Costco adds bottled water option to $1.50 hot dog combo for first time in over 40 years
Costco has modified its legendary $1.50 hot dog combo for the first time since its introduction in the 1980s by offering bottled water as an alternative to fountain soda. The price remains unchanged at $1.50, honoring the founder's long-standing commitment. Current CEO Ron Vachris has reaffirmed the price will not increase.
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