Discover NEW Food Offerings at the 2025 State Fair of Texas
The Big Tex Choice Awards winners get a lot of attention, but there are many more NEW food items hitting concession stand menus this year. In addition to your existing favorites (Hello, Fletcher's Corny Dog!) we'd like to help you discover some of our client’s NEW tasty treats worthy of your coupons.
FERNIE’S FUNNEL CAKES
Meat Lovers Crunchy Calzone
Get ready for a flavor-packed bite with this crispy, deep-fried Italian-style creation! A fluffy flour tortilla is loaded with shredded mozzarella, spicy, diced pepperoni and salami, and seasoned ground beef, all topped with a bold, zesty red sauce full of Italian herbs—then folded and fried to golden perfection. It’s like your favorite meat lover’s calzone, wrapped and ready to go. Served with homemade mozzarella bites that are cut fresh from the block, triple-dipped, and fried until crispy on the outside and melty inside with a side of ranch and marinara for dipping. Finished with fresh basil and an optional sprinkle of parmesan, every bite of the Meat Lovers Crunchy Calzone is a savory, cheesy, crunchy celebration.
OFFERED AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:
The Dock (corner of Nimitz & Keating inside Embarcadero Building) N10
Fernie’s Funnel Cake Factory (In front of The Old Mill Inn) G1
FERNIE’S FUNNEL CAKES
Sub-Lime-ly Berrylicious Cooler
Sweet ripe strawberries, zesty limes and hydrating coconut water make this thirst quenching, super refreshing cooler the perfect drink for strolling around the fair! Sweet strawberry flavors are mixed with tart limeade and coconut water! With just a hint of a tropical vibe, the coconut water perfectly blends the sweet strawberries and tart limes along with providing a punch of hydration for those hot Texas days! Packed with big, bold, bright flavors, electrolytes and minerals, this delicious drink is full of great things! The more adventurous may like to add a splash of Prosecco or alcohol of their choice.
OFFERED AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:
The Dock (corner of Nimitz & Keating inside Embarcadero Building) N10
Fernie’s Skyway Porch on the Midway (Big Tex circle) M6
Fernie’s Lone Star Lounge (Embarcadero Creative Arts entrance) N18
STIFFLER’S CONCESSIONS
Pickle Bomb - Shredded dill pickle, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning, red pepper flakes, rolled, battered in bread crumbs and fried and served with Spicy Ranch (3 in a boat).
OFFERED AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:
Stiffler’s Sweet Spot at the corner of Nimitz and Keating
Stiffler’s Sweet Spot past the Midway entrance sign off of MLK Jr. on the Fun Way
STIFFLER’S CONCESSIONS
Rodeo Roper Pretzel
Saddle up for a smoky snack with Stiffler's Rodeo Lounge Rodeo Roper Pretzel! Twisted to perfection and drizzled in rich, tangy barbeque sauce, it’s a rodeo-inspired bite that ropes in bold flavor with every chew!
Located at Stiffler’s Rodeo Lounge in Bull Alley
ZABLE’S CONCESSIONS
Deviled Strawberries are strawberries filled with a cheesecake filling and topped with graham cracker crumble. Sold at Waffle Works in the Tower Building Food Court
Hawaiian Pork-King Luau Sliders (16) Made from Hawaiian Kalau pork on top of Hawaiian king slider rolls topped with a pineapple slaw and an sweet Hawaiian bbq sauce. They are served 2 to an order. Sold at Zable’s Belgian Waffle stand between the automobile and Centennial buildings at the end of the Esplanade, in front of the Hall of State (G39F).
PALMER’S HOT CHICKEN
Russell’s Key Lime Pie Bombs*
Russell’s Key Lime Pie Bombs start with homemade key lime pie mixed with extra graham cracker crust and crushed Nilla Wafers®. Rolled into bite-sized pieces, they’re hand-dipped in top-ranked pancake batter, fried golden, then topped with Chantilly cream, powdered sugar, and a sugar-coated lime jelly candy.
Located at Palmer’s Hot Chicken on Midway
ROUSSO’S CONCESIONS
Rousso's Bacon Jam Wagyu Sliders
Get ready to ride into flavor country with Rousso's Bacon Jam Wagyu Sliders! Juicy melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu beef, topped with sweet and smoky bacon jam, all stacked on a golden bun. Your mouth is watering, isn't it? These bold, little burgers pack a big punch, perfect for any hungry cowboy or cowgirl at the Fair!
Located at Rousso’s Fat Bacon on First Ave.
ROUSSO’S CONCESSIONS
Rousso’s Dubai Chocolate Bacon is the sweet-savory mashup destined to steal the spotlight at this year’s Fair. Building on the runaway success of his 2024 viral hit, Cotton Candy Bacon-on-a-Stick, Rousso reimagines his Big Tex Choice Awards finalist Dubai Chocolate Funnel Cake Fries into a decadent new bacon creation—dipped, drizzled, and ready to wow.
LOCATION: Rousso’s Fat Bacon 1st Ave and MLK Blvd at the Gate 5 entrance across from the Aquarium
FERNIE’S FUNNEL CAKES
Cool off with a Frozen Dr. Pepper. Available with a splash of Southern Comfort or as a refreshing non-alcoholic treat!
OFFERED AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:
The Dock (corner of Nimitz & Keating inside Embarcadero Building)
Fernie’s Skyway Porch on the Midway (Big Tex circle)