17 Best Food Subscription Boxes, Tested and Reviewed

Blue Apron is a big help when you just can't fathom putting together a menu. This pioneering meal subscription box earned top marks from the experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute and comes packed with fresh ingredients and clear instructions, so even kitchen novices will be able to create a home-cooked meal.

They have options for two- and four-person households, and the fast and easy meals are the ultimate weeknight hack and get a gourmet dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. Premium recipes are also available, which feature specialty proteins like duck, scallops and lamb.

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The first meal kit service to provide USDA-certified organic ingredients, Green Chef offers easy-to-prepare, high-quality meals that can be ready in about 30 minutes or less. You can select from meals that accommodate a variety of dietary preferences including keto, plant-based, calorie-smart, protein-packed, gluten-free and Mediterranean.

Our testers continue to give this service high scores for quality, ease of recipe prep and inventive ingredients. One tester even said that the meals were "restaurant quality," and multiple people commented on the fresh ingredients, great flavor combinations and generous portion sizes.

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Convenience and quality both shine from this organic premade meal delivery service. All meals are ready to eat in 5 to 7 minutes in the oven or 3 minutes in the microwave. Plus, each option is gluten-free and non-GMO. You can choose from plans like protein+, keto, Whole30-approved, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, low-carb vegan and Mediterranean among others or shop for meals à la carte.

Testers gave the service top scores for food quality and portion sizes and noted how satisfying the meals were. "The convenience is amazing. It really doesn't get much easier for those that are short on time but still want to eat a meal that fits into their diet plan," a tester said. Just note that the menu plans are all preset for the week, so if you want to customize your selections, you'll have to opt to shop à la carte.

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In our surveys, we found that people who were on the fence about trying a meal delivery kit listed the cost as a big deterrent. But Dinnerly offers a budget-friendly meal kit that comes at a considerably lower price than most without sacrificing quality or recipe variety. In fact, the brand cuts costs by using digital recipe cards instead of paper and fewer ingredients per dish which translates to less chopping and cleanup after meal prep.

Our experts were impressed by the flavorful and creative meals. Testers really enjoyed them, too, saying that they were "satisfying, filling and out of our normal realm of what we would typically choose."

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Get high-quality butcher cuts of your favorite meats and seafoods from this subscription service that delivers directly to your door.

Select from one of four boxes: custom boxes allow you to create your own box and choose from more than 25 high-quality cuts; mixed boxes come with a selection of 100% grass-fed beef, free-range organic chicken and pork raised crate-free; and the last two box types are beef and chicken only or beef and pork only. Both GH experts and at-home testers were thoroughly impressed with the quality and variety of the meats that the service provides.

All beef is 100% grass-fed and grass-finished, and the seafood was top-notch, making this a super versatile option for all eaters. Even the chicken nuggets scored rave reviews in our tests. Everything arrives frozen, so be sure to have plenty of freezer space available upon delivery!

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Sizzlefish delivers high-quality seafood directly to your door, including wild Alaskan King salmon, wild Gulf shrimp, scallops, clams, crab and more. Our experts raved about the freshness of the fish, and testers described the service as "absolutely excellent" and "exceptional quality."

One tester said, "There are not enough words to describe how tender, juicy and flavorful all of the fish tasted!" Both experts and testers agreed that the packaging was exceptional and everything arrived ice cold, even in the warm summer months. Take note that the subscription box requirements are somewhat large: They start at 14 portions.

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The gourmet fruit-of-the-month club collections from the iconic Harry and David brand are perfect for fruit enthusiasts and gifting. Choose from different collections, including seasonal fruit, exotic and specialty fruits, fruit and cheese pairings and even an organic fruit box. We like that you can also select which month you'd like your deliveries to start.

Other monthly clubs through the brand include decadent chocolates, chocolate-dipped fruit, wine and more. The premium quality of the fruit stood out to our registered dietitians. "I think it would be a unique gift for someone who enjoys fresh fruit and trying new things," a tester said.

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A membership to Murray's Cheese of the Month Club is the ultimate gift for that friend who crafts the perfect cheese board. There are a few different club plans to choose from, with the basic plan providing a rotating collection of two to four iconic cheeses to serve up at your next dinner party.

You'll even get tasting notes to guide you through — we wouldn't call that a cheesy gift. The Globetrotter's Cheese Club features cheeses from destinations around the world.

