CCFC Catering

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10-10-23, 18:29
tforturton

CCFC Catering

While I was writing a post about attendances, it struck me that one thing that might put people off, is the ridiculous catering prices. I don't very often eat in the ground, as it's way too expensive, but I do have a hot drink occasionally. On the weekend, I bought two hot drinks (coffee, chocolate) and a Twix bar. Total price £9. Nine pounds! Later on and a small bottle of water cost me £2.50. Really?
Then on the way out, I spotted an advert for a Rambo burger. Burger, bacon, etc = £10. Ten pounds for a burger? You can get the same thing outside the ground for £3. Where do they get these prices from?
Okay, I know these are all concessions, and the sellers probably have to pay to even be there, which adds to their costs, but still. And I'll moan about the beer while I'm at it. One of the reasons I don't buy any is that they don't sell anything decent. I'd pay for a nice pint, but the price they charge for cheap rubbish is a scandal. That's it - rant over. What do you think?
10-10-23, 18:44
superfeathers

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Originally Posted by tforturton

While I was writing a post about attendances, it struck me that one thing that might put people off, is the ridiculous catering prices. I don't very often eat in the ground, as it's way too expensive, but I do have a hot drink occasionally. On the weekend, I bought two hot drinks (coffee, chocolate) and a Twix bar. Total price £9. Nine pounds! Later on and a small bottle of water cost me £2.50. Really?
Then on the way out, I spotted an advert for a Rambo burger. Burger, bacon, etc = £10. Ten pounds for a burger? You can get the same thing outside the ground for £3. Where do they get these prices from?
Okay, I know these are all concessions, and the sellers probably have to pay to even be there, which adds to their costs, but still. And I'll moan about the beer while I'm at it. One of the reasons I don't buy any is that they don't sell anything decent. I'd pay for a nice pint, but the price they charge for cheap rubbish is a scandal. That's it - rant over. What do you think?

I’ve never understood why people buy food there. Chips, burgers, etc. most games aren’t lunchtime, and it’s not like the food is really nice or something.

My kids come equipped.

Although I really do like a bottle of 1927.
10-10-23, 19:40
Dave Blue

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The burger is excellent but I wouldn’t usually get anything inside the ground. It’s not beyond possibility to eat outside.
10-10-23, 19:48
The Bloop

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I usually buy a pasty and a bottle of water from Lidl on the way in. £2 max.
Think I paid £3.20 for a coke zero inside the ground- if people think the lager is bad, they should try that instead. Water has more taste.
10-10-23, 20:18
WJ99mobile

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As far as I recall the catering is subbed out to a company called Compass that signed a new 10 year contract not so long ago

Staffing, prices and quality are all dictated by them who give a kickback to the club

As for the provided service it’s of poor quality of above average prices but financially better for the club than keeping it in house. I wouldn’t buy inside the ground and the club are pretty good in allowing outside items in the ground.

I would have liked the club to have made use of local businesses and vendors but as it stands it’s a non starter. If the Blues end up coming back then perhaps it makes it a bit more cost effective.
10-10-23, 20:45
Steve the Tea

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Quote:

Originally Posted by tforturton

While I was writing a post about attendances, it struck me that one thing that might put people off, is the ridiculous catering prices. I don't very often eat in the ground, as it's way too expensive, but I do have a hot drink occasionally. On the weekend, I bought two hot drinks (coffee, chocolate) and a Twix bar. Total price £9. Nine pounds! Later on and a small bottle of water cost me £2.50. Really?
Then on the way out, I spotted an advert for a Rambo burger. Burger, bacon, etc = £10. Ten pounds for a burger? You can get the same thing outside the ground for £3. Where do they get these prices from?
Okay, I know these are all concessions, and the sellers probably have to pay to even be there, which adds to their costs, but still. And I'll moan about the beer while I'm at it. One of the reasons I don't buy any is that they don't sell anything decent. I'd pay for a nice pint, but the price they charge for cheap rubbish is a scandal. That's it - rant over. What do you think?

