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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Doing commercials in my area and do not even deliver to South Florida/ Boynton Beach. Company really needs to understand marketing and how to target your audience because what they're doing now is 1... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

My first shipment never arrived due to damage. Second one arrived two days late so the perishables were bad. The boxes are packaged so poorly that essentially all of my produce was smashed to mush.... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

After looking into the products available, I realized everything is double if not triple what it would cost at your local grocery store. How do they justify imperfect food at exorbitant prices? Seriou... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Delivery is hit and miss, which is super problematic for groceries. Used to utilize them for over a year, then canceled because I didn't need them for a bit. Restarted, and in 4 months they'... See more

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Imperfect Foods was founded in 2015 with a mission to eliminate food waste and build a better food system for everyone. We offer imperfect (yet delicious) produce, affordable pantry items, and quality eggs and dairy. We deliver them conveniently to our customers’ doorsteps and pride ourselves on offering up to a 30% discount compared to grocery store prices. We are now a part of the Misfits Market family!


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Couldn’t execute

Product was decent and message is good however they subcontract out deliveries in my area to a company called Veho that couldn’t follow very simple delivery instructions. After months on excuses from both companies I went with a different company for produce. Save yourself the time and start somewhere else.

22 May 2024
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Joe! We're so sorry the delivery experience was a letdown in your area. Customers should be able to rely on a consistent delivery drop off and we can understand this being frustrating. We'd love to look into this further with you. At your leisure, please send us a note or chat in live via the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of our site. Our Chat Support is live from Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm MST. We look forward to hearing from you!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Imperfect Foods

I just followed the procedure listed on the Imperfect Foods site to cancel my subscription and hopefully my account. The reason is the questionable quality of the meat and fish products. I received pork chops in my last order. I cut up one of the chops and put it in the refrigerator to give to the dog raw for her dinner and cooked the rest. Approximately two hours later, I took the meat out of the fridge to give to the dog and it had turned a very strange shade of blue. I am 76 years old and I have never in my life seen a pork chop turn blue. Needless to say, I didn't give it to the dog and the ones I cooked to feed my family immediately went into the trash. I wish I had taken a picture of it to send to them. It was just plain scary. That, in addition to the selection of healthy foods available, lead me to think twice about ordering any more from their company. The prices are not that great compared to the prices here in the grocery stores where the selection is unlimited. There are mostly snack type foods available on the site and quite frankly most of their items are on the "pricey" side. I plan to just stick with the foods here in the grocery stores in town. They have sales on day old or lesser quality foods and, if I have an issue with a product, I can send it back immediately. I don't have to shop in a specific window and it's a lot more convenient. I gave Imperfect Foods a try, but I find, in my opinion, it's not worth the hype.

4 May 2024
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Dawn! Thanks for taking the time to share this detailed review. This is incredible helpful for us to learn from. We're so sorry about the quality issues with the pork chops. If you haven't already sent our team a note, we'd love to get some additional information so that we can alert the appropriate warehouse team. You can drop us a line via the "Contact Us" link on our site and we'd love to help! We look forward to hearing from you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

NO way will I give up my info before I see the products/prices

I have not used Imperfect Foods because I absolutely will not give credit card info just to get into the site to view the products/prices. That practice in itself tells me that this company has some reason for capturing people's financial information up front. If/when they change the policy I will look at again.

Edit based on reply: I understand that you are a subscription service but I need to look at what if offered prior to paying for it and.providing financial information to you. Only a few businesses use this model - essentially billing before anyone even sees the product. Good luck with this. Thee are many places to buy food online where I can see what’s on the store before I commit to pay.

13 April 2024
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi there. Thanks for taking the time to share this feedback. We're sorry the sign-up process was a frustrating one! Since we're a grocery subscription service sourcing from food-saving partners, we do ask for a payment method on file. This helps us accurately source your rotating inventory based on all active accounts. You'll be able to browse the groceries during your shopping window and customize your cart before getting charged.

