There's a New Item on some Costco Food Court Menus
Hungry Costco shoppers will soon have a new menu item to choose from, but fans of the Combo Calzone may be less thrilled.
ground.newsHere’s the latest I can share based on recent coverage:
- Costco is testing and rolling out a replacement for the Calzone in its food courts, replacing it with Chicken Strips in multiple Midwest locations, including Chicago-area warehouses. This has been reported as part of a broader food-court update and rollout in 2026. [Sources note: Parade, Cookist, and Sporked coverage from May 2026 highlight Chicago tests and a likely nationwide expansion.]
- Chicago and surrounding markets have been the initial testing ground, with social chatter and local reports indicating the new Chicken Strips are being offered in place of the Calzone at several Costco locations in the Chicago region.
- Public reactions have been mixed, with long-time Calzone fans noting the change, while many members have welcomed the new item as a filling alternative. National rollout timelines have been speculated but not officially confirmed in a single authoritative statement.
What you can do next
- If you’re in Los Angeles and plan a Costco trip specifically for the Calzone or its replacement, call or check the Costco location’s menu board or app for the latest item availability at nearby Chicago references to gauge if a nationwide launch has occurred or is imminent. The status can vary by warehouse, especially during rollout phases.
Would you like me to search for the very latest confirmations from Costco corporate or specific Chicago-area warehouse menus to confirm current availability near you? I can pull the most recent updates and, if available, provide a quick price and serving size comparison between the Calzone (if still offered at any location) and the Chicken Strips.