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Not my pic, but apparantly this was taken last week at the Seattle Costco. Oh my.
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Meydey posted:Not my pic, but apparantly this was taken last week at the Seattle Costco. Oh my. That's a Kings Hawaiian bun btw Guessing they are using the 1/3lb Sirloin burgers also. http://www.costcobusinessdelivery.com/Kirkland-Signature-13-lb-Ground-Sirloin-Hamburger-Patties%2C-18-ct.product.10182017.html Those come in at 330 calories.
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May 2, 2017 17:54
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Teikanmi posted:so 150 calories for the Kings Hawaiian bun and 300-ish for the patty once a lot of the the fat has cooked off I could see 1100 calories if that had a side of fries. The burger should be about about 600-750 or so. I may have to make a phone call to get to the bottom of this.
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May 2, 2017 18:10
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Relevant Tangent posted:Executive memberships are for people who are poo poo at math, sorry friend. Just get the credit card, it's a far superior option. Hmm: Business membership - $60 (new price) - No cash back Executive Membership - $120 (new price) - 2% cash back Spend $3000 / year at Costco * 2% = $60 $3000 / 52 weeks in a year = $57.70 per week to spend to get to $60 back. After that, all cash back is profit towards totally free membership. Hit $6000 for the year (Not hard to do if you buy a few major purchases), then free membership. Plus the other perks of Executive. Of course being a lonely goon that's a lot of Doritos and Coke.
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May 2, 2017 21:41
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C. Everett Koop posted:You still need to use your regular card at the pumps though, right? I've get 90% of my gas through Costco so I've been carrying both cards around. Nope, the Costco Visa works as a membership card at the pumps too. Just one swipe covers the membership and credit part. Just tap on Use Costco Visa for your purchase.
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May 2, 2017 22:39
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There are quite a few business delivery centers in the US, but I think they are new to CA. Seems like 40-50 but not sure. Southcenter, WA (#06) is the biggest store, floorspace wise, in the company, so they carry normal whse stuff, and about 1/2 the items from a bd
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May 3, 2017 17:54
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Costco essentially provides consistent pricing on bulk sized quantities of product. Some are higher than a general grocery store, and some come in lower. Where Costco shines is the fact that 99% of the items are a known quality, with less mystery brands (store/cheap). Kirkland Signature is considered one of the highest quality store brands, and multiple products have been verified to have been produced by known brand names. Add in the unconditional 100% return policy (minus electronics, but at at 90 days is still better than most retail) and the value is there. Yes you drop $200-400 each trip easily, but at least the stuff you get is quality. Plus a dog on the way out.
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May 3, 2017 22:55
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C. Everett Koop posted:I'd go to Costco but my freezer is full Skip the frozen aisle. Plenty of dry goods, clothes, seasonal, cleaning supplies, etc as long as you have closet/garage/living room space to store it
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May 4, 2017 18:25
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Sucks because I can't justify the trip just for a $1.50 1/4lb all beef hot dog and a 20oz drink, even with that great savings.
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Dr. Tim Whatley posted:This fresh kirkland sausage lasagna on deck for a first try tonight! Insanely excited to pray at the altar on the daily. Had that last week. drat good for frozen.
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May 4, 2017 18:56
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RocktheCaulk posted:Hi I was told to report to this thread because I'm about to start a job with benefits (but not at Costco). Can someone point me to the correct aisle? Always walk all aisles. Not only do they like to move stuff around, you will probably see something new each time. Also look for starred (*) and .97 items, those are clearance. Keep an eye out for out of the place sample ladies also, they like to hide.
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May 4, 2017 20:25
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succ posted:idk why all this talk on hot dogs. you can get a $10 cheese pizza that is better than any pizza chain out there. Another Pro-tip: they will make a Pep/Sausage combo if you ask nice
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May 4, 2017 22:01
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No single slices though, only full pie
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May 4, 2017 23:18
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ColoradoCleric posted:Is it worth getting either of costco's DSLR cameras like the nikon or cannon for the price? There's similar bundles on amazon with more accessories for not too much more. Eh, longer initial return period, and you get it in your grubby hands immediately. Use the Costco visa and I think an extra year is tacked onto any warranties.
