Costco Love <3 (1 Viewer)

[FarFromHome]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Sacnning before entering done except when there’s a logjam of carts when someone doesn’t have their card ready/accessible. Some panic and turn tail and flee before returning with their card ready.

I want to complain about paying for a membership and being accosted on the way in by sales weasels peddling their phones when you enter but they’re always friendly enough and not pushy.

What gets me is the stupid receipt check on the way out. I literally just bought everything 30 seconds ago and only waked 75 feet. Maybe corral off the register exits so we can just exit from the store efficiently.

I spoke with a person I knew who worked that receipt checker position before. He told me that they are primarily looking for checker mistakes and not actual theft possibilities. For example stuff like food gift cards that might get scanned twice by accident. People assume those people are simply trying to catch unhonest people but i was told they are looking for checker mistakes more then anything. I think I believe that. I think.

 

[Beef Ravioli Part 2]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.


What gets me is the stupid receipt check on the way out. I literally just bought everything 30 seconds ago and only waked 75 feet. Maybe corral off the register exits so we can just exit from the store efficiently.

I agree with you about the exit receipt checkers. Seems like a waste of time as most of them are only pretending to count your items.

Your view on the pizza seems extreme. It’s not gourmet and not the best but inedible? I don’t know if I’ve ever had an inedible pizza?

 

[Payne]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Sacnning before entering done except when there’s a logjam of carts when someone doesn’t have their card ready/accessible. Some panic and turn tail and flee before returning with their card ready.

I want to complain about paying for a membership and being accosted on the way in by sales weasels peddling their phones when you enter but they’re always friendly enough and not pushy.

What gets me is the stupid receipt check on the way out. I literally just bought everything 30 seconds ago and only waked 75 feet. Maybe corral off the register exits so we can just exit from the store efficiently.

Sounds to me like you just don't like Costco. I feel it tarnished your pizza review as it's hard to beat for $10.

 

[the moops]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Are people really raving about their pizza? I thought everyone knew it was garbage, it's just really inexpensive and well, bread and sauce and cheese is always something you can muscle down

 

[thecatch]

Is it worth the membership fee for just a single household?

I had a membership more than a decade ago when I was married. But now single and deciding if I should re-join.

yearly membership is like $120 these days (maybe it varies by location, not sure). worth checking out for a year to see how you like it now, i'd say.

I cancelled my Amazon Prime membership so I can see myself stocking on up on stuff and then buying other things like booze, etc. Considering....

I really don't think you will save anything on beer there....there's no booze at the Oregon locations (which, I'm sure you know) and you won't save anything driving up to Washington if that's your thought for hard alcohol. I've priced it out and Costco isn't cheaper for beer over Trader Joes or Winco or Rite Aid, which has some real steals on things like Buoy IPA and Sunriver Vicious Mosquito. You're not killing it on wine either - Trader Joes has Costco beat there too.

Costco is much cheaper on hard alcohol, in my experience.

Again, Costco doesn't sell hard alcohol in Oregon.

I'm assuming the audience for this thread goes beyond FBGs residing in Oregon.

I was addressing a FBG who lives in Oregon specifically. Which is why I responded to him directly.

But thanks man.

I was chiming in on the discussion of alcohol prices to provide another data point for posters similarly considering whether to subscribe as a general matter, not to help you and your buddy in Oregon (the fact you can't buy booze at Costco in Oregon of all places is hilarious but a discussion for a different time). I can see why quoting you gave you the impression I was weighing in on this Oregon-specific discussion, but that wasn't the intent.

 

[Chadstroma]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Sacnning before entering done except when there’s a logjam of carts when someone doesn’t have their card ready/accessible. Some panic and turn tail and flee before returning with their card ready.

I want to complain about paying for a membership and being accosted on the way in by sales weasels peddling their phones when you enter but they’re always friendly enough and not pushy.

