When we first wrote about this site back in June 2022, the big question was when Costco would break ground in Queen Creek. The location on Ellsworth Road was still a construction project at the time, with plenty of speculation around its opening. Now, nearly three years later, the warehouse is open and drawing steady reviews from shoppers across the East Valley.
Construction and Opening
The Queen Creek warehouse officially opened on January 26, 2023, giving the fast-growing community its first Costco. Built with a full-size footprint and gas station on site, the store brought a range of member services including pharmacy, optical, tire, and a food court. For Queen Creek, it marked a milestone as one of the area’s largest new retailers.
Customer Impressions
Feedback has been steady since the opening. On Google, the location holds a 4.5-star rating from 248 reviews, while Yelp and MapQuest both show 4.0 stars across about 40 reviews. Yahoo Local mirrors those same numbers. Customers point to the size of the warehouse, the wide selection of products, and the large gas station layout as positives.
The store earns praise for its clean layout and the convenience of finally having a Costco closer to Queen Creek residents. Some reviews note that diesel fuel isn’t available at this gas station, which stands out in a truck-heavy community. A few food court complaints also appear, mostly about order speed, but overall impressions lean strongly positive.
Interesting Costco Facts
- Costco was ranked 10th on the Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue.
- The company has it’s headquarters in Seattle Washington.
- Costco employs over 254,000 employees worldwide.
- It has over 100 million members.