Skip to Main Content
Sam's Club
Sam's Club
All Departments
All Services
Customer reviews for Old El Paso Traditional Refried Beans 16 oz., 6 pk. for
Old El Paso Traditional Refried Beans 16 oz., 6 pk.
4.4 out of 5 stars
stars
2,930 ratings2,482 reviews
  1. 5 stars72% (2,112)
  2. 4 stars13% (380)
  3. 3 stars4% (110)
  4. 2 stars1% (33)
  5. 1 star10% (295)

Member photos

Sort by |
Showing 261-270 of 2,482 reviews
May 25, 2022
Reviewer name: LynnF
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Old El Paso Frijoles Refritos!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Old El Paso refried beans are a staple in our pantry. We love to add them to burritos, layer dips, and taco salads, but they are also delicious when added to cheesy eggs and salsa wrapped in a tortilla! Another favorite recipe is to add them to your cheeseburger with some green chilis and pepper-jack cheese.

Review from OldElPaso.com
Helpful?2SS64J1KUB0O4600030753
Jun 10, 2021
Reviewer name: mollieb64
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Omg awful!!!

Gross! I opened up a can of these today on 6/9/21 and as they were heating up I thought omg they’re ruined, they smell awful! I went and checked the date on the can and it was 2022. They smell like they are spoiled. I tasted them and almost gagged! I thought well maybe it’s me…i had my son taste them and he said they smelled bad and tasted like wet paper. Will never buy these again. We use them for tostadas and have for years but we’ll have to find a different brand. Consistency is different too.

Review from OldElPaso.com
Helpful?2SS64J1KUB0O4600030753
reply from Old El Paso

We're so sorry to hear you had a poor experience with our beans and we appreciate your feedback. This formula change was made in direct response to consumer feedback. We will let our team know that we still have some room for improvement.

Mar 6, 2023
Reviewer name: SHARONH
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Good to the last Bite!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] YOU CAN NEVER GO WRONG WITH OLD ELPASO. We take these and mix with Jalepano bits and juice and spread on a soft taco shell, put shredded cheese on and put taco shells in oven to cook for about 15 minutes!

Review from OldElPaso.com
Helpful?2SS64J1KUB0O4600030753
Jan 22, 2021
Reviewer name: Jacksb
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Worst refried beans ever.

It should get a zero. We are long term users of Old El Paso traditional refried beans. There was NO TASTE and the texture wasn't cohesive and firm like usual. We thought it was spoiled. We have a few more cans and will ask for our money back and not purchase OEP again. Did no one check this? Also - unfair - in order to get refund - must have receipt - why would I keep one for a product I stock in my pantry? A really big mistake folks.

Review from OldElPaso.com
Helpful?2SS64J1KUB0O4600030753
reply from Old El Paso

We appreciate your honest feedback about our beans. We transitioned to a new formula in Fall 2019 across all of our Traditional Refried Beans offerings. This formula change was made in direct response to consumer feedback regarding the dissatisfaction of the color, flavor, and texture on the previous product. The new recipe has a more rounded, savory refried bean flavor; that allows the bean flavor to really come through.

May 25, 2022
Reviewer name: BethA
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Perfect for Enchilada Filling

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love to use Old El Paso refried beans when making beef, bean, and rice enchiladas. It works perfectly to spread on the tortillas before filling them and rolling / folding them up. One can is enough to make 2 batches of enchiladas- one to bake now and one to freeze for later. Yummy!

Review from OldElPaso.com
Helpful?2SS64J1KUB0O4600030753
May 25, 2022
Reviewer name: UtpalP
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Optical position

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I would love this Very bland, no flavor, I had to add a lot to make them taste good enough for everyone to eat. Tastes like mashed up pinto beans and no other flavors. Texture is almost whipped, with some whole beans thrown in.

Review from OldElPaso.com
Helpful?2SS64J1KUB0O4600030753
Mar 6, 2023
Reviewer name: CraigD
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Okay

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] While I thought I would try this because of the convenience, I think that I could make a similar product at home having a little more control of the ingredients and quality that I might like better. The consistency I think is what I had a difficult time with but that is my own personal hang up. The flavors are all there.

Review from OldElPaso.com
Helpful?2SS64J1KUB0O4600030753
May 5, 2021
Reviewer name: Bepropst
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Texture is gross

I've always bought Old El Paso beans, but I just can't do it anymore. This new formula is disgusting. I find it hard to believe that they we getting customers desiring gritty beans with no flavor, but apparently they were l and changed the recipe. Please go back to the original beans

Review from OldElPaso.com
Helpful?2SS64J1KUB0O4600030753
reply from Old El Paso

Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We will have our team review this recipe!

Oct 29, 2023
Reviewer name: Mexicanfoodlover
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Two cans of very runny beans

I bought two cans of traditional refried beans dated 2025. Both of the cans were extremely watery and runny. We were unable to eat them and I can’t take them back for a refund. Is this a problem with the manufacturer or the handling of the product? Please advise. Not a happy customer.

Review from OldElPaso.com
Helpful?2SS64J1KUB0O4600030753
reply from Pillsbury

We’re sorry to hear what happened! We’d like to learn more about your experience with Old El Paso Refried Beans, so please get in touch via the Contact Us form at the bottom of our page. Thanks for contacting us!

Jun 18, 2021
Reviewer name: tHe bOB
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Why???

I grew up with your refried beans.52 years old.I ate them as a child.I have only ever bought Old El Paso refried beans.Ever.I have never tried,or even wanted to try,another brand. Until now. I thought something was different in the texture,the taste,the look.Thought it might be a weird batch.No.The next can and the next can.Different,and not in a good way.I did not realize that you had changed the recipe until I came here and found out what happened. I guess there is nothing that can be done now, so go ahead and give me the generic reply you have given everybody else,and pass this information on to the team. Obviously, brand loyalty is not really important to you. You say you changed the recipe in direct response to consumer feedback. Well, look at all the feedback being given to you by the people who regularly buy your product, and have taken the time to come here and let you know.Look at these responses.Overwhelmingly negative. I like trying new things and do not fear change, so goodbye Old El Paso.Thanks for a wonderful 52 years.I will be moving on to another brand.

Review from OldElPaso.com
Helpful?2SS64J1KUB0O4600030753
reply from Old El Paso

We appreciate your honest feedback about our beans and we are truly sorry you did not enjoy them. We will be sure to share your experience with your team. Hopefully, we will be able to meet customer expectations moving forward.