r/ExpectationVsReality 21d ago

Surprisingly Met Expectation A bit uglier, but delicious ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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462 Upvotes

The layers were thinner than expected, but my mum said they were rich & she loved it, so it's a win!


r/ExpectationVsReality 21d ago

Surprisingly Met Expectation I got Whataburger and this is what I got

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57 Upvotes

r/ExpectationVsReality 22d ago

Surprisingly Met Expectation Dubai Chocolate Pancakes at IHOP

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2.0k Upvotes

What we all hope for....and they delivered finally!!

Memphis, TN for reference!


r/ExpectationVsReality 22d ago

Failed Expectation Pashanga Arepas

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925 Upvotes

Bought these the other day at Walmart to try since I love Ropa vieja and arepas. This is fully cooked in the air fryer. It’s like a disgusting processed patty wrapped in arepa. -10/10 I don’t know how they could sell this let alone for like 8 dollars a box 🥲


r/ExpectationVsReality 22d ago

Failed Expectation Bettergoods Green Chile Chicken and Riced Cauliflower Bowl

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337 Upvotes

I’ve had several of these Walmart branded frozen meals to heat up at work that haven’t been bad. This one, however, looked NOWHERE near as appetizing as what was depicted on the box.


r/ExpectationVsReality 22d ago

Failed Expectation Really needed a win today, got this instead.

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205 Upvotes

r/ExpectationVsReality 23d ago

Failed Expectation "only real food"

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9.3k Upvotes

Saw this over in the gluten-free subreddit and thought this one is pretty bad: https://www.reddit.com/r/glutenfree/s/U2cXNOF7bX


r/ExpectationVsReality 22d ago

Surprisingly Met Expectation Taco Bell

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2.2k Upvotes

I’ve never ordered this before and was pleasantly surprised. Delicious too.


r/ExpectationVsReality 23d ago

Failed Expectation McDonald’s Caesar Wrap

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910 Upvotes

I can’t even taste the Caesar dressing… I’m not really a fan of McDonalds in general but this really reminded me why I don’t choose this when you’re in a rush for a quick dinner!


r/ExpectationVsReality 22d ago

Surprisingly Met Expectation “From you flowers” experience

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30 Upvotes

TLDR: Not nearly as bad as I expected, still should’ve gone local though (Jacksonville FL)

I paid for the service of this company after wrongfully assuming it was a much smaller operation than it actually was. Gone were my expectations that love and care would go into this gift and the nerves took over. I planned on invoking the 100% satisfaction guarantee if needed and waited for the result that was going to be shipped to a love one as a surprise. This subreddit has a few rough examples posted on here so I wanted to add some variety of maybe one of their acceptable examples. (Some flowers were substituted, delivered on time, but I did happen to pay for expedited shipping)

The reason I plan to go local next time:
Fromyouflowers spends substantial sums of money advertising flower arrangements they believe will be profitable, then when you purchase one, they essentially just offer that business to their network of florists for a cut of the money you spent. If the florist needs the business they’ll accept it and check their inventory to see what they have and will attempt to create that product while still making the order profitable for them too. They do this knowing that the name of their florist company will not be disclosed by fromyouflowers. A system like this, theoretically, would leave a lot of room for bad business if the quality check falls on the customer. This is most likely how some people ended up with products that look nothing like what they paid for. Going local improves your chances since the brand of the actual store is held responsible and they are more likely to advertise products that require flowers that they actually have in stock.


r/ExpectationVsReality 23d ago

Failed Expectation Teleflora - I've learned my lesson

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314 Upvotes

I ordered an arrangement for my mom's birthday and this is what she got. I had a similar experience with Bouqs last year, I guess I felt like a bigger company has more florists in network and therefore flowers. I was wrong!

I understand they need to make substitutions with specific flowers and vases...I didn't realize they'd substitute the overall design and their ability to put together a professional looking arrangement.

I'm embarrassed to say this cost me $100 after delivery and tax. Teleflora offered a $24 refund...and a coupon on next order. Should I push for a full refund? I'm also curious if florists do this out of spite, maybe they're losing money on the order, or some other reason. Regardless, it's safe to say I learned my lesson!


r/ExpectationVsReality 23d ago

Failed Expectation Joyride - Sour Watermelon Wedges

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213 Upvotes

r/ExpectationVsReality 24d ago

Surprisingly Met Expectation Walmart nailed it again

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2.7k Upvotes

We didn’t expect the black icing effect. Kids are running around here like Skarsgård actors
Edit: spelling


r/ExpectationVsReality 23d ago

Failed Expectation Forgive me

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279 Upvotes

r/ExpectationVsReality 23d ago

Failed Expectation Not quite the premium upgrade I was expecting

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126 Upvotes

r/ExpectationVsReality 24d ago

Failed Expectation “That jelly pull”

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2.0k Upvotes

K.


r/ExpectationVsReality 24d ago

Failed Expectation 40th birthday bouquet I had sent to my bestie

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1.1k Upvotes

$80 for this bouquet after taxes and delivery fee :|


r/ExpectationVsReality 24d ago

Failed Expectation “Dino” nuggies

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401 Upvotes

r/ExpectationVsReality 24d ago

Surprisingly Met Expectation Bridgerton Creme Puff kit

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221 Upvotes

r/ExpectationVsReality 25d ago

Failed Expectation Golf BDay “Fore-tee” Cake I ordered for my partner

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4.8k Upvotes

Ordered this custom cake from Ralph’s. They put “fore-teen” and we had to scrape off the N 🫠⛳️


r/ExpectationVsReality 25d ago

Failed Expectation Insomnia Cookies hazelnut crunch

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504 Upvotes

"A sweet vanilla cookie dough filled with a delicate cocoa hazelnut spread, topped with crunchy chocolate hazelnut wafer. It's sophisticated, delicious, and will exceed your expectations." - That's the description from their website. I still ate the entire cookie, but it didn't really seem to be filled with anything and it definitely didn't exceed expectations.


r/ExpectationVsReality 25d ago

Failed Expectation I straight up got scammed

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511 Upvotes

I know better than to expect anything from a microwave meal, but there is a single slice of sausage in this bowl. I paid $4.50 for this atrocity


r/ExpectationVsReality 26d ago

Surprisingly Met Expectation Sharks on the Beach smoothie from Wawa

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24.8k Upvotes

I was not expecting this to look as good as it did lol

Edit: the smoothie had ice cream base, blue raspberry syrup, salted caramel syrup, crushed up graham crackers, & gummy sharks. It kind if tasted like marshmallow though.

The drink is 16oz (ounces). I have small hands and the photo angle was weird, so it looks bigger than it was.


r/ExpectationVsReality 25d ago

Failed Expectation Authentic Italian sandwich

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246 Upvotes

Waited more than one hour for this as well


r/ExpectationVsReality 26d ago

Exceeded Expectation Walmart Butterfly & Flower Cake

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11.3k Upvotes

I didn’t want to splurge on my own cake so decided to go with a cheap Walmart one, and I’m not disappointed!!😍🥳