Just saw the commercial-looks like a GREAT gift idea.
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DON"T DO IT!
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Omaha Steaks
- Thread starter CAJUNLAWYER
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Got one once.......... not spending my $$$$s. 4 Steaks for $70..... the rest was ok and....... IIRC who cares!!!!
LoboGunLeather
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Does this have anything to do with the hacking of Omaha Steaks customer data by militant Vegans from southern California, now threatening revenge attacks on behalf of all exploited creatures?
I've been expecting something like that.
I've been expecting something like that.
H Richard
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Just compare to the price of good quality steaks in your local area. Plus shipping & handling.
chief38
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Omaha Steaks are fair to just OK. Costco steaks blow them away and they are really not much more. Just saying......
That said, I do see a legitimate reason to use OS if you are SENDING a gift to someone outside your local area.
That said, I do see a legitimate reason to use OS if you are SENDING a gift to someone outside your local area.
BearBio
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I check the discounted meat every time I go to Safeway. Marked down 50% or more on big packages. I get pork chops and beef roasts, mostly.
LoboGunLeather
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I do the same. Meat is the biggest chunk of the grocery budget so it makes sense to pay attention.
Couple of months ago local Safeway advertised rib-eyes for $4.95 per pound, so I put a dozen in the freezer. Boneless chuck roasts for $2.99, time to stock up again. Love the boneless skinless chicken breasts, especially when on sale at $0.89 lb. Whole or half smoked hams at $0.88 per pound, a couple of those go a long way (ham steaks on the grill, ham sandwiches, BBQ ham, ham & beans, split peas & ham, lots of good eating).
gman51
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Yep discounted meat in the grocery usually provides 50% off on meat that is still good. I can buy expensive cut meats often for same or less than the cheap cuts. I often buy it and freeze it to use later.
Rammer Jammer
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Omaha Steaks are ok. But having been born and raised in Omaha, NE, there are much better quality cuts of meat to be had.
old bear
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I've ordered from Omaha Steaks for years. For the most part I was very pleased. Sadly their prices have gone up and the quality has gone down. They are still a quick and easy order for a low key gift.
BearBio
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Lobo:
Those boneless chuck (and round roasts) are good for stew & soup meat (I got short ribs for about $3.00 a pack last week), chile Colorado, fajitas, and as a roast (of course). Carne asada meat makes good jerkey, stir fry, fajitas, etc. Sometimes there will be pork roasts/tenderloins or spare ribs. They had a bunch of frozen Tony Roma's ribs about 6 months ago and some corned beef after St Paddy's Day=stocked up on about a dozen briskets.
Those boneless chuck (and round roasts) are good for stew & soup meat (I got short ribs for about $3.00 a pack last week), chile Colorado, fajitas, and as a roast (of course). Carne asada meat makes good jerkey, stir fry, fajitas, etc. Sometimes there will be pork roasts/tenderloins or spare ribs. They had a bunch of frozen Tony Roma's ribs about 6 months ago and some corned beef after St Paddy's Day=stocked up on about a dozen briskets.
Yeah, I've given them to my parents for Christmas before because it's kinda easy. I did the math one time though and I think the cost worked out to something like $40 a pound.
ParadiseRoad
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...Omaha Steaks used to be the best...
...used to be...
...used to be...
GB
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My solution to a steak fix is this:
Starting over the next couple of weeks, many/most, almost all of the major grocery chains will feature Rib Eye roast/ standing rib roast at very attractive prices. In my area and after sale price with extra for coupon these run about 6 to 7 bucks a pound. I buy the Christmas roast , I have that custom cut, and then buy several more precut roasts. These I cut up into steaks. Usually about 1-1/2 to 2 inches thick. VacPck them and have quality streak for the grill all winter and into the summer (when good streak will be about 10 bucks a pound.) Still eating the streaks I bought at Easter(when they had the same deal.)
Starting over the next couple of weeks, many/most, almost all of the major grocery chains will feature Rib Eye roast/ standing rib roast at very attractive prices. In my area and after sale price with extra for coupon these run about 6 to 7 bucks a pound. I buy the Christmas roast , I have that custom cut, and then buy several more precut roasts. These I cut up into steaks. Usually about 1-1/2 to 2 inches thick. VacPck them and have quality streak for the grill all winter and into the summer (when good streak will be about 10 bucks a pound.) Still eating the streaks I bought at Easter(when they had the same deal.)
olcop
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Actually, I think the meat from a guy with a truck in your neighborhood has better quality meat. Don't think I've ever had an Omaha Steak that was very good.
Perhaps I am a little odd, but I prefer to buy my meat at a store where I can visually inspect it before paying. I buy many things online, but meat ain’t one of them.
Donn
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You still haven't said why, Cajun.
HOUSTON RICK
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I send them to my brother and his wife every year. They like them. Maybe they are OK if you do not pay for them?
OS for the dollar is terrible. We received them twice as a gift. A very thoughtful and appreciated gift.
But with the thought and gift perspective removed from the situation they were barely mediocre. Previous poster is right, COSTCO choice grade is better and when they have prime there is no comparison.
I am spoiled because I buy a homegrown beef from my rancher buddy every year. He grains it 120 days for me. The steaks are very good and the burger is better than anything I can find in a store.
But with the thought and gift perspective removed from the situation they were barely mediocre. Previous poster is right, COSTCO choice grade is better and when they have prime there is no comparison.
I am spoiled because I buy a homegrown beef from my rancher buddy every year. He grains it 120 days for me. The steaks are very good and the burger is better than anything I can find in a store.
Skeet 028
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I have to look at my meat fore I buy it. I went to a store called Winco in Billings. Had boneless Ribeye in small sizes for under 5 bucks a pound. Only got two but oh my..momma cooked the first one and it was great...2nd one gets cooked this coming Sunday after I get back from the gun show. The bad thing around here is the beef is natural GRASS fed Wyoming and Montana beef. I like my critters finished up with lots of grain. FIL law said to feed 'em yellow in the front till it comes out yellow in the back. Always worked for us when we raised 'em
Frank46
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I used to order their products for Christmas presents. And some for myself.Hot dogs were decewnt, no so on the hamburgers too much fat. Steaks were so-so as were the boneless pork chops. So this year looking at the sausage and cheese packages. Always thought OH was better than normal quality. After last year not any more. Can do better in the new Rouses they opened in town. Plus I like to see what I'm getting for my money. Frank
THE PILGRIM
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There I was.
In the Walmart Neighborhood Market looking into the meat case.
And I did not see this coming!
WM puts Choice Grade Meat in Black boxes.
Select is in White.
Prime? They ain’t got no Prime.
This is Walmart!
Hold on a second.
There’s a Blue Box.
And it’s labeled Prime!
In the Walmart Neighborhood Market looking into the meat case.
And I did not see this coming!
WM puts Choice Grade Meat in Black boxes.
Select is in White.
Prime? They ain’t got no Prime.
This is Walmart!
Hold on a second.
There’s a Blue Box.
And it’s labeled Prime!
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OP
Because the quality sucks. I don't like buying-or eating- shrink wrapped frozen meat. If you want to send me food-send me dark chocolate covered pecans-I past a link for your convenience
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OP
What kind of "meat"
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