What gets me is the stupid receipt check on the way out. I literally just bought everything 30 seconds ago and only waked 75 feet. Maybe corral off the register exits so we can just exit from the store efficiently.

I asked the guy at the door how many times do they find someone stealing and he said occasionally but mostly it is cashier mistake of missing an item.

 

[Payne]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Are people really raving about their pizza? I thought everyone knew it was garbage, it's just really inexpensive and well, bread and sauce and cheese is always something you can muscle down

While not fantastic, it is far from garbage.

 

[the moops]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Are people really raving about their pizza? I thought everyone knew it was garbage, it's just really inexpensive and well, bread and sauce and cheese is always something you can muscle down

While not fantastic, it is far from garbage.

If I sampled 50 random pizza places it would rank in the bottom 10 for sure

 

[3C's]

Supposedly the fix for the pizza is to cook it more.

 

[General Malaise]

Is it worth the membership fee for just a single household?

I had a membership more than a decade ago when I was married. But now single and deciding if I should re-join.

yearly membership is like $120 these days (maybe it varies by location, not sure). worth checking out for a year to see how you like it now, i'd say.

I cancelled my Amazon Prime membership so I can see myself stocking on up on stuff and then buying other things like booze, etc. Considering....

I really don't think you will save anything on beer there....there's no booze at the Oregon locations (which, I'm sure you know) and you won't save anything driving up to Washington if that's your thought for hard alcohol. I've priced it out and Costco isn't cheaper for beer over Trader Joes or Winco or Rite Aid, which has some real steals on things like Buoy IPA and Sunriver Vicious Mosquito. You're not killing it on wine either - Trader Joes has Costco beat there too.

Costco is much cheaper on hard alcohol, in my experience.

Again, Costco doesn't sell hard alcohol in Oregon.

I'm assuming the audience for this thread goes beyond FBGs residing in Oregon.

I was addressing a FBG who lives in Oregon specifically. Which is why I responded to him directly.

But thanks man.

I was chiming in on the discussion of alcohol prices to provide another data point for posters similarly considering whether to subscribe as a general matter, not to help you and your buddy in Oregon (the fact you can't buy booze at Costco in Oregon of all places is hilarious but a discussion for a different time). I can see why quoting you gave you the impression I was weighing in on this Oregon-specific discussion, but that wasn't the intent.

All good and I'm aware Costco sells hard alcohol in other states. Bought some in Palm Springs Costco years ago for a work party weekend and they did have great deals for the large sized vodka, gin and bourbon I bought.

 

[STEADYMOBBIN 22]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Are people really raving about their pizza? I thought everyone knew it was garbage, it's just really inexpensive and well, bread and sauce and cheese is always something you can muscle down

Maybe/maybe not.

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Are people really raving about their pizza? I thought everyone knew it was garbage, it's just really inexpensive and well, bread and sauce and cheese is always something you can muscle down

While not fantastic, it is far from garbage.

Maybe my Costco is different. Ours is mostly orange, about 3/4thick and is dry.

 

[shuke]

I will say that the pizza looks way better than it tastes. I'm not really a fan, even if it's cheap. I can go to Marco's and get a $10 pepperoni magnifico that is way better.

 

[shuke]

Hell, I haven't had Little Caeser's in years but I imagine their cheap hot and ready is better than Costco.

 

[acarey50]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Sacnning before entering done except when there’s a logjam of carts when someone doesn’t have their card ready/accessible. Some panic and turn tail and flee before returning with their card ready.

I want to complain about paying for a membership and being accosted on the way in by sales weasels peddling their phones when you enter but they’re always friendly enough and not pushy.

What gets me is the stupid receipt check on the way out. I literally just bought everything 30 seconds ago and only waked 75 feet. Maybe corral off the register exits so we can just exit from the store efficiently.

I asked the guy at the door how many times do they find someone stealing and he said occasionally but mostly it is cashier mistake of missing an item.

Can confirm and had it work out where I was charged for 3 of something but only had 2 - they caught it and offered either the refund for the item or to just go get one more if I wanted it.

