Costco has introduced a new bottled water option for its iconic hot dog combo, maintaining the price at $1.50 despite mixed reactions from customers. The quarter-pound all-beef hot dog is served on a soft bun and has been a staple at Costco since 1985.
Customers can still choose the original combo that includes a refillable fountain soda. The bottled water option comes in a 16.9-ounce bottle of Kirkland Signature water. This change allows customers to select between soda and water while keeping the price unchanged.
Key facts:
- The price of the hot dog combo remains at $1.50.
- Costco’s hot dog combo has maintained this price for 40 years.
- The original combo features a 20-ounce refillable fountain soda.
- The bottled water option is available for 25 cents separately in the food court.
- Free refills are offered on the fountain soda.
Some customers express that the bottled water should be cheaper than the soda option since it is available separately for just 25 cents. However, others appreciate having an alternative to soda.
Costco now requires an active membership to order from the food court at most locations. This policy emphasizes the value of membership while providing affordable dining options.
The introduction of this new bottled water option may seem minor, but it represents significant news for a deal that has remained virtually untouched for decades. Costco co-founder and former CEO famously remarked, “If you raise [the price of] the effin’ hot dog, I’ll kill you.”
