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If you’re a fan of the Costco Food Court hot dog, be sure to check out the Sam’s Club Food Court too – we think it may be the winner!
Who Has a Better Hot Dog Combo – Costco or Sam’s Club?
We all know that Costco and Sam’s Club both offer delicious and affordable selections on their Food Court Menus, like huge pizzas that’ll feed a crowd, delicious frozen yogurt, ginormous beef hot dogs, and more.
However – is one food court “better” than the other??
Since both warehouses offer super affordable all-beef hot dog combos that are raved about by their members…let’s take a closer look to see just how the two warehouses compare here!
*NOTE: On the Costco side, there has also been a small update worth noting – at some locations, you may now be able to choose between the classic fountain soda or a bottled water option with the hot dog combo. The price and iconic deal still remain the same, but it’s a small added choice depending on your location.
First, the Costco Hot Dog + Drink Combo has been the same $1.50 price since the 1980s and, according to the Costco CFO, it will likely stay that price “forever.” However, Sam’s Club recently lowered the price on their similar All Beef Frank + Drink Combo, making it a pretty good contender.
Plus, the new, lower price is here to stay! 🎉
But does it taste as good as Costco’s famous dog?
After learning that Sam’s Club lowered the price on their GIANT Hot Dog Combo (seems like lowering prices is a rare occurrence anywhere these days?), we thought it would be fun to do a taste test. 🙂
We headed to both Costco and Sam’s Club to see which All-Beef 1/4-lb. Hot Dog really tasted better and which combo was the best bang for your buck…keep reading to see what we thought!
But first, let’s take a closer look to see how both of the food courts compare…
Costco Food Court Menu – Hot Dog + Drink Combo
✔️Includes 1/4 lb. Plus All Beef Hot Dog in Sesame Bun + 20-ounce Soda OR Kirkland’s Water Bottle (this is a new change and may vary by location … some stores now offer bottled water as an alternative to soda)
✔️Get FREE Refills on 20oz Soda (selection includes Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Brisk iced tea, Sierra Mist, and Tropicana lemonade)
✔️Beef hot dogs are gluten free and contain no by-products, corn syrup, or fillers.
✔️Enjoy free Condiments – Mustard, Ketchup, & Relish.
✔️NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED (I called my local warehouse and they said you don’t need a membership to order food unless you’re buying pizzas or foods in bulk)
✔️Price – $1.50
Sam’s Club Food Court Menu – Hot Dog + Drink Combo
✔️Includes Member’s Mark 1/4 lb. Beef Frank + 30-ounce Soda.
✔️Get FREE Refills on 30oz Soda (selection includes Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, and unsweetened & sweetened Lipton tea).
✔️Beef franks don’t have any by-products, MSG, artificial colors or flavors.
✔️Enjoy free Condiments – Mustard, Ketchup, Relish, Kraut, Fresh Onions.
✔️Now ONLY $1.38 (previously $1.50)
SO…Which One is Better?
We tested out both of the hot dogs and think that the Sam’s Club hot dog is the clear winner – my friend’s husband says it’s SO yummy and juicy with lots of flavor! Plus, it’s an overall better value, too!
Not only do you get a bigger drink ✔️, more condiments to choose from✔️, and a slightly better drink selection at the food court✔️, you’re also saving a few cents along the way. Sounds like a win to me! 😍
SO if you’re out and about running errands or looking for a frugal meal idea, you know where to head! Then take those 12¢ savings and put them towards your eggs…because we’re all trying to save where we can there). 😉
Which hot dog combo is your favorite? Let us know!
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