They generally only are looking for the “doubles”, so I’m usually prepared as I am leaving to call out my doubles and they check that against the receipt - if I missed any they ask and usually it’s because I forgot I got two of something, but it has been a double scan before.

 

[General Malaise]

Hell, I haven't had Little Caeser's in years but I imagine their cheap hot and ready is better than Costco.

I dunno, man. My son brought home some LC the other night and left a lot of it in the fridge, so I stole a slice from him and my god, this thing was awful. I can't compare it to Costco because I don't go to Costco to eat, but this is some low grade crap being slung by Little Caesar. Feel like Big Caesar needs to step in and do something about this.

 

[General Malaise]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Sacnning before entering done except when there’s a logjam of carts when someone doesn’t have their card ready/accessible. Some panic and turn tail and flee before returning with their card ready.

I want to complain about paying for a membership and being accosted on the way in by sales weasels peddling their phones when you enter but they’re always friendly enough and not pushy.

What gets me is the stupid receipt check on the way out. I literally just bought everything 30 seconds ago and only waked 75 feet. Maybe corral off the register exits so we can just exit from the store efficiently.

I asked the guy at the door how many times do they find someone stealing and he said occasionally but mostly it is cashier mistake of missing an item.

Can confirm and had it work out where I was charged for 3 of something but only had 2 - they caught it and offered either the refund for the item or to just go get one more if I wanted it.

They generally only are looking for the “doubles”, so I’m usually prepared as I am leaving to call out my doubles and they check that against the receipt - if I missed any they ask and usually it’s because I forgot I got two of something, but it has been a double scan before.

They missed the day I paid for the same TP twice. At self checkout, the person scanned my TP when I wasn't looking and then my dumb oblivious butt ran it through the scanner a 2nd time unaware.

But, I went back to Costco a few days later, waited in the return line, pleaded my case and after some light back and forth, they gave me a refund for it. I did have to say "C'mon, do you REALLY think I'd make up a story this absurd just to get $15 back from you?"

 

[STEADYMOBBIN 22]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Are people really raving about their pizza? I thought everyone knew it was garbage, it's just really inexpensive and well, bread and sauce and cheese is always something you can muscle down

While not fantastic, it is far from garbage.

If I sampled 50 random pizza places it would rank in the bottom 10 for sure

Right there with Showtime Pizza at Chuck E. Cheese.

We might need a pizza draft.

 

[STEADYMOBBIN 22]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Sacnning before entering done except when there’s a logjam of carts when someone doesn’t have their card ready/accessible. Some panic and turn tail and flee before returning with their card ready.

I want to complain about paying for a membership and being accosted on the way in by sales weasels peddling their phones when you enter but they’re always friendly enough and not pushy.

What gets me is the stupid receipt check on the way out. I literally just bought everything 30 seconds ago and only waked 75 feet. Maybe corral off the register exits so we can just exit from the store efficiently.

I asked the guy at the door how many times do they find someone stealing and he said occasionally but mostly it is cashier mistake of missing an item.

Can confirm and had it work out where I was charged for 3 of something but only had 2 - they caught it and offered either the refund for the item or to just go get one more if I wanted it.

They generally only are looking for the “doubles”, so I’m usually prepared as I am leaving to call out my doubles and they check that against the receipt - if I missed any they ask and usually it’s because I forgot I got two of something, but it has been a double scan before.

They missed the day I paid for the same TP twice. At self checkout, the person scanned my TP when I wasn't looking and then my dumb oblivious butt ran it through the scanner a 2nd time unaware.

But, I went back to Costco a few days later, waited in the return line, pleaded my case and after some light back and forth, they gave me a refund for it. I did have to say "C'mon, do you REALLY think I'd make up a story this absurd just to get $15 back from you?"

We bought a set of steak knives but when we opened them at home all that was in the box was the wooden block. No Knives!

