Worst Potluck Ever? 20+ Of The Most Cringe-Worthy Potluck Foods And Dishes Revealed

Ah, potlucks. You never quite know what you’re going to get. While most hope for a spread of delightful treats, an AskReddit thread recently highlighted some of the worst potluck foods attendees have ever encountered.

Users dished out (pun intended) on the worst potluck dishes, making us all cringe with their tales. From the most bizarre concoctions that make you question the cook’s sanity to offerings so bland they could be cardboard, it’s clear that some potlucks might vie for the title of “worst potluck ever.” If you thought that one time with Aunt Susan’s off-putting tuna casserole was the peak of bad potluck experiences, reading through these potluck disasters might make you rethink that.

So, next time you’re headed to a gathering, keep your fingers crossed that these worst potluck foods remain just stories and not on the table in front of you.


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When he's not doomscrolling Twitter or writing for Pleated-Jeans, Nate Armbruster writes jokes—and then tells them on stage as a stand-up comedian, where he can watch audiences (hopefully) laugh in real-time.