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Grubhub

55
User verdict / 100 High confidence Divided

Grubhub offers convenient food delivery with good customer service and competitive pricing, especially for Amazon Prime members, but it struggles with consistent delivery times, high fees for smaller orders, and app functionality issues like missing dark mode and accessibility problems.

4.7★ lifetime (4,623,491) Free to download since 2009 by GrubHub Inc updated 0.1 mo ago recent negative 64% 120 reviews across 4 regions
Delivery Reliability Fees & Pricing Customer Service App Functionality Order Accuracy
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recent reviews across 4 regions, vs the 4.7★ lifetime average

Grubhub is a food delivery app that generally provides a wide selection of restaurants and a user-friendly ordering experience, often praised for its customer service when issues arise. However, recent reviews highlight significant problems with delivery reliability, transparency of fees, and app stability, leading to frustration among many users.

What users like

  • Good customer service, often quick to resolve issues and provide refunds or creditsR7R47R58R60
  • Competitive pricing and deals, especially with Amazon Prime membership offering lower or no delivery fees on larger ordersR7R10R20R36
  • Easy to use app with a good selection of restaurantsR2R3R9R11
  • Accessibility features are good for screen reader users on iOSR140

What users complain about

  • Frequent issues with long delivery times, late orders, and food arriving coldR6R17R44R49
  • High fees and upcharges, making orders expensive, especially for those without Prime or for orders under $50R24R41R43R53
  • Customer service is sometimes unhelpful, especially regarding refunds for missing or incorrect ordersR5R22R27R32
  • App has functionality issues, including missing dark mode, problems with location services, payment methods, and general navigationR1R4R18R25
  • Drivers often fail to follow delivery instructions or deliver to the correct address, leading to incorrect or undelivered ordersR23R50R61R69
  • Issues with order accuracy, including missing items or wrong food deliveredR19R52R63R77
  • Default tip selection is often criticized, with users wanting to tip after service or customize the amount more easilyR29R37R40R199
  • Lack of drivers in some areas leads to long waits or canceled ordersR12R19R44R45

Latest update · v2026.27.4

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

We kneaded the dough, sprinkled in some fixes, and delivered a fresh batch of updates. Time to satisfy your cravings. Plus, there's still no delivery or service fees on $50+ restaurant orders.

Recurring themes

Delivery Reliability negative
Many users report consistently long wait times, orders arriving late or cold, and frequent cancellations due to lack of drivers. This is a major point of frustration, with some comparing it unfavorably to competitors. The app's estimated delivery times are often inaccurate, and drivers sometimes fail to follow instructions or deliver to the wrong address.R6R12R17R19
Fees & Pricing mixed
While some users praise Grubhub for lower prices and no delivery/service fees on orders over $50, especially with Amazon Prime, many others find the overall fees too high, making even small orders expensive. There's a perception that food prices are upcharged within the app.R7R10R20R24
Customer Service mixed
Reviews are split on customer service. Many users report excellent, helpful, and responsive service, especially when dealing with order issues, often receiving quick refunds or credits. However, a significant number of users describe customer service as unhelpful, particularly when orders are not received or are incorrect, with some being denied refunds or feeling interactions are too AI-driven.R5R7R22R27
App Functionality negative
Users report various app issues, including the removal of dark mode, problems with location services, difficulty adding payment methods, and general navigation or crashing. Some find the tipping process cumbersome, wishing for post-delivery tipping or easier customization.R1R4R13R18
Order Accuracy negative
A recurring problem is incorrect or incomplete orders, with missing items, wrong food, or cold food being common complaints. This often ties into driver performance and customer service's willingness to resolve these issues.R19R21R52R55

Who it's for

Grubhub is for users who prioritize a wide restaurant selection and potentially lower fees through an Amazon Prime membership R20. It's also suitable for those who value good customer service when issues arise, as many report positive experiences with problem resolution R47R60. However, it's not for users who expect consistent, fast delivery times or who are sensitive to high fees on smaller orders R6R41. Users who rely on accessibility features like dark mode or have specific payment method needs might find the app frustrating R4R18.

