Costco Catering: What Are Your Catering Options? (with Pricing)
If you’re a Costco member and planning to host a large event and need to feed lots of people, consider using Costco catering. Their prices are pretty darn reasonable and the trays they put together are great for feeding a diverse group of appetites. Here’s everything you need to know.
Costco Doesn’t Cater Events In-Person
Costco does provide catering; however, you’re expected to pickup the food to bring to your event.
They also don’t deliver any catering items, you’re responsible for pickup and delivery.
Also, you’ll need your membership card and you’ll also need to provide your membership number when filling out the order form.
PRO TIP: LOOK FOR NO-SHOW SPECIAL ORDERS
When I’m at Costco I often see a platter of sandwiches or shrimp for sale that somebody ordered but never picked up.
These get placed for sale in the deli section at Costco and are often marked at $10 below the retail price.
If you’re not super picky, and just need a lot of good food fast, keep an eye out for these unwanted platters and save a little money.
Your Catering Options at Costco
Costco offers a wide range of catering options from party trays and platters to their sushi platter.
Here’s a list of Costco’s current catering options:
– Costco Sandwich Platter
– Costco Croissant Sandwich Platter
– Prawn (Shrimp) Platter
– Sushi Platter
– Buffalo Wings Platter
– Costco Vegetable tray
– Assorted Hye Roller Platter
– Turkey & Swiss Roller Wraps
– Decorated Sponge Cake
– Costco Fruit Platter
See Also: Costco Food Court Menu: Here’s Everything On It w/ Prices
Party Platter Prices and Sizing
Costco coffers a variety of party platters.
Below are the different party platters Costco offers and their prices:
– Artisan Bread Sandwich Platter (serves about 16-20 people): Priced at $47.99
– Chicken & Swiss Rollers (serves about 20-24 people): Priced at $39.99
– Shrimp Platter (serves about 20-24 people): Priced at $39.99
– Fruit, Meat & Cheese Platter (serves about 18-24 people): Priced at $39.99
If you break down the Costco party platter prices by person, you’re spending between $1-$3 per person to feed your group.
From this Reddit forum, the “feeds 16-20 people” is only if folks take half a sandwich, so be sure to have plenty of side dishes.
Here’s Where You Go In Costco To Submit Your Order
Near the deli department OR bakery section there will be a small kiosk to place your catering order.
You’ll first have to fill out your catering order form in-person (forms provided at the kiosk).
You CANNOT fill out your Costco catering order online.
You must go in-person and have a Costco membership to successfully submit a catering order.
On the catering order form you’ll have to fill out the following information:
– What catering options you’d like to order.
– How much of each option you’d like.
– The date you’ll need your order.
– Your contact information along with your Costco membership number.
Once you’ve completed the catering order form, you then slide the form in the slot at the kiosk.
See Also: 5 Smart Savings Hacks for Buying Costco Meats
Costco Requires 24 Hours Advanced Notice
You’ll need to give Costco at least 1 day’s notice or longer to be able to fulfill your catering order.
On the catering order form that you have to fill out, you’ll have to provide the date you need your order.
With that said, Costco seems very accommodating. From this Reddit forum, you can place an order as late as 8:20 pm and have it ready the following day at opening.
See Also: 7 Costco Bakery Hacks That Will Blow Your Mind
Some Affordable Add-on Options for Events
There are some add-on Costco food items you can get when you pick up your catering order.
Below are some of my favorite Costco add-on food items you should consider:
– Rotisserie Chicken – Buy some bags of the hand pulled breast meat and use it for tacos, fajitas, or sandwiches.
– Street Taco Kits – Easily build a nice little taco bar for a reasonable price.
– Caesar Salad – It’s big and is a great filler.
– Chicken Salad – Great side dish that is really filling.
– Mac and Cheese – Oh my gosh, it’s SO good and makes for a great side.
– Ribs – Haven’t tried the pre-cooked ribs at Costco, have you?
– Spinach Salad – Haven’t tried this one yet.
Ask the Reader: Have you ever you used Costco when catering a large event or party? How did the process go and how did the food taste?
By Kyle James