The South Carolina State Fair’s 90+ food stands are a haven for food lovers across the state. In addition to beloved classics such as Fiske Fries, foot-long corn dogs, Greek salads, turkey legs and fried Oreos, fairgoers can enjoy the food traditions they return for year after year while also discovering new flavors that add to the fun.
Check back soon to see what new foods are coming to the 2026 South Carolina State Fair.
NEW FOODS Listed Below!
JIM'S FRIES
NEW CONCESSION, Located at # 228
A fresh take on fair favorites with gourmet cut fries, sweet potato fries, deep-fried baby spuds, classic golden fries, and more served hot and crispy.
GIANT TENDERLOIN SANDWICH
NEW CONCESSION, Located at # 86
Hand-pounded pork, breaded and deep-fried until golden and crisp from edge to edge. This oversized sandwich overflows the bun, delivering juicy, seasoned perfection in every bite — customized with your choice of toppings like lettuce, tomato and onion.
CANTINA LOUIE
NEW CONCESSION, Located at # 213
Generously portioned burrito bowls, nachos and a variety of corn on a stick to choose from — all packed with fresh flavor.
BRODY’S MAC & CHEESE
NEW CONCESSION, Located at # 001
This Southern comfort food favorite serves up rich, creamy mac in bold, crave-worthy styles. From smoky Gouda to the hearty “Piggyback Mac,” every bite is warm, cheesy and deeply satisfying.
SURF N TURF ALFREDO SUNDAE
Located at # 121
Fresh cut fries coated in garlic parmesan, scoops of sirloin steak and sauteed Cajun shrimp, topped with creamy Alfredo sauce loaded with button mushrooms and garlic cheesy bread croutons. We are bringing all the flavors of fine dining to the fair with this Italian inspired dish.
COTTON CANDY LEMONADE
Located at # 101
Cold brewed Blue Butterfly tea, watermelon chunks, grape pieces and blended with fresh lemonade. This fun drink will make you feel like a kid again. As always, no artificial colors, dye or sweeteners in our flavorful drinks. We just let the fruit do that talking.
PARMESAN STEAK ON A STICK
Located at # 224
Tender chunks of seasoned steak flame-grilled and coated in Parmesan and garlic cream sauce.
CAMPFIRE BURGER
Located at # 224
For an exciting and unexpected take on the classic burger, make a beeline to DeAnna’s Diner. A flame-grilled one-third-pound angus beef patty is topped with baked beans, a slice of smoked gouda and a halved hot dog, all piled onto a homemade bun. You’ll never look at a campfire cookout the same way again.
DEEP FRIED ENCHILADAS OVER A BED OF RICE
Located at #33
Lightly crisped enchiladas, deep fried and served over a bed of seasoned rice, topped with rich enchilada sauce and finished with a dollop of sour cream.
REUBEN SANDWICH PIZZA
Located at # 136
A fairground twist on a deli classic! This bold pizza is loaded with corned beef, sauerkraut, melted cheese and a drizzle of creamy Thousand Island dressing on a golden, crispy crust.
BUFFALO CHICKEN OR BACON PIMENTO CHEESE FRIES
Located at # 120
Crispy golden fries loaded two bold and delicious ways — topped with spicy buffalo chicken or smothered in rich, melty Southern-style pimento cheese with crispy bacon. It’s a mouthwatering twist on a fair favorite that brings the flavor in every bite!
A Sweet Reminder: These Treats Support Our Community
OLIVER GOSPEL MISSION COFFEE
NEW LOCATION, Located inside the Moore Building
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 provides a meal for a neighbor in need, and purchasing a bag provides a night of shelter. Visit The Roastery at this year’s fair and enjoy perfectly roasted coffee.
NEW LOCATION, Located inside the Goodman Building
Enjoy warm, freshly baked cookies at the Pro Kitchen Cookie Kitchen during this year’s fair. A favorite fair tradition, these sweet treats are rooted in simple goodness and made even better by the mission they support. With each cookie purchase, you help support the S.C. State Fair’s Ride of Your Life Scholarship program, which helps South Carolina students pursue their educational goals. Pair your cookies with a cold glass of milk and enjoy a treat that gives back.
Get ready to show how you are Rooted in Fun with a sweet reward! Download a fun coloring page from our website at scstatefair.org/colorme featuring this year’s theme. Color your creation, then bring it to the Pro Kitchen Cookie Kitchen (located in the Goodman Building) during the fair. Trade your masterpiece for a FREE delicious cookie!
LUNCH BUNCH
Join the Lunch Bunch! Pop in and out of the S.C. State Fair for lunch with a special Lunch Bunch ticket, available from noon to 2 p.m. each weekday (except Thursday, Oct. 15). 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 money back.
