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Review summary

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Considering 220 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent quality of the products, particularly the beef and lamb, noting their delicious taste and lean content. Many appreciate the efficient delivery service, with orders arriving on time, well-packaged, and still frozen. The customer service team is frequently highlighted for being friendly, efficient, and quick to resolve any issues. However, some customers have experienced issues with delivery, including delays, missing items, or defrosted products upon arrival. A few people also mentioned dissatisfaction with the quality of certain cuts, citing excessive fat or gristle, and some noted a decrease in the availability of specific products like free-range pork and poultry.

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Quality

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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 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

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 5 out of 5 stars

Last minute decision to order the Beef Wellington for Christmas day. Ordered on Tuesday with discount as new Customer, delivered today (Thursday) exactly as promised. Well packaged, frozen with dry ic... See more


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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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3.8

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

3K reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

BEEN CALLING FOR 5 DAYS CAN NOT GET A…

BEEN CALLING FOR 5 DAYS CAN NOT GET A ANSWER ON THE PHONE .

November 26, 2025
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Reply from Donald Russell

Hi Mr. Richards. Unfortunately we are receiving a high demand in calls and emails so it is taking us longer than normal to answer the phones. If we have not yet spoken with you please do drop us a message to hello@donaldrussell.co.uk or call us on 01467 629666, kind regards Vicky

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect and easy

The order and delivery process is easy and on the couple of very rare occasions that the products or delivery were not perfect the customer service team went out of their way to respond / resolve.
The slow cooked beef rib is the best I and my family have ever tasted and the diced beef and burgers, all types,are excellent.
I would highly recommend to anyone.

November 26, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delicious and great value

Easy to order, all goods of highest quality - meat, prepared meals or even prepared vegetables. Always delivered on the day chosen, and well packed. Forgot to mention the deserts - to die for - always a hit with family and friends. We love the Christmas boxes - takes all the stress out of cooking Christmas dinner and good value. Again easy to follow instructions makes life calm.

November 26, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service.

In all the years I have used Donald Russell I have only once had a problem which was immediately rectified and compensated. Their products, whether meats, fish, meals or sweets are of excellent quality. Not only have I bought for myself but have sent as gifts to England and France!

November 21, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The food is amazing quality

The food is amazing quality, and a great price too. Love the click and collect facility. We got fillet steaks and lamb shanks. The steaks are wonderfully tender. Saving the lamb shanks to have at Christmas.

November 14, 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very good, dependable butcher

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 rather high for my budget. The quality is still very good but the delivery service rather slow...a week. Still worth it given the quality and variety on offer.

November 25, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent products.

For me, always an excellent company with good reasonably priced products but most definitely when on offer. Apart from one-off orders through the year, I always order my Christmas and New Year meals from them and we and my friends have never been disappointed with the quality of the food. Yes, one has to know how to cook or just improvise with what products one has, but with practice this makes very excellent meals !!! Thanks.

November 25, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been buying from DR for many…

I have been buying from DR for many years and have always been impressed with the quality of the product , the ease of ordering and the reliability of service including delivery. The prices are higher than in the supermarket but the quality of the product is such that it feels value for money. I have just had the short rib of beef delivered again for a special meal this Sunday and I know it's going to be fantastic.

November 25, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

excellent meat great service

I love this company, the meat is excellent, no question. There are some items I wouldn't buy from anyone else. great service on the phone, staff are lovely and helpful. delivery is great too.

July 13, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have had the chateaubriande,the filet…

I have had the chateaubriande,the filet steak(which is fabulous) each piece is just the right size for 1 person and so tender it melts in your mouth!!. I have just placed an order for burgers,sausages and more steak 😋.Well packaged and well informed of delivery..Great service and my go to for all my meat in future…

November 20, 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good quality

Good quality meat. Excellent delivery option . Though I would dearly love you to put cooking instructions on the packaging .

November 12, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Declining.

I write this review following a request from Donald Russell. I have been a customer for over 20 years but regretfully I find that the quality has fallen to below an acceptable level for me. Steaks are tough and I used to enjoy the sausages and sausage rolls but the level of bone and gristle in recent purchases has caused me to stop buying them. Now I find it difficult to buy from DR with confidence.

November 25, 2025
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