Costco Love <3 (6 Viewers)

[BeTheMatch]

The pizza is not particularly good. Too cheesy and doughy.

This is the Costco love thread, guy!

 

[the moops]

The pizza is not particularly good. Too cheesy and doughy.

This is the Costco love thread, guy!

I still eat it and enjoy it though

 

[Drunken knight]

The pizza is not particularly good. Too cheesy and doughy.

I think the draw is the value. But that is lost if you are waiting more that 20 min to get it

 

[General Malaise]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

 

[belljr]

Never ordered a whole pizza but always use the kiosk and they've always called a number here. Shrug

 

[stbugs]

The relatively new food court process at Costco (where you order ahead from the kiosk) is an absolute disaster. Talk about trying to fix something that wasn't broken. I just about murdered someone yesterday trying to pick up a $10 pizza that I had ordered an hour before.

Really? I’ve always liked it. I usually do the Costco run by myself I’ll pick up a pepperoni slice and a drink for a cheap dinner. I can enter it way quicker than most so I jump ahead of the families and well people who have trouble with stuff like that. Wait a few minutes and listen for my number and I’m gone.

Well, I think that explains it. On Wednesday, I ran to Costco to pick up a few things, figuring I'd be in the store for 20-30 minutes. Decided to order a pizza on my way in (using the kiosk), thinking it would be ready (or probably past ready) by the time I came out. Thirty minutes later, I'm standing in line at the side window that is specifically for whole pizza orders. First 10 minutes, nothing. Nobody coming to the window (from the inside), nobody getting pizzas, etc. There are probably 6-7 people in front of me in line, and I'm noticing that the 3-4 people working inside seem overwhelmed. Now, granted, we are in the middle of a natural disaster of sorts in that there are wildfires 20 minutes away, and I hear someone inside mention that half of their staff had left to go pick up kids from school (schools were closing due to smoke/poor air condition). But, for the most part, Costco appeared to be running like normal (for this location, anyway).

Anyway, eventually, they start handing out pizzas, one or two at a time. But, it appears to be basically first come, first served. No numbers being called whatsoever. After 20 minutes in line, two people have gotten pizzas, and I'm still 2-3 people from the front of the line. Then, I notice some guy saying "Excuse me" and walking to the front of the line, and they hand him a pizza. A few minutes later, they call a name and somebody (not in line) comes and grabs theirs.

Long story short.... From the time I ordered, until pizza in hand, was about 75 minutes. I asked one of the workers if the number on my receipt had any relevance in terms of what order pizzas are handed out, and she simply shook her head no. So, yeah, maybe this location has simply adopted their own "process" that's different than others. I would think that, by ordering ahead from a kiosk, the idea would be that they call your number. Otherwise, why not just stick with the old process, which was stand in line to order and it's ready in 10-15 minutes (or call ahead by phone, which worked great). Heck, they even used to allow you to just order from the checkout line in the store, and then pick it up a few minutes later on the way to your car. Speaking phone orders, the people who jumped the line (I can only assume) must have been phone orders, since the workers were calling their name, etc. So, that part of the process seems to be OK, although I imagine those people were waiting longer than expected as well.

What I don't get is why the store manager leaves the foot court people out on an island, so to speak. This was not the first time that this location has been severely behind/overwhelmed, from what I've observed. Meanwhile, there's 2-3 people at every checkout lane inside, and another 10 employees wandering/standing around the front of the store. Why not move a couple of people to the food court, even for just an hour (while apparently half of the food workers have abandoned ship to go get their kids). I can only chalk it all up to the fact that we're talking about Oxnard, CA.

That’s really weird. I never order a whole pizza because it’s usually just me that enjoys it and I’m happy with a cheap dinner. I have seen people get pizzas at the one I go to and they always have a number they call for kiosk orders and full pizzas even if the wait line is long.

 

[Payne]

The pizza is not particularly good. Too cheesy and doughy.

I think the draw is the value. But that is lost if you are waiting more that 20 min to get it

Shark move is order, shop, pickup.

 

[Johnnie Nepal]

The pizza is not particularly good. Too cheesy and doughy.

I think the draw is the value. But that is lost if you are waiting more that 20 min to get it

Shark move is order, shop, pickup.

I've found calling in the order from the back of the store is my best bet. Have most of my things in the cart by that point, walk to the front, grab the last couple items if needed, check out, pay for pizza... at that point, pizza is coming out of oven or they are cutting it.

 

[Golden Gopher]

The pizza is not particularly good. Too cheesy and doughy.