Not bought any food or drink in the new stadium. The prices are worse than ridiculous. I can't believe how anyone would pay them.

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10-10-23, 20:51
SLUDGE FACTORY

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A cup of tea

But that's it
10-10-23, 20:52
2b2bdoo

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Not sure why anyone would want the food, just eat before or after, it’s only a couple of hours. Assuming it’s a 3pm kick off how many people usually eat at those times anyway.
10-10-23, 20:54
Eric the Half a Bee

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Originally Posted by WJ99mobile

I wouldn’t buy inside the ground and the club are pretty good in allowing outside items in the ground

Except booze. It's not comfortable smuggling in a bottle of Grouse between my buttocks.
10-10-23, 20:58
SLUDGE FACTORY

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Originally Posted by Eric the Half a Bee

Except booze. It's not comfortable smuggling in a bottle of Grouse between my buttocks.

I am happy to help you in that respect
10-10-23, 21:07
JamesWales

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Quote:

Originally Posted by tforturton

While I was writing a post about attendances, it struck me that one thing that might put people off, is the ridiculous catering prices. I don't very often eat in the ground, as it's way too expensive, but I do have a hot drink occasionally. On the weekend, I bought two hot drinks (coffee, chocolate) and a Twix bar. Total price £9. Nine pounds! Later on and a small bottle of water cost me £2.50. Really?
Then on the way out, I spotted an advert for a Rambo burger. Burger, bacon, etc = £10. Ten pounds for a burger? You can get the same thing outside the ground for £3. Where do they get these prices from?
Okay, I know these are all concessions, and the sellers probably have to pay to even be there, which adds to their costs, but still. And I'll moan about the beer while I'm at it. One of the reasons I don't buy any is that they don't sell anything decent. I'd pay for a nice pint, but the price they charge for cheap rubbish is a scandal. That's it - rant over. What do you think?

It's outrageous and it's their own fans they are totally ripping off.

It genuinely amazes me the number of people I see queueing up for stuff just moments before the second half starts. Against Rotherham I sweat it was at least 30m long. Fkn madness.
10-10-23, 21:30
Taunton Blue Genie

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric the Half a Bee

Except booze. It's not comfortable smuggling in a bottle of Grouse between my buttocks.

Try a Bishop's Finger.
10-10-23, 21:35
jeepster

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:hehe::hehe::biggrin:
10-10-23, 21:36
Eric the Half a Bee

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Originally Posted by Taunton Blue Genie

Try a Bishop's Finger.

Too old for that now.
10-10-23, 21:44
JamesWales

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Quote:

Originally Posted by superfeathers

I’ve never understood why people buy food there. Chips, burgers, etc. most games aren’t lunchtime, and it’s not like the food is really nice or something.

My kids come equipped.

Although I really do like a bottle of 1927.

I thought 1927 was the price.
11-10-23, 04:17
Robin Friday's Ghost

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Quote:

Originally Posted by superfeathers

I’ve never understood why people buy food there. Chips, burgers, etc. most games aren’t lunchtime, and it’s not like the food is really nice or something.

My kids come equipped.

Although I really do like a bottle of 1927.

I usually like a IPA but that stuff, along with all the other beer, is served so cold you can't taste anything.
11-10-23, 04:52
the other bob wilson

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Quote:

Originally Posted by WJ99mobile

As far as I recall the catering is subbed out to a company called Compass that signed a new 10 year contract not so long ago

Staffing, prices and quality are all dictated by them who give a kickback to the club

As for the provided service it’s of poor quality of above average prices but financially better for the club than keeping it in house. I wouldn’t buy inside the ground and the club are pretty good in allowing outside items in the ground.

I would have liked the club to have made use of local businesses and vendors but as it stands it’s a non starter. If the Blues end up coming back then perhaps it makes it a bit more cost effective.

