Wetherspoon fans have ‘so many questions’ after worker shares how breakfast item is cooked

Wetherspoon patrons left puzzled after employee reveals the preparation of a popular breakfast item.

Fans of Wetherspoon were taken aback after a former employee disclosed the cooking method of a well-loved breakfast menu item. The pub chain is famous for its affordable offerings, from steak club deals to a ramen dish rivalling Wagamama. The breakfast menu is a hit among customers, offering traditional English fry-ups, American-style pancakes, and vegan options, all served on their iconic blue and white plates. While it’s no surprise that many dishes at Wetherspoon are prepared using microwaves, fryers, or grills rather than cooked fresh to order, a recent revelation left diners scratching their heads.

In a TikTok video posted by user @dobbysc00chie in 2022, the mystery behind Wetherspoon’s perfectly shaped poached eggs was unveiled. The former employee disclosed that the eggs are actually pre-poached and stored until needed, instead of being freshly cooked for each order. This insight into the kitchen practices at Wetherspoon sparked a flurry of comments from patrons, with one expressing, “Pre-poached?? I have so many questions not sure if I actually want answers though.” Another bewildered commenter asked, “HOW DO YOU PREPOACH AN EGG?!”

The revelation drew varied responses, with some users sharing their own experiences of being told there were no poached eggs available and being offered fried eggs instead. One individual who had worked at Wetherspoon described this scenario as the “highlight of working a spoons breakfast shift.” Another pointed out, “Tbf I think a lot more places do this than ppl realise.”

This peek behind the scenes at Wetherspoon’s kitchen practices has left fans with a mix of curiosity and amusement, shedding light on the processes involved in preparing one of their popular breakfast items.