There’s so much to enjoy when shopping at a warehouse club.

And who could forget about thebeloved food courts?

In the mood for something sweet?

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Both warehouse clubs have somemouthwatering ice cream options.

Opt for a slice of pizza or a hot dog.

Wondering which one is better?

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That’s for you to decide.

But to help you crown your personal winner, we rounded up five key differences to keep in mind.

You’ll also be able to score some menu items that are specific to each warehouse club.

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There’s also thenew Chicken & Bacon Sandwichand Rotisserie Chicken Caesar Salad.

And who could forget about theDouble Chocolate Chunk Cookie?

For the pizza fans, Costco offers just two optionscheese and pepperoni (RIP, combo pizza).

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Other Sam’s Club-specific menu items include the soft pretzels, which are available with salt or cinnamon sugar.

Meanwhile, this combo is a bit cheaper at Sam’s Club.

The hot dogs aren’t the only food court items that differ in price.

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Take the ice cream sundaes, for example.

They also each offer their own digital options.

you might then pick up your order from the Scan & Go pickup area.

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Membership requirements

Costco startedcracking down on non-members at its food courtthis year.

it’s possible for you to join today.

hey see our membership counter for details.

“We were getting member complaints.”

Historically, it appears as though enforcement of the membership policy has varied across Costco locations.