Please don't tell me that they renewed the contract with Compass :facepalm: I can remember Ridsdale saying that the contract was for ten years when the ground opened, so it would have run out years ago. Compass were the caterers when I worked in the Patent Office and they had a terrible reputation then. While their prices were not the total rip offs that made me decide on day one I would not be buying food and drink in the ground, they were still very expensive.
11-10-23, 07:51
bobh

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Originally Posted by Robin Friday's Ghost

I usually like a IPA but that stuff, along with all the other beer, is served so cold you can't taste anything.

Tyhis is a problem in many pubs - ale shouldn't be served so cold as it usually is - it destroys the taste.
Lager, on the other hand, should be sold as cold as possible so you can't taste how shit it is.
11-10-23, 07:56
WJ99mobile

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Originally Posted by the other bob wilson

Please don't tell me that they renewed the contract with Compass :facepalm: I can remember Ridsdale saying that the contract was for ten years when the ground opened, so it would have run out years ago. Compass were the caterers when I worked in the Patent Office and they had a terrible reputation then. While their prices were not the total rip offs that made me decide on day one I would not be buying food and drink in the ground, they were still very expensive.

Pretty sure they did.

I remember a post on instagram about it but can't find it anymore.

I can see why they sub it out but makes for a pretty awful matchday experience.
11-10-23, 07:59
JamesWales

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Originally Posted by the other bob wilson

Please don't tell me that they renewed the contract with Compass :facepalm: I can remember Ridsdale saying that the contract was for ten years when the ground opened, so it would have run out years ago. Compass were the caterers when I worked in the Patent Office and they had a terrible reputation then. While their prices were not the total rip offs that made me decide on day one I would not be buying food and drink in the ground, they were still very expensive.

I find it shocking, esp as the direction of travel is for making the catering offer in stadiums better, more original, more fan friendly etc.

Like I said, the thing that amazes me is the queues. I wouldn't say I 'boycott' it but I probably buy no more than 1 pint and 2 bottles of water all season. Usually when I'm desperate for the former or my kids are the latter.
11-10-23, 08:20
superfeathers

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Originally Posted by JamesWales

I find it shocking, esp as the direction of travel is for making the catering offer in stadiums better, more original, more fan friendly etc.

Like I said, the thing that amazes me is the queues. I wouldn't say I 'boycott' it but I probably buy no more than 1 pint and 2 bottles of water all season. Usually when I'm desperate for the former or my kids are the latter.

If I’m having a pint it’s before the game for me. Couldn’t be bothered with the queuing either especially if it means missing some of the game
11-10-23, 09:11
bobh

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Originally Posted by superfeathers

If I’m having a pint it’s before the game for me. Couldn’t be bothered with the queuing either especially if it means missing some of the game

There's a guy in my row who is often late in because he's finishing his pint; almost always goes out for a pee at about 20 mins; always leaves before HT to get his halftime pint, then he's late for 2nd half, goes out for a pee, leaves early...
Don't know wgy he bothers with a seat - he's never there!
11-10-23, 09:17
Robin Friday's Ghost

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bobh

Tyhis is a problem in many pubs - ale shouldn't be served so cold as it usually is - it destroys the taste.
Lager, on the other hand, should be sold as cold as possible so you can't taste how shit it is.

:hehe:
11-10-23, 10:58
RichardM

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Originally Posted by bobh

There's a guy in my row who is often late in because he's finishing his pint; almost always goes out for a pee at about 20 mins; always leaves before HT to get his halftime pint, then he's late for 2nd half, goes out for a pee, leaves early...
Don't know wgy he bothers with a seat - he's never there!

Years ago a colleague used to lend me his season ticket for the back of the Bob Bank. There were a group of lads there who did what you describe (except they stood). When they were there they were too busy talking to each other, half of them not facing the pitch, to know what was going on. I wondered why they didn't just go to the pub on a Saturday afternoon.
11-10-23, 15:39
mrbluejay

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Originally Posted by bobh

There's a guy in my row who is often late in because he's finishing his pint; almost always goes out for a pee at about 20 mins; always leaves before HT to get his halftime pint, then he's late for 2nd half, goes out for a pee, leaves early...
Don't know wgy he bothers with a seat - he's never there!

