News & Trending Shopping & Deals News

13 Best Grocery Items To Get At Sam's Club (They're Worth the Money)

Load up your cart with these deals savvy shoppers swear by.

best grocery items to get at sams club that are truly worth your money
Updated July 2, 2025
Fact checked

Most folks think of Sam's Club as a wholesale warehouse for buying bulk items, but there are a growing number of members using it entirely for their grocery shopping. 

The grocery aisles are filled with deals that can be far better for shoppers than traditional grocery stores, and taking advantage of the great prices on food can really make a Sam's Club membership worth it.

See which Sam's Club groceries we've rated as better than buying at a traditional grocery store.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Earn cash back on everyday purchases with a debit card

Want to earn cash back on your everyday purchases without using a credit card? With the Discover®️ Cashback Debit Checking account (member FDIC), you can earn 1% cash back on up to $3,000 in debit card purchases each month!1

Don’t leave money on the table — it only takes minutes to apply and it won’t impact your credit score.

Learn more about the Discover Cashback Checking account

Member's Mark Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken

Courtesy of Sam's Club seasoned rotisserie chicken

Price: $4.98

There's a reason everybody goes wild for Sam's Club rotisserie chicken — it's both delicious and affordable. If you walk into a Boston Market and ask for a whole chicken, they'll charge you $12.99.

Purchase a whole, uncooked chicken for under $5 instead, which will likely give you leftovers for an even greater value.

Member's Mark All Butter Sandwich Croissants (12-count)

Courtesy of Sam's Club all butter sandwich croissants

Price: $5.98

If you love the buttery, flaky croissants, you'll want to pick them up from the Sam's Club bakery. They have all the delicious flavor and texture of traditional croissants, but the ends are pinched to create a more circular roll rather than the traditional crescent shape, making them perfect for sandwiches.

The price on a dozen Costco croissants is significantly higher at $8.18, and they aren't as sandwich-friendly.

Magnolia-Star Pure Vanilla Extract

Courtesy of Sam's Club magnolia star pure vanilla extract

Price: $9.98

Whether you call it imitation or artificial, there's no good vanilla from anything other than vanilla beans, but pure vanilla extract can be pricey—unless you're scooping it up from Sam's Club. Made from Madagascar bourbon, the 8-ounce bottle is sure to become a pantry staple.

An equivalent 8-ounce bottle at Aldi would cost $11.

Get a protection plan on all your appliances

Did you know if your air conditioner stops working, your homeowner’s insurance won’t cover it? Same with plumbing, electrical issues, appliances, and more.

Whether or not you’re a new homeowner, a home warranty from Choice Home Warranty could pick up the slack where insurance falls short and protect you against surprise expenses. If a covered system in your home breaks, you can call their hotline 24/7 to get it repaired.

For a limited time, you can get your first month free with a Single Payment home warranty plan.

Get a free quote

Member's Mark Chicken Broth (6-pack)

Courtesy of Sam's Club members mark chicken broth

Price: $7.48

There are a ton of different brands of chicken broth, but foodies say Sam's Club has the best one. If you don't have time to always have a pot of homemade broth simmering on the back burner, then Member's Mark is the next best option.

It's also a better value for price, as groceries such as Harris Teeter sell one 32-ounce container for $3.29. Sam's Club's six-pack comes out to $1.25 per container.

Member's Mark Chicken Taco Kit

Courtesy of Sam's Club chicken taco kit

Price: $5.48 per pound

While making tacos at home often sounds cheaper, sometimes when you factor in all the separate ingredients needed and the time to cook them up, it can feel like you should have just gone out.

That's why this taco kit from Sam's Club is so convenient. The kit includes already-cooked meat, lime crema sauce, salsa, cheese, limes, and a coleslaw salad topping so you can go from zero to taco in under 15 minutes.

Member's Mark Breaded Mozzarella Sticks (72-count)

Courtesy of Sam's Club breaded mozzarella sticks

Price: $13.98

If mozzarella sticks are a staple in your freezer, then Sam's Club's Member's Mark version delivers great bang for your buck. In contrast, the popular TGIFridays frozen mozzarella sticks cost $7.69 from Target and only include approximately 14 sticks.

Member's Mark Ultra Premium 2-Ply Toilet Paper (45 rolls)

Courtesy of Sam's Club ultra premium 2 ply toilet paper

Price: $24.26

Sam's Club toilet paper has a surprisingly large fan base, but if you price compare, it's obvious why. Grabbing a 30-pack of Charmin costs $32.99 from Target, so switching to Member's Mark gets you 15 extra rolls for $8 less.

