11 Under-the-Radar Costco Finds, According to Shoppers

If you’re one of the millions of Americans who shop at Costco, it doesn’t take long to sniff out the warehouse’s best sellers. Costco is a treasure trove with thousands of products to choose from, including new items that come in frequently. From the frozen berries and food court hot dogs to the pantry staples and home goods, many of Costco’s tried-and-true products are popular and for good reason. But what about the products that aren’t talked about enough but are just as good? You know—the ones you’re loyal to but don’t receive the same level of attention as the $4.99 rotisserie chicken. We did some digging to unearth Costco’s hidden gems, and by that, we mean we perused the Costco subreddit for shoppers’ best kept secrets. Here’s what we found.

Red’s Carne Asada Breakfast Burrito

Costco’s freezer section is solid. It’s so good, in fact, that you’re going to want to invest in an upright freezer to fit all your finds. One product worth making room for is the Red’s frozen burritos. Redditors recommend the carne asada breakfast burrito, but you really can’t go wrong with any of the flavors. “I like it more than some burritos I had here in SoCal,” one person said. These burritos typically ring up at under $2 a pop, so even if you double up, a $4 meal isn’t bad, another shopper noted.

Vita Coco Strawberries and Cream

If you love a certain pink drink, this hidden gem is for you. These coconut beverages “literally taste like a bottled version of Starbucks’ Pink Drink but somehow better,” one happy customer shared on Reddit. They do contain some added sugar, but for an occasional refreshment, it’s a tasty way to hydrate and likely a lot cheaper than going to your local Starbucks. 

Hand Crafted All Occasion Greeting Cards

One Redditor sought out Costco’s 40-pack of greeting cards after others had raved about them online—and came back to confirm they’re worth the hype. While this may not sound like an exciting find, these aren’t your typical value cards. “Incredible quality with each card looking like a Papyrus card,” one shopper said. Compared to $5 and up grocery store greeting cards, these come out to under $0.70 a piece. The variety’s good too. Many of the cards are for birthdays, but some are blank so you can write your own message.

Kirkland Signature Carrot Bar Cake

Everyone knows Costco cakes are incredible in both taste and value, but there’s more to the bakery than that. One Redditor drew some much-deserved attention to the carrot bar cake, noting that the cream cheese frosting is tangy and the cake itself is moist. “I wish they could cut these up and serve them in the food court,” another shopper chimed in. Others weren’t crazy about the raisins, but if you like the added chewiness, give this dessert a try. 

Almond Poppy Muffins

Costco’s bakery is a popular part of the store. Many of the baked goods are baked in house, so not only are you getting a great deal, the food is fresh too. These Almond Poppy Muffins are part of Costco’s buy-two deals—you can usually get two packages of six muffins for under $10. They don’t always have this flavor, so if you see it, you should act fast, Redditors say. Some even commented that the almond poppy flavor is their favorite.

Béquet Caramel Cups

Packaged snacks and desserts sell like hot cakes at Costco. There’s a lot to choose from, but Redditors rave about these caramel-filled chocolates. “I ate the entire bag on the way home from Costco,” one person said. Another shopper described them as “dangerously delicious,” adding that they too ate the entire bag in one sitting. Sometimes you just can’t help yourself, and apparently self-constraint goes out the window with these.

Kirkland Signature Organic Dried Pineapple Tidbits

Costco snacks can be quite indulgent, but the warehouse chain has healthy options too, such as this dried pineapple. You may have already tried the dried mango—another popular product—but Redditors have discovered the dried pineapple is equally (if not more) amazing. “RUN don’t walk,” one poster said, adding a bag of these “may cause addiction.” So, what’s the hype about? Shoppers say the pineapple pieces have a great taste and gummy texture without any added sugar or weird ingredients. Plus, they’re organic.

Brown Butter Sugar Cookies

“If you see these, do not hesitate,” pleaded one Redditor about these sugar cookies. They’re not just sugar cookies—they’re made with brown butter, which has an elevated flavor compared to regular butter. The texture is heavenly too, the poster said: “Soft, chewy, and they even have the little crystals of sugar on top that add the sugary crunch.” Each package contains 21 cookies for under $8, making them the perfect affordable find for parties and classrooms.

Monte Pollino Frozen Napoletana Pizza

Costco sells a lot of pizza—both in the food court and in the freezer section. If you haven’t seen these frozen pizzas made by Monte Pollino, this is your sign to keep an eye out for them on your next visit. “This tasted just as it appeared,” one Redditor posted. We’ve all been fooled by misleading product photos, but that’s not the case with this authentic Italian pizza. What you see on the cover is what you get, noted another pleased customer.

Rojo’s Street Corn Dip

Is a Costco membership actually worth it? According to one Redditor, this one product is the sole reason they joined. “I solely bought a Costco card after having this dip one weekend a few years ago,” the commenter said of this street corn dip. It’s made with corn, green chiles, and multiple types of cheese. There’s just one problem with it, shoppers say—it’s tempting to eat the whole tub in one sitting. Enjoy this dip with tortilla chips, corn chips, pita chips, or crackers.

Flowers

You can order professional floral arrangements for just about every holiday, including Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day, from Costco. But on a regular Tuesday? Costco also sells bouquets of fresh flowers, and according to shoppers on Reddit, they’re “seriously insane” (in a good way). Depending on where you get them, a dozen roses can cost you $20–$50 or higher. One commenter mentioned purchasing two dozen roses from Costco for $20, adding that the flowers looked and smelled beautiful.