New Foods

Introducing the 2023 New Foods & Beverages!

Check out over 100 new additions to State Fair and don’t miss the full food offerings available in our Food Finder.

Note: Vendors inside the State Fair have the option of accepting cash as a form of payment. Most vendors will accept both cash and credit cards.

2023 New Foods

Arancini Di Riso

2023-06-14T09:46:01-05:00

A traditional dish, the Arancini Di Riso is a breaded Italian rice ball made with onion, parmesan and pecorino Romano cheese, basil, peas, carrots, beef and pork, mozzarella cheese, cooked to golden perfection and served with marinara on the side.

Assorted Seafood

2023-07-10T18:20:12-05:00

Pick from the sea: steamed shrimp, mussels, clams, lobster. NEW TO THE STATE FAIR: Conch, Crawfish, and Crab Legs!

Atomic Slush (World’s Hottest Slush)

2023-07-05T15:51:24-05:00

The Atomic Slush (World's Hottest Slush) won't cool you down, it'll heat up your day! This cinnamon slush is made with Carolina reaper powder, then topped with whipped cream, spicy caramel sauce and spicy candy pieces. Drink if you dare! (Caution: SPICY)

Beer Cheese Wisconsin Lava Cake

2023-08-01T19:14:49-05:00

A savory take on a sweet classic, the Beer Cheese Wisconsin Lava Cake sums up Wisconsin in one bite! These salted Milwaukee Pretzel Company slider buns are filled with famous beer cheese soup, topped with butter and pretzel salt, and drizzled with house-made hot honey and red pepper flakes.

Beer-Battered Corn Dog Dipped in Hot Wisconsin Cheddar

2023-07-17T17:44:00-05:00

Beer-Battered Corn Dog Dipped in Hot Wisconsin Cheddar turns State Fair staples like the corn dog, beer, and cheese into one amazing dish. This fresh beer-infused battered corn dog cooked to golden brown perfection and dipped into a blend of hot melted Wisconsin cheese!

Blueberry Mini Donuts

2023-07-10T15:42:15-05:00

The freshly made blueberry mini donuts are cooked to perfection and dusted with homemade vanilla sugar. These mini donuts are a mixture of homemade blueberry muffins and fresh bakery glazed blueberry cake donut.

Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos

2023-06-14T09:46:02-05:00

Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy! Starting with sweet coconut shrimp tossed in a mild boom boom sauce with flavors of sriracha and sweet chili and then deep-fried. The shrimp is placed on a bed of tropical slaw, topped with a savory pineapple-mango salsa, and served in three flour tortillas.

Brat & Kraut Cheese Curd Taco

2023-07-11T10:00:57-05:00

Find this taco filled with bites of Johnsonville brat, cheddar cheese curds, and sauerkraut topped with Beer ’n Brat mustard all in a fried flour tortilla.

Brown Sugar Sweet Potato Iced Latte

2023-08-01T19:17:03-05:00

Cool off with an iced latte flavored with brown sugar, sweet potato purée, a dash of cinnamon, and brown sugar boba pearls! Garnished with a toasted marshmallow AND a deep-fried sweet potato funnel cake nugget, the Brown Sugar Sweet Potato Iced Latte is sure to revive you on any day of the State Fair. Made with non-dairy creamer.

Bug Brownie On-a-Stick

2023-07-11T10:58:21-05:00

Try eating bugs at the Wisconsin State Fair this year! The Bug Brownie On-a-Stick features crunchy and nutty tasting bugs that pairs beautifully with a chocolate brownie. Each brownie is piled high with chocolate frosting, candy corn, ants, crickets, worms, and a scorpion!

Bug Chow Mein

2023-06-14T09:46:02-05:00

Bug Chow Mein is swarming with insects that’ll satisfy your bug craving! Teriyaki noodles are mixed with sauteed edible bugs like crickets, worms, ants, june bugs, and juicy Sago Worms. Served with soy sauce, duck sauce, and a fortune cookie for your dining pleasure.

Camel Chili Cheese Fries

2023-06-19T16:01:43-05:00

Camel Chili Cheese Fries are sidewinder fries covered in warm 100% Camel ground meat chili, then topped with two types of cheese and sour cream. These exotic chili cheese fries are so ooey gooey good, you'll need a fork to help you devour them!

Chicago Style Tots

2023-07-03T13:36:18-05:00

Tater tots topped with cheddar cheese, sliced hot dog, diced onion, tomatoes, sport pepper, celery salt, and pickles.

