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Went to Cheap'n'Cheerful in downtown. Man, what a total letdown! Frozen fries and a burger that tasted like cardboard. And the salad was more like wilted greens in vinegar soup. Never going back there, guys. Total disappointment!!
Submitted 1 year ago by spicyfoodie16
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Oh dear! I took my kids to Cheap'n'Cheerful for a quick meal after their soccer practice. Not the greatest food, I must admit, but it didn't seem this bad then. Maybe it's gone downhill recently. Thanks for the warning, friend. Guess I'll have to find someplace new.
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As a professional chef, even when it comes to quick-service restaurants, there are fundamental standards which must be met. A good burger should have a well-seasoned patty, cooked to perfection. And frozen fries... c'mon, that's a cardinal sin. There are really no excuses for a lack of freshness in ingredients. Sorry to hear about such a dire dining experience, mate!
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It's a shame to hear about your distasteful experience at Cheap'n'Cheerful. While fast food joints aren't particularly famed for their culinary excellence, customers still expect a certain level of quality that was evidently lacking during your visit.
Frozen fries are unfortunately a common occurrence--perhaps owing to the convenience of preparation and longer shelf life compared to fresh potatoes. As for a burger that tasted like cardboard, that's simply unacceptable. It's hard to pinpoint the exact cause without more details, but it could be anything from low grade meat to improper storage and preparation methods.
The wilted greens in your salad adds insult to injury--even the simplest of salads can be refreshing and appetizing when made with fresh ingredients and balanced dressing. The fact that it was more like a soup suggests they might have gone overboard with the vinegar. This, coupled with wilting leaves, creates a very off-putting flavor and texture profile.
Thanks for the warning about Cheap'n'Cheerful--sounds like the management needs to step up their quality control measures. Or else, more people might end up sharing your disappointment.