Evidence note: The recent reviews skew heavily negative (64.2% negative), which contrasts sharply with the lifetime rating of 4.75. This suggests a recent decline in user satisfaction, particularly concerning delivery reliability, fees, and app functionality. While positive reviews exist, they are less frequent in the recent sample and often focus on general ease of use or specific positive customer service interactions rather than overall consistent performance.

Frequently asked

Are there free delivery options on Grubhub?
Yes, Grubhub offers free delivery on orders of $50 or more, especially for Amazon Prime members, though service fees may still apply R24R36R58.
Does Grubhub have good customer service?
Customer service experiences are mixed; many users report excellent and helpful service, with quick resolutions for issues R7R47R60, but others describe it as unhelpful, especially regarding refunds for undelivered or incorrect orders R5R22R42.
Why is Grubhub so expensive?
Grubhub can be expensive due to various fees and potential upcharges on food items, with many users noting that a $30 order can turn into $49 without a tip R41R53R68R109.
Is dark mode available on Grubhub?
No, recent updates have removed the dark mode option, which has frustrated many users who prefer it for eye comfort R18R25R26R78.
How long do Grubhub deliveries take?
Delivery times are inconsistent; while some orders arrive early, many users report frequent delays, with food often taking over an hour or even two hours to arrive, sometimes resulting in cold food R6R17R44R51.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R7] 5/5 · US Excellent service: I have been using Grubhub a lot lately since my accident. I have tried different places and different foods, for which I felt prices were v good on delivery items! I’m extremely satisfied with the service and all the help they strive to give when you run into problems. All together it’s a very good service say on a scale from 1 to 10 I put them at 15! Very customer friendly , u
  2. [R47] 5/5 · US 5 Star Customer Service: Absolutely the best app for ordering delivery to our door. We use GH 3-4 times a week, both for home and work. If there are any, and I can’t stress this enough, any issues the customer service team is there for us and will also be for you too. Ditch the other apps and use Grub Hub. Thank you for reading.
  3. [R58] 5/5 · US Like Meals on Wheels!: We are frequent flyers with Grub Hub. We use them because there is no delivery fee with Prime membership. There are occasional errors by the drivers or the restaurant but GrubHub is quick to correct any problems.
  4. [R60] 5/5 · US Way better than Uber Eats: I like that customer service doesn’t make an already stressful situation even more stressful. My food said it was delivered when it was not and customer service did not make it worse. They were helpful without the stress. Unlike Uber Eats that asked for a picture of my spilled drink that was spilled in the driver’s car. I could not obtain a picture because the driver had
  5. [R10] 5/5 · US No fee, free delivery, plus discounts: Cheaper than other delivery services
  6. [R20] 5/5 · US Grubhub + prime: Having prime gives me lower fees, which is pretty cool
  7. [R36] 5/5 · US Better than DoorDash and Uber Eats in my opinion!: I’ve had several issues with other delivery apps, but have come across none of the same issues with Grubhub. I feel like other apps got greedy and would allow you to order from stores that are closed, yet did not refund you. Other apps would also up-charge on service and subscriptions. However, with Grubhub I’ve never come across this issue and th
  8. [R2] 5/5 · US 123 easy: Easy to order and great selection
  9. [R3] 5/5 · US Grubhub service: So far I haven’t had any issues with the service. Drivers are following delivery instructions.
  10. [R9] 5/5 · US Great: Fantastic burgers
  11. [R11] 5/5 · US Jonna: Absolutely amazing too good
  12. [R140] 5/5 · US Great!: Not all of my favorite restaurants are included, but a lot of them are. And I'm especially impressed with how accessible the app is with my screen reader on iOS!
  13. [R6] 1/5 · US 2 hour wait times: Waited over 2 hours for my delivery. Uber Eats or DoorDash would have delivered my food within 15-20 min.
