The South Carolina State Fair’s 90+ food stands will be back and ready to serve up fried, fresh, and downright fabulous favorites. This year, we’re Harvesting Happiness—one delicious bite at a time—with brand-new eats that are sure to butter your biscuit and tickle your taste buds.
🍗 Don’t go bacon our hearts—check back soon for the full menu of new foods and a map to help you track down every tasty treat!
MR. SEAFOOD
Located at #2
NEW FOOD CONCESSIONAIRE
Craving fresh seafood with a twist? Look no further than Mr. Seafood! Indulge in their seafood nachos, a crispy base topped with your favorite seafood. Love fries? Try their seafood fries for a unique take on a classic. Or, opt for something more traditional with their salmon bites, fried oyster basket, or classic po’ boys.
DEEP FRIED TACOS
Located at #33
NEW FOOD CONCESSIONAIRE
Head to Deep Fried Tacos for a truly unique experience. From their signature deep-fried tacos to loaded nachos, taco salads, and over-the-top creations like Mexi mac and cheese and Mexi rice bowls, there’s something for every taste bud.
CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BACON RANCH SUNDAE
Located at #121
This towering treat features crispy garlic parmesan fries as the base, layered with vibrant green peppers, savory crumbled bacon, and juicy grilled chicken breast. The whole creation is then drizzled with homemade chipotle ranch dressing for a spicy, tangy kick.
STRAWBERRY DRAGON FRUIT LEMONADE
Located at #121 & #224
A refreshing blend of tart lemonade and sweet strawberry fruit tea infused with the exotic flavors of dragon fruit. A tropical escape in every sip.
KOREAN CORN DOG
Located at #215
Hot dog slices along with fresh mozzarella cheese chunks are threaded onto a stick. The combination is then dipped in a thick donut batter, rolled in panko and French fry pieces, and deep-fried to golden perfection. For the perfect finish, it is topped off with ketchup, mustard, sweet chili Thai sauce, and Sriracha.
ROCKET ICED TEA, INCLUDES A SOUVENIR CUP
Located at #227
Meet me for a refreshing drink in an iconic Rocket Cup! Choose from classic sweet tea, Arnold Palmer, or other delicious flavors like raspberry and peach. This collectible cup is shaped like the famous fairgrounds rocket, making it a perfect souvenir to remember your day.
DEEP FRIED CORN ON A STICK
Located at #72
A six-inch ear of corn is skewered and seasoned before being coated in a buttermilk and egg mixture. Next, it’s rolled in a flavorful blend of flour, cornmeal, and spices before being deep-fried to a golden brown. The finished product is topped with a creamy mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese mixture. For an extra kick, guests will receive a packet of Cholula hot sauce with each order.
PALMETTO KETTLE CORN
Located at #H2
Satisfy your cravings with Palmetto Kettle Corn’s classic sweet and salty treat. Enjoy their traditional kettle corn or indulge in the rich, buttery flavor of their movie theater butter popcorn.
PEACH COBBLER FUNNEL CAKE
Located at #47
A warm, crispy funnel cake is topped with a generous serving of classic peach cobbler. Enjoy it as is or add a sprinkle of cinnamon or powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
POUTINE BURGER
Located at # 224
Indulge in a flame-grilled burger topped with fresh-cut fries, warm cheese curds, and rich gravy, all served on a homemade bun.
CAMPFIRE DOG
Located at #224
A juicy all-beef hot dog topped with hearty baked beans and crispy applewood bacon – it’s like a campfire cookout in every bite!
DEEP FRIED GOLDEN OREO
Located at #212
Indulge in a Deep Fried Golden Oreo, where the classic treat is dipped in sweet, fluffy funnel cake batter and fried to golden perfection. It’s a crispy, warm twist on the beloved original deep fried Oreo, delivering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite!
Fair Favorites with a Purpose
While you’re exploring all the new eats at the fair, don’t miss these meaningful stops:
OLIVER GOSPEL MISSION COFFEE
Located at # 1, inside the Pro Kitchen Cookie Kitchen/Rosewoods Salon
Transformed Coffee. Transformed Lives.
The Roastery, a social enterprise of Oliver Gospel Mission, helps fund recovery and emergency services for people experiencing homelessness. Each cup of freshly roasted coffee – including flavored favorites – provides a meal for a neighbor in need, and purchasing a bag provides a night of shelter. Visit The Roastery at this year’s S.C. State Fair and enjoy a perfectly roasted coffee paired with a warm, gooey cookie – all in support of a meaningful cause.
Located at #1, in the Rosewoods Salon
Warm chocolate chip cookies are available in the “Pro Kitchen Cookie Kitchen”. With each scrumptious bite, you contribute to the South Carolina State Fair’s Ride of Your Life Scholarship Program.
Pair your cookies with cold milk OR with coffee from the Oliver Gospel Mission Roastery.
LUNCH BUNCH
Join the lunch bunch! From Monday-Friday, between noon and 2 p.m., pop in and out of the S.C. State Fair for lunch with a special lunch bunch ticket, available from noon-2 p.m. each weekday (except Wednesday, Oct. 8). Pay your entry fee and receive a refundable $20 ticket. Return to the ticket booth with the ticket by 2 p.m. to get your $20 back.
