Costco Fans are ‘Obsessed’ With This Greek Restaurant Staple originally appeared on Parade.
A trip to Costco can often turn into a treasure hunt, and for one Reddit user, the prize was a box of stuffed grape leaves that has since ignited a lovefest among the wholesale giant’s loyal shoppers. The verdict on the Mediterranean staple is in, with fans offering essential tips and tricks to help elevate the taste even further.
The conversation kicked off on the popular r/Costco subreddit, where the commenter shared a photo of their find, a box of Frankly Fresh brand dolmas, with an upbeat review.
“I always get dolmas whenever at Mediterranean restaurants,” The Redditor posted. “Found these at Costco and tried them out. Pretty tasty and the price was good for the number in the box!”
While many agreed, the post quickly became a forum for tips, tricks, and reviews. The consensus? They’re good, but they might require a little work. One commenter offered a detailed guide for elevating the store-bought snack.
“Best method to me is eaten chilled, let the cold come up a few degrees in temp from the fridge, and a fresh drizzle of quality olive oil (not the stuff you get at Costco),” they advised. Other shoppers chimed in with their own essential hacks. “The Costco dolmas need a squeeze of lemon and good oil for sure,” another wrote. One fan added another pro-tip: “I like to sprinkle sumac on them too.”
However, before you can even doctor them up, shoppers issued a major warning about the product’s flimsy container. “First thing I do when I get home is open and reseal in my own Tupperware/Snapware/Pyrex — they last a lot longer,” a commenter warned, a sentiment echoed by others.
Every love story needs drama and the dolmas come with their own: the product’s inconsistent availability, which has left many shoppers heartbroken. “My Costco stopped selling these!” lamented a commenter, to which another user, replied, “Mine too 😞. They were SO good.” This scarcity has turned finding the dolmas—typically located in the refrigerated aisle near raviolis and cheeses—into a regional victory.
So, what’s the final word? The Costco dolmas are a cult favorite with major caveats. They offer great value, with one person noting you get 20 large dolmas for around $11-12. But be prepared to transfer them to a new container immediately and have some good olive oil and lemon on hand. For fans lucky enough to find them, it’s a tasty convenience.
Costco Fans are ‘Obsessed’ With This Greek Restaurant Staple first appeared on Parade on Aug 4, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
