Costco’s New Pizza Rule Sparks Outrage Among Loyal Shoppers

The Costco food court has earned a cult-like following thanks to its unbeatable mix of value, taste, and convenience. Shoppers can grab a massive slice of pizza, a hot dog and drink combo, or even a chicken bake—all for just a few bucks.

Why Shoppers Love the Costco Food Court

The portions are generous, the quality is surprisingly good, and it’s become a nostalgic part of the Costco experience for many members. Whether it's a post-shopping reward or a reason to stop by on its own, the food court has become just as iconic as the warehouse aisles packed with bulk bargains.

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One of my favorite items at the Costco food court is the ice cream. You can get several different combos, but for me, it's the simple vanilla cup that's my pick. It's simply a generous-sized cup of their soft serve vanilla ice cream, and especially during summer, I love it. You can get toppings added (chocolate, strawberries, etc.), but for me it's simply the vanilla, yum!

What Is Costco’s New Pizza Rule?

Costco customers are a bit riled up because of some changes to the menu at the food court. The "pizza combo" is the center of this story and changes to this pizza option. According to an article by Eat This, Not That!, the Costco Combo Pizza option will not be returning to the menu. Costco will be giving shoppers the option of a Combo Calzone as a replacement.

Why is Costco Eliminating the "Combo" Pizza Choice?

In the Eat This, Not That! article, they said, "Now, one anonymous Costco worker is spilling the beans about why exactly the Combo Pizza was removed from the food court." The employee cited several reasons the "combo" was tossed out.

• Too Many Custom Orders
• Fewer Food Court Employees (to handle custom orders)

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What Is Replacing The Combo Pizza at the Costco Food Court?

According to reports, the calzone is the new choice. "The Combo Calzone is made with pepperoni, sausage, cheese, tomato sauce, onions, peppers, olives, and mushrooms." The calzone is getting mixed reviews, but has all the "combo" features rolled into one.

What do you think? Do you want "combo" pizza back? Do you like the combo calzone?