Costco Adds Controversial New Item To Food Court Menu

Costco has officially added a new item to its food court menu that is concerning to some folks.

The new calzone has gradually expanded across U.S. stores, replacing the discontinued Combo Pizza that longtime members cherished.

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The new menu item features familiar toppings, pepperoni, sausage, cheese, and vegetables, wrapped in a portable calzone format rather than served as traditional pizza slices.

According to food court employees, the operational shift makes sense: calzones arrive frozen and require minimal preparation, eliminating contamination concerns and reducing waste associated with on-site pizza assembly.

However, the change has sparked heated debate among Costco's fiercely loyal membership base.

Supporters appreciate the convenience and generous filling, while critics mourn the loss of another food court classic, viewing it as one more step away from the menu they've loved for decades.

This isn't Costco's first controversial food court modification. The retailer previously replaced Polish sausages with healthier options and discontinued combination pizza altogether in many locations.

Each change triggers passionate reactions from members who view the food court as an essential part of their Costco experience.