Food

NEW FOODS

The 2025 Foodie Award: Retro Rewind Edition!

Step right up and help crown this year's Fairgoer's Choice Winner—where classic flavors meet bold new twists!

Use our app or grab a Fun Guide to cruise through the Fair and track down the hottest new eats. Scan the QR codes at New Food stands to cast your vote! Voting closes Wednesday, April 2.

• Critic’s Choice Award – Picked by media pros and local personalities. Winner revealed Thursday, March 20.
• Fairgoer’s Choice Award – Voted by YOU while at the fair! Winner announced Friday, April 4.

AND THE 2025 NEW FOODS ARE…

Elote Corn Dog

A crispy corn dog stuffed with sweet corn kernels, topped with mayo, Hot Cheeto dust, Parmesan, and cilantro. Served with a lime wedge for a zesty kick!
The Meatball Factory - Location TBD

Deep-Fried Corn

A six-inch corn on the cob dipped in buttermilk, coated in a spicy flour blend, and fried to golden perfection. Finished with creamy mayo and Parmesan cheese.
The Meatball Factory - Location TBD

Overloaded Shrimp Fritter

A crispy 8x8 shrimp fritter made with a signature non-dairy batter, packed with green peppers, onions, and topped with even more shrimp. Served with our special Ocean Blue Sauce.
Golden Treats - Location 213

Cracked Conch on a Stick

Lightly seasoned, crispy fried conch served on a 12-inch skewer. Comes with our signature Ocean Blue dipping sauce.
Golden Treats - Location 213

La Piña Mexicana

Swirls of sweet Pineapple Dole whip, spiced up with Tajín, drizzled with fruity Chamoy, and finished with a tangy tamarind straw. A bold blend of sweet, spicy, and sour!
McGrotha Foods - Location 106

Flaming Hot Cheesy Dog

An all-beef hot dog piled high with corn kernels, crushed Hot Cheetos, cheese sauce, bacon, and garlic mayo.
Meester Mike - Location 338

Spicy Street Corn Dog

An all-beef hot dog topped with corn kernels, Parmesan cheese, spicy mayo, and fresh jalapeños for a fiery kick.
Meester Mike - Location 338

Birria Ramen

A bold fusion of Mexican birria stew and Japanese ramen! Tender, spiced meat in a rich, savory broth with cilantro, onions, pickled onions, corn, mozzarella cheese, and lime.
Elote Lover’s - Location 992

Monkey Mud Dog

A banana dipped in milk chocolate and funnel cake batter, drizzled with caramel, chocolate, or peanut butter.
Sweet Treats - Location 300

Peanut Butter Overload Funnel Cake

A peanut butter lover’s dream! Warm funnel cake infused with peanut butter, topped with peanut butter chips, Reese’s Pieces, peanut butter puffs, and a drizzle of creamy peanut butter.
Sweet Treats - Location 300

Foster Banana Crepe

A delicate crepe filled with Chantilly cream and flambéed bananas, drizzled with rich, non-alcoholic foster sauce, and served with a scoop of ice cream.
Tacos & Crepes - Location 8610R

Delhi Butter Chicken Curry Tacos

Three soft, fluffy tortillas filled with butter chicken curry, melted cheese, cilantro sauce, fresh cilantro, onions, and crispy Boondi (chickpea flour fritters). Served with corn chips.
Tacos & Crepes - Location 8610R

Jalapeño Corn Dog

A jalapeño cheddar hot dog dipped in classic corn dog batter with extra jalapeños, then drizzled with warm cheddar cheese.
Eatery Huts - Location 365

Strawberry Shortcake Crunch

Homemade vanilla ice cream in a waffle cone, rolled in a crunchy, fruity strawberry shortcake coating.
Polar Bear Concessions - Location 121

Pop Pops Greek Burger

A juicy beef patty stacked with sliced lamb gyro meat, feta cheese, lettuce, tomato, and homemade tzatziki sauce.
W&P Concessions - Location 251

Pistachio Churros

Golden, crispy churros drizzled with pistachio glaze and topped with fresh strawberries—a perfect mix of crunch, creaminess, and sweetness!
Churromania - Locations 234 & 433

Turkey Balsamic Glaze and Organic Greens Wrap

Warm deli turkey breast wrapped with melted cheese, a fresh blend of organic greens, diced tomatoes, and a rich balsamic glaze, all in a toasted wrap.
Tacos and Crepes - Location 8610R

Chicharrones in a Cone

A crispy, flavorful pork rinds served in a handy cone for the perfect on-the-go snack.
Cuba Nostalgia – Location 485/554

Café Colada Funnel Cake

Café Colada Funnel Cake – classic funnel cake with powdered sugar, rich colada icing, and a streusel sprinkle for a sweet coffee twist!
The Best Around– Location 246

The Dubai Chocolate Strawberries

A decadent cup of chocolate, fresh strawberries, and pistachio cream.
Meester Mike – Location 222

Guava Candy Apple

A whole apple coated in a sweet, crunchy guava-flavored candy shell.
Fazackerley Fudge – Location 993

Mango Candy Apple

A whole apple coated in a sweet, crunchy mango-flavored candy shell.
Fazackerley Fudge – Location 993

Chocolate Amaretto Fudge

Rich, creamy chocolate fudge infused with a smooth amaretto flavor.
Fazackerley Fudge – Location 993