Coastal Corn Nuggets

2023-08-01T19:15:04-05:00

Starting off with corn nuggets, these freshly deep-fried dough balls with sweet corn kernels in the center and a crispy shell exterior are the sweet and savory base. The Coastal Corn Nuggets are then smothered with a creamy white queso and topped with a homemade tropical slaw and a tangy pineapple-mango salsa. This hearty treat is finished by adding a dusting of cotija cheese!

Cotton Candy Jerky

2023-07-03T12:31:19-05:00

A new twist on a favorite Fair food, Cotton Candy Jerky is an old-fashioned beef jerky flavored like cotton candy. This sweet, salty jerky is sure to please Fairgoers of all ages.

Cotton Candy Lemonade

2023-08-01T19:17:20-05:00

The Cotton Candy Lemonade is a delicious blend of cool lemonade with a sweet taste of blue cotton candy. Not only do you get a refreshing drink, but you also get a big cloud of cotton candy on top - truly every State Fair kid's dream!

Crispy Jalapeño Chipotle Chicken Sandwich

2023-06-14T09:46:02-05:00

The Crispy Jalapeño Chipotle Chicken Sandwich brings you fresh, crunchy, and spicy flavors with each bite. This lightly-breaded, spicy chicken breast is deep-fried to perfection, topped with an avocado mash, crunchy jalapeño cilantro cabbage blend, and a signature spicy jalapeño chipotle sauce on a toasted bun.

Deep-Fried Apple Pie

2023-08-01T19:15:17-05:00

The Deep-Fried Apple Pie takes homemade apple pie filling and sandwiches it between two slices of white bread dipped in sweet French toast batter. Next, deep-fry it to perfection and top with caramel drizzle and cinnamon sugar. This “fair-ified” take on the classic campfire treat, a pudgy pie, brings you the flavors of a slice of apple pie in a fun new way!

Deep-Fried Red Hot Ice Cream

2023-06-14T09:46:02-05:00

Deep-Fried Red Hot Ice Cream takes refreshing scoops of vanilla ice cream, rolls it in a special coating of crushed corn flakes and "Red Hot" cinnamon candy crumble, and deep-fries it all! Garnished with whipped cream and a sprinkling of additional "Red Hot" cinnamon candies, this is a tasty twist on a classic dessert.

Dessert Pizza

2023-07-07T16:37:12-05:00

Swing by Charlie's Pizza for a sweet new dessert... this pizza crust with a variety of sweet toppings!

Dill Pickle Donut

2023-08-01T19:15:32-05:00

What started as an April Fool’s Day joke has taken off… welcome the Dill Pickle Donut! Get ready to bite into this hand cut yeast-raised donut "frosted" with a dill pickle juice whipped cream cheese and topped with thick cut dill pickles and a dill sprinkle!

The Dough Float

2023-07-05T15:51:26-05:00

Emma’s very own chocolate chip cookie dough is mixed with vanilla ice cream and added to root beer to make a dream float. It’s topped off with a dazzling drizzle of chocolate sauce to create The Dough Float.

The Ferris Mule

2023-08-01T19:17:38-05:00

The Ferris Mule is a non-alcoholic mule crafted with fresh blackberries, ginger beer, freshly squeezed lime juice, and agave nectar - all of which is hand shaken and poured over ice. Garnished with fresh blackberries, a rosemary sprig, and lime wheel, The Ferris Mule takes a summer classic drink and elevates it with a fresh Fair time twist!

Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Chocolate Bark

2023-06-14T09:46:03-05:00

With the Flamin' Hot Cheetos Chocolate Bark, you won't be able to stop at just one bite. Mix Flamin' Hot Cheetos into rich milk chocolate to create the best-tasting, spicy snack at the State Fair.

Gator Fries

2023-07-07T18:05:49-05:00

Juicy nuggets of alligator meat are deep-fried and served over a bed of fries.

High Seas Blue Lagoon

2023-07-05T15:51:27-05:00

Cool and refreshing, the High Seas Blue Lagoon is a sweet and bubbly citrus flavored drink with a splash of blue coconut flavored syrup and topped with a blue raspberry shark gummy.

Irish Dipper

2023-08-01T19:15:50-05:00

In an effort to give fans what they’ve been asking for, the Irish Dipper was born! This delicious new Irish Onion Dip is made with cream cheese, Guinness beer, caramelized onions, and Irish cheddar, and then layered with classic Irish beef in Guinness gravy on a French roll to create a flavor bomb sandwich that will make everyone happy! Served with a souffle cup of Guinness gravy for dipping.

