Donald Russell Reviews 

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.6

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Review summary

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Looking at 224 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Consumers frequently praise the exceptional quality of the meat and prepared meals, noting that items consistently arrive well packaged and frozen with dry ice. Many people also appreciate the great variety of delicious food options available, making it a reliable choice for family dinners. Some reviewers were not happy with delivery delays, noting that couriers sometimes failed to follow instructions and packages arrived late or defrosted. A few customers also experienced missing items in their orders and faced difficulties when trying to get timely help from customer support.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Been using DR for years. Good quality food at great prices if you make the most of offers etc. Never had any issues that have not been easily & quickly resolved by their friendly& efficient customer s... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I ordered meat regularly from D R before covid and wouldnt have gone anywhere else. Top quality, choice, price, delivery. This is my 3rd order since these days and i find some of the prices rathe... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I buy beef and lamb products from Donald Russell and they are excellent and good value. It's unfortunate, however, that they have ceased to offer free-range pork and poultry products, so I have to go... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great black Friday deal on ribeye steak. It's quality meat and not too fatty. Helpful cooking information on their website.


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  1. Food, Beverages & Tobacco

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Based in Aberdeenshire, a region renowned for its high quality produce, Donald Russell is an award-winning fine food specialist and supplier to some of the world’s top restaurants. Enjoyed by customers all over the UK, their passion for great-tasting food has earned them the status of Royal Warrant holder for almost 50 years and 34 Great Taste awards, as judged by discerning Food Critics. Their extensive range includes grass-fed British beef and lamb, locally landed seafood, fully prepared meals and much more.


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3.6

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Expensive and not easy to get refund for poor meat

Most of the meat and shellfish I have bought have been excellent . It is very expensive so I wait for offers. I have had two orders where I was very disappointed with the meat and when I tried to request a refund or discussion there was no way to do it online. I took photos and decided I would probably not order again.

April 18, 2025
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Reply from Donald Russell

Hi Anthea. I am sorry to hear you were disappointed with some of your items. If you send over the photos to us at hello@donaldrussell.co.uk we can investigate that for you, kind regards Vicky

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been a regular customer of DR…

I have been a regular customer of DR for a number of years and purchase their meat on a regular basis. The quality and flavour is fantastic and, to date, all deliveries have been on the agreed date within the delivery time slot. You need to be a little careful with the “cooking times” but these are only a guide and are great as a starter. They have some great offers which is ideal to keep the freezer “topped up”.

November 24, 2025
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Dissapointed

Sorry to say I think the quality has gone down of late, I recently purchased some barbecue pork ribs, there was hardly any meat on them and they were tough, also the fillet mince I purchased did not have much taste to it v ery disappointed

September 23, 2025
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Reply from Donald Russell

Hi Foskett. I am sorry to hear you were disappointed with some of your items. IF you have not yet been in touch please do and we can discuss that further with you, kind regards Vicky

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Steak fillets were perfect and…

Steak fillets were perfect and fantastic value for money. The special deals are great and I have also ordered my Christmas fare from them. Delivery quick and efficient. Would definitely recommend.

November 24, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sausages,mince steak & burgers

Sausages, mince steak & ribeye burgers were all beautiful. Shared some of it with my daughter and neighbour & within the week have placed 2 more orders for all 3 of us as we were all delighted with it all especially with the ribeye burgers

November 24, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Terrific for years

I have used Donald Russell for years and the meat is always terrific. Their recipe instructions are spot-on too. If you have a problem cooking anything, they will ring you back with expert advice.
The meat is good value if you buy the special offers (although this season the bargains are generally less generous than in the past).
Only the polystyrene packaging makes me feel at all guilty about using the firm to supplement my local butcher's offerings.

November 24, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been looking for what I call a proper butcher for a while, now I’ve found one,

I’ve been looking for what I call a “proper” butcher for a long time, I’ve tried 1or2 online but Donald Russell beats them all hands down. Everything we’ve tried steaks, burgers, sausage’s, bacon, diced chicken mince,braising/stewing beef, chicken gravy and lasagna are all top quality products. I would highly recommend Donald Russell for quality meats at great prices.

September 20, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Faultless and perfect!

I have shopped with Donald Russell for years, and they have never let me down! I trust them implicitly with every order I make. I’m not wealthy, but their food offers true value as everything is of the highest standard and taste. Just take advantage of the special offers when the come up! The frozen food is so convenient. And I noticed the packaging is greener now, which is just great.

November 22, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great so far

All the orders I’ve had so far have been great no complaints whatsoever. The lasagne was particularly nice

November 24, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Dreadful customer service

Dreadful customer service. Tried to contact DR to explain order not delivered by FedEx who texted me late at night that would actually they deliver 2 days after agreed date! So ruined my family celebration dinner the following day. Fedex then texted that I had missed redelivery and that they had left card with details - no card! No answer to 3 anguished emails to DR. ‘Phoned them 4 times and was told that could arrange a callback in busy time. No! Just told to ring back later. FedEx then turned up and meat defrosting. Stressful and unpleasant.

November 24, 2025
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Reply from Donald Russell

Hi Sally. Please accept our apologies for the issue with your delivery. IF we have not yet rectified that with you please do get back in touch and we will put that right, kind regards Vicky

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