Shopping on an empty stomach can be risky. Luckily, Costco’s food court offers plenty of tasty options to satisfy cravings. However, not everything on the menu is worth trying. Our review found that the ice cream sundae missed the mark.
In our taste test of ten items, the sundae landed near the bottom, only above a turkey and Swiss sandwich. Surprisingly, it even lost to a fruit smoothie! Ice cream is usually a crowd favorite, so it’s surprising to see it fall flat.
What went wrong? The sundae features a twist of vanilla and chocolate soft serve with strawberry sauce. However, the flavors didn’t blend well. We mostly tasted the vanilla, with little hint of chocolate or strawberry. Instead of a delicious treat, it felt disappointing.
Ranking the Sundae and What to Choose Instead
When we tried the sundae, we expected a burst of flavor. Instead, we found an overpowering vanilla taste, a hint of artificial strawberry, and barely any chocolate. This did not meet our expectations for a Costco treat.
But don’t worry, there are still great options at the food court. Costco’s hot dog and soda combo took the top spot in our ranking. With a juicy all-beef frank and unlimited soda refills, it delivers on taste and value. Moreover, their chocolate ice cream was a close second. It’s simple and satisfying, without any fake flavors getting in the way.
In fact, recent surveys show that Costco food courts are hugely popular, with over 75% of shoppers visiting the food court during their trip. This speaks to the chain’s ability to deliver quality options, even if not everything is a hit.
In summary, while the pancake sundae didn’t make the cut, Costco still has plenty of delicious options worth trying. Stick to the classics for a satisfying food court experience!
