There's More To Costco Food Courts Than Their Hot Dogs
Although the $1.50 hot dog combo at Costco will forever go down as one of the most affordable and tasty fast food options out there, there's more to Costco food courts than just this one item. From sandwiches to smoothies to gelato, there are so many unique dishes to try at Costcos all over the world. Let's take a whirlwind trip together as we explore 20 of the best offerings out there! We sure hope these show up at a location near us soon.
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1. Poutine - Canada
Fries, gravy, cheese curds - does it get any better than that? Head over to Canada's Costcos if you want to get a taste of this truly decadent and delicious national dish. This classic poutine will fill you right up and won't even hurt your wallet.
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2. Banh Mi - Australia
While many Costcos around the world serve different kinds of sandwiches, you have to head over to Australia if you want this tasty Vietnamese one. It may seem a little random but hey, who's complaining? It's a unique menu item we'd love to take a bite out of.
3. Chicken Bake - United States
In the United States, one of their most popular Costco menu items is the chicken bake. Loaded with tender chicken and bacon bits, it's all combined in this creamy Caesar sauce that gives it its iconic flavor. All wrapped up in a pizza dough-style casing, it makes it the perfect food for on the go shopping and munching.
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4. Bulgogi Bake - Taiwan
Over in Taiwan, they've really taken the popular US chicken bake and turned it up a notch. Replacing the filling with delicious bulgogi meat, you'll fall in love with this salty and sweet marinated beef.
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5. Bulgogi Pizza - South Korea
And if having it wrapped up in dough isn't enough for you, you definitely have to jump on a plane to South Korea to try bulgogi on a pizza. That's right, in South Korean Costcos, they're serving up this delightful bulgogi pizza concoction. It's not a topping most are familiar with, but if you give it a try, we're sure you'll go back for seconds.
6. Baked Potatoes - United Kingdom
Homey, comforting, and filling, what's better to serve in a Costco than a baked potato, especially if it's in the rainy UK? It's the perfect thing to devour after a long, fun, but exhausting Costco shopping trip. And it's a nice change from the usual pizza and hot dog offerings!
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7. Clam Chowder - Japan
If you're not feeling the classic hot dog during your visit to the Costco food court, you'll be in luck if you're in Japan. That's because they offer a wide variety of different items here, including clam chowder! So if warm and soothing is more of what you're craving, Costco Japan is more than ready to provide you with that.
8. Chocolate Chip Cookie - Canada
Just earlier this year, Canada followed America's footsteps by adding a huge and warm chocolate chip cookie to their menu. It's everything you could possibly want from this sweet treat - it's soft, chewy, and loaded with so much melty chocolate.
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9. Calzone - South Korea
South Korea's got another surprising menu item in their Costco food courts: calzones! This beloved Italian dish is one of the stars on their Costco menu. Loaded with so much cheese and meats all wrapped up in a toasty dough, it's certainly a stand out item we'd love to try.
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10. Churros - United States
If there's one thing at the Costco food court in the United States that's so hard to resist, it's got to be their churros. Affordable, delicious, and a great value for its price, the Costco churros are a must try. They're covered in cinnamon sugar and are fried to perfection.
11. Pumpkin Soup - South Korea
How about some creamy pumpkin soup to go with your bulgogi pizza? Now that's a sentence you'll only hear at a Costco in South Korea! So hearty and warming, this is one menu item we'd imagine is perfect for a chilly autumn day right after your big Costco haul.
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12. Mango Smoothie - Mexico
Looking for a refreshing drink other than soda? Over in Mexico you'll be happy to hear they've got a yummy mango smoothie to offer you. So fruity, cool, and affordable, this is one menu item you just can't miss out on if you happen to be in this tropical country.
13. Gelato - Iceland
If you've never had gelato before, you certainly wouldn't complain about trying your first one in a Costco. In Iceland, instead of only serving ice cream and sundaes, they've also got gelato on their menu. This creamy frozen treat is perfect for you if you love denser, creamier textures.
14. Korean Chicken Wings - New Zealand
Not just regular chicken wings like you get in North America, New Zealand has taken it one step further to offer its Costco members Korean style versions. Served with a delicious Korean fried chicken sauce, we're hoping we can get some of that here too.
15. Croquettes - Spain
Costcos around the world, take note. Put anything cheesy on your food court menu and it's going to be a bestseller! In Spain, one of their most beloved menu items that everyone wishes they could get a taste of is their croquettes. Crispy on the outside and filled with cheese on the inside, who'd be unhappy with that?
16. Roast Beef Sandwich - Mexico
Craving something a bit simpler for lunch? Well, you can never go wrong with a tasty roast beef sandwich, especially if you know it's filled with quality ingredients from Costco. Grab a refreshing mango smoothie with it and you've got a complete meal ready to be devoured.
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17. Cheeseburger - Iceland
You would think if there's one Costco in the world that would sell cheeseburgers it'd be in the States right? Turns out, you can find this beloved dish way over in Iceland! Complete with tomato and lettuce, it's a great grab and go meal to purchase after your Costco run.
18. Bubble Tea - New Zealand
Bubble tea (or boba) is all the craze now. Taking the world by storm, this Taiwanese drink has seriously got everyone sipping and chewing away. And with Costco always being so up to date with trends, are you really that surprised to see it on the food court menu?
19. BBQ Chicken Pizza - Spain
Forget about the classic cheese or pepperoni, what we want to see on our Costco menu is the BBQ chicken pizza! Sweet, savory, and loaded with juicy chicken pieces, we'd love to see this item travel its way across the world.
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20. Chicken Burger - New Zealand
Once again, we're surprised to see another burger option that doesn't exist in America! Down in New Zealand, you'll be able to find this filling and flavorful dish at the Costco food court. Not only does it feature a crispy and tender piece of chicken, it's got lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and so much sauce to top it off.
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