From loaded hot dogs and cheesy nachos to lobster rolls and salt-sprinkled fries, no game day is complete without a stadium food haul. While traditionally these crowd-packed arenas have offered a mediocre selection, the past few years have seen some major food innovations, with local vendors serving up flavorful dishes and new takes on classic handheld eats. Whether you're after regional favorites or giant sharing platters, we've put together a list of the best foods available at football and baseball stadiums across America. 

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover the top-rated stadium foods in the USA, counting down to the most delicious of all. 

Our ranking is based on reviews, awards and accolades, and the opinions of our well-traveled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective.

Those heading to a Pats game hungry can rest easy knowing that they can get their hands on a tasty personal pan from Sal’s Pizza. The official pizza of the New England Patriots, fans can choose between regular cheese or pepperoni, alongside other stadium favorites like hot dogs and soft pretzels. Expect ultra-cheesy slices that are big enough to share. 

Football season is all about hot dogs, and Lumen Field, home of the Seattle Seahawks, offers a seriously delicious option that’s well worth snapping up. Fans can get their teeth around a footlong dog topped with braised short rib, crispy onions, and pickled shimeji mushrooms. Available from the Home Taste Advantage Stands, this tangy number takes the humble dog to a whole new level.

Those cheering on the Jacksonville Jaguars have a lot to look forward to at EverBank Stadium, thanks to hospitality partners Delaware North. The brand has revamped the stadium’s offerings, with plenty of mouthwatering dishes and handheld favorites worth trying. The Buffalo chicken sandwich, loaded with blue cheese and slaw, is a fan favorite, as are the Walking Tacos: Fritos or Nacho Cheese Doritos topped with beef, chicken, or Impossible meat, with cheese sauce, sour cream, salsa, and jalapeños.

Home to the New York Giants and New York Jets, the MetLife Stadium has plenty of tasty options for fans to tuck into during football season – and Nonna Fusco’s Kitchen, famous for its Italian American offerings, is a crowd favorite. Crispy, crunchy, and bursting with a creamy ricotta filling, the fried ravioli is hard to beat, and it comes served with a rich tomato-vodka sauce. The zeppole (Italian-style donut holes topped with powdered sugar) are a must-try, too.

There may be other hot dog options at Denver's Coors Field, but Biker Jim's offers an unusually diverse selection of franks. Loaded with toppings, the dogs here come in a range of styles and meats, from bacon-wrapped Cheddar to reindeer sausage and Louisiana red hot. There's even a vegan option available, laced with herbs. In short, there's a dog for every taste here.

KC legend Joe’s Kansas City BBQ made its debut at Kauffman Stadium in 2025. The popular local chain’s first offering to baseball fans is a simple but delicious sandwich called The Z-Man: a toasted roll stuffed with your choice of slow-smoked brisket or chicken, smoked provolone, and crispy fried onion rings. Those who’ve tried it love that it’s not only a flavor bomb, but that it’s also a neat mouthful – there's no need to worry about spilling it everywhere.

From street corn to taquitos, supporters with club level tickets can cheer on the Houston Texans while chowing down on delicious Mexican-inspired plates from Hugo’s. Just as tasty as the plates offered at James Beard Award–winning chef Hugo Ortega’s signature restaurant, the trio of tacos is a fan favorite, with filling options including barbacoa and carnitas.

Denver Broncos fans have never had to complain about the food options at Empower Field at Mile High, which offers everything from cheese-stuffed burgers and giant burritos to French dip sandwiches and a hefty pork belly BLT. For pizza fiends, there's only one place worth getting a slice, and it's Blue Pan Pizza. The local favorite dishes out Detroit-style pies to hordes of hungry visitors.

No Las Vegas Raiders game experience is complete unless you're cheering from the sidelines with a donut from cult favorite Pinkbox Doughnuts. The local chain serves its signature doughy delights – complete with limited-edition designs – at Allegiant Stadium every game. You can expect everything from football-shaped treats to helmet-topped styles, and plenty more in between.

Empanadas may not be a dish you’d expect to find at a stadium, but these hand-held foods actually make for a very tasty, mess-free football snack. Panthers fans seriously rate the options from local chain Sabor Latin Street Grill, which specializes in Latin American cuisine. Eager tasters can choose between black bean or chicken options, then tuck into a portion of sugar-coated churros for dessert.

Kansas City is one of America's great barbecue hubs, and the KC Royals’ Kauffman Stadium certainly offers plenty of smoked meat to reflect that. However, one of the spot’s best regional treats is much sweeter and much colder. A Missouri favorite, Belfonte Dairy sells creamy milkshakes and indulgent sundaes in the stadium's Outfield Experience area, with additional pint stands scattered throughout the building.

