Costco

We do Costco for meat, mostly. They have a very good meat department. Works best with a chest freezer though. XD

We go about every other month. I also get my G2 there since they have large packs and I drink a lot of it, but there's lots of other things there. Even with just the two of us, it's been worth the cost of the membership. We don't get much perishable foods there since we won't go through it quickly enough, but packaged goods and things that can go in the freezer are really handy for us to stock up on.

And I'm going Saturday to see what eyeglasses would cost there for me. ^^

For our family of 5 (including our house bunny). We go about three times a month. These items always seem to be a better deal and better quality.

- 6 pack of romaine (our bunny goes through probably 3 packs of these every week)
- kale medley (for us and bunny)
- spinach (mostly for us and a treat for bunny)
- skim milk
- 18 pack of eggs (only .98)
- grape tomatoes
- blocks of sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 pack of mexican shredded cheese
- goat cheese
- potatoes
- strawberries
- babybell cheese
- laughing cow cheese wedges (so cheap for a 3 pack)
- coffee
- frozen veggies
- Parmesan cheese
- chicken tenderlions
- chicken breast
- whole pork tenderlion
- pam cooking spray
- seasonings (garlic powder, cajun seasoning, etc)
- brussel sprouts
- fruit that is in season (blueberries, peaches, etc)

household items
- laundry detergent
- batteries

I always look forward to our trips to Sam's. We always hope they have lots of samples that day too!

MelaniaTrump wrote: »

If you live by yourself not worthwhile.
You can find similar healthy at grocery stores. You just have to look.
Or find a whole foods in your area.

This isn't actually true. It's not even about the food for me. My Costco has an optical department and I started going to the optometrist there and buying my glasses and my son's and husband's contacts there a few years ago. The year before I had spent over $200 on a pair of glasses with my insurance at my old optometrist. With my insurance at Costco, a nearly identical pair the following year cost $75. That alone more than paid for our membership fee for the year.

Costco and Sam's Club are both so much cheaper than regular stores for things like:

batteries
laundry detergent and fabric softener
toilet paper
paper towels
dog food (especially the Kirkland grain free varieties)
vitamins and medications like ibuprofen and allergy pills
toothpaste
shampoo
bath soap
towels and sheets
windshield wiper blades

Many of them have their own pharmacy and their prices are very good.

Yes, they have some great deals on food but they've gone to a lot of organic stuff which has pushed the prices higher on a lot of them. Since I'm not one who believes that organic = better I will buy those things at the local grocery instead. That said, I still purchase some things that don't spoil like:

frozen vegetables
canned vegetables
rice
frozen fish (can't get fresh here in the desert often anyway)
frozen breaded chicken patties
pasta

Their price on rotisserie chickens and ready to bake pizzas can't be beat, either.

Costco sells higher quality cuts of beef at reasonable prices. I buy their ground beef and freeze it in 3/4 pound (there are three of us) and 1 pound portions in quart size freezer bags.

dubird wrote: »

And I'm going Saturday to see what eyeglasses would cost there for me. ^^

I went yesterday to price compare glasses. My optometrist - $1500. Vogue - $808 for 1 pair, $1,067 for 2 pairs. Costco - $399.97 tax included. Getting my glasses at Costco now tyvm. When my ILs die, I'm going to be screwed out of good deals.

Aquawave wrote: »

Hint: If a price ends in $.97 it is on clearance, usually a pretty good deal, and a chance to stock the freezer!

Also, if there is a "*" on the sign, it means it's an item they will no longer be carrying - you'll want to stock up if it's a favorite!

We get a lot there. Need to get some of the Kirkland coconut water soon!

The medicine savings alone (generic Zyrtec and lactase) probably pay for our membership alone. However, I only go when I need these things because Costcos in North Jersey are just a mad house and I can't. I don't mind going in Pennsylvania though when I visit; it's much less intense.

It's just two of us, so we have to be a little careful of the quantity/size things come in. But for things like toilet paper and dog food, it's great. Costco's Kirkland brand is usually very good quality, too. I buy and freeze what I can such as hamburger meat, or buy things like their frozen fish loins. We've bought a lot of clothing there over the years, as well as small appliances and housewares. Heck, we even just bought a grooming table for our dog from their online store. Oh, and tires, car batteries, and windshield wipers.

I live by myself and I am there once a week. I buy most of my fruit and meat there, vitamins, paper products, chia, flax, coconut oil, almonds. They have good deals on protein powders and protein bars, workout clothing, socks, sometimes athletic shoes. I also get my dogs treats, toys and beds there. If it's an appliance like a vacuum, coffee maker, etc., I always check there first as your membership is your warranty and you can't beat their gas prices.