When I came to college I was a Starbucks queen, and it didn’t help that my campus literally has four within a mile of each other. Then I decided to try Dunkin Donuts and I have never looked back. It took me a while to get my drink order down but now that I have it, I have to restrain myself from going there three times a week. There are multiple reasons why I now prefer Dunkin over Starbucks but here are just a few.
- It’s Cheaper
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Starbucks is known for its overpriced menu, yet for some reason, I would still spend $5 on a drink I barely liked. Not anymore! I would much rather save a few bucks and get a similar drink literally right across the street. This leads me to my next point.
- You Get More For Your Money
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Dunkin Donuts sizes are way bigger than Starbucks. A medium at Dunkin is 24 ounces and a small is 16. At Starbucks, a grande (aka medium) is 16 ounces. So not only are you paying less but you’re also getting more.
- Donuts, Duh?
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Do I even need to say anything else? I didn’t think so.
- The Food is Better
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This also goes back to price for me (call me cheap, but I’m in college, okay?). Sure, you can get freshly baked donuts but you can also get a lunch or breakfast combo meal that includes a medium coffee or tea at no extra cost. The combo meals go for less than a single Starbucks panini which is pre-prepared anyways.
- DD Perks
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While Starbucks also has a rewards program, Dunkin Donuts gives all new members an exclusive coupon to use every month. Now that’s a reward.
Next time you’re needing that mid-day or pre-work pick me up, consider stopping in at Dunkin and saving yourself a few bucks because trust me, it will add up. Now, I could keep going on about all the reasons I love Dunkin Donuts but I’m already on my way there!