Charlie Bigham's Reviews 

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Evaluating 203 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Many customers consistently praise the delicious and high-quality meals, often comparing them favorably to restaurant standards or takeaways. People frequently highlight the authentic flavors and top-grade ingredients, noting that the food stands out from other ready-meal options. Reviewers appreciate the consistent preparation and the overall excellent taste, making their dining experiences memorable and enjoyable. However, some customers also noted concerns regarding pricing and value for money, mentioning that dishes can be expensive for the portion size. Several people expressed disappointment with the decreasing amount of meat or main ingredients in certain meals, and a perceived decline in overall quality or taste in some recent purchases. These experiences led some to question the value and reconsider future purchases.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I sent CB a suggestion regarding their meal and I immediately got a positive reply. What a refreshing change that they take on board customer suggestions and hopefully act on it. We enjoy their meals... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Charlie Bigham produces several delicious “stand-bys” for one diner, shame you can’t freeze them but they are useful for a quick grab on the way home, that is if you can find them now that my local T... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I have always rated your products very highly and kept a few in my freezer for emergencies or when i am busy and want a tasty meal. More recently things have changed -not with the product quality bu... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Tasty meals, much better than many takeaways and cheaper too, although prices have crept up lately. Have also noticed the high salt content of many meals; this may be to compensate if they have starte... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Big fan of Charlie Bighams meals since…

Big fan of Charlie Bighams meals since I first found them in Tesco years ago. Not cheap but always flavourful and plenty of meat, they also seem to be open to new ideas and have responded as positively as they can to suggestions. I look forward to new culinary delights from them

18 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Thank you so much for your continued support James, it really means a lot! We’re delighted you’ve been enjoying our meals over the years.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Used to be good quality… Slipping

These at 1st used to be good quality but the contents and the quality seem to be slipping now , seems they’re now slowly starting to sacrifice the quality

12 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello, Hi Arry, we’re really sorry to hear this.

We’d love to look into this further for you — if you’re happy to email us at hello@bighams.com with a bit more information (such as the dish and use-by date), we’ll be very glad to help.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My first try with Charlie

My first try with Charlie, I was NOT disappointed, yes it's a little expensive but you definitely get what you pay for, I had cottage pie and that was the best ready meal I have ever had. I will definitely be trying the rest if the range. It Was a delicious i would rather stay home than go to a restaurant with that quality well done

11 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Trudy, thank you so much for your fantastic review — we’re delighted your first Charlie Bigham’s experience didn’t disappoint!

We hope you enjoy exploring the rest of the range just as much.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yummy curries, expertly prepared and easy to serve at home

We love our curries and my wife really enjoys cooking them when she has time. We know how hard it is to develop the right flavours and textures but with Bigham's everything is done for you. To perfection. On your table in 30 minutes. Absolutely delicious. Thank you Charlie!

10 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Julian, thank you so much for your wonderful review — we’re thrilled to hear how much you’re both enjoying our curries!

It means a lot to know you appreciate the flavours and the convenience, especially when you know first hand the care that goes into cooking dishes like these.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

More Salty Than Before

Tasty meals, much better than many takeaways and cheaper too, although prices have crept up lately. Have also noticed the high salt content of many meals; this may be to compensate if they have started to use cheaper ingredients. Anyway, the high salt content makes them a less healthy option.

11 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Stephen, thank you for your review — we’re really pleased to hear you find our meals tasty and great value compared to takeaways.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always good

We find C B’s ready meals are superior to anything else. Curries are often better than a “fresh” Indian takeaway, such a shame they don’t do Bombay potatoes anymore they were exceptional.

3 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Helen, thank you so much for your fantastic review.

We’re sorry to hear you miss the Bombay Potatoes — we know how disappointing it is when a favourite is no longer around. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and your kind support.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bakewell Heaven

Had your Cherry Bakewell for dessert tonight, just divine and such good value, will buy again

10 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Christine. Thank you so much for your lovely review — we’re delighted you enjoyed the Cherry Bakewell!

Great to hear you found it such good value too. We really appreciate your support and look forward to you enjoying it again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We don’t buy any ready meals apart from…

We don’t buy any ready meals apart from Charlie big hams . We like to have an easy meal in the freezer and every one we’ve tasted has been absolutely delicious. It’s quite a compliment to say we couldn’t make it better ourselves ( and we do cook ) They are pricey but worth every penny !!!!

7 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Tracee — what a compliment!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our favourite Fish Pie was once again…

Our favourite Fish Pie was once again enjoyed! Hearty meal, good flavour and always a winner!

6 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Jill. Thank you so much for your lovely review, we’re delighted to hear our Fish Pie is still a firm favourite!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Red Thai Curry had too much chilli for…

Red Thai Curry had too much chilli for our liking, although good quality, which killed our apetite and resulted in food being thrown away. Also a pity that ready meals everywhere (although not this one) contain Cheddar - a cheap ingredient - which is not good for dairy intolerance. Sicilian Chicken is very good, but flavours over-strong.

