It's no secret one of the big draws of the fair is all the delicious fried foods! But what happens during the off-season when you get a craving for fair food? We’ve rounded up local restaurants where you can find your State Fair faves any time of the year -- including where to find some of the State Fair food vendors' brick-and-mortar locations!
Updated October 2024
Community Beer Co
Known for fun and unique beers year-round, Community Beer Company celebrated the fair this year with Funnel Cake Ale! This Golden Ale is brewed with malted wheat to add a bready taste, and infused with Madagascar vanilla beans to create funnel cake sweetness. Check out their website or head to their taproom for this delicious beer and many more!
West Dallas | Directions
Cris and John
It's no secret that the State Fair serves up some of the most unique fusion foods and flavors you can find. Cris and John has fusion food down to a science: their Vietnamese street food with a Mexican twist has quite the cult following all year round. Check out their ramen burritos, pho burgers, bao bun tacos, loaded fries, churros, and more!
Far North Dallas | Directions
Drizzle Cheesecakes (coming soon)
This Big Tex Choice Winner won the "sweet" category in 2023 for their delicious Biscoff Delight! Soon, you'll be able to find them at Toyota Music Factory serving up over-the-top dipped cheesecakes in rich flavors like like Hazelnut Deluxe, Peanut Butter Dreams, Churro Crumble, Oreo Wonder, Red Velvet, Strawberry Crunch...the list goes on! Check their social media for updates on the opening.
Irving | Directions
Fletcher's Corny Dogs
A State Fair of Texas favorite for over 80 years, Fletcher’s knows how to make delicious Corny Dogs! In fact, they sell over 500,000 of them at the fair each year. Menu highlights include the classic Original, spicy Jalapeno and Cheese, and the gooey Cheesy Pup. Check out their truck year-round at Klyde Warren Park! You can even book it for a pop-up event, book one for catering, or have the corny dogs shipped directly to you!
Uptown | Directions
Funnel Cake Paradise
Funnel Cake Paradise is pretty much fair food paradise year round! Choose from 69 different delicious funnel cakes. Stick to a classic funnel cake topping like strawberries or chocolate, or get adventurous with flavors like key lime or red velvet! They even offer savory funnel cake flavors like pizza and chili cheese!
Southwest Dallas | Directions
Fried Daze
The name says it all – this menu of fried food will put you in a daze. This affordable and casual family-owned spot has been an Arlington staple for years. Their Fried Oreo Churro is one of their best sweet treats, but they also offer po boys, baskets, grilled plates, pastas, and even boba tea! No matter what your fried food preferences are, they have something delicious for everyone.
Arlington | Directions
Martin House Brewing
If you were a fan of the more obscure beer flavors at the fair this year, like the Cotton Candy Bacon Beer, hop on over to Martin House! They're no stranger to wild flavors, creating some wild brews year round like Best Maid Pickle Beer, Apple Pie Marshmallow Stout, and more. Find their beer at the taproom or several retailers across DFW.
Fort Worth | Directions
Me Enloteces
One of our favorite things to get at the fair (or honestly anytime) is elote, and this adorable pink food stand has some of the best in town. Try creative takes like Flamin Hot Elote on a Cob, Ramen Elote, and even a Loaded Dorito Elote Tray! Wash it all down with an agua fresca and fresas con crema.
Bishop Arts District | Directions
Pizza Buzz
Pickle pizza made waves this year at the State Fair of Texas, and the number one spot to find it in DFW is Pizza Buzz! Their Dill Pickle Pizza is topped with pickles, mozzarella cheese, garlic sauce, and a drizzle of homemade Ranch dressing. Pickle lover or not, don't knock it 'til you try it!
Watauga | Directions
Sandoitchi
If you missed these viral Japanese-style sandos at the fair this year, you're in luck! Previously only a pop-up, Sandoitchi has a permanent location Downtown, serving up sweet and savory, fluffy sandwiches like you've never had before. Our favorites include the Egg Salad Sando, Strawberry and Matcha Cream Sando, and the Spicy Truffle Chicken Katsu Sando!
Downtown | Directions
Smokey John's Bar-B-Que
There's nothing more Texan than barbecue at the State Fair...or anywhere, anytime, for that matter. Whether you're craving turkey legs, brisket, fried catfish, or even loaded tater tots, Smokey John's has you covered. Their restaurant menu is a bit more tame than what they serve up at the fair, but just as delicious!
Medical District | Directions
Truck Yard
This beer garden and adult playground has the same upbeat and fun atmosphere as the fair, but year-round! Choose from dozens of food truck options with menus reminiscent of the fair, like Philly Cheese Steaks or Philly Cheese Nachos. So, grab your friends for some brews, grub, and tunes!
Multiple locations | See locations
Tupps Brewery
For those with a sweet tooth, Tupps has Cotton Candy Beer! This blonde ale is a unique twist on a classic State Fair treat, designed to give you that top of the ferris wheel feeling anywhere. Check out Tupp’s rotating beer calendar for flavors like this beer and others!
McKinney | Directions
UnicornDog
Check out this bright yellow drive-thru in Irving for two fair classics: Corn Dogs and Funnel Cake! If you're like many Texans and discovered the magic of Korean corn dogs this year at the fair, you'll be delighted to find them here! Menu highlights include the cheddar dog, mozzarella on a stick, and chicken on a stick. Pair any of those with one of their pick-your-topping funnel cakes for the ultimate fair experience!
Irving | Directions