Regardless, we're always looking at ways to better the shopping experience and we've shared these insightful thoughts with our team. In the meantime, if you have any additional concerns, please feel free to let our Support Team know via the "Contact Us" link on our site.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Website lies about recycling

The company website says they collect and recycle the silver liners and freezer packs. They don't. They stopped taking mine about 1 year ago. When I happened to be home and spoke to a delivery driver he said he was a third party vendor, was told not to take anything for recycling and if he did take it then he just threw it in the trash. The website is more than misleading, it flat out lies to the consumer.

2 April 2024
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Sandy! Thanks for taking the time to share these thoughts. We're so sorry about the letdown with our packing materials. We want to be transparent as possible by mentioning on our site that this packaging return service is only possible in select delivery areas and that folks should check their account for more details.

Depending on your zip-code, we either deliver via our in-house delivery team who is able to pick up those materials, or we partner with a third-party team who may not be able to collect the gel packs, insulation bags, and egg liners. If you head onto our site you'll see alternative ways to recycle or reuse these items. We hope this is helpful and in the meantime, we'll share your thoughts with our team so that we can be more clear moving forward!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrible!

Horrible!! Cant speak to anyone for canceling.

29 February 2024
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Matthew! Thanks for taking the time to share this feedback. We're truly sorry to hear of this frustration. If you haven't already, please send our Support Team a message via the "Contact Us" button on our site. We're here to help and would love to address any concerns or requests! Thanks again.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

One star is too good for them

One star is too good for them. They deserve zero. Very unprofessional. Never received my delivery but they sure took the money! Just a headache from start to finish

Stay away!

6 February 2024
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Rose! We're so sorry to hear that your groceries never made it to you. This isn't the kind of 'imperfect' we're going for at all. If you haven't already, please give us a ring at (510) 595-6683 as the Support Team is here to make this right. Thanks for taking the time to share this!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They charged me $74 for an order I…

They charged me $74 for an order I never placed. I signed up for an account so I could look around, as you can't even see anything until you've given them "payment information". I was considering a subscription, but now I'm feeling scammed.

18 December 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Ted. We're so sorry to hear of this frustrating experience. If you haven't already, please give us a ring at (510) 595-6683 and the Support Team is here to make this right. Thanks for taking the time to share this!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

They used to be good. Not anymore.

We used to buy produce from Misfits Market. We quit buying from them because instead of getting "not quite right" produce, we were getting spoiled produce. We eventually found Imperfect Foods and were happy with them, until Misfits Market bought them out. Then we started having the same old problems we had with MM. MM is just running them into the ground. After having several orders where either we received spoiled items or just simply didn't receive items we ordered, we gave up. Yes, they give good customer service and will refund your money, but it's not worth the hassle.

13 September 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Anne! Thanks for taking the time to share this feedback. We're so sad to hear of these repeated experiences. You should definitely be able to rely on consistent quality and orders. We're glad our Customer Support Team was able to help and we'll be sharing these insights with our team so that we can use this as a learning opportunity as we continue to grow. Feel free to let the team know if you need anything else!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I do not recommend Imperfect Foods…

I do not recommend Imperfect Foods /Misfit Market. My orders were often messed up, broken items, missing items, damaged stuff. They are also supposed to pick up and recycle their packaging, which they “forget” to pick up. I had to contact customer service many times. They did refund me back but no apology or improvements. I received many boxes, I did like the items offered and the produce. I gave them many chances. Just received my box and a dozen eggs broken with raw egg spilled all over my groceries. Also frozen food never arrived frozen. Always de thawed. They aren’t worth the frustration with almost every delivery.

28 November 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Vanessa! Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. We're truly sorry for the letdown with your previous boxes. You should be able to expect your full orders to arrive fresh and in good shape. We'll share this feedback with our team so that we can use this as a learning opportunity. In the meantime, if our Customer Support Team can help with anything else, please give us a ring at (510) 595-6683.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unsatisfactory customer service

Decided to try this website to see if I can save some money on my grocery bill. In order to see their products & prices you are REQUIRED to enter all your personal information. I did that and once I reviewed their prices, I immediately cancelled my account and asked to have all my information removed. It has been 8 days. I have filled out forms and nothing. A code to verify my email was supposed to be sent but I have yet to receive it. Funny because I'm corresponding via the e-mail I used to sign up so I cannot see what the issue would be and how I can get my information deleted.

