The tastiest time of year is right around the corner. The Florida State Fair returns to Tampa February 6-17 this year, and with it comes one of the country’s best, biggest, and wildest foodie experiences.
The Florida State Fair is, of course, known for its incredible – and creative – culinary offerings, and this year’s food features the deepest roster yet of mouthwatering dishes and crazy combinations. As always, they’ll have state fair standards like corn dogs, funnel cakes, and pretty much any meat you can imagine skewered and fried on a stick.
This year’s offerings are highlighted by 27 brand new items we can’t wait to try. The adjectives and superlatives run deep on this list, and luckily there’s something great for every variety of adventurous eater. Sweet or savory or often both at the same time. Carnivore, vegan, or cheese-obsessed. The Florida State Fair has it all this year.
Check out the full list of new items below, and in the meantime, you can get tickets for any day of festivities here. If you purchase online before February 5, you can get up to 30% off, and be sure to check the promo calendar to find discount days for kids, seniors, service industry, military and more.
This year’s fair is expected to be the biggest one yet, packed full of free entertainment, a huge selection of classic and new fair foods, one of the largest ride midways in the country, shopping, animals, exhibits, and much, much more. When you attend, we recommend downloading the Florida State Fair App (Google Play or App Store) to find locations for all food and to see the full entertainment schedule.
27 new food items at Florida State Fair 2025
- The Southern Comfort Funnel Cake – A southern twist on a fair classic! Topped with creamy, house-made sausage gravy, this crispy funnel cake delivers down-home comfort in every bite.
- Strawberry Lemonade Donut – Hand-cut yeast-raised donut frosted with lemon buttercream, rolled in strawberry lemonade crunch, and garnished with lemon gummy candy and freeze-dried strawberry slice. Served with a strawberry lemonade-filled pipette to squeeze in more flavor.
- Crack Mac – Cavatappi noodles with zesty street corn, peppers, tomatoes, and jalapeños. Topped with your choice of chicken, chorizo, or carnitas, plus ranch, Tajín, Parmesan, and fresh cilantro. A bold, flavorful twist on mac & cheese!
- Fried Pickle Mac & Cheese – Loaded fried pickle mac & cheese with a drizzle of ranch dressing. Perfect for pickle lovers and mac & cheese fanatics alike!
- Strawberry Shortcake Crunch – Soft serve vanilla ice cream served in a waffle cone rolled in fruity strawberry shortcake crunchies.
- Jolly Rancher Creamsicle – Cool, creamy and bursting with fruity flavor. The Jolly Rancher Creamsicle blends tangy slush with smooth vanilla soft serve.
- Salted Caramel Cinnamon Bun – A fluffy cinnamon bun filled with a cinnamon-sugar swirl, topped with rich, buttery salted caramel sauce. A delightful twist on a classic treat.
- Pierogi Slider – Potato & Cheese pierogi as the bun, all beef burger, grilled onions, sour cream and chives.
- What the DILL-io? – The ultimate treat for pickle and grilled cheese fans! Creamy ranch and diced dill pickles blend with mozzarella, Monterey Jack, and cheddar cheese, topped with fresh dill and grilled to perfection on a buttery bun. Drizzle on extra ranch and sprinkle fresh dill for a mouthwatering finish. Served with waffle fries. Spice it up! Ask for Cajun Style. Bacon lover? Add bacon for the perfect twist!
- Strawberries & Cream Cinnamon Roll – Grandma Brown’s original fresh baked cinnamon topped with whipped vanilla cream and fresh strawberries
- Potato Mozzarella K-Dog – Mozzarella Cheese Korean Corn Dog wrapped with potato cubes, coated with panko then deep fried.
- Pretzel Rolled Corn on the Cob – Corn on the cob brushed with mayonnaise, garlic powder, paprika and other spices, rolled in crushed pretzels.
- Seafood Boil Stuffed Potato – It all starts with our giant baked potato. We load it with butter and cheese then top it off with our seafood combo. Shrimp and sweet crab are complimented by spicy andouille sausage and sweet corn nuggets. We then ladle on our garlic butter sauce over the top for a taste sensation you won’t forget.
- Campfire Burger – We start with a freshly made bun and layer it with a flame-grilled 1/3 lb Angus beef patty. Then, we add baked beans and a slice of smoky gouda cheese, topping it all off with a hot dog split in half for the perfect finishing touch.
- BBQ Stuffed Waffle – A freshly made waffle stuffed with savory BBQ pulled pork and crispy bacon, finished with a drizzle of rich maple butter sauce.
- Baked Ziti on a Stick – Your favorite Italian dish, baked ziti, is now available with a fun fair flare! Rigatoni noodles, homemade marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese on top for an ooey gooey combo! Add a sprinkle of parm, a dash of parsley and enjoy all of this on a stick!
- Cotton Candy Tea – Sweet, refreshing iced tea with a nostalgic hint of cotton candy—fairground fun in every sip!
- Jalapeno Popper Fries – Fresh cut fries layered with cream cheese, jalapeños and bacon!
- Hot Honey Chicken Grilled Cheese – Sweet, smoky, and gooey perfection: hot honey-grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and melty Swiss cheese, all in a golden grilled cheese sandwich!
- Chocolate Dunked Bavarian Doughnut – A giant glazed Amish doughnut filled with homemade Bavarian cream and dunked in rich chocolate.
- Gourmet Chocolate Bacon Cheesecake on a Stick – New York-style cheesecake on a stick: chocolate-dipped, bacon-crunch coated, with caramel and white chocolate drizzle.
- Dad Bod – Brisket burger patty, smoked pork belly, barbecue pulled pork, cheese and pork belly jam on a toasted brioche bun.
- S’mores Chocolate Bacon – Crispy bacon coated in rich chocolate, drizzled with marshmallow cream, and topped with graham cracker crumbs for the ultimate sweet-and-savory treat!
- Soul Food Egg Roll – A crispy, deep-fried egg roll wrap stuffed with tender grilled chicken, creamy mac & cheese, and savory collard greens.
- Mexican Street Corn Baked Potato – A hearty baked potato topped with roasted corn, a creamy sauce, flavorful spices, crumbled cheese, and fresh herbs, bringing the bold, tangy flavors of street corn to every bite.
- Chili Cheese Corndog – Crispy corn dog topped with savory chili and a generous sprinkle of gooey cheese.
You can see the full list, including where to find each dish, on the state fair’s website. Get tickets to the Florida State Fair here, and make sure to check out our story detailing everything you can expect this year. From concerts and magic shows to rides and watersports, this year’s fair has it all.
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