The $1.38 Hot Dog and More Sam’s Club Food Items Cheaper Than Costco
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Shopping at Costco and Sam’s Club has major perks like getting big discounts on bulk items, saving money on groceries and household items, and scoring a cheap meal at the food court. It’s hard to resist a soft, salty pretzel from Sam’s Cafe or pizza from Costco after a major shopping haul, and while both have loyal fans, Sam’s Club is upping their food court game.
Earlier this year, the warehouse giant added new items to the Grab and Go section that you don’t have to buy in bulk. According to a video posted by @samsclubmembers on Instagram, shoppers can enjoy healthy salads, sandwiches and bakery goods like a slice of the infamous Tuxedo Cake.
In addition, Sam’s Cafe will now stay open the duration of the Club hours so you can pick up your favorite foods while shopping Monday through Saturday until 8:00 pm, and Sunday until 6:00 pm.
While Sam’s Club has ramped up their Cafe, prices do not reflect the upgrades. Costs rival Costco’s and offer members cheaper prices on certain items. Here are three things you can get for less at Sam’s Club Cafe than at Costco.
Hot Dog
Costco’s Food court is widely known for its generous portions, consistent quality andunbelievable prices like the $1.50 hot dog and soda combo that’s been the same cost since the 1980s, NPR reported.
While that’s a hard to beat deal, Sam’s Club did and is now offering their combo for just $1.38, which includes a ¼ pound hot dog and 30 oz. drink.
Ice Cream Sundae
At Costco, members can indulge in the ultimate sweet treat — a vanilla ice cream sundae topped with strawberries or chocolate for just $2.49, per Country Living.
At Sam’s Club Cafe, members can order the crowd-pleasing 4-berry sundae with raspberry, strawberry, blueberry and blackberry with their choice of vanilla or chocolate for $1.58. Shoppers also have a new flavor to look forward to for a limited time. To celebrate Member’s Mark Month, Sam’s Club will offer a Peaches & Cream Sundae for $1.58 from June 2 through 30.
Large Pizza
Costco is famous for their food court pizza, and customers can pick up a whole pie for $9.95. However, Sam’s Club has officiall upped the ante. Starting May 22, members have been able to order the Member’s Mark 16″ Hot Baked Pizza delivered hot to their doorstep for just $8.98. The popular pie will arrive in less than three hours so you don’t have to worry about dinner, according to a press release announcing the big news.
Sam’s Club has focused on making their cafes a convenient, affordable and easy option so members can take care of their household needs while grabbing a quick, cheap bite.
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