I think the draw is the value. But that is lost if you are waiting more that 20 min to get it

Shark move is order, shop, pickup.

Which is what I thought I did. Until I ended up in a line and was told that ordering ahead basically did nothing for me.

 

[Golden Gopher]

Pizza isn't great, but it's better than most of the chain places where we live, and half the price. I would even go as far as to say that it's better than close to half of the local places. But, it's obviously limited. Cheese or pepperoni. As a dad of 3 kids between 9 and 14, it's a no-brainer solution for an occasional meal when in a hurry. Or at least it used to be.

 

[the moops]

Pizza isn't great, but it's better than most of the chain places where we live, and half the price. I would even go as far as to say that it's better than close to half of the local places.

I agree with this, but that is just an indictment on how terrible most pizza actually is

 

[Golden Gopher]

Pizza isn't great, but it's better than most of the chain places where we live, and half the price. I would even go as far as to say that it's better than close to half of the local places.

I agree with this, but that is just an indictment on how terrible most pizza actually is

Totally agree. I find that there are many things in life (especially food-wise) that are ultimately disappointing as I get older. Things that, as a kid, I seemed to love so much more. Donuts and pizza are two that come to mind. I still crave both from time to time, but often times they aren't nearly as good as I'm expecting. Even the best pizza place in the town where I live I would argue smells better than the pizza actually tastes (and I would give that pizza a solid 8/10 rating).

Not 100% sure if it's me getting older, the product getting worse, or a combination of both.

 

[the moops]

Even the best pizza place in the town where I live I would argue smells better than the pizza actually tastes (and I would give that pizza a solid 8/10 rating).

What is the best pizza place in your town?

 

[Golden Gopher]

Even the best pizza place in the town where I live I would argue smells better than the pizza actually tastes (and I would give that pizza a solid 8/10 rating).

What is the best pizza place in your town?

https://www.topperspizzaplace.com/

 

[Al Czervik]

The wife and I grabbed some ice cream sundae's from Costco on the way out this week. For $2.50, it was good. The soft serve ice cream was pretty creamy. Will do again.

 

[the moops]

Even the best pizza place in the town where I live I would argue smells better than the pizza actually tastes (and I would give that pizza a solid 8/10 rating).

What is the best pizza place in your town?

https://www.topperspizzaplace.com/

6/10 based only on the pictures

 

[Drunken knight]

We have several around us who are pretty good.

We have go tos for wood fire, ny style, deep dish, and regular (sourdough starter).

More often than not, we’ll make our own.

 

[krista4]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

Went to Costco today and did nearly exactly this. And then on my way out, I saw eleventy squillion people in the food court area and couldn't imagine wanting to stay a minute (or an hour) more for that.

 

[NutterButter]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

Some of us have a lot of time to kill in life.

 

[belljr]

Jokes aside about NJ, I'm just glad I have 90 billion quality pizza places to choose from

 

[Payne]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

I love taking my time. Life is short. Plus you might run across something you like or need.

 

[General Malaise]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

I love taking my time. Life is short. Plus you might run across something you like or need.

Yeah, yeah, yeah platitudes aside, there's a lot of life to be lived outside of a giant warehouse store. I see folks like you lapping up free samples and milling around like a dope and just can't understand that mentality. You lick up a Dixie cup of pudding and find joy in this? Not me, man. Would you linger around a 7-11 longer than you have to? Do you get gas and then just waltz around the convenience store because it's there? Just weird, man.

 

[General Malaise]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

Some of us have a lot of time to kill in life.

Yeah, I guess if I had a lot of time to kill I'd kill it at Costco too. The ultimate get-away.

 

[SWC]

i stopped at costco the other day and bought a blister pack of five pneumatic tow behind log splitters take that to the bank brochachos

 

[Capella]

You lick up a Dixie cup of pudding and find joy in this?

It’s only a small amount if you don’t go back 5-6 times.

 

[WVU Alum]

Aren’t the take and bake pizzas the exact same as the ones up front? Seems like the play is to grab one and cook at home.

 

[Instinctive]

I have found since bringing the baby and not having a next thing to do, and just going down the aisle and saying things like "Yes, that's cheese! You had cheese two days ago. You didn't seem to like cheese."

Or "that's another baby. They're a little older than you. So soon you'll be that big too!"

And then moms smile at me and say he's so cute...

And I'm just way less stressed knowing it doesn't matter how long it takes because I'm just going home and playing with the baby anyway.

 

[the moops]

We have several around us who are pretty good.

