Costco Food Court Menu for Fall: every new item you can get during this season
Costco is bringing autumn flavours to its food court with a new Vanilla Apple Pie Sundae, while the much-loved churro is also back for a limited time
C ostco shoppers looking for a seasonal treat have a new reason to visit the food court this fall. The warehouse retailer has introduced a Vanilla Apple Pie Sundae , combining classic autumn flavours with its familiar vanilla soft-serve ice cream.
The new dessert is priced at $2.99 and has started appearing at food courts across the United States. It arrives as Costco refreshes its rotating selection of specialty sundaes, replacing the summer's Strawberry Shortcake Sundae with a dessert inspired by one of fall's most recognisable flavours.
Availability may vary between warehouses, and the retailer has not announced a definitive end date for the limited-time offering.
The launch is particularly appealing to shoppers who enjoy apple pie served with ice cream. Rather than ordering a traditional slice of pie alongside a separate dessert, customers can get the combination in a single cup while making their usual Costco shopping trip.
Another familiar food court favourite has also returned: the churro. Together, the two additions give customers a couple of sweet options to look out for as temperatures fall and seasonal menus begin to change.
Every new Costco food court item to try this fall
1. Vanilla Apple Pie Sundae — $2.99
The headline addition is the Vanilla Apple Pie Sundae , a dessert built around three main components: vanilla soft serve, apple pie filling and pieces of pie crust.
The ice cream provides a creamy base, while the apple topping brings the sweet, fruity flavour associated with homemade apple pie. Pie crust pieces add a contrasting texture, giving the dessert a little crunch alongside the soft ice cream and filling.
The combination takes inspiration from apple pie à la mode, the classic pairing of pie and ice cream. Costco's version is served in a cup, making it a convenient option for customers who want something sweet after a hot dog, pizza slice or other food court meal.
Early reactions from shoppers and food reviewers have been enthusiastic, particularly about the amount of apple topping in each serving. Some have compared it favourably with other seasonal sundaes, although taste preferences will naturally differ.
The $2.99 price keeps it within the food court's relatively inexpensive dessert range. However, anyone planning a visit specifically to try the sundae should check their local warehouse, since reports indicate that availability is still rolling out and may not be uniform.
2. The returning churro — approximately $1.50
Costco has also brought back its churro after removing the snack from its regular food court menu in 2024.
The return was announced by chief financial officer Gary Millerchip during the company's September earnings call, with the treat set to return to US locations for a limited period beginning in October.
The long, twisted pastry is coated in cinnamon sugar and offers a familiar alternative to the new apple dessert. Its return has attracted attention from customers who missed it after the food court replaced it with a warm chocolate chunk cookie.
The churro's texture has divided some fans, with reviews varying between those who enjoy its softer, doughier consistency and those who prefer a crunchier pastry. Nevertheless, its comeback gives shoppers another seasonal sweet option alongside the sundae.
What about Costco's regular food court menu?
The new seasonal treats join a menu that still includes established favourites such as the $1.50 hot dog and soda combination, pizza and other familiar food court options.
These core items remain distinct from the specialty desserts, which Costco periodically changes to introduce new flavours and encourage repeat visits.
The seasonal sundae rotation has previously included options such as Strawberry Shortcake, Double Chocolate Mint, Caramel Churro and Vanilla Cookie Crunch. The arrival of the apple pie version continues that approach, with a flavour designed to fit the autumn season rather than a permanent menu overhaul.
For customers, the biggest question is how long the Vanilla Apple Pie Sundae will remain available. Costco has not confirmed a final date for its departure, so shoppers should treat it as a limited-time item rather than assume it will be there throughout fall.
The same advice applies to the returning churro. Seasonal availability can vary, and individual warehouse menus may differ.
For now, the apple pie sundae is the standout new addition, offering an easy way to enjoy familiar autumn flavours without buying a whole pie. The churro's return adds a nostalgic alternative for customers who prefer cinnamon sugar to fruit toppings.
Anyone hoping to try both should check the menu at their local Costco before making a special trip. With the sundae priced at $2.99 and the churro around $1.50, the two treats offer affordable ways to sample the food court's latest seasonal changes.