15 October 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Pamela. We're so sorry to hear of this letdown of an experience with us. This isn't the kind of 'imperfect' we're going for at all. If you haven't already, please give us a ring at (510) 595-6683 and the Support Team is here to make this right. Thanks for taking the time to share this!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Food was SUPPOSED to be delivered…

Food was SUPPOSED to be delivered today. It's past dark, so I doubt they'll be coming out here until tomorrow. THEY JUST LOST A CUSTOMER. My food? They can SHOVE IT.

5 October 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Karl. We're so sorry to hear your order didn't arrive when expected. Our delivery windows go till 9pm and we're hoping your order did make it to you. If you haven't already, please give us a ring at (510) 595-6683 and the Customer Support Team would love to help. Thanks for taking the time to share these insights with us.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Used to be great

Used to be great then they changed everything. You can’t remove items once they have been added. The cart isn’t the way it used to be. Once you go to the site to edit your order that’s all you can do. You get one shot at it despite there still be an open shopping window. It won’t let you remove items after that. You can still add items but apparently you only have ONE opportunity to remove items. Terrible. I won’t be back.

7 September 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hey Joel! We're so sorry to hear of this frustrating experience with customizing your box. You should certainly be able to add/remove items as many times as you need, within your window to shop. If you haven't already, please give us a ring at (510) 595-6683 and the Customer Support Team would love to help. Thanks for taking the time to share this with us.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

12 weeks recycling products not picked up by driver

One star because Imperfect foods claims to be sustainable and offer a recycle program for the cooler packs and bags yet mine were ignored for 12 weeks. Despite contacting customer service four different weeks in a row, being guaranteed by two individuals it would be addressed the next week, and reaching out to the delivery manager of my area, nothing was resolved. The sustainability and recycling program is why I tried ordering through Imperfect Foods so I am extremely disappointed with my experience. Switching companies that can properly handle a what they claim is apart of their company values.

1 September 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi there! I'm so sorry to hear that your packaging has not been picked up! All of our drivers are instructed to pick up packaging that can be reused-- sometimes it's not picked up due to an issue like a leaky ice pack. Our team is looking into this and we hope to resolve it soon!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

3 strikes I’m out

Since this is the third time I’m missing items & now have to wait another week for them to be ordered yet again I’m canceling my membership !!!! When I spoke to a customer care rep he offered me a refund and I said, that’s it no compensation because now I have to order the products from Bakerly and pay another 9.99 in shipping! He offered me an $8 credit! That’s insulting… he said what’s a reasonable compensation to you I said 20% off my next order. He said he would have to speak to the Team! I said forget it! I can google a discount code! Don’t do me any favors or ACT like they’re doing me a favor and make me feel like I’m asking for the world!!! I canceled my membership & also telling all my friends that I have referred as well! I’m sure they gave experienced the same issues.

29 August 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Christine, thank you so much for raising these issues! Many of our items are in limited supply based on the vendor, and unfortunately, sometimes things go out of stock before we can anticipate it! We will be using this feedback to guide how we can use this feedback to grow in the right direction in the future.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not give Imperfect Foods your…

Do not give Imperfect Foods your information. I stopped mt subscription. A month and a half later and my subscription was suddenly reactivated yet I was unable to login to skip the week or cancel again. It's been three days and not a single response from support other than a survey asking how my experience with their support system was. They have charged me for and sent me a box I had no interest in receiving.

14 August 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi there-- I'm so sorry to hear that you're dissatisfied with the service you've received. That's definitely not up to our standards! Have you been in touch with support since?