We have go tos for wood fire, ny style, deep dish, and regular (sourdough starter).

More often than not, we’ll make our own.

You know what's waaaaayyyyy overrated? Deep dish pizza. It's too much

 

[krista4]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

I love taking my time. Life is short. Plus you might run across something you like or need.

Yeah, yeah, yeah platitudes aside, there's a lot of life to be lived outside of a giant warehouse store. I see folks like you lapping up free samples and milling around like a dope and just can't understand that mentality. You lick up a Dixie cup of pudding and find joy in this? Not me, man. Would you linger around a 7-11 longer than you have to? Do you get gas and then just waltz around the convenience store because it's there? Just weird, man.

Laugh emoji.

 

[CGRdrJoe]

We have several around us who are pretty good.

We have go tos for wood fire, ny style, deep dish, and regular (sourdough starter).

More often than not, we’ll make our own.

what’s your favorite place Portnoy jr.??

I enjoy red boys sourdough crust and boca pizza for thin but always up for something in p town if it’s worth it. I haven’t had ol chicago in forever

 

[CGRdrJoe]

costco now has kirkland slack/golf pants which are pretty close to the greg norman pants they sell. They had black, dark grey and i think blue for 19.99

 

[RG623]

Price correction policy is too rigid. Bought something 5 weeks ago at full price. Noticed the item is now on sale and head to the returns desk to get refunded the difference. Pull up the receipt on my phone and get told sorry sir, no price corrections after 30 days. I ask if I can go purchase the item and immediately return it with my old receipt, “absolutely sir.”

 

[NutterButter]

I have found since bringing the baby and not having a next thing to do, and just going down the aisle and saying things like "Yes, that's cheese! You had cheese two days ago. You didn't seem to like cheese."

Or "that's another baby. They're a little older than you. So soon you'll be that big too!"

And then moms smile at me and say he's so cute...

And I'm just way less stressed knowing it doesn't matter how long it takes because I'm just going home and playing with the baby anyway.

Its a great place to let your kids burn off some energy in the winter. The aisles are huge and there's hardly anybody in the side one's.

Price correction policy is too rigid. Bought something 5 weeks ago at full price. Noticed the item is now on sale and head to the returns desk to get refunded the difference. Pull up the receipt on my phone and get told sorry sir, no price corrections after 30 days. I ask if I can go purchase the item and immediately return it with my old receipt, “absolutely sir.”

Had no idea they'd let u do that. I thought they'd just refund that new purchase. Interesting.

 

[the moops]

We have several around us who are pretty good.

We have go tos for wood fire, ny style, deep dish, and regular (sourdough starter).

More often than not, we’ll make our own.

what’s your favorite place Portnoy jr.??

I enjoy red boys sourdough crust and boca pizza for thin but always up for something in p town if it’s worth it. I haven’t had ol chicago in forever

I find Portnoy to be terribly obnoxious but I agree with his pizza takes, so that has me very confused

 

[dino259]

Aren’t the take and bake pizzas the exact same as the ones up front? Seems like the play is to grab one and cook at home.

I don't believe they have take n bake pizzas anymore. Several years now.

 

[RG623]

I have found since bringing the baby and not having a next thing to do, and just going down the aisle and saying things like "Yes, that's cheese! You had cheese two days ago. You didn't seem to like cheese."

Or "that's another baby. They're a little older than you. So soon you'll be that big too!"

And then moms smile at me and say he's so cute...

And I'm just way less stressed knowing it doesn't matter how long it takes because I'm just going home and playing with the baby anyway.

Its a great place to let your kids burn off some energy in the winter. The aisles are huge and there's hardly anybody in the side one's.

Price correction policy is too rigid. Bought something 5 weeks ago at full price. Noticed the item is now on sale and head to the returns desk to get refunded the difference. Pull up the receipt on my phone and get told sorry sir, no price corrections after 30 days. I ask if I can go purchase the item and immediately return it with my old receipt, “absolutely sir.”

Had no idea they'd let u do that. I thought they'd just refund that new purchase. Interesting.

Appreciate the ability to eventually get the refund, but wish they gave the return people a little more latitude. Besides it only being a few days after the 30 day return window, the fact that I went and purchased the item, only to return it immediately and have the store go through the return/restocking process seems unnecessary.

 

[Instinctive]

I have found since bringing the baby and not having a next thing to do, and just going down the aisle and saying things like "Yes, that's cheese! You had cheese two days ago. You didn't seem to like cheese."

Or "that's another baby. They're a little older than you. So soon you'll be that big too!"

