TAMPA, Fla. – Where else can you indulge in chocolate bacon cheesecake AND baked ziti on a stick? Only at the Florida State Fair. The event runs through Feb. 17 at the Florida Fairgrounds and it’s a foodie’s paradise.
With dozens of thrilling rides, live music, high-flying circus acts and animal exhibits, the real star of the show is the food.
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The Florida State Fair is legendary for its quirky and delectable food creations and this year’s menu does not disappoint.
Baked Ziti on a Stick
Rigatoni noodles, homemade marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese.
BBQ Stuffed Waffle
Freshly made waffle with BBQ pulled pork and crispy bacon. Finished with rich maple butter sauce.
Campfire Burger
Freshly made bun layered with a flamed-grilled 1/3lb Angus beef patty, baked beans, a slice of smoky gouda cheese and a hot dog.
Chicken & Waffle Funnel Cake
Freshly made funnel cake dusted with powdered sugar, topped with hand-battered chicken and maple syrup.
Chili Cheese Corndog
Crispy corndog topped with chili and cheese.
Chocolate Dunked Bavarian Doughnut
Glazed doughnut filled with homemade Bavarian Cream and dunked in rich chocolate.
Cotton Candy Tea
Iced tea with a hint of cotton candy.
Crack Mac
Cavatappi noodles with street corn, peppers, tomatoes and jalapenos. Topped with either chicken, chorizo, or carnitas.
Dad Bod
Brisket burger patty, smoked pork belly, barbecue pulled pork, cheese and pork belly jam on a toasted brioche bun.
Fried Pickle Mac & Cheese
Loaded fired pickle mac & cheese with ranch dressing.
Gourmet Chocolate Bacon Cheesecake on a Stick
New York-style cheesecake, dipped in chocolate, coated with bacon-crunch. Topped with caramel and chocolate drizzle.
Hot Honey Chicken Grilled Cheese
Hot honey grilled chicken, crispy bacon and melted Swiss cheese.
Jalapeno Popper Fries
Fresh cut fries layered with cream cheese, jalapenos and bacon.
Jolly Rancher Creamsicle
Tangy, fruit flavor slushy with vanilla soft serve ice cream.
Mexican Street Corn Baked Potato
Baked potato filled with roasted corn, creamy sauce, spices and crumbled cheese.
Pierogi Slider
Beef burger, grilled onions, sour cream and chives smothered between potato and cheese pierogis.
Potato Mozzarella KDog
Mozzarella cheese Korean corn dog wrapped with potato cubs, coated with panko crumbs then deep fried.
Pretzel Rolled Corn on the Cob
Corn on the cob brushed with mayonnaise and other spices, rolled in crushed pretzels.
Salted Caramel Cinnamon Bun
Cinnamon bun filled with cinnamon-sugar swirl, topped with salted caramel sauce.
Seafood Boil Stuffed Potato
Giant baked potato loaded with butter and cheese. Topped off with shrimp, sweet crab, spicy andouille sausage and sweet corn nuggets. Covered with garlic butter sauce.
Soul Food Egg Roll
Deep-fried egg roll wrapped around grilled chicken, mac & cheese and collard greens.
S’mores Chocolate Bacon
Crispy bacon coated in chocolate, drizzled with marshmallow cream and topped with graham cracker crumbs.
Strawberries & Cream Cinnamon Roll
Fresh baked cinnamon roll topped with whipped vanilla cream and fresh strawberries.
Strawberry Shortcake Crunch
Soft serve vanilla ice cream served in a waffle cone, rolled in strawberry shortcake crunchies.
Strawberry Lemonade Donut
Frosted with lemon buttercream, rolled in strawberry lemonade crunch and garnished with lemon gummy candy and a freeze-dried strawberry. Served with a strawberry lemonade-filled pipette.
The Southern Comfort Funnel Cake
Funnel cake topped with creamy, house-made sausage gravy.
What the Dill-io?
Grilled cheese sandwich with ranch and diced dill pickles. Served with waffle fries.
The Florida State Fair is located at 4800 US Hwy. 301 North , Tampa FL 33610. You can find ticket information here.