First things first: you’re probably thinking, “Is this going to cost me my firstborn?” Relax. Hy-Vee’s pricing is actually surprisingly reasonable. You can feed 10 people for what you’d spend on takeout for two at a fancy bistro. It’s almost criminal.
For example, their basic pasta salads and Mac and Cheese trays start around $8 per person. Yeah, you read that right. That’s less than a Chipotle burrito. And no, there’s no hidden “we sliced the bread wrong” fee.
Their meat-centric trays—like the pulled pork or fried chicken—hover around $10 to $12 per head. That includes sides! At that rate, you could feed your entire fantasy football league without anyone getting hangry.
The “I’m Too Lazy to Cook” Bundle
You’ve got options, my friend. So many options. The Sub Sandwich Tray is a classic: think of it as a three-foot-long hug from a bread loaf. It runs about $65 for a half sandwich—enough to feed a dozen hungry coworkers or your neighbor’s awkward book club.
The Fruit and Veggie Trays are sneaky. They look healthy, but they’re basically delivery vehicles for the creamy ranch dip. Cost? Around $35 for a party platter. That’s cheaper than buying a yoga class you’ll skip anyway.
And then there’s the Deli Tray. Aka, the “adult Lunchables” tray. Meats, cheeses, crackers, and pickles. It’s $5.99 per person for a basic setup. That’s insane. You’d pay double at a grocery store deli counter and still have to assemble it yourself, like a chump.
