Returned to Costco

[roseflower]

Years ago I had a costco membership but recently a friend of mine bought me a membership as a gift. We are vegetarians so besides meat, what are your favorite things to grab there. Do you grab it there out of convenience or do you find that the prices are actually better than other stores including amazon?

[ddi741]

Most of the stuff we buy there is because it is actually cheaper.

Toilet Paper
Paper Towels
Garbage Bags
Zip Lock Bags
Vitamin Water
Paper Plates
Napkins
Spices
Creamers
Coffee
Protein Bars & Shakes
Soap
Laundry Detergent
Dishwasher Detergent
I'm sure there is more that I'm forgetting

And then of course there is all that stuff in the middle of the store that I never knew I needed but have to buy at that very moment

[rikki]

olive oil
maple syrup
dishwasher detergent tabs
organic bread (2 loaves in a bag) that is SOO good
bagels
uncooked tortillas
Irish Spring bar soap (for my husband)
deodorant
dental floss
clementine oranges
2 lb containers of strawberries

[smilee1079]

I just started eating meat recently but have gotten some good vegetarian organic potstickers there. Hummus and wholly guacamole are sometimes priced well there too. I think they have some vegetarian options in their fridge section too. Their bananas and avocados are a good price too.

[irene adler]

Their take and bake pizza is our go to meal for house guests. Yum.

Tortillas are also really cheap

[nessness]

Quinoa
Frozen fruit
Spinach
Shredded cheese
Dog food
String cheese
Organic eggs
Granola bars
Baby kale
Trash bags
Laundry detergent
Craisins

These things are all generally cheaper than the regular grocery store. I don't really buy toiletries there because you can usually get them cheaper elsewhere with sales/coupons.

[katb]

During the summer months I have my own garden, but during off season - their prices and pick of organic veggies/fruit is worth it.
All organic:
tomatoes
carrots
spinach
apples
lettuce/romaine
cukes
berries(frozen and fresh)
green beans (frozen)
mixed veggies (frozen)

Plus
Organic shells/cheese
olive oil
bread
batteries
dog food
spices
soups
olives
chick peas
Gas
tires
dog prescriptions - our heartworm med for the dog is about 1/4 of the price for the year compared to the vet. I think we paid $65 for a years worth (big dog)
eye glasses/exams - $49 for an exam!!

[madisen]

Milk
Tomato sauce
Sour cream
Tv's
Gift cards
Salami
Hawaiian bread
Disinfectant wipes
Baby wipes
Batteries
Wine

Eta: oil of Olay regenerist

[thumper55]

If the prices aren't the cheapest, they are close to it. I figure I save time and gas by buying in bulk and having to get groceries less frequently

milk
canned beans
chia seeds
pretzel rolls
sliced bread
dog food
I buy most of our fruit there
baby kale salad mix
laundry detergent
garbage bags
K cups
toilet paper
frozen veggie burger patties
tofu
ravioli
bath towels and bedding
lightbulbs
tub of peanuts
Uncrustables
Better than bouillon
rice

all vitamins

cold and allergy medicine

[mbcdefg]

MH bought us a membership as a birthday gift to me because I kept talking about it. But honestly I don't think the prices are any better than Shop Rite, especially for meat and produce, so I probably won't renew it.

I buy chocolate chips for baking, honey, cheese, crackers, cakes and frozen appetizers for parties, bathroom wipes, bacon. Certain clothes and socks.

Gas is a good price, but since NJ is full service (the attendant scans his own card before filling my tank) they do not require a membership card. I had been using their gas station for a couple years prior to getting the membership.

[roseflower]

Mar 1, 2015 22:42:24 GMT -5 nessness said:

Quinoa
Frozen fruit
Spinach
Shredded cheese
Dog food
String cheese
Organic eggs
Granola bars
Baby kale
Trash bags
Laundry detergent
Craisins

These things are all generally cheaper than the regular grocery store. I don't really buy toiletries there because you can usually get them cheaper elsewhere with sales/coupons.

That's what I was wondering. With sales/coupons would Rather be cheaper etc

[frenchies]

black beans
Rotel
10lb bags of flour
Laughing Cow BabyBel cheeses (MUCH cheaper than other stores)
Fitz's bottled root beer
Dishwasher detergent (Cascade tabs)
contact solution
allergy meds
peanut butter
tank tops
socks
blue box mac & cheese
Nesquick

It's not convenience-we only go once a month or every 6 weeks. I feel like we get more bang for our buck, and I like buying some things in bulk so I don't have to grab black beans every time I go to the grocery store or whatever.

[gt7301b]

Mar 2, 2015 0:18:07 GMT -5 Stan said:

FETA! It's so much cheaper, and is the basis for my favorite no meat meal. Also, everything else everyone is saying. I love the olive oil. I always buy a thing of grape tomatoes to eat on the way home (I always get sick). Cottage cheese. I buy lots of workout clothes there and I buy MH dress shirts sometimes. They look exactly like his Brooks Brothers shirts for 1/3 the price!

I loooooove you Costco. They treat their workers well, have a good corporate ethic, etc.

This is so true.  I had to buy feta at the grocery store a couple weeks ago and an 8 ounce container was the same price as the pound (or so) I get at Costco.  I was SHOCKED at the price difference.

[drloretta]

Toilet paper
Flavored water
Juice
Printer ink
Books
Contact lens solution
Saline
Shampoo /conditioner
Wine and beer
Flowers

[mich1]

Gas (about 0.30/gallon less than the local stations)
Butter
Eggs
Half and Half
Olive Oil
Coffee
Contact lens solutions
Cetaphil
Cheese
Lamb
Canned tomatoes/beans/stock
Cereal
Garbage bags
Paper towels
zip lock bags
Laundry detergent
Kitty litter
Dishwashing detergent
Dog treats
Prescriptions
Glasses
Fruits and veggies, depending upon what looks good

[gardengal]

Nuts
Vanilla beans when they have them
Spices
Better than bouillon
Franks red hot
Grey poupon
Bagels
Bread (we freeze)
Coffee (Kirkland)
Barilla pasta
Quinoa
Cheese
Veg (broc, kale salad mix, mushrooms, peppers)
Fruit (depends on season)
Dried fruit (live the cherries!)