Costco implements membership changes and food court updates in February 2025

Costco has made significant changes in February 2025, including a price increase for memberships and requiring members to scan their cards at store entrances. Access to food courts is now limited to members only. The food court has also seen changes, with the return of Coca-Cola products in combo meals for $1.50. Additionally, the chain has switched its strawberry ice cream flavor to chocolate, which has received mixed reactions from customers. Other updates include the removal of public coffee grinders due to maintenance issues and a reduction in book offerings. Books will now only be available during the holiday season, which has sparked some controversy among customers.