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Imperfect Foods seems to really be imperfect

I have given Imperfect Foods (IF) more than one chance to provide quality produce in the orders I place but, overall the quality is quite low. I volunteer at a food shelf and we would not give our customers some of the quality of food that IF charges for. Prices are not low at all and there seems to be little quality control. Several times various produce has been rotten, spoiled, frozen and inedible. Guacamole I purchased a week ago was spoiled. Cucumbers were frozen or old, I'm not sure which but they were pretty bad. I ordered a head of Romanesco and it was simply rotten and black around the heads. I also don't like that they prefill your basket with grocery items that you have to manually remove if you don't want them. Often times items I would like to buy are out of stock. It's just not been a positive experience. I have tried IF 3 times now and it's the same story each time. I just can't recommend it as a good source to buy groceries. The orders are generally on time and well packed but the quality of the goods leave a lot to be desired.

7 August 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hey Sheryl, we're so sorry to hear of this delivery experience and the past quality issues. Though items might be cosmetically imperfect, they still need to be fresh and delectable. We've shared this with our Quality Manager and will be working closely with our Delivery and Operations Managers to see how we can use this feedback to grow in the right direction.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Added items to my box AFTER…

Added items to my box AFTER customization windows, and expected me to pay for things i do not and cannot eat (dietary preferences AND allergies). Did not respond to customer service emails.

1 August 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi there, we would love to get you in touch with our customer support team to work on a resolution!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Consistently WORSE since 2018

In 2018 Imperfect Produce was phenomenal. Now, its not. It's over priced and you can get much better produce from other websites, like Full Circle. The quality of the produce is now laughable, its not even ugly... everything is just tiny and they'll advertise it as "large". Many of their products from the same brands are also lowered price in the grocery stores. Why would I buy a bag of salad for $5.49 when my local grocery stores sells the same brand for $4.99 or $3.49 every single day? What started as a great idea has gone downhill and it seems their focus is now on Imperfect branded products, which really aren't that great at all. Well, as a long time customer since 2018, it was fun while it lasted. No more.. I'm now using Full Circle and Amazon Fresh to have my groceries delivered.

1 July 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hey there, we're so sorry to hear of your negative delivery experience. Our pricing varies based on location, product, and vendor, but we're always trying to figure out ways to make things more cost-effective. We've shared this with our Quality Manager and will be working closely with our team to see how we can use this feedback to grow in the right direction.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ponzi scheme!

After looking into the products available, I realized everything is double if not triple what it would cost at your local grocery store. How do they justify imperfect food at exorbitant prices? Seriously, we are expected to pay MORE for less quality foods? Just like we are finding with all these “help the people” organizations, they have NOTHING to do with helping anyone but themselves financially. I’ll stick to buying at my local stores. Did y’all think consumers were unable to do basic math? Please! I don’t know how you stay in business 🤷‍♀️

24 June 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hey Belle. Thanks for taking the time to share these thoughts. We're so sorry to hear the prices didn't quite align with your local markets. We'll share this with our team as we want to make food accessible to all. If you haven't already, please give us a ring at (510) 595-6683 and the Customer Support Team would love to help with items you didn't think measured up. Thanks so much!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I Miss The Old Imperfect Foods

I used Imperfect Foods years ago and was excited to get back into it after my recent move and career change. But it looks like the acquisition by Misfits Market has been a complete mess.

They sent me a promo code that they then wouldn't accept, even though I got it directly from them to my email. After two phone calls and a web chat I just never heard from them again. And then, to add insult to injury, they kept sending me more promo codes!

But I persisted and thought I'd give it a month but I was surprised to see that the prices were just as high, and in some places higher, than my grocery store! Plus the $6.99 for delivery.

So I didn't end up even getting a test box because there seems to be no advantage. No promo, no convenience, no deals... And it seems like the mission has veered from the original "ugly produce" and now it's mostly just organic produce and Misfits brand stuff.

I miss the old Imperfect Foods :(

12 June 2023
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Reply from Imperfect Foods

Hi Anna! Thank you for leaving us a review, and we're so sorry that you have not been satisfied with our service! It sounds like the promo code that we sent along must have been incorrect. Since we've joined the Misfits family, our assortment has grown-- but we still prioritize the wonky rescued fruits & veggies you've come to love. Our customer care team would love to make this right for you. Contact us here! https://help.imperfectfoods.com/contact/submit-a-request-BkBrSGWOs

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