By Tricia White
The State Fair of Texas just announced six brand new food vendors, a new seating area, and seven new food stands for the 2024 lineup. Offering new and unique foods and experiences for all at the Most Texan Place on Earth, the Fair prides itself on its hand-picked selection of vendors and concessionaires who bring in droves of fairgoers each year and keep them coming back for more year after year.
The following new concessions that are “fixin’” to be at the 2024 State Fair of Texas:
The State Fair of Texas just announced six brand new food vendors, a new seating area, and seven new food stands for the 2024 lineup.
NEW 2024 STATE FAIR OF TEXAS VENDORS
RITA’S ITALIAN ICE
Located on Grand Avenue
Rita’s Italian Ice is serving up the ultimate refreshment with their Fair-ly new signature menu item the Cool Combo. This layered treat features freshly made Italian ice paired with a generous layer of rich, creamy vanilla frozen custard. Made fresh daily, the Italian ice is crafted with gluten-free ingredients and fresh fruit, offering a refreshing option for everyone. Fairgoers can choose from five delicious flavors: blue raspberry, cotton candy, mango, mango-strawberry, and sugar-free dragon fruit. It’s the perfect blend of smooth, sweet, and icy to cool you down on a hot day!
KOREAN CORN DOGS
Located on Coliseum Drive
Corn dogs are a fair food staple, and this year, we’re kicking it up a notch. Korean corn dogs are making their hot and spicy State Fair debut with the introduction of the Hot Cheetos® Korean Corn Dog. These Korean corn dogs are half hot dog and half mozzarella cheese, battered with wheat and rice flour, coated with panko breadcrumbs, and deep-fried for an extra crispy crunch. The fun doesn’t stop there! This delectable dog gets an even tangier flavor once it is coated with spicy mayo. To tie it all together, it is then coated with Hot Cheetos® crumbs.
CREPES AND CO.
Located in the Tower Building
Crepes and Co. is ready to wow your taste buds with their new Fried Apple Cinnamon Crepe, a deep-fried masterpiece that takes indulgence to the next level. A crisp, golden crepe is filled with creamy Biscoff® cookie butter spread and sweet, caramelized apple cinnamon. It’s then topped with additional caramelized apples and a sprinkle of cinnamon, creating layers of flavor and texture. To elevate this treat even further, it’s served with Biscoff® mousse, fluffy whipped cream, and a crunchy Biscoff® cookie on the side. This creation is all about adding a Texas twist to a French favorite. Get ready for a truly magnifique dessert experience that combines crispy, sweet, and creamy in every bite. À la vôtre!
SO EGGCITING DEVILED EGGS
Located in the Tower Building
Introducing So Eggciting Deviled Eggs, here to bring bold flavors to beloved classics! Their signature creation, the Texas BBQ Rib Deviled Eggs, is a mouthwatering twist on the classic deviled egg. With the creamy, savory traditional deviled egg filling you know and love, this treat is topped with crisp coleslaw and tender barbecue rib meat tossed in a beer barbecue sauce. It’s the perfect mix of smoky, tangy, and rich flavors all in one bite. Get ready to indulge in an egg-cellent experience that’s sure to be a State Fair favorite!
SMITH SPOT BBQ
Located in the Tower Building
Smith Spot BBQ is serving up something unforgettable for their debut at the State Fair of Texas. Their signature dish, “The Nephew,” is inspired by owner Terrance Smith’s nephew and combines the best of sweet and savory. Picture this: a warm glazed donut topped with tender brisket, gooey mozzarella cheese, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar. It’s a flavor-packed creation that’s sure to satisfy every craving.
THE DUMPLING EXPERIENCE
Located in the Funway
The Dumpling Experience is bringing a taste of tradition to the State Fair of Texas. Inspired by the cherished family tradition of making dumplings together, The Dumpling Experience is offering three mouthwatering varieties: pork and vegetable, chicken and vegetable, and edamame. Grilled to perfection and topped with sliced green onions and cilantro, these dumplings can be customized with one of five flavorful sauces, including ponzu lime, Thai chili, sriracha, homemade barbecue, and the fiery reaper barbecue. Get ready to explore fun new flavors and create your own perfect dumpling experience!
