The Best Ballpark Foods of 2019: Top MLB Stadium Indulgences
Peanuts and Cracker Jack may be baseball classics celebrated in the sport's greatest anthem, but concession stands have evolved into hubs of gourmet innovation. From tres leches milkshakes paired with churros to Frito-battered foot-longs topped with queso blanco, MLB stadiums in 2019 offered decadent delights. Explore these standout foods—and brace for the indulgence.
Gourmet Shakes at Yankee Stadium (New York Yankees)
Yankee Stadium's Gourmet Shakes capture the viral milkshake trend with creative flavors served in souvenir cups for $14.99. Highlights include the Tres Leches shake (churros, tres leches cake, condensed milk, puffed rice) and Celebration Shake (birthday cake frosting, full Funfetti cupcakes).
Fritos Pie Corn Dog at Minute Maid Park (Houston Astros)
The Astros elevate the iconic Frito pie with the Frito Pie Corn Dog: a foot-long hot dog battered in Fritos, topped with queso blanco and Texas chili, then nestled in a bun.
The Blooper Burger at SunTrust Park (Atlanta Braves)
This $26 behemoth, named after the Braves' mascot, stacks four cheeseburger patties, a foot-long hot dog, chicken tenders, jalapeños, cheese sauce, lettuce, tomato, and onions between Texas toast slices—perfect for sharing.
Dessert Sweet Potato Fries at Guaranteed Rate Field (Chicago White Sox)
Loaded fries dominate, but the Dessert Sweet Potato Fries stand out with powdered sugar, chopped pecans, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and Nutella. Savory alternatives include Buffalo Chicken Fries (shredded chicken, blue cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch), Greek Fries (gyro meat, feta, tomatoes, tzatziki), and Irish Fries (nacho cheese, bacon, sour cream, chives).
The Fowl Pole at Globe Life Park (Texas Rangers)
True to Texas scale, the $27.50 Fowl Pole is a two-pound chicken tender on waffle fries with honey mustard and ranch dips. Ideal for group sharing.
The Pittsburgh Cone at PNC Park (Pittsburgh Pirates)
A savory-sweet fusion, the Pittsburgh Cone packs kielbasa, pierogi, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing into a waffle cone—a modern twist on classics.
BBQ Brisket Tots at Kauffman Stadium (Kansas City Royals)
Kansas City's BBQ prowess shines in Brisket Topped Tots: smoked brisket, white queso, BBQ sauce, and green onions served in a souvenir helmet bowl.
Funnel Cake Poutine at Rogers Centre (Toronto Blue Jays)
A sweet Canadian twist, this Funnel Cake Poutine features deep-fried funnel cake topped with ice cream, chocolate, caramel, and marshmallows—reimagining poutine with dessert flair.