Limerick Nitro Latte

2023-07-05T15:51:28-05:00

The Limerick Nitro Latte is a non-alcohol version of your favorite breakfast treat! Start with locally roasted nitro draft coffee, add a blend of non-alcoholic Irish Cream syrup and milk, and top with a dreamy dollop of hand-blended whipped cream dusted with a magical blend of green and golden sugar sprinkles, this drink will transport you to the Emerald Isle and keep the lilt in your laughter all day long.

Loaded Doner Fries

2023-07-10T15:57:35-05:00

Spit roasted chicken, red cabbage, arugula, red onion, iceberg lettuce, carrots, white sauce, and house spicy aioli all over a bed of fries.

Loaded Potato Kettle Corn

2023-06-14T09:47:23-05:00

Satisfy your potato craving with a bag of Loaded Potato Kettle Corn! This popcorn is flavored with classic potato fixings: cheese, chives, bacon, and more bacon.

The MAC + JOE

2023-06-14T09:50:36-05:00

The MAC + JOE is loaded with goodness! This dish consists of half Wisconsin Mac + Cheese and half classic Sloppy Joe topped with crispy, crunchy onion straws, a Wisconsin cheddar blend, chopped bacon, diced onions, diced jalapeños for a fresh kick, a dollop of cool sour cream, and even more crispy crunchy onion straws. Served in a cup so you can eat on-the-go!

Mango Tango Tajín

2023-08-01T19:17:54-05:00

The Mango Tango Tajín drink blends juicy mangoes with tangy pineapple to create the bottom layer. It’s then topped with a creamy strawberry smoothie layer! Finish it off with a sweet and spicy Chamoy sauce drizzled over top and sprinkled with a kick of Tajín seasoning for a perfect sweet and spicy combination.

Maple Bacon Turtle On-a-Stick

2023-06-14T09:47:23-05:00

A Wisconsin twist on Freese’s famous Turtle On-A-Stick. The Maple Bacon Turtle On-a-Stick is a pretzel stick resting on salted pecans, topped with homemade caramel and milk chocolate, along with freshly smoked and caramelized bacon from Double B's Barbeque, a local West Allis business, and a maple flavor drizzle.

Oreo Crumble Cookie Dough On-a-Stick

2023-06-14T09:50:39-05:00

Hey Oreo fans! The Oreo Crumble Cookie Dough On-a-Stick is homemade chocolate chocolate chip cookie dough covered in melted chocolate and Oreo crumbs, served on-a-stick!

Organic Dragonfly Lemonade

2023-08-04T17:00:55-05:00

A new addition to the Frozen Bar at Benno’s Leinie Lodge. A whimsical blend of frozen lemonade with a hint of vanilla, topped with a fun dragonfly souvenir. Made with 100% organic ingredients. 

Pineapple Dragonade

2023-07-05T15:51:29-05:00

The Pineapple Dragonade takes Gertrude’s Pretzel’s original Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade and infuses it with fresh pineapple juice & dragon fruit served over ice for a refreshing pick-me-up!

Pizza Lumpia

2023-07-10T19:00:43-05:00

Lumpia (pronounced LOOM-pee-uh) is a Filipino appetizer that is comparable to an egg roll. This thin, crispy wrapper is filled with classic pizza ingredients.

Pizzadilla

2023-06-14T09:47:23-05:00

The Pizzadilla is a grilled quesadilla filled with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, sausage, and pizza sauce served with a side of marinara sauce!

The Porkie

2023-08-08T20:12:46-05:00

This sundae is just the treat for you to enjoy while at the pig races! Featuring vanilla custard layered with cheesecake bites and hot fudge, The Porkie is topped with graham cracker crust, bacon bits, more hot fudge, warm caramel, a graham cracker cookie, and cherry. But it wouldn't be complete without a piece of Rupena’s candied bacon dipped in chocolate and rolled in sprinkles!

Reuben Loaded Fries

2023-06-14T09:47:23-05:00

Everyone loves a Reuben Sandwich so why not transform it into fries? Corned beef, special sauce, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut served over fresh French fries makes Reuben Loaded Fries that are simply delicious.

