Costco's food court is known for its quality food at amazing prices. The $1.50 hot dog and drink combo has been protected by Costco's founder, Jim Senegal, who reportedly told current CEO W. Craig Jelinek he'd kill him if he raised the price.
Growing up, Costco's food courts could feed our entire family for less than $10, or a little more if we also wanted frozen yogurt. Since then, the price of the pizza at my local Costco still hasn't changed.
During my most recent Costco trip with my boyfriend, we paid a little under $8 for two slices of pizza and a hot-dog combo.
Recently, my local BJ's closed its cafe so getting the food I used to order there isn't even an option. My Sam's Club still has a food court but, for me, Costco specifically brings back the nostalgia of getting a slice of pizza the size of your face for a low cost.
Generally speaking, the prices at the food court at my local Costco are also more affordable than at Sam's Club.