I Once Loved Domino’s Pizza – But These 6 Reasons Made Me Stop Ordering It

These days, we have many options when it comes to ordering pizza, but regardless of my options, for many years, the only pizza I had delivered was from Domino’s. I found myself eating there every other weekend. However, times have changed, and so have I. Over the years, I have found that I’ve stopped ordering Domino’s Pizza so often and that I’ve begun to go elsewhere.

What made me stop? Well, I have many reasons. Six to be exact. Among them is how many of my favorite menu items have disappeared over time. Also, the pizza is starting to lack the quality that I though it had all those years ago. There’s also the fact that most of their food is pretty unhealthy. Read on to review my list. Do you agree with any of the criticisms?

Factor 1: Many of Their Classic Dishes Have Been Discontinued

The first reason why I’ve stopped ordering Domino’s Pizza is that they have slowly started discontinuing many of their classic dishes. One of the beloved dishes was their Brooklyn Style Pizza. Brooklyn-style is typically a slice that has a thin crust but holds a lot of toppings. Domino’s quietly took the slice off of their menu. Another old-school pizza that people liked was the Chicken Taco Pizza. The pizza had a great combination of flavors, but ultimately, it also disappeared into the night.

Other Discontinued Menu Items

Domino’s hasn’t stopped removing items from the menu. Many desserts that people enjoyed are no longer available, including the Oreo Dessert Pizza. It was a huge “pizza” covered with creme and Oreo cookies. What’s not to love? Apparently, it didn’t sell well and was discontinued. Back in the 1980s, Domino’s also experimented with breakfast pizzas. The menu offering had sliced American cheese and liquid egg. It was a good idea, but they may have been ahead of the times. Sadly, the item is no longer available.

Factor 2: They’ve Been Raising Their Prices

Due to inflation and other economic issues, many companies are finding the need to raise prices to stay competitive and make a profit. We get that. But sometimes, price hikes can be too much to take. Back in 2022, some of the prices for the menu items at Domino’s raised by 7%, which can be a lot depending on the item. Many of the menu items that were affected were combo meals, including their Mix and Match meal, which went up by a dollar. But that’s not the only way they have changed things and upset their customer base.

Changing Menu Items

Some items on the Domino’s menu haven’t increased in cost, but the company has modified them in other ways that customers likely won’t like. A big one is that, a couple of years ago, they changed the number of wings they provided for a carryout meal, changing it from 10 to eight. It’s not the end of the world, but the changes could deter customers from eating there. Plus, when a pizza costs more than what someone can get at the supermarket, it doesn’t provide a big incentive to go to Domino’s.

Factor 3: The Food is Low Quality

Domino’s was great in its heyday. People would order Domino’s for family dinners, events, gatherings, and more. However, that was when there were fewer options for pizza. Now, you can get gourmet pizza for delivery at countless restaurants. In order to stay competitive, Domino’s needs to up their game, but they’re just not doing what they need to. That’s not just our opinion. We have the facts to back it up.

High Number of Quality Complaints

We’re not alone when we say that the quality of Domino’s is not what it used to be. All you need to do is look at the customer complaints. There are complaints about the taste, the accuracy of the orders, the cost, and more. Part of the issue is that Domino’s tries to make and sell as many pizzas and other items as they can. By going that quickly, they sacrifice quality. Even if it was made with quality and care, the pizza is also very unhealthy. Even the executives at Dominos have admitted that the pizza tastes like cardboard. With reviews like that, why would we keep going?

Factor 4: It’s Often Cold When It’s Delivered

One of the reasons I used to order Domino’s Pizza is to have it delivered, so I could enjoy goodies at home or with friends. However, what I’m starting to realize is that when I finally get the food, it’s always cold, or close to it. It’s even worse when ordering both pizza and appetizers. What do you eat first? Something is likely to be cold, and it will likely sour your desire to order from there again. But that’s not it…

And It Doesn’t Reheat Well

Sadly, if you get your food and it’s cool or cold, you have no choice but to reheat it if you want warm pizza. The problem is that Domino’s food is notoriously bad in the microwave. The pizza often comes out soggy and gross, and that makes the whole experience even worse. Most pizza is still good when it’s cold, but if you’re like me and you’re not into that, then you may be more hesitant to order in the future.

Factor 5: Many Menu Items Have Too Much Fat

As you may suspect, eating at Domino’s is not what you would consider to be health food. To start, many of the dishes are loaded with saturated fat. One of the most unhealthy dishes, the Cali Chicken Bacon Ranch pizza, has 8 grams of saturated fat. That makes up 40% of your daily maximum. Another pizza, the ExtravaganZZa, has a whopping 400 calories per slice, and the whole thing also has 8 grams of saturated fat.

The Dangers of Saturated Fat

You’re probably aware that eating too much saturated fat is bad for your health. When you are constantly eating foods with too much saturated fat, it can raise the level of cholesterol in your blood. That will increase your chances of life-threatening illnesses, including stroke and heart disease. If you’re going to Domino’s and you get a full pizza, opt for just a slice or two. Then, watch your eating for the rest of the day.

Factor 6: Most of the Menu Items Are Loaded With Calories

Just like how you need to be careful with the saturated fat you put in your body, you also need to worry about calories when you order Domino’s Pizza. Even some of the smallest dishes are loaded with calories, such as the Cheddar Bacon Loaded Tots. This appetizer has 1,000 calories. Another item, the Garlic Parmesan Wings, has close to 400 calories per four wings, and that’s without dipping sauce. Even their popular sandwich, the Chicken Bacon Ranch, has 450 calories for half of a sandwich.

Beware of Calories

By having one meal at Domino’s, you could be going well past your daily recommended maximum for calories, and that’s bad news. The most obvious negative effect is weight gain, which leads to a host of other ailments. Not watching your calories can also lead to serious conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and several types of cancer. With that said, there are some healthier items on the menu, like the veggie pizza or ham and pineapple pizza, but you still need to be careful.

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