Love to entertain? A Platterful subscription gets you a beautiful assortment of new meats, cheeses, spreads and accompaniments every month to make the ultimate charcuterie board for guests. About 90% of the products you'll receive are shelf stable, and the cheeses ship with ice and insulation so if you refrigerate them upon delivery, you can enjoy the board at your leisure.

Kits feed anywhere from two to eight people depending on the size. The site also has new how-to videos and step-by-step instructions every month, and you can order a one-time board if needed.

Shopping for a gift for the ultimate foodie in your life? Or perhaps you want to try the latest food innovations yourself. Look no further than Goldbelly. Known for its gourmet and extravagant food selection, gift options include some unique subscription programs like monthly bacon, ice cream, pizza, cake and more. You can even get a monthly subscription for the best food in certain areas like NYC and San Francisco.

One GH staffer swears by the service and always uses Goldbelly for sending gifts to friends and family. The brand also offers many unique care packages that can put a smile on any face.

Featuring coffees that are specialty grade, single-origin and hand-picked at peak ripeness, Atlas Coffee Club is a favorite among the coffee experts at GH for its high-quality offerings. With the subscription model, your box will include some of the world's best single-origin coffee, a postcard from each month's country, as well as tasting notes and a coffee history for each batch. The boxes earned a 2022 Good Housekeeping Coffee Award, and the brand's pods won in 2023.

You can select your coffee type (ground, whole bean or coffee pods), grind type, roast preference and number of bags per shipment. Opt to receive deliveries every two or four weeks depending on your schedule.

Tea enthusiasts will appreciate this tea of the month club box from Sips By, which earned a 2023 Good Housekeeping Tea Award. After answering a quiz, the brand will deliver four new premium teas monthly to your home based on your unique taste preferences. The personalization evolves based on your product ratings, comments and notes on the teas.

You'll even get access to other perks like members-only virtual tea parties and tea education and recipes. Testers gave the box top scores across the board, with many noting how they loved the variety of teas and the pleasant flavors. "Both my 87-year-old mother and I enjoyed trying the different teas. She enjoys tea so I shared some of them with her," one tester said.

Choosing the right bottle of wine can be intimidating, especially if you're no sommelier. This wine club delivers six bottles of wine from around the globe each quarter, with expert-curated selections. You can receive only reds, only whites or a mix, or opt for rosés or sparkling wines. You'll also get educational content to help you learn more about the bottles you are tasting, as well as the option to purchase more of what you like at a reduced price.

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Empower your inner baker with this lovely subscription service that caters to delicious baked goods. You'll receive all pre-measured ingredients and detailed recipe cards to whip up a variety of seasonal desserts once a month. You'll learn new techniques along the way and will wow guests and family members with your new creations.

Recipes include Ginger Snap Cookies with White Chocolate, Apple Spice Cake with Sliced Almonds, S'mores Cupcakes and more. You can also shop the individual baking kits if you'd rather not opt for a subscription.

If you're looking to spice things up in the kitchen, this seasonal seasoning subscription for Burlap & Barrel may be just what you need. Shipments come once a quarter and include four full-sized jars of spices, including pre-releases of brand-new spices and new harvests of the brand's favorite spices.

You can't make any substitutions to the box, but the surprise assortment can help get you out of routine in the kitchen and on your way to cooking up some delicious meals. This is the perfect gift for the foodie who loves to experiment in the kitchen.

Kids at heart can satisfy their sweet tooth with this monthly box of curated candies from both famous and artisanal producers. Choose from mostly sweet or mostly sour to match your flavor preferences and then just wait for the treats to arrive. For the subscription box, you'll get six jars of a curated candy assortment at each delivery. You can of course shop à la carte as well, if you'd rather forgo a subscription.

And no worries if you don't like your candy; they'll replace it free of charge. They also have adorable gift sets and party favors for all occasions.

Experience some of the most popular snacks from Japan with this subscription box from Sakuraco. Founded in 2015, the brand highlights local Japanese snack makers when curating its assortment of traditional and modern treats. Each box contains 20 carefully selected artisanal snacks, plus Japanese tea and even authentic kitchenware so you can keep a piece of Japan in your home.

We also love that you'll receive a beautiful booklet in every box with details about the snacks, allergens and Japanese culture. The quality of the items really wowed us in our tests.