Cheer on the Chiefs at their next game with a side of loaded fries from Thai-influenced barbecue joint Buck Tui BBQ. The local hotspot, which also has a bricks-and-mortar restaurant in Overland Park, Kansas, has been serving up a selection of delicious dishes at Arrowhead Stadium since 2022, and it continues to wow fans. Everything on the menu is great, but the barbecue fries, topped with meat, cheese, and sauces, are especially tasty.

At Yankee Stadium, a hot dog and fried chicken tenders have come together to make a beautiful baby this MLB season. The Birddog sees a wiener topped with crispy chicken, garlic aioli, pickles, and cheese sauce. Designed by NYC chef Marcus Samuelsson, it’s a combination of exciting textures and flavors that makes for a delicious game day snack. Just keep some napkins on hand, because it’s a little messy to eat.

Progressive Field is where the Cleveland Guardians play ball, and several local restaurants have in-stadium outposts that offer amazing nachos. There’s some dispute over which spot is the very best, but it’s hard to beat the loaded chips from Momocho, which come made to order and topped with chicken, pulled pork, chorizo, oozy queso, and a signature cilantro-lime cream.

Anyone from the San Francisco Bay area will know just how good Toto’s Pizzeria is, and lucky 49ers fans can finally tuck into a personal size pizza during the game. Choose between a classic cheese or pepperoni pie finished with house-made tomato sauce, mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and oregano. Pair your pizza with a sweet cream and chocolate cannoli, and you won’t have any regrets. 

Corn dogs may be a standard snack at football games, but Lucas Oil Stadium offers up a colorful spin on the classic in the form of The Ringer. Matching the Indianapolis Colts’ navy kit and arena, this footlong option comes slathered with honey and rolled in a blue Takis crumb. Anything but ordinary, it’s a hit with fans – even if it is just for the novelty factor!   

Eagles fans are lucky enough to have access to some of the best stadium food in the US. Lincoln Financial Field proudly embraces Philly food culture, with everything from cheesesteaks and soft pretzels to hamburgers and Buffalo chicken available from its stands. There's one dish that really stands out, though: the crabfries from Chickie's & Pete's. A local favorite, the famous crinkle-cut fries are tossed in a secret blend of spices and served with a creamy, cheesy dipping sauce.

Family-owned chain Hattie B’s Hot Chicken landed at Nissan Stadium in September 2024, and Tennessee Titans fans can’t get enough. Game goers can sample the brand’s renowned fried chicken sandwich, complete with American cheese, pickles, and a soft bun – all they need to do is choose a spice level, from mild Southern style to fiery Shut The Cluck Up!!!

During the freezing cold Minnesota winters, Vikings fans may well be keen to sample something fiery to warm them up. Nashville Coop at U.S. Bank Stadium is the go-to place for a hot Nashville-style chicken Sammich. You can pick your spice level, from No Heat to 24hr PAIN, and add any extras you wish. The sandwich comes in a butter bun with pickles and Coop sauce.

Taking a classic baseball food to new heights, American Family Field offers a range of unusual loaded hot dogs at the home of the Milwaukee Brewers. Its Dog Gone Fowl is a firm fan favorite; this tasty creation sees a dog topped with a crispy chicken finger, American cheese, ranch, Secret Stadium Sauce (unique to the Milwaukee Brewers since the early 1970s), tater tots, and chives. Innovative and interesting, it certainly doesn’t disappoint. 

M&T Bank Stadium may be home to an array of innovative foodie offerings, but food vendor Pat & Stuggs is a Ravens Flock favorite. Championing giant gourmet burgers, meat-topped hot dogs, and garlicky fries, the stand has become renowned for its stadium snacks. One order highlight is the shaved rib-eye sandwich, featuring meat, oozy cheese, and fried onions inside a soft bun. It may be messy, but it’s so worth it.

From cheesy steak quesadillas to barbecue platters, fans of the Buffalo Bills can enjoy a stack of different food options thanks to Highmark Stadium’s hospitality partnership with Delaware North. However, those in the know head to stand 716 to order the Queen City Weck. This tasty offering features piles of roast beef loaded into a Wegmans weck roll with a creamy horseradish fondue. It's sticky and messy (and all the better for it).

Hard Rock Stadium, the home of the Miami Dolphins football team, has long supported local food businesses, and Mojo Donuts is one of the favorites. It specializes in unusual donut styles, including both sweet and savory options, and customers can expect plenty of innovative flavors – think bacon and Nutella, guava and cheese, and banana cream pie.

Forget footlong hot dogs; this take from the Dodgers’ home stadium goes a step further, coming in at an impressive 16in. The jalapeño Cheddar dog is finished with corn relish, a white Cheddar cheese sauce, creamy cilantro crema, and tortilla strips for a satisfying crunch, and it’s all served on a bed of fries. Available from Blue Bar-B-Que, this hefty handheld is one you’re probably better off sharing than trying to tackle on your own.

