The State Fair of Texas offers every type of food you can imagine—and some that you can’t! Many of these tasty treats are discounted on Thrifty Thursdays, but you don’t have to wait for Thursday to get more bang for your buck. Make every coupon count with this list of some of the foods available for 10 coupons or less every day of the Fair!
#1 Brisket Mac and Cheese
Price: 8 coupons
Brisket and mac and cheese are two of the most beloved foods in the South, and they’re even better together! Find this mouthwatering combination at Ferris Wheelers on the Funway.
#2 Footlong Churro
Price: 6 coupons
Deliciously deep-fried and coated in cinnamon and sugar, this footlong churro is sure to satisfy even the sweetest tooth! Find it at Lerma’s Gorditas and Fajitas at Cotton Bowl Plaza.
#3 Fried Banana Pudding
Price: 6 coupons
Every dessert is made better by a quick dive in the deep fryer, and banana pudding is no exception! Find this treat at Texas Holy Fried Ribs and Fusion Barbecue in the Tower Building.
#4 Loaded Queso Fries
Price: 10 coupons
Grab some napkins and settle in! This dish is new to the fairgrounds, and it consists of a hefty portion of crinkle-cut fries topped with queso, bacon bits, pico de gallo, jalapenos, and sour cream. Find it at The Spicy Hut across from the Hall of State on the Esplanade.
#5 Cucumber Mint Lemonade
Price: 6 coupons
It’s a winning combination: crisp cucumber, refreshing mint, and good old-fashioned lemonade. This drink can’t be beat! Find it at Mac Loaded on Nimitz.
#6 Fried PB&J
Price: 10 coupons
This shareable treat is a fried twist on a childhood favorite: the peanut butter and jelly sandwich! Filled with peanut butter and your choice of strawberry or grape jelly, this creation from Abel “Fried Jesus” Gonzalez is quite the crowd pleaser. Find it at Vandalay Industries on Nimitz.
#7 Pizza by the Giant Slice
Price: 9 coupons
If you’re headed to the Livestock area, look for these Texas-sized slices at Chow! Find it on the first floor of the Briscoe Carpenter Livestock Center, located right next to the Pan Am Gate.
#8 Chee-Lote
Price: 8 coupons
This is a new take on the famous Corn in a Cup, which is beloved by street foodies everywhere. Topped with Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, this portable treat is sure to bring the heat! Find it at Pizza & Nachos in Cotton Bowl Plaza.
#9 Candy Apples
Price: 7 coupons
Can’t go wrong with a Fair classic! Sweet Connie’s Candy Apple Shoppe offers hand-dipped candy and caramel apples at four locations across the fairgrounds: Lone Star Boulevard, MLK Jr., Boulevard, down Nimitz Avenue, and the Funway.
#10 Boba Tea
Price: 8 coupons
This fan favorite features soft tapioca pearls and is available in three flavors: Mango Iced Tea, Peach Iced Tea, and Milk Tea. Get it at Stuffed Wings in the Tower Building.
#11 Fried Spicy Beef Empanada
Price: 5 coupons
Bringing the flavors of Argentina to Texas, this dish consists of ground beef sautéed with a hard-boiled egg, green olives, aji peppers, salt, pepper, olive oil, and a spice blend, all wrapped up in a pastry and fried until crispy. Find it at Chimichurri and Milagro Taco outside of the Automobile Building near Big Tex Circle.
#12 Fried Double-Stuffed Oreos
Price: 10 coupons
This is an all-time favorite! The famous cookie is dunked in batter and deep-fried to golden perfection for the perfect, chocolate-y bite. Find it at Stiffler’s Sweet Spot on Nimitz.
#13 Strawberries and Cream
Price: 8 coupons
Want a break from fried food? This dessert combines the tart sweetness of fresh strawberries with the silky lusciousness of hand-whipped cream. Find it at Fruteria Cano on the Midway or inside the Tower Building, or at La Huasteca on Lone Star Boulevard.
#14 Chicken and Waffle Sliders
Price: 10 coupons
Sweet and savory come to life with these bite-sized sliders. Get two for 10 coupons to share with your fellow fairgoer! Find them at Darlin’s Chicken & Waffles in the Tower Building.
#15 Aguas Frescas
Price: 6 – 8 coupons
These deliciously refreshing drinks are available in two sizes (24 or 32 oz) and a variety of flavors—including horchata, melon, hibiscus, cucumber, watermelon, and pineapple! Find them at Fruteria Cano on the Midway or inside the Tower Building, or at La Huasteca on Lone Star Boulevard.
#16 Deep-Fried Pop Tart
Price: 9 coupons
For those looking to indulge, this treat consists of a s’mores Pop Tart dipped in funnel cake batter, rolled in Coco Puff cereal, deep-fried to golden perfection, and topped with whip cream and chocolate sauce. Wowie! Find this over-the-top treat at Holy Biscuit in the Tower Building.
#17 Fried Dumplings
Price: 8 coupons
Looking for something simple, yet satisfying? These Fried Dumplings are accompanied by a side of soy sauce and contain a mix of chicken, veggies, and spices to make the perfect bite. Find it at Stuffed Wings in the Tower Building.
#18 Breakfast Tacos
Price: 5 coupons
For early risers, Lupita’s Gorditas on the Midway offers a corn or flour tortilla with your choice of fillings. Choose any combination of eggs, chorizo, bacon, sausage, potatoes, onions, or beans topped with red or green salsa.
#19 Sweet Potato Pie
Price: 6 coupons
This southern classic is everything you look for in a dessert—a scrumptious blend of flavors and textures that will remind you of holidays gone by. Grab a slice at Milton’s Funnel Cake inside the Tower Building.
#20 Soft Frozen Sweet Tea
Price: 7 coupons
What’s the only thing better than iced tea? Frozen tea! This icy beverage is available at Darn Good Corn on the Midway.
#21 Deep Fried Praline Cheesecake Egg Roll
Price: 6 coupons
It’s cheesecake on the go! This treat consists of cheesecake filling inside of an egg roll wrapper topped with praline sauce and candied pecans. Find it at Mac Loaded on Nimitz.
#22 Corny Dog
Price: 7 coupons
This list wouldn’t be complete without Fletcher’s Original Corny Dog, topped with your choice of ketchup or mustard—or both! The Veggie Corny Dog (a vegetarian iteration of the classic dog) is also available for 8 coupons. You can find them at seven stands throughout the fairgrounds, but you might want to visit the location next to Big Tex to grab a picture and a bite!