  14. [R17] 1/5 · US Worst delivery app: Nothing ever delivers on time and takes over 2 hours, the only reason ive tried to use this app is because I get a credit from my credit card. But unfortunately, the free credit is not worth the headache and annoyance I get every time I use this app. And no I don’t want a credit for my next order because each time I use this app I regret wasting my time, theres no point of usin
  15. [R44] 1/5 · US Really bad: I learned that other delivery services are much quicker. There are hardly any drivers for Grubhub so your food will arrive cold, soda will arrive ice melted and watered down. Disgusting. I won’t be using this app anymore
  16. [R49] 1/5 · US Just use doordash: Everytime I use this app I have a negative experience regarding time. It shouldn't take upwards of two hours from the time you order to the time you get your food. I don't have this experience when using doordash
  17. [R24] 1/5 · US Prime members do not get free delivery: Unless you order 50.00 worth of food you don’t get free delivery. There are still service fees etc. false advertising but still a little cheaper. I think they upcharge the food too. I will be checking this afternoon.
  18. [R41] 3/5 · US Eh: Fees make everything too expensive almost double the price.
  19. [R43] 1/5 · US Absolute ripoffs: Rob you blind
  20. [R53] 3/5 · US It’s expensive as all get out: $30 at Arby’s turns to $49 without a tip
  21. [R5] 1/5 · US scum: forget customer service, this app is more ai than it is garbage, which pretty much equals the same thing anyway. awful
  22. [R22] 1/5 · US Need Real Customer Service: In the first month of my new premium account, there were three verifiable mess-ups on the service side: I was brought the wrong order, my order was canceled by the store after over an hour wait, etc. So when I forgot to change my location after coming home from an out-of-town work trip, the company automatically declined my request for a credit, insinuating fraud due to
  23. [R27] 1/5 · US Unhelpful customer service: I had a payment issue and was told that there was nothing they could do, despite it being processed on the GH platform.
  24. [R32] 1/5 · US I don’t need credits I just want my order to arrive not cold!!!!: Customer service blows. Franks should’ve just canceled my order, now I get my order and it’s cold, no credit is going to fix the hunger I have right now.
  25. [R1] 1/5 · US App needs update: This app could be more intuitive by using my location when I order to guide my delivery address selection. Also to make it easier when ordering and a “promo” is not allowed but it’s actually a coupon that needs ti be removed. Fixing this took me so long.
  26. [R4] 1/5 · US Grubhub doesn’t care about blind people: It’s very sad to me that in the year 2026 there are still some applications that care so little about Blind and Visually Impaired people, that blind users can’t even use their application. I was able to sign up for the application and login and everything but for some reason I cannot add a payment method. Grubhub you have to have your application tested for
  27. [R18] 1/5 · US Dark mode taken away: Give back option for dark mode
  28. [R25] 1/5 · US Dark mode: What happened to dark mode? Put it back now!
  29. [R23] 1/5 · US AWFUL: I have not once had an oder without an issue. NOT ONCE. The drivers are more awful than the service. I haven express how my hatred in words.
  30. [R50] 4/5 · US Usually great: Delivery is usually close to estimated time, but occasionally it takes a little longer. A couple of weeks ago our pizza was delivered to the wrong address (how??) but they redelivered in a reasonable time frame.
  31. [R61] 1/5 · US Can’t read directions: Never once have they delivered to the correct place. And they give me $5 as assistance. For a $40 McDonald’s meal
  32. [R69] 3/5 · US Delivery: Drivers are doing the opposite of what what is asked in the directions. I’m handicapped and this makes things difficult for me.
  33. [R19] 2/5 · US Don’t offer what you can’t deliver: I’ve tried to order gopuff orders with Grubhub about 6 times and every single order is over an hour late or canceled because it never shows. Why are you offering orders that you can’t even track or manage? I use gh because I have the subscription so I get the discounted delivery. But it’s becoming more and more worthless. Also, stores are not held accountable t
