You don’t have to spend big to eat big at the State Fair of Texas! From legendary Fletcher’s™ Original Corny Dogs to over-the-top new creations, there are plenty of delicious eats and drinks for 10 coupons or less all across Fair Park. Here’s your guide to the best wallet-friendly bites — and where to find them.
Crazy Fair Concoctions
Because where else can you find pickles wrapped in candy or cheesecake inside a jalapeño popper?
Apple Pie Egg Roll at Cheap Eats by Vandalay Industries – 7 coupons
Located at: Funway
Baby Texas Sugar Rush at Candy Pickles & Dipped Fruit – 10 coupons
Located at: Funway
Candy Lemon Sour Face at Candy Pickles and Dipped Fruit – 8 coupons
Located at: Funway
Churro Cheesecake Jalapeño Popper at Velasquez Catering and Concessions – 8 coupons
Located at: Funway & MLK Blvd
Fiesta Chamoy Pickle Bowl at Candy Pickles & Dipped Fruit – 10 coupons
Located at: Funway
Fried Butter at Vandalay Industries – 10 coupons
Located at: Nimitz
Fried Pineapple Rings at K&A Funnel Cakes – 8 coupons
Located at: Funway
Fruity Pebble Pickles at Candy Pickles & Dipped Fruit – 10 coupons
Located at: Funway
The Hot Cheeto® Pickle at Candy Pickles & Dipped Fruit – 10 coupons
Located at: Funway
Praline Cheesecake Egg Roll at Mac Loaded – 8 coupons
Located at: Nimitz
Unicorn Candy Pineapple at Candy Pickles & Dipped Fruit – 8 coupons
Located at: Funway
State Fair Classics
These timeless Fair favorites never go out of style.
Foot Long Corn Dogs at Footlong Corndogs – 10 coupons
Located at: Cotton Bowl Plaza
Foot Long Corn Dog at Sweet Connie’s – 10 coupons
Located at: Throughout the Fairgrounds
Frito Chili Pie at Highland Park Soda Fountain – 10 coupons
Located at: Tower Building
Funnel Cake at Milton’s Turkey Legs & Funnel Cakes – 10 coupons
Located at: Front/DART Gate
Funnel Cake Fries at Ferris Wheelers – 8 coupons
Located at: Funway
Giant Amish Doughnut at Milton’s Amish Doughnuts – 8 coupons
Located at: Lonestar Blvd.
Jalapeño & Cheese Corny Dog at Fletcher’s – 9 coupons
Located throughout the Fairgrounds
Nachos at Texas Steak Out – 9 coupons
Located at: Funway
Original Corny Dog at Fletcher’s – 8 coupons
Located throughout the Fairgrounds
Original Funnel Cake at Funnel Cake – 10 coupons
Located at: Funway
Original Funnel Cake at Funnel Cake Factory – 10 coupons
Located at: Funway
OG Cinnamon Roll by Shug’s Cinnamon Rolls – 10 coupons
Located at: Tower Building
Pepperoni Pizza by the Slice at Texapolitan – 10 coupons
Located at: Grand Area
Pizza at Pizza by the Giant Slice, and Pizza, Funnel Cakes & Lemonade – 10 coupons
Located at: Tower Building & Midway
Pizza at Lonestar Pizza – 10 coupons
Located at: Nimitz
Roasted Corn at Darn Good Corn – 10 coupons
Located at: Midway
Tamales at Pedro’s Tamales – 4–10 coupons
Located at: Tower Building
Tamale Boat at Pedro’s Tamale – 10 coupons
Located at: Tower Building
Veggie Corny Dog at Fletcher’s – 9 coupons
Located throughout the Fairgrounds
Wild Corn Wheels at Pizza and Nachos – 8 coupons
Located at: Cotton Bowl Plaza
Picky Eater Approved
Simple, familiar, and delicious — perfect for kids or anyone craving the classics.