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May 5, 2017 01:51
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No Butt Stuff posted:Guys, seriously, is no one upset about the Ling Ling Potsticker fiasco? Looks like they are still available from Business Delivery http://www.costcobusinessdelivery.c...emoteHost=app04 Of course the image link is broke, but if you knew the ecomm team...
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May 5, 2017 16:14
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No Butt Stuff posted:Unavailable in my area. Call the membership hotline. Number is on the back of your membership card. They can contact the buyer for your region and see if it is on re-order or anything. I used to be able to do an inventory search but lost access.
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May 5, 2017 16:55
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There's a tree in my cart today. Managed to get this into the front seat of my Altima with no damage to either.
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May 6, 2017 21:26
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Squashy Nipples posted:Ikea has great food, it's just not a bargain like CostCo. CostCo does offer superior mustard, though. Costco Hearing aids are a real problem for the hearing industry because all of the local providers mark up the poo poo out of them. The basic Kirklands come in at $2100 I think, and are the same ones that private places sell for $4k. Batteries are about 1/4 of the price also. I have a pair that I wear for meetings and stuff. Only had to pay $50 out of pocket with insurance.
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May 7, 2017 17:28
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Big Grunty Secret posted:At the 'Stco now, debating whether to get Kirkland brand toilet paper or Scott brand toilet paper. FYI It's all Kimberley-Clark
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May 7, 2017 20:41
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Wonder what his SA forum name is.
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May 8, 2017 17:33
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anonumos posted:Has anyone used the Costco Autos program? I'm in the market for a used Honda Odyssey and wonder if it would be a good deal to go through Costco. Never used it myself, but many co-workers have. Nothing but good stories.
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May 8, 2017 20:33
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Cyborganizer posted:My local Costco was robbed at closing time just the other day. Three suspects came in with ski masks to do a smash and grab on the glass jewelry display. The noble Costco employees responded by tackling one of the suspects and detaining him until police came. Would a Sam's Club employee do the same? Joke is on them. Most of the diamonds in the display cases are fake.
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May 10, 2017 21:58
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Pennywise the Frown posted:You in Kirkland? Was that the first one? First one is Seattle. Kirkland is store #08. Biggest is Tukwila #06. I think Portland is #02
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May 11, 2017 02:13
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Pennywise the Frown posted:Awwww. I thought I previously lived at the Mecca. Technically the old Price Club stores in socal were earlier, but the were renumbered to 400 and up after the merge with Costco
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May 11, 2017 03:08
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TBeats posted:I am not hip to Costco and went with someone else who is a member and I had to go back home and get my Visa Why didn't you just use your Mastercard in the ATM that is by the door in most Costcos. Pretty sure cash would've worked at the register. Or, like, take the more accepted card with you.
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May 26, 2017 18:33
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because who tf doesn't take MasterCard are you serious
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Call me a heathen but if I was in the UK, I would skip the dog and do the cottage pie and jacket potato w/chili. Note: Going to BC next month, will get Costco poutine. Will be in the UK in Sept, gimme that cottage pie!
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Jun 7, 2017 21:28
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natsea posted:Are there any good books about Costco or the founders? Just finishing up reading the everything store and am itching for another book. https://www.amazon.com/Price-Retail-Revolutionary-Social-Innovator/dp/0988680602 Sol Price was Jim Sinegals' mentor at Fed Mart/Price Club. Jim also did the forward. Very good read on the the history and philosophy of warehouse club stores.
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Jun 12, 2017 17:53
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Magikarpal Tunnel posted:not if you're loving an employee or family member of one  
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Jun 13, 2017 01:13
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ElGroucho posted:Weren't you the guy who had tears well up in his eyes because some one made fun of your condiment choices I am taking a cruise out of England in September thru Costco Travel. Called and lowered the price 3 times due to price matching before making the final payment a few weeks ago. Price matched to the NCL website price, but then Costco offers a roughly 10% cashcard on top to sweeten the deal.
