Swanky Franks, Super Kiosks and 10p more for a pint.

[Carrot Cruncher]

If you do want an actual wood fired pizza, the place (well, van) outside Brighton station is lovely.

 

[maltaseagull]

I hope the veggie pie from the playoff game has also been retained.

It'll be a bit stale now though.

 

[dazzer6666]

Why can't we have a KFC or a Burger King ffs!

Because they're shite

Also can anyone work out whats changing in the WSU ? cos its not clear.

You're getting a 'destination kiosk'. Try not to get too excited

Changes to refreshments for concourse dwellers have been announced.

Price rises attributed to Sodexo having to fork out for increases in the minimum wage.

And what on earth are Swanky Franks' burgers no less ...

Actually prices are flat for most things.

via...
http://www.seagulls.co.uk/news/article/2016-17/brighton-hove-albion-sodexo-3233615.aspx

"Brighton & Hove Albion's catering partner Sodexo, in conjunction with the club, has updated prices for the 2016/17 season, and these show minimal increases or price freezes across the food and drinks menus.

Meanwhile, Sodexo have made significant investment in upgrading a number of kiosks across the Amex, to give fans even more choice when it comes to food and drink.

Two additional super kiosks have been added in the East Lower and North concourses, in addition to the one in West Lower. These super kiosks are those which have typically been quieter in terms of footfall, and the aim is to offer more choice, to drive customers to those kiosks, and speed up service across the board.

The super kiosks will offer Yard Bird Chicken Brand, Yuki Yama pan Asian vegetarian brand, alongside other fan classics such as Piglets pie and a new Swanky Frank's burger, which is a new recipe for this season.

The super kiosk in East Lower, located in the family area, will also have a new Gully’s box for our Young Seagulls and junior fans, which includes a piece of fruit.

Additionally, Sodexo has created seven destination kiosks which have replaced those that were either old beer and pie units or those which offered limited items; these are located across the stadium concourses and include two serving curry and Heineken; a chicken and Harvey’s shop; a Piglet's guest and Heineken bar; two sweets, treats and coffee shops and a wood-fire pizza offering.

Head of catering Tony Crosbie commented, "We have made some significant upgrades across the Amex to give fans more choice, and to try and alleviate queuing times at the really busy, peak periods. The trial super kiosk in West Lower proved a popular addition last season, so we hope the additional ones will prove equally popular in other areas.

"Alongside this, we have also tried to minimise price increases where possible, but rises in food and drink costs, together with increases in staff costs, as we ensure that we meet the requirements of the Government’s National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage for our staff at the Amex, have meant we have had to make some small increases."

All soft drinks, crisps and sweets remain at the same price as last season. There is a 10p (2.24%) increase on burgers and pies; and a 20p (5%) increase on hot dogs. All other hot food remains at the 2015/16 prices, while there is also a 10p (4.8%) increase on hot drinks.

Prices of alcohol, across both the stadium concourses and hospitality lounges, will see a 10p (2.24%) increase on pints of Fosters, Kronenbourg, Guinness, Strongbow, Heineken, Harvey's Best Bitter, and the same uplift on bottles of Bulmers and Heineken. There will be a 20p (4.7%) increase on red and white wine.

Meal deal pricing for the new season will be as follows: £9 for an alcoholic drink, any hot food item and either a chocolate bar or bag of crisps; £10 for any two food items and any two soft drinks; and four pints of any lager, beer or cider for £16.

Sodexo are also introducing an early-bird offer across kiosks with two offers to encourage fans to arrive at the ground within the first 30 minutes of doors opening. With any food item and an alcoholic drink for £8, or any food item and a soft drink for £6. "

Read more at http://www.seagulls.co.uk/news/article/2016-17/brighton-hove-albion-sodexo-3233615.aspx

All sounds pretty good to me..............v limited price increases, more food choice and potentially better service. The beer and curry option sounds great

 

[Notters]

So we've gone from £2.60 to £4.30 for a pint of Harveys in five years. Nice.

