What special foods are popular at Taiwan’s Costco food court? Americans love them.

Costco, the warehouse-style chain store known as “好市多” in Taiwan, has gained popularity among consumers for its affordable and delicious food offerings in the food court. Each Costco’s food court in different countries tailors its menu to local tastes, and the unique delicacies available at the Taiwan location have caught the attention of American consumers, making their mouths water with envy.

Spanning across four continents, Costco operates over 200 stores in 14 countries outside the United States. Each country or region where Costco is located features its own selection of products. Despite Taiwan’s relatively small size, the island is home to 14 Costco warehouses, with one of them ranking among the top ten busiest Costco locations globally.

The food court at Taiwan’s Costco has impressed not just locals but also foreigners, including Americans, with its array of delicious and unique offerings. From beloved favorites like mango shaved ice, seafood pizza, and clam chowder to recent highlights like chili cheese potato and crispy chicken buckets that have garnered attention on Reddit, the selection is diverse and appealing.

While french fries are a classic American treat, the Taiwan Costco offers a twist with its chili cheese potato, priced at a mere NT$99 (around $3 USD), a likely hit among American consumers. One online user expressed excitement saying, “I want to try the chicken and chili cheese fries.”

Another popular item among Americans is the crispy chicken bucket, featuring six pieces of fried chicken including drumsticks and thighs. Described as leaving a pleasantly spicy aftertaste by the food information site “Tasting Table,” fans of crispy skin will surely appreciate the golden exterior, juicy meat, and flavorful seasoning. Despite being fried, the chicken is coated in a thin layer of breadcrumbs, quite unlike the thicker coating found in American fried chicken.

Served in white buckets adorned with the iconic Kirkland brand logo, this dish is priced at just $9 or NT$289. While not all Costco locations offer the chicken in bucket form, there are options for purchasing it in bulk packaging as well.

American interest in Costco’s Taiwanese fried chicken has sparked discussions on Reddit, with users expressing their desire to sample it or even suggesting its introduction to Costco locations in the United States. Known for their love of fried chicken, the U.S. boasts about 20 must-visit fried chicken restaurants in Tennessee alone, underscoring the potential market demand for such offerings.

Furthermore, Reddit users have commented on the Taiwan food court menu, speculating that the items could find a receptive audience among the general American population, speaking to the universal appeal of the dishes featured.

In addition to the aforementioned specialties, Taiwan’s Costco food court also features dishes like cod fish tartare sandwich, beef wrap, Caesar chicken salad, not to mention Costco’s signature hot dog combo and pizza.

In Canada, while the menu shares many similarities with the American counterpart, a combo meal of chicken strips and fries recently caught attention for being comparable in price and value to the $1.50 hot dog combo. This discovery generated excitement among Costco fans when a member shared the updated Canadian food court menu on Reddit in May.

Food courts in other countries also boast their own distinctive offerings, such as Korea’s teriyaki chicken and nasi goreng, Spain’s bocadillo with Brie cheese and baguette with cured ham, and Mexico’s pineapple and pork pizza. Each Costco location adds a local touch to its menu, reflecting the diverse culinary preferences across the globe.