Shopping pro tip: This month's best deals

imtmphoto/Adobe woman with shopping bags at mall

July is in full swing, bringing the height of summer. That also means peak season for hot deals and unbeatable savings. Now’s the time to save big on:

  • Grills, coolers, and outdoor living upgrades
  • Travel must-haves for road trips and beach days
  • Swimwear and summer fashion
  • For grocery savings, grab seasonal produce like watermelon, peaches, and tomatoes

While you're enjoying the sunshine, retailers are quietly making room for back-to-school inventory. That makes July a prime opportunity to scoop up summer favorites while the deals are still blazing.

Member's Mark Double Smoked Thick Cut Bacon (2-pack)

Courtesy of Sam's Club double smoked thick cut bacon

Price: $16.97

Is there anything better in the morning than the smell of bacon wafting through the air? Sam's Club offers thick-cut double-smoked bacon for just $4.24 per pound.

That's even better than Aldi's pricing, which offers thick-cut hickory-smoked bacon for $7.49 but only delivers 24 ounces of the breakfast staple.

Earn as much as $1K doing simple online tasks

A company called Freecash has compiled all sorts of quick cash tasks from about a dozen advertisers and market research companies thirsty for more data. Freecash has paid out over $13 million to users since 2019, and has over 50,000 five-star reviews on Trustpilot.

Sign up here to see how much you could earn.

Member's Mark BBQ Baked Beans With Brisket

Courtesy of Sam's Club bbq baked beans with brisket

Price: $8.96

Nothing says summer BBQ like baked beans, but slow-cooking beans to perfection with tasty chunks of brisket for rich flavor can take too long on a busy schedule. The Member's Mark 40-ounce BBQ baked beans meld with brisket and use molasses and brown sugar for that Southern flavor.

Walmart offers a similar baked bean option, but charges $7.97 for only 32 ounces.

Member's Mark Indian Butter Chicken

Courtesy of Sam's Club indian butter chicken

Price: $14.98

Getting Indian takeout for the family can easily cost $15 or more per person, but you can get that same great taste in a family-size meal with Member's Mark Indian Butter Chicken.

It's already fully cooked, so it only needs to be reheated and gently layered over rice to recreate the restaurant experience at a fraction of the price.

Member's Mark Cauliflower Crust Cheese Pizza (2-pack)

Courtesy of Sam's Club cauliflower crust cheese pizza

Price: $10.97

Gluten-free meals can be difficult to find and expensive to buy pre-made, but on those nights you just can't cook, Sam's Club has your back with cauliflower crust pizza that works out to just over $5 per pie.

Grocery stores like Giant offer a comparable single pizza for $9.99, and it's a smaller size.

Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix (4-pack)

Courtesy of Sam's Club red lobster cheddar bay biscuit mix

Price: $8.48

If you crave the cheesy, fluffy deliciousness of Red Lobster's signature biscuits, the brand's at-home mix delivers all the flavors of the iconic bread for a fraction of the price.

Grabbing a box from Kroger costs $3.29 and only comes with one pack, and grabbing a dozen to go from Red Lobster will set you back $6.99, making Sam's Club the far better deal.

Quick tips: How to save on your grocery bill

pawczar/Adobe woman buying fruits at grocery store

Grocery shopping doesn't have to break the bank when you use the right strategies. Here are three quick tips for reducing food expenses:

  • Buy store brands instead of name brands whenever possible.
  • Always make sure to compare unit prices, not just sticker prices.
  • Join your store's loyalty program so you don’t miss out on member discounts.

Even though something like choosing coupons in your grocery store app can feel like an annoying task, the savings can really add up.

FujiSan California Roll

Courtesy of Sam's Club fujisan california roll

Price: $7.85

A little-known secret about Sam's Club: They have an in-store sushi chef who prepares fresh rolls every day. If you love sushi, you can save a good chunk of change by picking up the Japanese specialty at your local club instead of going out, and they offer more than just the typical California roll, too.

Picking up California rolls from Wegmans, on the other hand, costs $6.49 but only delivers eight pieces compared to Sam's Club's 15, and it's unclear where they're made.

Bottom line

JHVEPhoto/Adobe sams club store sign

Knowing which items to add to your shopping list before you head to Sam's Club is a great way to save money on groceries.

If you're not already sold on buying groceries from Sam's Club, you might be swayed by their newest initiative to remove over 40 undesirable ingredients from all their Member's Mark products, including things like high-fructose corn syrup, aspartame, and artificial colorings by the end of the year.

Lucrative, Flat-Rate Cash Rewards

5.0
info

Wells Fargo Active Cash® Card

Current Offer

$200 cash rewards bonus after spending $500 in purchases in the first 3 months

Annual Fee

$0

Rewards Rate

Earn unlimited 2% cash rewards on purchases

Benefits and Drawbacks
Card Details


Must-Read Buzz

Financebuzz logo

Thanks for subscribing!

Please check your email to confirm your subscription.