 

[clippedgull]

Because they're shite

I love 'em

 

[brighton_girl87]

I hope the veggie pie from the playoff game has also been retained.

It was a veggie curry pie at the Lazio game. But who knows whether they will go back to this one for the rest of the season. As long as it's not the cheese & onion pasty, I'm happy!

 

[Notters]

Also can anyone work out whats changing in the WSU ? cos its not clear.

They said they're getting rid of Beer and Pie, but not what for. Since that's where I always get my Harveys it could be a disaster!

 

[The Kid Frankie]

Does anyone know if they will have Heineken in the WSU now?

 

[Carrot Cruncher]

Not drinking the Harveys after the game is saving me a fortune in not having to buy Gaviscon.

 

[Tom Hark Preston Park]

Why can't we have a KFC or a Burger King ffs!

Because both are truly shite in comparison to the venerable Sussex institution that is Uncle Sams?

 

[warlingham seagull]

They said they're getting rid of Beer and Pie, but not what for. Since that's where I always get my Harveys it could be a disaster!

No Pie and a pint - surely they can't be stopping that?!

 

[halbpro]

No Pie and a pint - surely they can't be stopping that?!

The specific beer and pie kiosk that was in WSU seems to have gone yes, not the items themselves

 

[Carrot Cruncher]

No Pie and a pint - surely they can't be stopping that?!

It's £9 now and comes with a packet of crisps/chocolate bar...

 

[chaileyjem]

So we've gone from £2.60 to £4.30 for a pint of Harveys in five years. Nice.

Wasn't it £3.60 in 2011/12 (before the discounts etc)

 

[clippedgull]

Because both are truly shite in comparison to the venerable Sussex institution that is Uncle Sams?

Well I'm not going to argue with the Uncle Sams recommendation.

Baldock Burgers for the win!

 

[Notters]

Wasn't it £3.60 in 2011/12 (before the discounts etc)

Pretty sure it was £2.90 in 11/12 and £3.60 in 12/13.

 

[Tim Over Whelmed]

A swanky frank sounds like an extra on a sauna's menu.

.... at last, a thread with a happy ending!

 

[chaileyjem]

Pretty sure it was £2.90 in 11/12 and £3.60 in 12/13.

this thread here citing Harveys at 3.60 from July 2011.
https://nortr3nixy.nimpr.uk/showthread.php?207341-Prices-at-The-Amex

 

[Raleigh Chopper]

Because both are truly shite in comparison to the venerable Sussex institution that is Uncle Sams?

Ok I suppose they could have asked Uncle SAMs to open a branch at the Amex but the poster was talking about huge fast food outlets.
I know there is a lot of food snobbery on here but for what it's worth KFC is ok but preferred it before they took the fat out the secret is to insist on large pieces.
Burger King for fast food hamburgers in my opinion are great. 200% better than the truly awful McDonalds, but for a smaller multi chain hamburger joint Ed's Easy Diner is the way to go, absolutely delicious.
Regarding wood fired pizzas, there is no detail about previously frozen but why can't they cook them on site like the pies (I assume the pies are still cooked on site)
If they are cooked on site and anything like the Wood Fired Pizza Co in Padstow then you are all in for a treat.

 

[dazzer6666]

Where on earth is the 'wood fired pizza offering' please?

Seems Sodexo use this company (based on the testimonials), so maybe it's been outsourced - if so, looks good (and local, so makes sense)

http://www.thewoodfiredpizzacompany.co.uk/

I have worked with the Wood Fired Pizza Company for some six years both on major events during the summer months and more recently providing a service for the students at Wellington College. Russell, Maiko and the team are so flexible in matching the pizza offer and price to the customer profile. The operation is fast and efficient without any compromise on the quality of the pizza - real pizza dough is used to make the pizzas in front of customers. The toppings are healthy, fresh and innovative. The team focus on customer service which is the all too important element of a successful business.
ALEX BEAUMONT, CONTRACT DIRECTOR - SODEXO