Wetherspoons is unable to serve customers eggs at some of its pubs due to an issue with free-range supplies
Wetherspoons has eliminated an essential breakfast item, breaking the hearts of many loyal customers that will have to seek for other alternatives.
According to reports, Wetherspoons has been hit with free-range egg supply issues, which means that diners will be given an alternative option as a substitute for the missing key item. Although this doesn’t apply to all pubs in the country, those affected have already begun posting notices alerting people about the shortage, with the signs reading: “Free-range egg supply shortage.”
“Because of free-range egg shortages, we will be replacing eggs with a hash brown on the following dishes: Large traditional breakfast, traditional breakfast, small breakfast large vegetarian breakfast, vegetarian breakfast, small vegetarian breakfast freedom breakfast.”
It continues: “If you would like an alternative item, please order at the bar – and we will assist you with this. Apologies for any inconvenience which this may cause.” Naturally, the shortage led to angry customers expressing their frustration on social media, with some already saying that they had to eat their breakfasts without eggs. Some took to X, previously known as Twitter to demand an explanation.
One wrote: “What is going on went to Spoons today and they have no eggs for breakfast.” A second one added: “Sorry but have to go to Premier inn for my Breakfast.”
In another statement, Wetherspoons said that they get their free-range eggs from suppliers based in Northern Ireland, and due to the recent Avia flu, it limited their egg availability with measures put in place by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to minimise the spread. Nonetheless, they ensured that were “working with all of our egg suppliers to reduce disruption in pubs.”
This isn’t the first time that Wetherspoons has gotten rid of a popular item in the menu. Earlier this year, they decided to remove the beloved 8oz sirloin steak dish in 40 of its establishments worldwide – the one that cost £13 and for a £1.74 extra, people could get an alcoholic beverage instead.
Another item that was taken off the menu was the beer brand, San Miguel, a beer beverage originated in The Philippines, and instead would be replaced with the Italian brand, Poretti. In the last couple of months, Wetherspoons has faced a lot of changes, which have caused a debate between loyal costumers, with some expressing their frustration. The pub has been popular primarily because of their cheap prices and good quality of food, making it a go-to options for individuals looking for an affordable night out.
