Costco has implemented new restrictions on its popular $1.50 hotdog meal, now requiring customers to show their membership before purchase. This move, effective Monday, aims to tighten a loophole that previously allowed non-members to buy food at their outdoor food courts. The decision has sparked a mix of reactions among Costco fans, with some expressing frustration over the new store rules. Meanwhile, Sam's Club has made a strategic move designed to outperform Costco, though specific details of this move were not disclosed. Additionally, tweets hint at a broader narrative of consumer behavior at Costco, including spending habits and the paradox of buying in bulk but feeling like there's nothing to eat.