And then moms smile at me and say he's so cute...

And I'm just way less stressed knowing it doesn't matter how long it takes because I'm just going home and playing with the baby anyway.

Its a great place to let your kids burn off some energy in the winter. The aisles are huge and there's hardly anybody in the side one's.

Price correction policy is too rigid. Bought something 5 weeks ago at full price. Noticed the item is now on sale and head to the returns desk to get refunded the difference. Pull up the receipt on my phone and get told sorry sir, no price corrections after 30 days. I ask if I can go purchase the item and immediately return it with my old receipt, “absolutely sir.”

Had no idea they'd let u do that. I thought they'd just refund that new purchase. Interesting.

Good tip. Mien is only 8 months so he just sits in the cart and drools on my hands.

 

[shuke]

Price correction policy is too rigid. Bought something 5 weeks ago at full price. Noticed the item is now on sale and head to the returns desk to get refunded the difference. Pull up the receipt on my phone and get told sorry sir, no price corrections after 30 days. I ask if I can go purchase the item and immediately return it with my old receipt, “absolutely sir.”

Wait, I didn't even know they did price corrections.

 

[krista4]

Its a great place to let your kids burn off some energy in the winter. The aisles are huge and there's hardly anybody in the side one's.

Sorta hate you.

 

[Drunken knight]

Hank’s
Mad Sicilian
Hector’s
New Yorker

We have several around us who are pretty good.

We have go tos for wood fire, ny style, deep dish, and regular (sourdough starter).

More often than not, we’ll make our own.

what’s your favorite place Portnoy jr.??

I enjoy red boys sourdough crust and boca pizza for thin but always up for something in p town if it’s worth it. I haven’t had ol chicago in forever

 

[stbugs]

Price correction policy is too rigid. Bought something 5 weeks ago at full price. Noticed the item is now on sale and head to the returns desk to get refunded the difference. Pull up the receipt on my phone and get told sorry sir, no price corrections after 30 days. I ask if I can go purchase the item and immediately return it with my old receipt, “absolutely sir.”

Wait, I didn't even know they did price corrections.

Yes, but I could have sworn it was 60 days. I’ve done it before on stuff that goes on sale with coupons. I don’t do it a lot as I always check the coupons that usually come out a bit before the sale and I generally use the coupons as much as possible, but I know I’ve saved a couple/few hundred over the years. I run to Costco every week or two weeks anyway so if I see something I just bought in the coupons, I bring my receipt with me the next time. If it’s only a few bucks and the return line is crazy, I don’t bother.

 

[Payne]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

I love taking my time. Life is short. Plus you might run across something you like or need.

Yeah, yeah, yeah platitudes aside, there's a lot of life to be lived outside of a giant warehouse store. I see folks like you lapping up free samples and milling around like a dope and just can't understand that mentality. You lick up a Dixie cup of pudding and find joy in this? Not me, man. Would you linger around a 7-11 longer than you have to? Do you get gas and then just waltz around the convenience store because it's there? Just weird, man.

lol, that is not me.

I am still a guy. I have a plan upon entering. However, unlike most other stores, you never know when something new pops up at Costco.
I feel it's worth the extra time to hit the main aisles.

 

[Payne]

Price correction policy is too rigid. Bought something 5 weeks ago at full price. Noticed the item is now on sale and head to the returns desk to get refunded the difference. Pull up the receipt on my phone and get told sorry sir, no price corrections after 30 days. I ask if I can go purchase the item and immediately return it with my old receipt, “absolutely sir.”

I've done this with Amazon too. IF it's worth it.

 

[General Malaise]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

I love taking my time. Life is short. Plus you might run across something you like or need.

Yeah, yeah, yeah platitudes aside, there's a lot of life to be lived outside of a giant warehouse store. I see folks like you lapping up free samples and milling around like a dope and just can't understand that mentality. You lick up a Dixie cup of pudding and find joy in this? Not me, man. Would you linger around a 7-11 longer than you have to? Do you get gas and then just waltz around the convenience store because it's there? Just weird, man.

lol, that is not me.

I am still a guy. I have a plan upon entering. However, unlike most other stores, you never know when something new pops up at Costco.
I feel it's worth the extra time to hit the main aisles.

My tolerance for people just milling around when others are trying to conduct commerce and be on their way is very low. I'm not a 'browser'. I'm not looking to spend money on things that aren't 'essentials'. Costco makes sense for a family our size but I'm not bringing my entire family in there with me because I don't view Costco as some sort of treat. It's not an amusement park. The human cholesterol clogging up the aisles waiting for free samples or just leaving their carts perpendicular in the middle of the aisle is maddening.