NEW 2024 STATE FAIR OF TEXAS SEATING AREA
THE CAVALCADE
Located on Gateway
Calling all bacon lovers! Experience everything wrapped in bacon along with their new signature menu item, the Candied Pork Belly Bacon Bites. Try your classic fair foods with a twist; funnel cake with brisket or spicy chicken and bacon-wrapped turkey legs. Inspired by the 1936 Texas Centennial, fairgoers can experience a variety of foods, from sweet and savory to hot and cold. In the meantime, relax at the large seating area with a live DJ and a wall that will showcase vintage movies. Also, don’t forget to take a selfie with Neon Big Tex and cool down with a Cavalcade Cool Down Sundae!
NEW 2024 STATE FAIR OF TEXAS FOOD STANDS
SMASHED BY NEVINS CONCESSIONS
Located on Gateway
Celebrating their 75th Anniversary at the State Fair, Nevins Concessions is pleased to present their reimagined food stand, Smashed by Nevins Concessions! Their menu includes five smashed patty burgers named in honor of the generational owners of Nevins Concessions: The Joe, The Gary, The Tami Jo, The Josey, and The Kent. Their signature smash burger, The Joe, is a delicious two-patty smash burger with American cheese, crispy bacon, fried jalapeño caps, and a sunny-side-up egg!
WAFFLE WORKS
Located in the Tower Building
Debuting at this year’s State Fair of Texas are the Waffle Works’ Waffle Stix– a warm, sweet, fluffy waffle on-a-stick dipped in the finest Belgian milk, white, or dark chocolate. These stix are then hand-rolled in your choice of candy toppings like crunchy salted caramel pearls, chocolate chips, M&M’S® Minis, marshmallows, and candy sprinkles, adding a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. At Waffle Works, you can find both sweet and savory delights, ranging from Waffle Stix, chicken, and waffles, fresh strawberries with Belgian chocolate, and bacon mac and cheese egg rolls.
MILTON’S AMISH DOUGHNUTS
Located on Grand Avenue
Of course, everything is bigger in Texas, and these Amish sourdough, Texas-sized doughnuts are no exception! Handcrafted from scratch with the freshest ingredients, these fluffy sourdough treats are fried to golden perfection and dipped in sweet vanilla glaze, delivering a burst of intricate flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Watch the magic unfold with their viewing window, which gives you an insider’s look into the doughnut-making process.
DOLE SOFT SERVE®
Located on Coliseum Drive
Beat the Texas heat with a cool and spicy twist: Introducing the TAJIN™ TWIST SUNDAE! There’s nothing more satisfying than this ice-cold treat. The TAJIN™ TWIST SUNDAE is available in your choice of pineapple, strawberry, or a delightful swirl. This refreshing sundae is topped with a combination of chili lime Tajin™ seasoning and Chamoy Mega sauce, offering a perfect blend of sweet and spicy to two-step your taste buds.
KONA ICE
Located on First Avenue
Keep cool and treat your taste buds to fun and exciting flavors of shaved ice. Ten of the most popular flavors will be featured, giving you the freedom to invent your flavorful creation and enjoy endless combinations. From Tiger’s Blood to Monster Mango, create the flavor combinations of your dreams. As a one-of-a-kind, gourmet shaved ice experience, Kona Ice will keep you cool and refreshed on a hot Texas day.
JOHNZ DELI
Located in Cotton Bowl Plaza
Welcoming the Big Apple to the Big D, New York City comes to the State Fair of Texas with a new concept, Johnz Deli. Their signature item, the Pastrami sandwich, features a generous portion of juicy, prime pastrami prepared in the traditional New York Deli method with the flair of a Texas smokehouse. It is then served on fresh-baked seedless rye bread with stone-grown mustard and a kosher pickle spear with a side of steak fries.
PAT’S PIZZA & SUBS
Located on Coliseum Drive
Say howdy to Pat’s Pizza & subs, featuring the Mexican Street Corn. This unique fusion consists of a delicious, charred crust topped with chipotle mayo, yellow corn, chili powder, cilantro, and cotija cheese. A unique twist on Italian staples!