  34. [R52] 1/5 · US I DO NOT RECOMMEND: First time using the app, I ordered a double bacon cheese burger and only a patty with bacon PIECES were delivered. Customer Service refused a refund. Thieves
  35. [R63] 3/5 · US Missing items: 2 vanilla milkshakes, and Food was cold
  36. [R77] 1/5 · US Garbage Service: I live in a city and the people who deliver on the whole are horrible and the restaurants poor attention detail. They will mess up your order, drivers will take your order, and or bring you the wrong one and if you complain too much the next time a store or driver defrauds you their policy is not to compensate you. With all the fees,charges in addition to tip you expect (1) to g
  37. [R29] 1/5 · US Default Tip Selection: Default tip selection was 15% or something. Tip culture needs to die.
  38. [R37] 3/5 · US GrubHub post delivery tipping process is ridiculous: You shouldn’t have to go through hurdles to leave a tip once the order has been delivered. You are a food delivery service - do better.
  39. [R40] 2/5 · US Tip before service?: Why do we have to decide how much to tip before the driver does the work? No where else is that the standard, even when it comes to Lyft and Uber for the sake of driving - you add the tip after. Then if you want to adjust the tip you have to open a chat every time? Stupid AF I asked Grubhub to not allow a specific driver to pick up / deliver my orders and the next week she’s
  40. [R199] 3/5 · US I haven't been able to add more tip for driver: Can't write custom tip
  41. [R12] 1/5 · US Canceled Order: First time trying the GH app, my order was canceled. Not impressed
  42. [R45] 1/5 · US Unreliable. Don’t waste your time if you’re hungry.: I placed an order and after an hour I was notified that the food wasn’t arriving. They tried to correct it by giving me some fees, not all, off, and only for a few months. Fine. I order again and the same thing happened, only this time they tried to say they couldn’t fulfill my order because the restaurant’s menu had changed. Fine. I call the re
  43. [R13] 4/5 · US Sorting: Lately when I try to sort by fastest it doesn’t work. It will give me a place that takes 40 minutes then one that takes 25 minutes and continues to bounce around like that. It didn’t used to do that.
  44. [R21] 5/5 · US Always the right order: Grubhub always brings me the right order and brings it fast. I’ll never use Uber Eats again. They have left us the wrong food multiple times.
  45. [R55] 3/5 · US Rules & Policy: I can honestly admit, this app comes in handy when you need to order food online for pickup or delivery. I just disagree on how sometimes they don’t refund you your money when things are wrong, whether it’s on the merchant behalf or the delivery driver. This is one of the main reasons why I don’t tip them up front. Other than that, the app is somewhat good. Thank you for allowing
  46. [R42] 1/5 · US Doesn’t refund when order never arrived: I ordered from this place and I never get my food and I’m expecting a refund.. and what did I get? No refund for no reason… this is so unfair! I didn’t get my food and I ain’t getting my money back?
  47. [R68] 1/5 · US Fees: Why do we have to pay so many fees
  48. [R109] 3/5 · US Price: You are far too overpriced
  49. [R26] 1/5 · US Where’s dark mode: For some reason they removed dark mode and there’s no way to switch it back
  50. [R78] 1/5 · US Give Dark Mode Back: Simple as that. give it back. it hurts my eyes and a lot of people suffer from migraines. I hope this was an accident, but it needs to be fixed. i will take down my one star review once its back. thank you!
  51. [R51] 1/5 · US Fake reviews: They just don’t have enough drivers. It’s now the 4th time in a row I’ve placed an order that’s been over 30 min late past the delivery ETA, which is already at least another 30 min. In total it’s taken over 1-2 hrs for my food to get to me and all of these places are a 5-10 min drive away. Do yourself a favor and go with DoorDash or even Ubereats.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store