And with Major League Baseball on the cusp of Opening Day, it’s baseball on everyone’s mind—from coast to coast. They are excited about all of the exciting plays being made this season! Ballpark food is hitting its own home runs these days. This year, they’re packed with an exhilarating new assortment of food and drink offerings that’ll have you salivating. Levy Restaurants is energizing a culinary revolution that’s rolling across the country. At all seven stadiums, they’re blending local culinary traditions with ballpark favorites to design unique, made-from-scratch menus.
One of the biggest stories this season is the introduction of a greater variety of value-priced food and drink options. With 26 different offerings on the creations value menu, it’s the biggest spread of such fare ever seen at the ballpark. This includes four new food items: Pocky Stix, Jalapeño Popcorn, Little Bites Mini Muffins, and Tostitos-n-Guac Snack Pack. These available options make it possible for fans to mix and match, savoring different flavors without stretching their budgets.
At T-Mobile Park, fans can stay cool with a range of refreshing 20-ounce drinks. Treat yourself to frozen favorites including Frozen Mangonado, Frozen Basil Lemonade, Frozen Piña Colada and Mariners Lemonade! Malcolm Rogel, Deputy Chief Planning Officer at DART, praised the new offerings.
"We are very excited to once again provide fans at T-Mobile Park with what we believe is the best ballpark menu in baseball," said Malcolm Rogel.
A Culinary Journey Across Stadiums
East Coast Delights
The Chessie sandwich, at Camden Yards, home of the Baltimore Orioles, truly steals the culinary show. It artfully highlights the cream of the Maryland crop, everything tucked conveniently onto one tasty sandwich. Meanwhile, The Warehouse Burger honors the Camden Yards landmark with just as hearty flavor bomb.
Nationals Park is introducing three brand-new concessions to give fans plenty of flavor this season. Washington Nationals fans should prepare for a delicious ballpark experience! The venue’s culinary team have proven time and again to be innovators, and with unexpected and delightful culinary spins.
In Chicago, Wrigley Field’s Change-Up Kitchen gets in the act, featuring a new menu creation every homestand and rotating them throughout the season. The new kitchen will continue to host guest chefs who’ll create amazing culinary experiences. … and they’ll actually spend time connecting with their fans. Here are some reflections from David Burns about their experience with the initiative.
"As chefs we're always looking for ways to bring our culinary community into the venue, and we created a rotating menu as a platform to showcase more of the iconic flavors of Chicago," said David Burns.
Western Wonders
Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles is adding to its expansive culinary lineup with four new bites in 2023. Fans will be treated to a dynamic collection of flavors, all influenced by the colorful culinary culture of the city itself.
Chase Field launches a Sonoran-style take on a ballpark staple, bringing a distinctly regional flavor to its concession stands. This exciting new addition is sure to please the thousands of fans who clamor for unusual flavors.
At T-Mobile Park in Seattle, you can treat yourself to the amazing creations of Nakagawa Sushi. They have a really good variety of rolls, from the usual Vegetable and California Rolls to the Seattle Roll, Shiso Hama Roll and Mariner Combo. The King's Court Turkey Leg makes a triumphant return at the new King's Court stand, providing a hearty option for those with bigger appetites.
Midwest Marvels
Served during the baseball season at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, The Jibarito Sandwich puts a unique spin on a classic Windy City entré. This bold new version of a Chicago original, incorporating fresh ingredients and bright flavors, will no doubt have fans lining up for a taste unlike any other.
Levy Restaurants’ chefs have learned their craft in the world’s finest restaurant kitchens. Now, they’re applying that know-how to raising the culinary bar in ballparks. During his presentation, David Burns gave due credit to the culinary genius responsible for these delicious desserts.
"Some might be surprised that the Levy chefs behind what we serve at Wrigley Field — and at ballparks across the country — have trained in some of the best restaurant kitchens. We also live in a world-class food city that blends influences from so many cultures," said David Burns.
Unique Offerings and Regional Flavors
The Parrillada Board seen at one of the stadiums serves a mouthwatering trio of grilled skirt steak, chicken breast and sausage. It’s served with the most yummy smashed potatoes, roasted veggies, and bright condiments including chimichurri verde, chimichurri rojo, and cilantro sauce. This overflowing meat and potato dish is sure to leave even the pickiest diners impressed.
Tossed Wings are another exciting addition made to order and served with a choice of house-made Buffalo or barbecue sauce, bleu cheese, celery, and carrots. This timeless creation will take wing connoisseurs’ minds from classic to enlightened and will be a fan favorite from day one.
In tandem with these vendors, Major League Baseball recently partnered with some interesting new culinary options. Viewers received a sneak preview of what’s in store this Opening Day via “Good Morning America.”
"Good Morning America" tapped Major League Baseball and its vendors to reveal some of the best new ballpark bites and give fans an early taste of what's on deck this Opening Day.