But you can't beat it for coffee, olive oil, etc. Big fan of their giant sized spices and vanilla too. Want some edamame? Here's 50 bags for 10 dollars. Want some rolled oats? How's a bag the size of a Nissan Leaf strike you?

 

[higgins]

The human cholesterol clogging up the aisles waiting for free samples….is maddening.

:spittake:

 

[Payne]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

I love taking my time. Life is short. Plus you might run across something you like or need.

Yeah, yeah, yeah platitudes aside, there's a lot of life to be lived outside of a giant warehouse store. I see folks like you lapping up free samples and milling around like a dope and just can't understand that mentality. You lick up a Dixie cup of pudding and find joy in this? Not me, man. Would you linger around a 7-11 longer than you have to? Do you get gas and then just waltz around the convenience store because it's there? Just weird, man.

lol, that is not me.

I am still a guy. I have a plan upon entering. However, unlike most other stores, you never know when something new pops up at Costco.
I feel it's worth the extra time to hit the main aisles.

My tolerance for people just milling around when others are trying to conduct commerce and be on their way is very low. I'm not a 'browser'. I'm not looking to spend money on things that aren't 'essentials'. Costco makes sense for a family our size but I'm not bringing my entire family in there with me because I don't view Costco as some sort of treat. It's not an amusement park. The human cholesterol clogging up the aisles waiting for free samples or just leaving their carts perpendicular in the middle of the aisle is maddening.

But you can't beat it for coffee, olive oil, etc. Big fan of their giant sized spices and vanilla too. Want some edamame? Here's 50 bags for 10 dollars. Want some rolled oats? How's a bag the size of a Nissan Leaf strike you?

Maybe don't go at noon on Saturday. I have gone several times right before close. Nobody there.

 

[belljr]

Our Costco is mobbed 24/7..... Well the hours they are open.

I can go over there on a random Tuesday or Wednesday, morning early afternoon evening just doesn't matter

 

[General Malaise]

I used to enjoy their Polish dog, but that's about it. Haven't had one in 10 years or more. Costco to me is a surgical strike. Park on the outskirts, bolt down the far aisle where electronics and office furniture are, dive into the back for TP, paper towels, zip in for coffee, olive oil and mixed nuts, then race to self check-out. Get in, get out, go to the bar. I see people waiting in line for pizza or whatever and just think 'why would you want to stay here longer than you need to'? Do you linger around the dentist office after your appointment is over, reading magazines just because you're there? So weird.

I love taking my time. Life is short. Plus you might run across something you like or need.

Yeah, yeah, yeah platitudes aside, there's a lot of life to be lived outside of a giant warehouse store. I see folks like you lapping up free samples and milling around like a dope and just can't understand that mentality. You lick up a Dixie cup of pudding and find joy in this? Not me, man. Would you linger around a 7-11 longer than you have to? Do you get gas and then just waltz around the convenience store because it's there? Just weird, man.

lol, that is not me.

I am still a guy. I have a plan upon entering. However, unlike most other stores, you never know when something new pops up at Costco.
I feel it's worth the extra time to hit the main aisles.

My tolerance for people just milling around when others are trying to conduct commerce and be on their way is very low. I'm not a 'browser'. I'm not looking to spend money on things that aren't 'essentials'. Costco makes sense for a family our size but I'm not bringing my entire family in there with me because I don't view Costco as some sort of treat. It's not an amusement park. The human cholesterol clogging up the aisles waiting for free samples or just leaving their carts perpendicular in the middle of the aisle is maddening.

But you can't beat it for coffee, olive oil, etc. Big fan of their giant sized spices and vanilla too. Want some edamame? Here's 50 bags for 10 dollars. Want some rolled oats? How's a bag the size of a Nissan Leaf strike you?

Maybe don't go at noon on Saturday. I have gone several times right before close. Nobody there.

I go on Tues/Wed at 1:45pm. You know who else likes those shopping hours? Retired people who travel in in packs and moms with little kids, neither demographic cares a lick about other shoppers nor impeding other's mobility to navigate efficiently.

 

[Capella]

GM definitely got his foot run over by an obese person eating a piece of meat out of a little cup.

 

[Joe Schmo]

My parents practically make a date out of Costco shopping. They know the times, days and locations of all the snacky snacks being offered and will go with the intent on shopping and catching lunch at the same time.

My dad did say he was sorry for running over some guys foot...