Costco Confirms Return of Twisted Churro to U.S. Food Courts
Costco has confirmed that its Twisted Churro will return to U.S. food courts after being discontinued in 2023. The announcement follows a teaser that sparked speculation among fans, with employees on Reddit revealing the answer. The churro will appear at locations over the coming weeks.
The Instagram teaser generated more than 13,000 comments, with fans speculating about several discontinued items beyond the churro, including the Combo Pizza, Chocolate Dipped Ice Cream Bar, Polish Dog, and BBQ Beef Brisket Sandwich. The retailer's cryptic "To be continued..." left the mystery unresolved until Reddit users claiming to be Costco employees confirmed the answer.
The Twisted Churro was removed from U.S. food courts in late 2023, while the Combo Pizza had already vanished in early 2020. Costco's official confirmation indicates the churro will roll out gradually, with individual locations setting their own launch dates over the coming weeks, so availability may vary by store.
The churro's return could reinforce Costco's food court as a key membership perk, drawing shoppers who value affordable, nostalgic treats. Fans who campaigned for the item may feel their voices were heard, potentially strengthening brand loyalty. However, the decision to revive the churro while leaving other discontinued favorites like the Combo Pizza unavailable could also shape expectations, signaling which items members might realistically see return in the future.