Costco is expanding its popular food court lineup with a new $6.99 chicken strip meal, giving shoppers another low-cost option after filling their carts with bulk household staples and snacks. The addition fits the warehouse chain’s long-running reputation for simple, affordable food court items that often generate outsized attention from members.
The new chicken strips have already sparked debate among shoppers, with reactions centered on taste, breading and overall value. Some of the discussion appears to focus on whether the item lives up to the strong following that food court favorites tend to build, especially at a price point that invites comparison with Costco’s other budget-friendly offerings.
The response highlights how closely customers watch any change to the Costco food court menu. Even a single new item can quickly become a talking point when members weigh flavor, portion size and how it stacks up against the chain’s established bargains.
For Costco, the rollout shows that its food court remains more than a convenience stop at the end of a shopping trip. It is also a closely followed part of the retailer’s brand, where affordability matters, but so does delivering a product that shoppers feel is worth the money.