What row are you in?
11-10-23, 16:53
dml1954

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Originally Posted by JamesWales

It's outrageous and it's their own fans they are totally ripping off.

It genuinely amazes me the number of people I see queueing up for stuff just moments before the second half starts. Against Rotherham I sweat it was at least 30m long. Fkn madness.

No it isn't. The club don't sell the food or drink and don't set the prices. It also isnt up to you to tell people what they can or cant buy at the ground. People can make their own decision - it is a free world. Inside the ground it is all about convenience, which has a value. I am sure they would let you outside to go and buy something if you asked nicely. You might miss 15 minutes of the game but worth it to save a pound or two (not).
11-10-23, 16:56
TWGL1

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Originally Posted by dml1954

No it isn't. The club don't sell the food or drink and don't set the prices. It also isnt up to you to tell people what they can or cant buy at the ground. People can make their own decision - it is a free world. Inside the ground it is all about convenience, which has a value. I am sure they would let you outside to go and buy something if you asked nicely. You might miss 15 minutes of the game but worth it to save a pound or two (not).

I’m not sure if your account is a parody , and they wouldn’t let you back out if you asked nicely.
11-10-23, 17:01
JamesWales

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Originally Posted by dml1954

No it isn't. The club don't sell the food or drink and don't set the prices. It also isnt up to you to tell people what they can or cant buy at the ground. People can make their own decision - it is a free world. Inside the ground it is all about convenience, which has a value. I am sure they would let you outside to go and buy something if you asked nicely. You might miss 15 minutes of the game but worth it to save a pound or two (not).

Damn it. There was me thinking that expressing a view on a messageboard meant I could forcibly tell people what they can and can't buy. Gutted.

Queuing up (twice) and missing a chunk of the game never strikes me as particularly convenient, but there we are. You are of course welcome to spend your money as you wish.
11-10-23, 19:26
PontBlue

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They are like a stuck record, all they can do is criticise other fans.

The club have asked for ideas in the improving our support thread and they don't have anything to say there.
11-10-23, 22:35
Gofer Blue

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I can never understand these threads complaining about catering prices inside the stadium. How long are most fans inside the stadium - less than 3 hours I'm guessing? If you can't manage without food and drink in that time, well, sorry.
12-10-23, 09:10
RichardM

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Originally Posted by Gofer Blue

I can never understand these threads complaining about catering prices inside the stadium. How long are most fans inside the stadium - less than 3 hours I'm guessing? If you can't manage without food and drink in that time, well, sorry.

Of course people can manage without food and drink for three hours, but why shouldn't they have the option to buy some decent food and drink at a reasonable price if that's what they want? It's not much to ask.
12-10-23, 09:30
pipster

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A mate of mine is a spurs ST holder - he reckons that they do all the catering themselves. The club run the stalls, buy in the food, have their own cheese etc.

The city run courses for students dont they ? (sports / event management etc) why not employ them to run things under supervision ?
Or even just allow local eateries to come in and do the food.
Surely it can be done better and cheaper than it currently is ?
12-10-23, 12:17
RichardM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by pipster

A mate of mine is a spurs ST holder - he reckons that they do all the catering themselves. The club run the stalls, buy in the food, have their own cheese etc.

The city run courses for students dont they ? (sports / event management etc) why not employ them to run things under supervision ?
Or even just allow local eateries to come in and do the food.
Surely it can be done better and cheaper than it currently is ?

Grazing Shed used to do the burgers from the kiosk on the left when you go in through gate 5
12-10-23, 15:05
Wash DC Blue

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Against Coventry, I went in the Grandstand.

The Bar area was quite nice, easy to get served with a nice pint of Moretti in a proper glass.

Against the Jacks, it was a long wait with knob heads cutting in the queue for pisswater in a plastic receptacle.

Two different experiences.

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