Same kinda thing. They took our word for it but Im sure they looked at our account history and noticed how much we spend and how few returns we actually do.

 

[General Malaise]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Are people really raving about their pizza? I thought everyone knew it was garbage, it's just really inexpensive and well, bread and sauce and cheese is always something you can muscle down

While not fantastic, it is far from garbage.

If I sampled 50 random pizza places it would rank in the bottom 10 for sure

Right there with Showtime Pizza at Chuck E. Cheese.

We might need a pizza draft.

one of the craziest things I learned from Covid is that Chuck E Cheese rebranded as Pasqually's Pizza and Wings and sold their food as delivery, which helped them survive. I can't imagine anybody voluntarily ordering their food as a take-out option, though.

 

[Chadstroma]

After hearing about how great the pizza is- we had their pizza for the first time the other day. Inedible. Two bites and the whole thing went into the trash.

Sacnning before entering done except when there’s a logjam of carts when someone doesn’t have their card ready/accessible. Some panic and turn tail and flee before returning with their card ready.

I want to complain about paying for a membership and being accosted on the way in by sales weasels peddling their phones when you enter but they’re always friendly enough and not pushy.

What gets me is the stupid receipt check on the way out. I literally just bought everything 30 seconds ago and only waked 75 feet. Maybe corral off the register exits so we can just exit from the store efficiently.

I asked the guy at the door how many times do they find someone stealing and he said occasionally but mostly it is cashier mistake of missing an item.

Can confirm and had it work out where I was charged for 3 of something but only had 2 - they caught it and offered either the refund for the item or to just go get one more if I wanted it.

They generally only are looking for the “doubles”, so I’m usually prepared as I am leaving to call out my doubles and they check that against the receipt - if I missed any they ask and usually it’s because I forgot I got two of something, but it has been a double scan before.

They missed the day I paid for the same TP twice. At self checkout, the person scanned my TP when I wasn't looking and then my dumb oblivious butt ran it through the scanner a 2nd time unaware.

But, I went back to Costco a few days later, waited in the return line, pleaded my case and after some light back and forth, they gave me a refund for it. I did have to say "C'mon, do you REALLY think I'd make up a story this absurd just to get $15 back from you?"

And at that point they looked you up and down and had a long pause.... right?

 

[Chadstroma]

Hell, I haven't had Little Caeser's in years but I imagine their cheap hot and ready is better than Costco.

I dunno, man. My son brought home some LC the other night and left a lot of it in the fridge, so I stole a slice from him and my god, this thing was awful. I can't compare it to Costco because I don't go to Costco to eat, but this is some low grade crap being slung by Little Caesar. Feel like Big Caesar needs to step in and do something about this.

I usually grab something there. The kids are happy with the pizza. If they are with me, they will order it. If they aren't, I usually order one to take home for dinner that night. But I always get the $1,50 hotdog. Even if I didn't like it.... which I do.... I would still buy it and eat it each time just for the value of it.

 

[the moops]

We might need a pizza draft.

Any pizza that is available nationwide is bad

 

[General Malaise]

We might need a pizza draft.

Any pizza that is available nationwide is bad

Now THIS is a bold statement!

 

[the moops]

We might need a pizza draft.

Any pizza that is available nationwide is bad

Now THIS is a bold statement!

let's hear an argument otherwise.

 

[STEADYMOBBIN 22]

We might need a pizza draft.

Any pizza that is available nationwide is bad

Now THIS is a bold statement!

let's hear an argument otherwise.

@General Malaise

Well…… we’re waiting!

 

[General Malaise]

We might need a pizza draft.

Any pizza that is available nationwide is bad

Now THIS is a bold statement!

let's hear an argument otherwise.

Well, I largely agree with you that national chains aren't the best pizza out there, but calling them all bad seems a bit dramatic. Hell, we have an entire thread on here of FBGs going ga-ga over frozen freaking pizzas, which I find to be less enjoyable than say Pappa John's or Hungry Howies.

