Costco Faces Backlash as New Food Court Item Disappoints Shoppers
Costco Canada has stirred mixed reactions with its latest food court addition, a caramel brownie sundae. The introduction comes after many customers anticipated the return of the chicken bake, a popular item in U.S. locations.
Disappointment and Anticipation
On March 5, Costco teased a new menu item with a pixelated photo, sparking excitement among shoppers. Many expressed their hopes on social media, suggesting items like the chicken bake, coffee, and a turkey provolone sandwich.
Reaction to the Caramel Brownie Sundae
The following day, the unblurred image revealed the new item to be the caramel brownie sundae. This announcement led to a wave of disappointment among fans of the chicken bake.
- “I WANT THE CHICKEN BAKE
,” one Instagram user commented. - Another user pleaded, “Take this back and bring the chicken bake, please.”
- A third person remarked, “The weirdest looking chicken bake I’ve ever seen.”
Desire for Savory Options
Aside from the chicken bake, some customers voiced their desire for more savory food options at Costco. Comments indicated a prevalent demand for items like coffee and turkey provolone sandwiches, especially given the winter launch of a dessert item.
- “Coffee, turkey provolone. Those are what we want. Not more ice cream options released in winter,” said one commenter.
- Another remarked, “Can we get a salad option in Costco Canada? That would do a lot to actually round out the menu.”
Positive Reactions
Despite the backlash, a few customers expressed excitement about the sundae. Comments such as, “Fine, you got me, bro… move over, I’m on my way,” showed that not everyone was disappointed.
Others praised Costco’s ice cream as a budget-friendly family treat, with one saying, “Costco ice cream is so much better than DQ.”
Recent Changes at Costco
In recent months, Costco has made several menu updates. This includes the return of the Montreal smoked meat sandwich and the introduction of sushi at select locations. Additionally, the company recently switched from Pepsi to Coca-Cola products.
As the discussion continues, many customers are left wondering how successfully Costco Canada will navigate shopper preferences. Are you excited to try the new caramel brownie sundae at your next visit, or wish the chicken bake would return?
