Costco Issues Warning About Mislabeled Ravioli in Maryland and New Jersey

Costco shoppers in Maryland and New Jersey are being warned about a pasta product that may have the wrong label. Some packages of Giovanni Rana Rustic Beef Sauce & Creamy Burrata Cheese Ravioli may actually contain shrimp ravioli with lobster sauce instead.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a health alert because the shellfish ingredients are not listed on the package. This is dangerous for people who are allergic to shrimp or lobster.

Why This Matters

For people with shellfish allergies, eating shrimp or lobster by accident can cause serious health problems. These can include:

• Swelling
• Hives (itchy skin bumps)
• Trouble breathing
• Stomach problems
• Severe allergic reactions that need emergency care

Since the label says "beef and cheese," shoppers would have no way of knowing the package contains shellfish.

Which Products Are Affected?

Check your refrigerator or freezer if you bought this product from Costco in Maryland or New Jersey between March 10 and April 21:

• Product: Giovanni Rana Rustic Beef Sauce & Creamy Burrata Cheese Ravioli
• Size: 32-ounce plastic package
• Use-by dates: May 14, 2026 to June 25, 2026
• Establishment number: 44870 (found inside the USDA inspection mark)

The product is no longer on store shelves, but many people may still have it at home.

What Should You Do?

If you have this product at home:

1. Do not eat it
2. Throw it away or return it to Costco for a full refund

Two shoppers reported the problem after finding shrimp ravioli inside packages labeled as beef and cheese ravioli. So far, no one has reported getting sick, but officials are asking people to be careful.

If you already ate the product and feel unwell, contact your doctor right away.

The Bottom Line

This alert is a reminder to always check food labels, especially if you or someone in your family has food allergies.

Even though the mix-up may seem small to some, it could be very dangerous for others. Costco is offering full refunds to anyone who returns the affected product.

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