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Costco Members Say This Chicken Pad Thai Is 'Awful': 'Had To Throw It Away'

March 14, 2024 by Faith Geiger
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Costco is home to a lot of fantastic foods that shoppers swear by for their great taste and prices. However, with so many items on shelves, they can’t all be destined for greatness. And as much as we love Costco, we have to admit that some of the foods at the warehouse are just plain bad. Luckily, Costco members frequently share reviews to warn other shoppers so that they can skip the worst items and save their money.

It seems that this is the case with the Snapdragon Chicken Pad Thai. When one user on the Costco Subreddit took to the website to express their disappointment in this food, many chimed in to agree. Find all of the details below.

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Costco Shoppers Call Chicken Pad Thai "Awful"

Who doesn't love some good old Thai food? Chicken pad Thai, in particularly, is one of the most popular Thai dishes out there. If you're a fan of Thai and a Costco shopper, you may be intrigued and delighted to find Snapdragon Chicken Pad Thai on shelves—but shoppers warn that this store-bought option simply can't compare to the real deal you'd find at your favorite restaurant. In fact, it may not compare to any pad Thai anywhere.

"Snap Dragon Pad Thai, don't do it," reads one Reddit post. "We live in the middle of nowhere with no Thai restaurants for 50 miles at least. I was craving Pad Thai and grabbed this at Costco. I knew it wouldn’t be amazing but it was really not good. Even if you are tempted, don’t do it."

And it seems like this user isn't the only person with this opinion. Many chimed in to echo the same sentiment.

"We had to throw it away. It was awful," says one comment. Another replied that it has a "strange rotten taste."

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Although not everyone feels as strongly, the general sentiment seems to be that most would not buy it again—and that it doesn't really taste much like pad Thai at all.

"It's not bad as long as you don't know it's supposed to be Pad Thai," one person joked, with someone agreeing: "I don't hate it. It's absolutely not pad thai in any way whatsoever, but whatever it is I don't hate it."

To each their own! But if you're looking for the Thai taste you know and love, you're probably better off going the homemade route or getting takeout. However, some commenters suggested giving the options at Whole Foods or Trader Joe's a shot.

What do you think? Is there a good store-bought pad Thai out there? Have you tried the Snapdragon Pad Thai yourself? And is it as bad as the reviews say? Let us know in the comments!

READ MORE: 9 Overpriced Items You Should Stop Buying ASAP At Costco (They’re Not A Good Deal!)

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Freelance Writer

Faith Geiger is a New York-based writer and editor. When she's not covering the latest in health and wellness for SheFinds, she spends her time watching reality TV with her roommates, browsing used bookstores, and enjoying live music. You can reach Faith at faithkgeiger@gmail.com.

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Drinking spearmint tea for health and wellness benefits.
Different types of bread arranged for display.
Fresh baked goods showcased at Costco's bakery.
Woman holding her head in distress or pain.
Woman experiencing joint pain while seated.
Shutterstock image for celebrity beauty and fashion.
Popular fast food options from Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, and Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to her aromatic coffee.
Wooden board featuring bagels, blueberries, and butter.
Comparing cooking spray and olive oil for cooking.
Traditional Brazilian dish with rice, beans, and chicken.
Person checking time on a watch during breakfast.
Display of deli meats and sandwich products at a grocery store.
Cooked salmon served with rice, avocado, and greens.
Inside view of a Costco store with products on shelves.
Woman taking magnesium supplements for health.
Selection of s'mores brownies and baked goods at Aldi.
Grilled chicken breast with fries, salad, and dipping sauces.
Frozen pizza available for purchase in a grocery store.
Fried fish served with fries on a plate.