Bucket of Frys at Tracy’s Frys – 10 coupons
Located at: Cotton Bowl Plaza
Burger at Jacks Frys – 10 coupons
Located at: Cotton Bowl Plaza
Cheese Pizza at Pizza & Nachos – 5 coupons
Located at: Cotton Bowl Plaza
Crispy Tacos at Jacks Mexican Foods – 8 coupons
Located at: Cotton Bowl Plaza
Chicken Tenders at Sweet Connie’s – 8 coupons
Located throughout the Fairgrounds
Egg Roll at Chan’s Chicken on a Stick – 4 coupons
Located near Top O’ Texas Tower
Grilled Cheese Sandwich at Highland Park Soda Fountain – 10 coupons
Located at: Tower Building
Jacks Frys at Jacks Frys – 7 coupons
Located at: Cotton Bowl Plaza
The Kent at Smashed by Nevis – 10 coupons
Located near Top O’ Texas Tower
Mac-N-Cheese at Smith Spot BBQ – 5 coupons
Located at: Tower Building
Mini Corn Dogs at Cheap Eats by Vandalay Industries – 7 coupons
Located at: Funway
Drinks & Cool Treats
Beat the heat and stay refreshed on your Fair day!
Beverage Pouches at Little Lonestar Drinkware – 10 coupons
Located at: Nimitz and Coliseum Drive
Bottled Water – 2 coupons
Located throughout the Fairgrounds
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dippin’ Dots® at Dippin’ Dots® Ice Cream – 10 coupons
Located throughout the Fairgrounds
Frozen Arnold Palmer at Darn Good Corn – 8 coupons
Located at: Midway
Frozen Kool Cup at Candy Pickles & Dipped Fruit – 5 coupons
Located at: Funway
Frozen Sweet Tea at Velasquez Catering – 8 coupons
Located at: Funway
Gelato at Eataly – 9 coupons
Located at: Cotton Bowl Plaza
Horchata Matcha at Sandoitchi – 10 coupons
Located at: Tower Building
Italian Ice (10 oz.) at Rita’s Italian Ice – 10 coupons
Located near the Esplanade and Centennial Building
Kettle Corn at Pioneer Kettle Korn – 10 coupons
Located at: Nimitz
Klassic Kona Ice at Kona Ice – 8 coupons
Located at: Nimitz
Mangonada Smoothie at Fruteria Cano – 9 coupons
Located at: Tower Building, Lonestar Blvd., and near the Lagoon
Milkshakes & Malts at Highland Park Soda Fountain – 8–10 coupons
Located at: Tower Building
Nevins Pop-Elotes at Nevins Hot Buttered Corn – 10 coupons
Located at: Cotton Bowl Plaza
Pineapple Whip (Cone) at Pineapple Whip – 5 coupons
Located by the Lagoon and near the Coliseum
Rodeo Roper Pretzel at Stiffler’s Rodeo Lounge – 10 coupons
Located near the Coliseum
Shake or Malt at Once Upon a Cone – 10 coupons
Located at: Funway
Sub-Lime-ly Berrylicious Cooler at The Dock & Fernie’s Funnel Cake Factory – 7 coupons
Located at: Nimitz and Grand Area
From nostalgic bites to wild new inventions, there’s no shortage of flavor for 10 coupons or less at this year’s Fair. Whether you’re sticking to your tried-and-true favorites or chasing the latest foodie craze, these deliciously affordable eats prove that the best tastes of Texas don’t have to cost a fortune.
And don’t forget to take advantage of Thrifty Thursdays, where you can enjoy even more Fair foods at a discount! Every Thursday during the State Fair of Texas, participating food vendors across the grounds offer special deals on select menu items—making it the perfect day to sample more of your Fair favorites without spending as many coupons. Whether you’re craving something sweet, savory, or deep fried, Thrifty Thursdays are your ticket to big flavor and big savings. For more information on stand locations and to download the map today, visit BigTex.com/Thrifty, or pickup a Visitor’s Guide from any Hospitality Center across the fairgrounds.
Another Insider Tip: Stay cool and hydrated by bringing your own refillable water bottle. There are water fountains and refill stations located throughout Fair Park to keep you refreshed throughout the day, located at the Centennial Building, Automobile Building, Hall of State, Briscoe Carpenter Livestock Center, Embarcadero Building, Coliseum, and on the Midway. You’re also welcome to bring your own snacks or food, making it easy to take a break and refuel without leaving the fun!
So grab your coupons, bring your appetite, and get ready to snack your way through the 2025 State Fair of Texas — one affordable bite at a time!