"A new contender has surfaced at Costco, but instead of in the pantry section, this one lurks in the frozen dessert aisle. Meet the newest fish making waves at the warehouse: Binggrae Samanco frozen dairy desserts. These confections are a classic Korean treat made by the same company that makes Melona frozen ice cream bars. They are just as adorable as the iconic cheesy snack crackers, with an even more realistic look (they're reportedly made specifically to look like carp)."
"Described as a "unique fish-shaped ice cream waffle sandwich," all flavors consist of a cake cone exterior. Then, as you break into the center, you'll discover a layer of ice cream paired with another layer of flavored syrup. The Melona website shows five total flavors at the time of writing; French vanilla, matcha, red bean jam, strawberry, and chocolate. However, the variety pack sold at Costco features just the last three in a 12-count box."
"Consumers started noticing them straight away when the desserts were released in January 2026. Threads account @costcobuys even did a double-take when they spotted them IRL for the first time. Of course, as is the case with most Costco products, the Samanco treats may not be available at every location. So it's worth double checking with your local warehouse before making the trip."
Binggrae Samanco frozen dairy desserts are fish-shaped ice cream waffle sandwiches modeled to resemble carp and produced by the company behind Melona bars. Each treat has a cake-cone exterior with an inner layer of ice cream and a layer of flavored syrup. Melona lists five flavors: French vanilla, matcha, red bean jam, strawberry, and chocolate; Costco sells a 12-count variety pack featuring strawberry, red bean, and chocolate. The desserts appeared at Costco in January 2026 and drew attention on social platforms. Availability may vary by warehouse, so local stock should be confirmed before visiting.
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