Seaweed Fish Sandwich

2023-07-11T10:12:22-05:00

Adding a seaweed salad to beer-battered fried fish creates a perfect sweet and tangy flavor. Topped with coleslaw and a malt vinegar tartar sauce aioli, it's a tidal wave of flavors with each bite! Plus, this Seaweed Fish Sandwich is served with a side of three hush puppies.

Shrimp Quesadilla

2023-07-11T10:06:44-05:00

The Shrimp Quesadilla has cheese, shrimp, cilantro, jalapeño peppers, and black beans with fire-roasted corn, pepper blend wrapped in a flour shell. Shrimp Quesadilla also available with gluten-free shell - just ask!

S’mores Nitro Latte

2023-07-05T15:51:30-05:00

Campfires are too much work, especially first thing in the morning. Cut to the chase and get the day going with a S'mores Nitro Latte! Start with a chocolate, graham cracker crumb rimmed cup then pour in locally roasted draft nitro coffee. Next, add a toasted marshmallow simple syrup with milk, and top this latte off with a toasted marshmallow.

The Spicy Sicilian

2023-06-14T09:50:43-05:00

The Spicy Sicilian is a hearty sandwich piled high with slices of beef, meatballs, and smoked gouda covered with a spicy glaze served on a hoagie roll.

Strawberry Lemonade Jubilee

2023-07-05T15:51:31-05:00

Quench your taste buds with this refreshing summer inspired mocktail! The Strawberry Lemonade Jubilee is a cold-blended slush bursting with lemon-strawberry flavor with the slightest hint of mint delight. Add fresh lemons, strawberries, and mint for a garnish.

Sweet and Savory Funnel Cake “Fries”

2023-08-01T19:16:35-05:00

This dish pays homage to beloved Wisconsin State Fair staples in one decadent dish. Crispy and golden funnel cake “fries” are topped with savory cheese curds and crispy bacon pieces, then drizzled with rich chocolate sauce and a sweet cream cheese frosting glaze. The Sweet and Savory Funnel Cake Fries are sure to satisfy any craving for something sweet, salty, and indulgent.

Tots & Chips

2023-06-14T09:50:50-05:00

The Tots & Chips feature tater tots dipped in fish fry batter and cooked to a golden brown! Topped with the perfect amount of malt vinegar, drizzled with secret tartar sauce, and served with lemon wedge, you’ll see every day at the State Fair is like Fish Fry Friday!

Traditional Lumpia

2023-07-07T21:17:14-05:00

Lumpia (pronounced LOOM-pee-uh) is a Filipino appetizer that is comparable to an egg roll. The thin, crispy wrapper gives a delicious crunch to every bite and are filled with a savory mixture of ground pork, cabbage, and other vegetables.

Ultimate Minneapple Pie

2023-07-07T16:31:41-05:00

The Ultimate Minneapple Pie is a homemade deep-fried apple pie served with a scoop of vanilla and cinnamon ice cream, then topped off with apple syrup.

Vegan Cauliflower Wings

2023-07-10T19:01:11-05:00

Crispy hand-breaded cauliflower, tossed in sweet chili sauce topped with scallions and sesame seeds. Served with house-made ranch.

Vegan Corn Dog

2023-07-11T09:32:59-05:00

Hand battered plant-based hot dog, fried to golden perfection. Served with choice of ketchup, mustard, or BBQ sauce.

Vegan Quesadilla

2023-07-11T10:07:34-05:00

This quesadilla is made with a vegan tortilla shell, vegan cheese, black beans with fire-roasted corn and peppers, cilantro, jalapeños - all using vegan butter on the grill to brown the flour shell. Served with a toothpick Vegan Flag.

Walking Gyro

2023-06-14T09:50:47-05:00

The Walking Gyro takes all the delicious signature ingredients of a gyro and serves it over a bag of pita chips for easy travel so you don’t end up wearing your gyro!

Walking S’more

2023-07-07T21:22:57-05:00

Dig into a cup of Golden Grahams, mini marshmallows, delicious homemade chocolate sauce topped with whipped cream. A small Scoop of Cedar Crest ice cream, peanut butter sauce, or Fritos can be added for an additional cost.

Wisconsin Quesadilla

2023-08-01T19:16:48-05:00

The Wisconsin Quesadilla is truly filled with the best of Wisconsin! Stuffed full of cheese curds, chunks of brats, grilled onions and peppers, and shredded cheese, this quesadilla is cooked to golden brown perfection and served with sour cream and salsa on the side.

2023-07-17T18:06:52-05:00
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