat was 80% fat and the Mac and cheese was ice cold. On top of that, my sandwich was covered in the horseradish sauce. I got up and asked if I could please get another without the sauce and they said sure! 15 minutes later the new sandwich comes out. Also covered in sauce. Again. By the third time I got my (correct) sandwich I wasn't even interested in eating it. Also, the sauce they provide on the table is as viscous as water. Not going back. Hopefully others have a better time read more

This is seriously the best QUALITY bbq place in the area. Had the prime beef brisket sandwich for lunch it was delicious. Can't wait to come back and try other items on their menu! read more

Newly opened Blondie's Barbecue hits all the right notes. Our party of four went for the Prime Beef Brisket, Pork Spare Ribs and Pulled Pork. All items were presented family style. No fine china here! Paper plates but real flatware (not plastic). Our favorite was an even split between the rib and the brisket. There were left-overs which proves our desires are far larger than our stomachs. 1/2 lb of any entry is more than enough for two. The service was top notch. The facility is freshly updated, clean and very comfortable. The prices are reasonable. We can predict that Blondie's will be a favorite and welcome addition to the local restaurant scene. read more

The wait is over. "Finally Open"! We went here last night and were thrilled by the quality, quantity and flavor of the food. Wait staff are helpful and friendly. We Will be back! read more

Amazing stop on our way to concert at Gillette Stadium. Service was very friendly - order at counter and they bring it to you in adorably decorated and very clean dining room. We basically ordered the whole menu - sausage, turkey, pulled pork, brisket sandwich, wings, burnt ends and sides. If they have burnt ends on special -- ORDER THEM! They were amazing as was everything else! Loved the breadcrumbs on the Mac and cheese. We washed it down with a signature Blondie Ale! We finished with the peach cobbler special .... and the banana pudding was like we were back in the South! We toured the smokers and got a lesson on how they are used - it was impressive. Overall well worth the trip for a quick pop in or to order for your tailgate. Enjoyed our stop! read more

Food was good going down, but 6 hours of gastrointestinal distress and chills later, not very happy. Food needs to be heated properly and held at proper temperatures to avoid foodborne illness. read more

I stopped to see what they had done to the building and although it's cute, the bar is gone which was always fun. I just ordered sides because I had a main at home. Ordered cornbread, beets and banana pudding. The cornbread is absolutely delicious and the beets...they are served chilled and they are spiced. There is some cheese on the top. Amazing! Banana pudding, fell flat. I'll be back for a main next time. I wish they'd work on a small seafood menu because there isn't a good place in the area. Blondie's BBQ and seafood has a nice ring to it. read more

Service was friendly. Brisket was awesome! We got a meat platter with brisket, pulled pork, smoked turkey, ribs and sausage for 5 people. We needed a couple more people as we could not eat it all. Congrats to this place. It's fairly new but they are doing a great job. read more

great bbq. We would come here again. Ribs were the best. fun atmosphere. We did takeout.

Friendly knowledgeable staff. Great recommendations and quick service. The barbecue brisket and ribs brought me back to my days living in SanAntonio Tx. Great smokey beans and potato salad. I topped it all off with a bottle of long neck Lone Star beer. read more

Today (10-17-2025), a friend and I visited this place for the first time. We both are from Texas, so we know a bit about good Bar-B-Q. Here's our assessment: 1. The eating area is EXTREMELY noisy and not conducive at all to a reasonably good casual dining experience! To carry on a conversation, one has to shout across the table to be heard. 2. Now for the food. Supposedly the brisket and ribs are smoked, but it's hardly noticeable. I had the brisket, and while it was barely fair for just plain brisket, it had no real detectable evidence of it being smoked. There was almost no fire-ring to the meat and was quite fatty. The ribs had hardly any meat and consisted mostly of fat. Again, a smoked taste or smell was hardly noticeable just like the brisket. 3. I had the pinto beans, and while they weren't bad, they certainly didn't have any real taste character to them. Also, for a side, I had the Collard Greens, and again, were unlike any Collard Greens I've ever eaten. Almost no taste at all. 4. To drink, I had unsweetened iced-tea, while my friend had the lemonade. Both drinks were unremarkable and were served in plastic bottles, which appeared to have probably been filled from a master reservoir in the kitchen, later to be poured into ice-filled plastic cups by the customer at the table. No straws provided. 5. Having been to a LOT of BAR-B-Q places, mainly in Texas, neither inside or outside was there much of a pleasant Bar-B-Q smell at Blondie's. 6. The wait staff, while friendly, clearly had no idea of what they were doing, with numerous instances of their coming out of the kitchen with trays of food having no clue as to which table it was for. 7. The floor of the restaurant is uneven, and table we ate at was tilted. Seating was cramped with no real thought of the tables being conveniently arranged. The chairs are mediocre at best, with my chair stuck to the floor almost like it was glued down! 8. Clearly this place is trying to be something it isn't: a Bar-B-Q place. Overall, they have no clue of not only how to make good Bar-B-Q, but also no experience on how to properly run a restaurant. It's hard to predict if this place will succeed, but I doubt it, especially based on the prices and poor quality of the food. read more