And though it's been years - maybe decades? - since I dined at The Hut, but mister, I spent many a days inhaling their all you can eat pizza buffets in my youth. Bad? Only in the ironical way, sir. Badassssssssssssssss more like it.

California Pizza Kitchen makes a fine pie. They're everywhere. Not even remotely close to "bad". My kids and I enjoy Godfather's quite a bit. Their crust is damn good.

And while I quit going to malls long ago, Sbarro's pizza sandwich or whatever @shuke thinks it's called is a delightful!

 

[General Malaise]

I did have to order my daughter Dominos one night last summer and I think I still have diahrehea from it.

 

[the moops]

Well, I largely agree with you that national chains aren't the best pizza out there, but calling them all bad seems a bit dramatic. Hell, we have an entire thread on here of FBGs going ga-ga over frozen freaking pizzas, which I find to be less enjoyable than say Pappa John's or Hungry Howies.

And though it's been years - maybe decades? - since I dined at The Hut, but mister, I spent many a days inhaling their all you can eat pizza buffets in my youth. Bad? Only in the ironical way, sir. Badassssssssssssssss more like it.

California Pizza Kitchen makes a fine pie. They're everywhere. Not even remotely close to "bad". My kids and I enjoy Godfather's quite a bit. Their crust is damn good.

And while I quit going to malls long ago, Sbarro's pizza sandwich or whatever @shuke thinks it's called is a delightful!

Never heard of The Hut or Hungry Howies. Sbarro is really bad. California Pizza is OK I guess

 

[General Malaise]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

 

[the moops]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

Oh sorry, I am not on a nickname basis with that monstrosity of a place.

 

[General Malaise]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

Oh sorry, I am not on a nickname basis with that monstrosity of a place.

I don't think you need to be Inspector Gadget to figure out what chain I was referring to here.

 

[Don Quixote]

Does Jet’s Pizza count as national? 425 locations in 22 states. Best I can think of.

 

[the moops]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

Oh sorry, I am not on a nickname basis with that monstrosity of a place.

I don't think you need to be Inspector Gadget to figure out what chain I was referring to here.

You typed Hungry Howies right after that. Still have no idea what that place is so...

 

[General Malaise]

Does Jet’s Pizza count as national? 425 locations in 22 states. Best I can think of.

I think so. Hungry Howies has similar metrics to Jet. Both are fairly popular in Michigan and have had both - their both fine. Nothing I'd go seeking out but would be perfectly content eating.

Now, 313 Pizza Bar in Lake Orion? One of the best Detroit syle pizzas I've ever had and it was their Dill Pickle Pizza that won me over. Sounds gross but man, that was a slice of heaven.

 

[General Malaise]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

Oh sorry, I am not on a nickname basis with that monstrosity of a place.

I don't think you need to be Inspector Gadget to figure out what chain I was referring to here.

You typed Hungry Howies right after that. Still have no idea what that place is so...

That's fair though it is in 21 states with hundreds of locations. Definitely not as national as Domino's.

 

[the moops]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

Oh sorry, I am not on a nickname basis with that monstrosity of a place.

I don't think you need to be Inspector Gadget to figure out what chain I was referring to here.

You typed Hungry Howies right after that. Still have no idea what that place is so...

That's fair though it is in 21 states with hundreds of locations. Definitely not as national as Domino's.

My general point holds true. We may all have love Pizza Hut as kids, but not because the pizza was good. Same goes for Dominos and Sbarro and Papa Johns and nearly every other national chain. Their pizza is all bad when compared to a proper pizza shop

 

[General Malaise]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

Oh sorry, I am not on a nickname basis with that monstrosity of a place.

I don't think you need to be Inspector Gadget to figure out what chain I was referring to here.

You typed Hungry Howies right after that. Still have no idea what that place is so...

That's fair though it is in 21 states with hundreds of locations. Definitely not as national as Domino's.

