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Move Over, Costco: Sam's Club's Hot Dog Is Officially on the Food Court Menu (and It's Cheaper)
By Ariel Taranski,
26 days ago
Costco and Sam’s Club offer incredibly low prices to help members save on everyday essentials , but shoppers also love their food courts for affordable snacks and bites. From savory hot dogs to delectable desserts, each retailer has curated a unique menu that keeps peckish customers coming back.
So, which one has the best options for the money? It may just be a close race since both cafes have something different to offer customers — but Sam's Club is coming in hot with a new addition that’s sure to be popular with shoppers.
The store recently expanded its food court menu, adding the Member's Mark Cheddar Cheese Pork Frank for $1.38. This new offering joins the standard all-beef hot dog combo for the same price and includes a 30-ounce soda. Members can also buy these cheesy hot dogs in 12-count packages for $8.64.
Costco's iconic hot dog remains at $1.50.
This addition is part of Sam's Club's broader effort to diversify its food court offerings. Earlier this year, the club introduced several limited-time sundaes, such as the Tuxedo Sundae and the Mint Chocolate Brownie Sundae, enhancing its dessert options alongside staples like pizza and soft pretzels.
Read on for more of Sam’s Club's food court offerings and how they stack up against Costco.
Editor’s note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.
Sam’s Club offers vanilla, swirl, and chocolate frozen yogurt, which is lower in calories and price compared to the vanilla and chocolate ice cream cups at Costco.
Depending on your taste, either is a good deal, especially if you love the flavor of fresh soft-serve while shopping. However, Sam’s Club may win this round since you only spend $1 per frozen treat.
A sundae at Costco features vanilla ice cream with a strawberry or chocolate swirl, while sundaes at Sam’s Club offer a berry swirl or brownie with caramel option.
If you love something more indulgent, the Sam’s sundae offers more bang for your buck: $1.58 for a sundae that includes a gooey chocolate brownie.
But if simple is more to your taste, Costco might be your choice.
5. Sweet Snacks: Sam’s Club’s Cinnamon Pretzels vs. Costco’s Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies
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Sam’s Club Price: $1.00, Costco Price: $2.49
Sam’s Club offers a cinnamon and sugar pretzel that blends salty and sweet flavors, while Costco offers a jumbo cookie that customers rave about.
The double chocolate chunk cookie is a newer option at Costco, and it's still pretty affordable for a warm, tasty dessert.
The cinnamon pretzel, however, is only $1, and it’s perfect if you like something a little less sweet.
6. Hot Dog Combo
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Sam’s Club Price: $1.38, Costco Price: $1.50
The classic hot dog combo was made popular at Costco, but you can grab it for a few cents less at Sam’s Club.
Again, Sam’s offers a larger, 30-ounce beverage, whereas Costco only offers 20-ounce cups (which do have free refills, though).
This one just comes down to your preference — which beef hot dog do you like better?
Sam’s seems to be the lowest-priced across the board, but you can’t go wrong with Costco’s varied selection of classic cafe foods.
You’re sure to get a deal no matter which superstore you visit; it all just comes down to personal taste. You can also save more at both stores when you shop with your top rewards credit cards .
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