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Rating Iowa State Fair food ❤️💛

I can’t wait for next year 🤠🌽 #iowastatefair #iowagirl #iowastate #fairfood #fairsweetfair Iowa State Fairgrounds

2025/8/17 Edited to

The Iowa State Fair is renowned not only for its exciting attractions and entertainment but also for its unique and tasty fair food offerings. The 2023 fair featured several standout dishes that delighted attendees, making it a highly anticipated culinary event each year. Among the most celebrated items were pickle beer and a variety of pickle-inspired foods such as ham pickle dawgs and pastrami pickle dawgs, each receiving perfect 10/10 ratings for their flavor and creativity. Pickle beer, served at deepo/barntown booths, combines the tartness of pickles with a refreshing beer taste, becoming an instant crowd favorite. Equally popular were the ham pickle dawg and pink pickle lemonade, offering a tangy and savory combination that fairgoers couldn't resist. Another top-rated treat was the strawberry smoothie from Smiths Smoothie Plaza, scoring an impressive 8.9/10 for its fresh and fruity taste. Fair desserts were also a highlight, with chocolate chip cookies from Barksdale State Fair Cookies earning rave reviews. Additionally, the free strawberry frosted Pop-Tarts offered by ISU both delighted visitors seeking a sweet snack. For those who enjoy innovative fair food, JR's SouthPork Ranch provided favorites like the Ballamano AE Party Balls and chicken pickle ranch rocket on a stick, both rated 10/10 for their bold flavors. While most items received high praise, some, like the hand-dipped corn dog and pickle lemonade from Campbell's Concessions, scored a moderate 5/10, showing the diversity of tastes and experiences at the fair. Overall, the Iowa State Fair offers a rich variety of unique and flavorful dishes that cater to all taste buds, making it a must-visit event for food lovers eager to explore traditional and new fair food trends. For future visitors, pairing savory pickle-themed snacks with sweet treats is highly recommended to take full advantage of the fair’s diverse culinary landscape. Whether you're a fan of classic corn dogs or eager to try novel items like pickle beer, the Iowa State Fairgrounds continue to be the ultimate destination for fair food enthusiasts.

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all the pickle stuff is right up my alley lol ..... have u ever tried a cheese filled pickle bc they are my fav.

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