When a latte costs the same as three pairs of flip flops, Primark café prices just don't add up
14.05.2022 - 14:23
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Primark is popular for many reasons, but the main one is its low prices. From dirt cheap kids' clothes to bargain bras, shoppers can save a fortune compared with other high street retailers.
So you'd think that a trip to the store's cafe would be a low cost affair too wouldn't you, a bit like Ikea. You don't want to be going there for budget furniture only to blow it on some expensive grub to fuel your shopping trip, hence the popularity of its low-cost hot dogs and meatballs.
Yet in Primark, the prices are a bit more puzzling. When you can pick up three pairs of flip flops for almost the same price as a latte, something doesn't quite add up. Admittedly, the footwear is cheap and cheerful, but they'll see you through the summer and for 90p a pair you can't expect more than that.
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It was during our weekend visit to The Trafford Centre's Primark, that we decided to try out the cafe, which is located upstairs close to the children's section.
Having only opened with the lifting of pandemic restrictions, in what is a relatively new store, there's a fresh feel about the place.
It's light and airy and there were plenty of empty seats as we took a pew while deciding on what to eat.
There wasn't much to help us choose, mind - a sign at the entrance informed us that they're waiting on a 'new and improved menu'.
There was a list of drinks next to the till, some food and drinks inside the fridge cabinet and after that it was anyone's guess.
Even the kid's meal deal poster on the wall was causing confusion as it stated sandwich, crisps, fruit bag and drink for £3.95 when crisps aren't even part of the deal.
After opting for a tuna panini and two