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Costco Is Getting Rid Of Their Iconic Polish Hot Dogs And Customers Are Pissed

Today is a dark day for Costco customers. According to a July 5th SeattleTimes.com writeup, Costco’s Polish hot dog is being escorted off the food court menu. But fans of the Polish hot dog are not ready to say do widzenia (that’s Polish for “goodbye”) to their beloved tubular delicacy without causing a stink first.

Costco’s chief financial officer, Richard Galanti, confirmed to SeattleTimes.com that the Polish hot dog is on its way out of the food court, but will still be sold in bulk within the store. Although the traditional hot dog and soda combo for $1.50 is not going anywhere, Costco is planning to introduce healthier menu options as well as vegetarian- and vegan-friendly meals. That means some longstanding menu items, like the Polish dog, are getting the shaft.

Chief executive Craig Jelinek reportedly announced at a January shareholders meeting that açai fruit bowls, organic burgers, and a plant-based protein salad are probable replacements for the Polish hot dog and the “Very Berry Sundae” in some locations.

“This new plant-based protein salad, I know that excites you,” Jelinek said at the meeting, according to SeattleTimes.com. “But it is healthy. And, uh, actually, it tastes pretty good, if you like those kind of things. I tried it once.”

Obviously, Polish dog-lovers aren’t going down without a fight.

And others have entered into mourning.

The new Costco food court changes are reportedly in response to numerous comments left in store drop boxes. Customers have been asking for healthier menu items and Costco wants to deliver.

Sure, the $1.50 hot dog and soda combo is great. But nothing — and we mean nothing — can replace our Polish hot dog. Don’t even try us, açai bowl.

Want to save big and buy in bulk — but don’t have the extra space in your apartment? Buy in bulk and split the cost with friends. That way you can save cash and space. Plus, shopping with friends is the best.

Samantha Wachs

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