4 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Elizabeth, thank you for your feedback — we’re sorry to hear the Red Thai Curry was too spicy for your taste. We’re pleased you enjoyed the quality overall and the Sicilian Chicken, and we’ll be sure to share your comments on flavour levels and ingredients with our team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delicious and Restorative.


The Charlie Bigham Sicilian Chicken is
A Wonderfully Delicious and Welcome
Dish.

It fully restored my elderly mother's appetite. She had not eaten properly for a week following the sudden death of her
youngest son. But this dish has truly helped
her to regain more of her taste buds.
And strength.

Thank You very much all at Charlie Bigham.
Really grateful for your super cuisine.

6 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Thank you so much for letting us know, Seta — that’s really kind of you to share.

We’re so glad the dish was able to bring some comfort, and we’re sending our warmest wishes to you and your family.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We regularly buy these pies they are…

We regularly buy these pies they are fabulous.
Our favourites are the fish pie and the Kate and Sydney.
Always well filled with sizeable pieces

9 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Wendy. Thank you so much for your wonderful review — we’re delighted to hear you regularly enjoy our pies!

It’s great to know the Fish Pie and the Steak & Kidney are your favourites, and that you’re pleased with the generous fillings and sizeable pieces. We really appreciate your lovely support

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tried Charlie Bighams new chicken…

Tried Charlie Bighams new chicken parmigiana.
It was flavoursome, good quantity and as always excellent ingredient quality.

7 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Kathryn. Thank you so much for your lovely review — we’re delighted you’ve tried our new Chicken Parmigiana and enjoyed it!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Try harder with the gluten free options!

Next to nothing in the Charlie Bingham's range is gluten free. The 'next to' bit is your two Thai-style curries - tasty enough but so are several other brands that all do the job. I'd love to try your Fish Pie, Cottage Pie etcetera but can't because you haven't considered replacing the relatively small amounts of wheat in your recipes with glten-free alternatives.

9 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hi Frank,

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review and share your feedback with us.

While we do offer a small range of dishes that do not contain added gluten ingredients. If you’d like to pop us an email at hello@bighams.com, we’d be very happy to talk you through the options we do have available and help further where we can.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Charlie Bigham good for those living alone

Charlie Bigham produces several delicious “stand-bys” for one diner, shame you can’t freeze them but they are useful for a quick grab on the way home, that is if you can find them now that my local Tesco have reduced their offering to a single shelf in a chill cabinet. Waitrose stock the more exotic recipes but not in single servings.
Sometimes I wish the packaging might suggest what might be a good vegetable accompaniment to the meal or even which wine!

7 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Thank you for your thoughtful review, Andrew.

Thank you as well for your suggestions around accompaniment and wine pairing ideas — that’s lovely feedback and we’ll be sure to pass it on to the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The fish pie experience

The fish pie - well I thought nothing could beat mine but , Charlie’s is on another level. Lots of chunky fish , not scrimping on the salmon, and a delicious creamy cheese sauce. Fantastic.

23 January 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Mrs White, thank you very much! This is great praise indeed, thank you for the great review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love Charlie Bigham's meals the chicken…

Love Charlie Bigham's meals the chicken jalfrezi is my favourite out of all of them . It's got the real flavours of a authentic curry dish . And the quantity just right for two people ,but have been known to have double when wife is away

6 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Grant, thank you so much for your lovely review — we’re thrilled to hear the Chicken Jalfrezi is your favourite and that you’re enjoying those authentic curry flavours.

Great to know the portion size works well too… even if it sometimes becomes a meal for one when your wife’s away!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I feel that the cost of meals slowly…

I feel that the cost of meals slowly creeping up. Usually buy when "on offer' that said, I still enjoy Macaroni cheese, Cottage Pie, Lasagne, Thai Green curry and recently Shepherds Pie. Keep up the good work.

8 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Angela. Thank you so much for your review — we really appreciate your honest feedback.

We’re so pleased to hear you’re still enjoying a range of our dishes, from the Macaroni Cheese and Cottage Pie to the Thai Green Curry and Shepherd’s Pie.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Enjoy the quality of the generous…

Enjoy the quality of the generous filling of the fish pie, the spicing of the chilly and the rich cheese flavour of the macaroni cheese.
Unfortunately your food sells very quickly and so I've tried fewer of your newer recipes

7 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello Catherine, thank you so much for your review.

We’re sorry to hear you’ve missed out on trying some of the newer recipes as they’ve sold out so quickly, but we hope you’re able to get hold of them soon. Thanks again for your kind support!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sicilian Chicken

A hearty dish, very fragrant and aromatic with lots of moist chicken. It was a large portion: we couldn’t finish the potatoes but this made the dog very happy.

4 February 2026
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Reply from Charlie Bigham's

Hello, thank you for your review — we’re so pleased you enjoyed the dish and its fragrant flavours, and that it felt like a hearty portion too!

Sounds like a win for the dog as well!

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