My general point holds true. We may all have love Pizza Hut as kids, but not because the pizza was good. Same goes for Dominos and Sbarro and Papa Johns and nearly every other national chain. Their pizza is all bad when compared to a proper pizza shop

Hate this expression but you just moved the goal posts. Of course the national chains aren't as good as a proper pizza shop.

But they aren't ALL bad. Some are better than others - Godfathers' Meat Lovers? Delicious!

 

[the moops]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

Oh sorry, I am not on a nickname basis with that monstrosity of a place.

I don't think you need to be Inspector Gadget to figure out what chain I was referring to here.

You typed Hungry Howies right after that. Still have no idea what that place is so...

That's fair though it is in 21 states with hundreds of locations. Definitely not as national as Domino's.

My general point holds true. We may all have love Pizza Hut as kids, but not because the pizza was good. Same goes for Dominos and Sbarro and Papa Johns and nearly every other national chain. Their pizza is all bad when compared to a proper pizza shop

Hate this expression but you just moved the goal posts. Of course the national chains aren't as good as a proper pizza shop.

But they aren't ALL bad. Some are better than others - Godfathers' Meat Lovers? Delicious!

Nope. They are bad.

 

[General Malaise]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

Oh sorry, I am not on a nickname basis with that monstrosity of a place.

I don't think you need to be Inspector Gadget to figure out what chain I was referring to here.

You typed Hungry Howies right after that. Still have no idea what that place is so...

That's fair though it is in 21 states with hundreds of locations. Definitely not as national as Domino's.

My general point holds true. We may all have love Pizza Hut as kids, but not because the pizza was good. Same goes for Dominos and Sbarro and Papa Johns and nearly every other national chain. Their pizza is all bad when compared to a proper pizza shop

Hate this expression but you just moved the goal posts. Of course the national chains aren't as good as a proper pizza shop.

But they aren't ALL bad. Some are better than others - Godfathers' Meat Lovers? Delicious!

Nope. They are bad.

Must be nice sit upon a cloud of judgment handing out pizza lessons to all the people beneath you who enjoy them.

 

[Chadstroma]

Wait.... but does Costco sell pizza's in Oregon?

 

[General Malaise]

Wait.... but does Costco sell pizza's in Oregon?

I dunno, I don't go to Costco for their restaurant. The thought of spending extra time there eating next to a tire depot just seems weird. Sad, even.

 

[FarFromHome]

Wait.... but does Costco sell pizza's in Oregon?

I dunno, I don't go to Costco for their restaurant. The thought of spending extra time there eating next to a tire depot just seems weird. Sad, even.

I've never sat and ate in that wonderful dining experience they have created. Ha ha. I will say this. Costco checking out is kinda weird. When I'm with my wife I'll make eye contact with the helper and decide if they are help me please people or don't even think about it people. If they are don't think about it people I'll branch off for a hot dog, slice of pizza or a smoothie to take out with me..

 

[mr. furley]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

Oh sorry, I am not on a nickname basis with that monstrosity of a place.

I don't think you need to be Inspector Gadget to figure out what chain I was referring to here.

You typed Hungry Howies right after that. Still have no idea what that place is so...

That's fair though it is in 21 states with hundreds of locations. Definitely not as national as Domino's.

My general point holds true. We may all have love Pizza Hut as kids, but not because the pizza was good. Same goes for Dominos and Sbarro and Papa Johns and nearly every other national chain. Their pizza is all bad when compared to a proper pizza shop

Hate this expression but you just moved the goal posts. Of course the national chains aren't as good as a proper pizza shop.

But they aren't ALL bad. Some are better than others - Godfathers' Meat Lovers? Delicious!

Godfather's makes a fine pizza. used to be a treat as kids. they all closed up years ago around here but i recall it being the best of the chain joints.

 

[BeTheMatch]

I can't believe all the freakin communists in here besmirching the good name of Costco pizza. There is only one thing better in this world that you can buy for less than that $10 pie from heaven, and that's a Culver's Butter Burger.