A Detroit staple, no trip to the Midwestern city is complete without sampling a Hani from National Coney Island – and, luckily for Detroit Tigers fans, they can get their hands on the local favorite at Comerica Park. Filling and delicious, this handheld snack sees a fluffy round of pita stuffed with meats, cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, and mayonnaise. At the baseball stadium, a tasty grilled chicken breast option is available with a mix of Swiss and American cheeses.

At the home of the Washington Commanders, visitors can try a range of tasty bites – from deep-pan pizza to oozy mac ’n’ cheese – but seasoned fans head directly for DMV Crabrolls in the main concourse. Here, you’ll find chef James Taylor cooking up jumbo lump crab meat, wrapping it in a crispy egg roll, and frying it to perfection. Served with fries, it’s hard to beat. 

Hot dogs are always a great stadium food option, but the classic Eastern European sausages from Kramarczuk's make for a particularly satisfying snack while enjoying a Minnesota Twins game. The famed deli has been a Minneapolis mainstay since 1954, and it's known for its high-quality sausages and excellent service. The Polish stand is a Target Field favorite, and each dog is made all the better with a slick of mustard and plenty of sauerkraut and grilled onions.

At the Huntington Bank Field stadium, barbecue lovers can get their meaty fix courtesy of Cleveland favorite Mabel’s BBQ. The local restaurant, renowned for its melt-in-the-mouth meats, serves up its signature dish from a stand here. The Big Pig features juicy pulled pork finished with a sweet barbecue sauce and stuffed inside a fluffy potato bun. It’s a real crowd-pleaser that's loved by Cleveland Browns fans.

If the thought of a fluorescent blue cotton candy burrito (yes, it’s really a thing, and yes, it's served here) is enough to put you off all arena foods, fear not – State Farm Stadium’s giant boxed nachos will win you back over. As the name suggests, these fully loaded nachos (think ground beef, black olives, nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and pickled jalapeños) come packaged inside a pizza box. Perfect for sharing, the item is sold at three stands across the stadium.

In a nod to rookie quarterback Caleb Williams’ iconic claw pose – as well as the club’s name – Solider Field launched a giant bear paw–inspired pretzel in 2024, and fans have gone wild for it. Big enough to share with several friends, this pleasingly chewy number comes with a trio of dips, cinnamon cream cheese sugar included.

Boston's signature handheld meal is the lobster roll, so it's only natural for the dish to feature on the menu at New England stadiums. At Fenway Park, you'll find fast food chain Luke's Lobster serving up Maine-style buttery rolls stacked with fresh, juicy lobster meat. In many fans' opinions, there's no better accompaniment to a Red Sox home game. 

From skimping on the meat to overdoing it with the rice, burritos can be hit and miss at football games. However, SoFi Stadium’s shredded beef offering is a stellar option. This burrito, available from Olvera Street, comes stuffed with braised beef, Spanish rice, refried beans, and a mix of Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Other tasty options include asada fries, a Cali-style burrito, and Baja fish tacos.

At the home of the Miami Marlins, seafood towers are out, and hot dog towers are in. This literally towering food offering, new for the 2025 season, stacks four hot dogs, four Polish sausages, and four corn dogs with condiments, sauerkraut, and sweet onions on the lower tiers. Up above, you get salchipapa – a popular Caribbean and South American street food that mixes sliced pan-fried sausages with French fries. It’s definitely indulgent, but it's perfect for feeding a crowd.

It’s not hard to find a tasty Cuban sandwich in Tampa, so perhaps that’s why Raymond James Stadium takes its version so seriously. Its bread is sourced directly from the historic neighborhood of Ybor City, and it comes filled with smoked, sliced meat, pickles, cheese, and plenty of sauce. There’s an equally delicious vegetarian option available, too.

Pierogis – Polish-style dumplings – are a staple in Pittsburgh, thanks to the city’s robust Eastern European community. One of the most popular food kiosks at Pittsburgh's PNC Park is Manny's BBQ, named after former Pirates player Manny Sanguillén. Its mini pierogis, which come topped with a choice of barbecue pork or chicken, are a particularly tasty option.

Is a Detroit-style Coney, loaded with meaty chili, mustard, and diced onions, the best version of a Coney out there? Detroit Lions fans certainly think so. For the 2024-25 football season, Ford Field stadium is running a ‘Battle of the Coneys’ competition, where standard Detroit Coney dogs will be going up against a style inspired by the visiting team. With the snack available from various stands, it’s the ultimate foodie rivalry.