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Jun 13, 2017 15:11
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binge crotching posted:The problem I had with trying to use the Costco vacation packages is that it only lets you price a couple of destinations online, for anything else you need to call them. I'm far too lazy to call and speak to someone, I'd rather do my trip planning online. Trust me...call them. I am an online planner also and when I called with questions about cruises, they offered options and stuff that I never even considered.
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Jun 13, 2017 22:23
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Big Grunty Secret posted:Does anyone else think Costco should modify the carts to have a dog/pizza holder so you can chew while you cruise? Can't imagine how nasty that would be after a full day of people using it. People, even Costco folks, are slobs.
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Jun 13, 2017 22:24
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Chinatown posted:blessed are the dog sellers I work with a guy who started at the Southcenter Costco Hot Dog Cart in 1991. I believe it was called Cafe 150. And yes, it was just a cart. Pretty sure I bought a dog from him in 1992 when I first joined under my father-in-laws tax service.
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Jun 15, 2017 22:01
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OXBALLS DOT COM posted:Cafe 150 is a good nickname for the costco food court Originally everything was going to be $1.50
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Jun 16, 2017 16:12
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Im Ready for DEATH posted:Although we all worship at the altar of the 'Co, you should really buy your eyeglasses online (unless you have busted up eyes). If you're just regular nearsighted you can save a ton of money, and that's the name of the game. Bought glasses last week at Costco. Frame, Progressive Bi-focal (I'm an old), anti-glare coating, and the costco warranty - $169.99 I'm an employee so I have to go there, but I have priced it out and those would be $300-400 anywhere else. I will not buy glasses online unless I have used a certain frame before, and do not want to deal with returns or anything. Get a scratch a month later, return to Costco and get new lenses, no questions asked. My wife gets contacts, and after rebates that are Costco only, they usually are 1/2 to 2/3 the price anywhere else. If you ever need hearing aids, go to Costco also. Easily half the price of independents for the same brand/model. Batteries are super cheap also.
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Jun 22, 2017 15:45
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Heffer posted:I got Lasik a couple years ago, so I haven't had need of it lately: I would love to get Lasik, but I have a giant melon head and very little hair. I need the glasses to break up the ugly into easier to digest pieces. If y'all haven't tried the $12.99 shorts on sale with the stretchy wastebands yet, they are the most comfortable shorts ever, and have decent length. I bought 4 pair, and am tempted to get backups.
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Jun 22, 2017 21:32
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binge crotching posted:Anyone tried these? Just picked them up last night, hoping they grill up nicely. Grilled those last weekend after boiling in some Rainier beer that was in my fridge. Very good and got rid of some lovely beer to boot.
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Jun 23, 2017 19:05
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OXBALLS DOT COM posted:Costco rotates their stock pretty regularly. Many a time have I been upset that they stopped carrying something only to see it again several months later. They probably also want to encourage people not to wait by making availability unpredictable. There is a term for it: Treasure Hunt. They move stuff around so you have to find it, and maybe see something else you want. Store stock is also dictated by purchasing costs. If the product price goes up, then they will drop it until the price goes back down. Ask Coke about that one.
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Jun 24, 2017 05:06
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Tell them you are going to the Pharmacy. No card required there
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Jun 26, 2017 00:45
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Roast if you can. If you must nuke, then get one of these: https://www.amazon.com/Pampered-Chef-Large-Cooker-Microwave/dp/B000WIQHPM I take mine to work and steam fresh broccoli, normandy mix, etc. Works great.
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Jun 28, 2017 15:14
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13 Costcos (including 2 Business Delivery) within 40 miles of my house
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Chinatown posted:Wonder how many Kirkland dogs are gonna get devoured tomorrow... Costco just opened its first store in France. https://www.esmmagazine.com/first-costco-france-opens/45174 Also have stores in Spain and England.
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