Are you gearing up for the Great Minnesota Get-Together? While everyone has their favorite Minnesota State Fair activity – from the thrilling rides and live music to 4-H exhibits and excellent people watching – many attendees view the fair as a culinary destination. With new and unique delicacies announced each year, this isn’t your grandpa’s fair food on a stick.
As your resident expert on all things happening in our capital city, Apartments in St. Paul has rounded up the new fair fare for 2019 along with some classic sights.
Check out some of the food and beverages making their debut in St. Paul this year, and be sure to download our MN State Fair Bingo 2019 card so you can keep track of all the must-try new items, along with remembering some of your favorite State Fair activities.
Download our Minnesota State Fair Bingo Card!
The Apartments in St. Paul MN State Fair Bingo Card challenges you to try some of the new foods available in 2019 as well as visit some of your favorite classics – download it now and check off the spots as you go. Have fun at this year’s Great Minnesota Get-Together, see you there!
Italian-inspired warm flatbread sandwich with ham, salami, melted mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, fresh basil and creamy balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
West side of Clough St. between Carnes & Judson avenues
Blueberry Key lime filling in a graham cracker crust, topped with whipped cream and fresh blueberries.
North side of Dan Patch Ave. between Cooper & Cosgrove streets
Five-layer cold trifle with vanilla pound cake, lemon curd, Cannon River Gris wine and blueberry compote, more pound cake and Gris and rhubarb compote, topped with mint-infused fresh whipped cream and Gris and blueberry coulis.
In the Veranda, Grandstand upper level, northwest section
Deep-fried potato skin stuffed with scrambled eggs and peppers, topped with blackened beef chislic – a South Dakota bar food staple – and drizzled with bearnaise sauce.
At West End Market, south of the History & Heritage Center
Carnitas with a sesame-garlic ginger sauce, cabbage, lime and queso fresco, topped with green onion and sour cream and served in a deep-fried cone-shaped tortilla.
In the Food Building, east wall
Beef brisket pit-smoked over hickory charcoal, shredded and topped with smoked Gouda cheese, a pickled kale crunch made with kale, Brussels sprouts, carrots, radicchio, napa and red cabbage, with a drizzle of BBQ sauce; served in a flour tortilla with tortilla chips.
At the International Bazaar, north wall
Bite-sized funnel cake pieces infused with a blend of Parmesan, Romano and mozzarella cheeses, deep-fried and finished with a sprinkle of sharp cheddar and chives, and served with homemade Sriracha aioli dipping sauce. Ranch or garlic butter dipping sauce is also available.
North side of Dan Patch Ave. between Nelson & Underwood streets
Carnitas-style roast pork, deli-sliced ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles and Juanita’s Fajitas’ signature mustard folded into a flour tortilla.
West of Nelson St. just south of the Grandstand
Pickle stuffed with bratwurst, dipped in batter and deep-fried.
In the Warner Coliseum, east side
Duck wings coated in a batter and seasoning blend, deep-fried and served with Giggles’ own tequila lime dipping sauce.
Southeast corner of Lee Ave. & Cooper St. at The North Woods
Deep-fried Greek pasta dough stuffed with feta cheese, cream cheese and Dino’s Greek seasoning. Served with a creamy olive tapenade.
North side of Carnes Ave. between Nelson & Underwood streets
Two stuffed tacos – one filled with green chorizo and potatoes and one filled with a vegetarian black bean and corn mix – deep-fried, topped with crumbled cheese and a drizzle of guacamole salsa and served on-a-stick. (Aug. 28-Sept. 2 only)
In the Taste of the Midtown Global Marketbooth at the International Bazaar, east wall
Cinnamon nut butter and Minnesota blueberry marmalade served warm on Irish soda bread. Gluten-free and dairy-free.
At the North End, northwest section
A swirled blend of cotton candy and blue raspberry soft serve ice cream in a halo of vanilla cotton candy and sprinkled with a mix of candy toppings.
In the Grandstand, upper level, east section, near the stairs tower
BBQ chips topped with smoked pulled buffalo chicken, blue cheese fondue, pickled jalapeños, tomatoes, green onions and blue cheese crumbles.
North side of West Dan Patch Ave. between Liggett & Chambers streets
All-natural white chicken chunks, breaded, deep-fried, tossed in Irish whiskey BBQ sauce and garnished with chopped scallions. Gluten-free.
Southwest corner of Dan Patch Ave. & Cosgrove St.
Slow-smoked brisket, red onion jam, cheddar and pepper jack cheeses and RC’s hot BBQ sauce.
North side of West Dan Patch Ave. between Liggett & Chambers streets
An iced coffee slushie topped with a skewer of gluten-free baked goods, including a chocolate bite, honey toffee crunch and almond cookie.
At the North End, northwest section
All-natural, 100% grass-fed grilled lamb loins seasoned with Mama Fatima’s Holy Land Marinade.
At the International Bazaar, southeast corner
Pink lemonade made with fresh lavender leaves.
North side of Dan Patch Ave. between Cooper & Cosgrove streets
A traditional latte with house-made mini donut flavoring, whole milk and espresso topped with a dusting of cinnamon and sugar.
West side of Underwood St. between Carnes & Judson avenues outside Ramberg Music Cafe
Italian mortadella pork sausage flavored with pistachios and Mancini’s pepper blend, served on a buttered and toasted split-top bun, and topped with mild muffuletta olive and pepper salad.
North side of Carnes Ave. between Nelson & Underwood streets
Two new fresh-made waffle wraps: Pebbles & Bam Bam with warm Reese’s chocolate peanut butter cups and fruity cereal; and Waffle Al Pastor made with Mexican-style marinated pork, pineapple, onions, cilantro and salsa verde.
At West End Market, southwest section
A bed of cinnamon sugar pita chips with Bridgeman’s Peaches n’ Cream ice cream, peach topping, a drizzle of honey and crushed pecans, finished with whipped cream, a cherry and a dusting of cinnamon sugar.
Northeast corner of Judson Ave. & Liggett St.
Aged cheddar grits, gulf shrimp, onions and Creole seasoning, deep-fried and served with aioli dipping sauce. Gluten-free.
In the Food Building, east wall
Mini waffle topped with a scoop of Izzy’s cream cheese ice cream, warm real maple syrup and a maraschino cherry.
North side of Dan Patch Ave. between Underwood & Cooper streets
Cabbage leaves wrapped around seasoned ground pork and rice, prepared with tomato sauce and served with a dinner roll.
In the Food Building, south wall
Pecan pie infused with Dubliner Irish Whiskey and baked in a buttery shortbread shell. Gluten-free.
In the Food Building, south wall
A Turkish-style cracker-thin flatbread, authentically named Lahmacun, topped with spicy minced beef, onion, tomato, lettuce, cucumber salad, parsley, fresh herbs, a squeeze of lemon and garlic sauce, then rolled or folded.
Northeast corner of Carnes Ave. & Chambers St.
Cheesecake in a tart crust served warm with choice of chocolate, salted caramel or strawberry glaze or without topping.
At West End Market, south of Schilling Amphitheater
Download our Minnesota State Fair Bingo Card!
The Apartments in St. Paul MN State Fair Bingo Card challenges you to try some of the new foods available in 2019 as well as visit some of your favorite classics – download it now and check off the spots as you go. Have fun at this year’s Great Minnesota Get-Together, see you there!