As if tiramisù isn’t already tempting enough, you can now scoop it out of an iconic Yankee helmet thanks to chef Christian Petroni. The Bronx-born chef and Food Network regular has put his own twist on this classic Italian dessert with hazelnut fudge, praline, and cannoli shells. Sadly, the helmet isn’t full size, but you do get to take it home with you as a souvenir once you’ve licked it clean. There’s also a sundae served in the same vessel.

A Louisiana staple, it’s only natural that po’ boy sandwiches feature on menus across Caesars Superdome. While you’ll arguably find bigger – and tastier – options outside of the stadium, Dressed Or Not New Orleans Poboys does a great job of bringing this classic sandwich to the park. The lucky Who Dat Nation community can get their hands on cochon de lait (roast pork), fried shrimp, and wild mushroom styles.

There's no question that some of the greatest hot dogs can be found at baseball stadiums, and Chicago-style dogs are among the most popular styles of all. A real-deal Chicago dog features a Vienna beef sausage, yellow mustard, diced onions, sport peppers, a pickle spear, fresh tomatoes, and a sprinkle of celery salt inside a poppy seed bun. You'll find plenty of stands serving up the classic at Wrigley Field.

Sure, you expect to find burgers and pizzas served at a football game, but a dish combining the two? At the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas – home of the Dallas Cowboys – this unusual yet delicious-sounding combo is dished up from Papa John's stands, and it features a 16oz Angus beef patty, lettuce, tomato, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella, all sandwiched between two pepperoni pizzas.

Larger than a typical wiener and made with a coarser meat grind combining beef and pork, half-smokes are a Washington DC staple. Ben's Chili Bowl has been selling the dogs at its flagship location since 1958, and Washington Nationals fans can also get a taste at Nationals Park. Here, the classic half-smoke is served on a warm steamed bun with mustard, onions, and a generous helping of Ben’s famous chili sauce.

Mets fans know that Citi Field has incredible food – so much so that it’s regularly voted the best baseball stadium food by readers of USA Today. UK brand Seoul Bird is just one of the vendors that continues to impress hungry fans, bringing them crispy Korean fried chicken with kimchi fried rice and veggies. For a handheld option, get your chicken tossed in burger sauce and served in a soft bun.

Coming out top in the NFL’s annual Voice of the Fan awards 2023 for its food and beverage offerings, it’s no surprise that the home of the Atlanta Falcons is brimming with tasty options. Those in the know order the giant stadium nachos: a mix of red and black tortilla chips, braised brisket, queso blanco, pico de gallo, and barbecue sauce. The epic serving even comes slotted inside a box shaped like the famed Mercedes-Benz Stadium itself.

Eating deep-fried cheese curds is an essential part of any visit to Wisconsin, and there’s no better place to try them than at a Green Bay Packers game. 1919 Kitchen and Tap is a gastropub at the Lambeau Field stadium that serves a great version of the dish, dusting squeaky cheese curds with a tasty Parmesan breading before frying. The perfect snack for any Cheesehead cheering on from the stands, each crunchy bite is even more delicious when dipped in the tasty romesco sauce that comes on the side.

No Los Angeles Dodgers home match is complete without a legendary Dodger Dog (often referred to as the most iconic hot dog in baseball) –and, thankfully, Dodger Stadium sells them by the bucket load. To make this tasty handheld, which has been a favorite since 1962, a 10-inch pork dog is slotted into a long roll and usually topped with a mix of ketchup, mustard, diced onions, and relish. It may be simple, but it’s a classic for a reason.

The quality of burgers at a game can vary wildly, but Yankee Stadium has a sure-fire hit on its hands: the 99 Burger. Launched in 2023 to honor New York Yankees player Aaron Judge, this giant option – two wagyu beef patties, American cheese, caramelized onions, secret sauce, and dill pickles in a brioche bun – is definitely worth seeking out. That is, if you’re able to; only 99 burgers are made per game.

You can’t go to a baseball game in Philadelphia without indulging in a classic Philly cheesesteak, and the ones Tony Luke's dishes out at Ashburn Alley in Citizens Bank Park, home of the Philadelphia Phillies, are excellent. The iconic beef cheesesteak is the way to go (though you can also opt for roast pork); it comes served with your choice of sharp provolone, American cheese, or Cheese Whiz. Make a meal out of it with a side of curly fries.

With a name like Great American Ball Park, the home of the Cincinnati Reds needs to have some classic all-American food on offer. This ball field certainly delivers, thanks to Cincinnati mainstay Skyline Chili, the purveyor of an ultra-cheesy Coney dog. Available at the baseball stadium (and Paycor Stadium for any Cincinnati Bengals fans), it's essentially a hot dog in a steamed bun, topped with diced onions and Skyline’s secret recipe chili, and finished off with a mountain of grated Cheddar cheese. Whether served with a side of baseball or football, it's impossible to beat.

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Last updated by Laura Ellis.