 

[mr. furley]

I can't believe all the freakin communists in here besmirching the good name of Costco pizza. There is only one thing better in this world that you can buy for less than that $10 pie from heaven, and that's a Culver's Butter Burger.

preach

 

[Schmeabs]

Costco pizza is a great deal for $10 and pretty good imo. Definitely better than Little Caesars, Pizza Hut or Dominoes.

 

[Instinctive]

I can't believe all the freakin communists in here besmirching the good name of Costco pizza. There is only one thing better in this world that you can buy for less than that $10 pie from heaven, and that's a Culver's Butter Burger.

I mean the $1.50 hot dog is sitting RIGHT THERE for you too.

 

[stbugs]

I can't believe all the freakin communists in here besmirching the good name of Costco pizza. There is only one thing better in this world that you can buy for less than that $10 pie from heaven, and that's a Culver's Butter Burger.

It’s incredible although I only get slices fresh and they serve so many that it’s typically very fresh. $3 or $5 (if starving with 2 slices) is a cheap *** filling meal and while not amazing, it’s decent enough.

I’m just laughing at people in Oregon and Michigan tell me what good pizza is. I grew up 15 minutes from the pizza Mecca of New Haven. I’ve had pizza in Paris, Milan, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Detroit and all over the U.S. Costco pizza ain’t topping any of my lists but at the food court, it’s decent.

 

[Sullie]

We might need a pizza draft.

Any pizza that is available nationwide is bad

Now THIS is a bold statement!

let's hear an argument otherwise.

Well, I largely agree with you that national chains aren't the best pizza out there, but calling them all bad seems a bit dramatic. Hell, we have an entire thread on here of FBGs going ga-ga over frozen freaking pizzas, which I find to be less enjoyable than say Pappa John's or Hungry Howies.

And though it's been years - maybe decades? - since I dined at The Hut, but mister, I spent many a days inhaling their all you can eat pizza buffets in my youth. Bad? Only in the ironical way, sir. Badassssssssssssssss more like it.

California Pizza Kitchen makes a fine pie. They're everywhere. Not even remotely close to "bad". My kids and I enjoy Godfather's quite a bit. Their crust is damn good.

And while I quit going to malls long ago, Sbarro's pizza sandwich or whatever @shuke thinks it's called is a delightful!

Not schtick at all, hand to heart, I believe that the following frozen pizzas are better than Pizza Hut, Domino's, Little Caesar's, Sbarro and delivered pizza from my local Papa John's*:

Motor City Pizza
Chicago Home Run Inn
Lotzza Motzza
Heggies Pizza
Screamin' Sicilian

* I like Papa John's pizza but, in my neck of the woods, for some reason they outsource delivery to doordash/ubereats/grubhub or something, but their delivery service is terrible. It takes forever, the pizza box comes steam soaked wet (which is awesome), so the pizza is cold and damp plus it's a crapshoot whether you get the correct order or not. Let's call it 75% accurate.

 

[the moops]

You've never heard of Pizza Hut? What sort of sheltered childhood did you have?

Oh sorry, I am not on a nickname basis with that monstrosity of a place.

I don't think you need to be Inspector Gadget to figure out what chain I was referring to here.

You typed Hungry Howies right after that. Still have no idea what that place is so...

That's fair though it is in 21 states with hundreds of locations. Definitely not as national as Domino's.

My general point holds true. We may all have love Pizza Hut as kids, but not because the pizza was good. Same goes for Dominos and Sbarro and Papa Johns and nearly every other national chain. Their pizza is all bad when compared to a proper pizza shop

Hate this expression but you just moved the goal posts. Of course the national chains aren't as good as a proper pizza shop.

But they aren't ALL bad. Some are better than others - Godfathers' Meat Lovers? Delicious!

Nope. They are bad.

Must be nice sit upon a cloud of judgment handing out pizza lessons to all the people beneath you who enjoy them.

I am fine with my pizza snobbery.