New Foods You Can’t Miss at Wisconsin State Fair 2025

Pictured: Dubai Funnel Cake from Sweet Factory on South Grandstand Avenue

This year’s State Fair foods are more creative than ever — from blueberry breakfast brats to bug donuts (yes, really!).

The 2025 Wisconsin State Fair is serving up nearly 100 new food and beverage items this year, making it the perfect day trip for adventurous eaters and curious kids alike.

From deep-fried inventions to dairy delights, there's something for everyone—whether you crave sweet, salty, spicy or straight-up surprising (bugs are back again).

And if you want to stick to the tried and true, you can also find the classic cream puffs in multiple flavors.

Here are just a few of the can't-miss new foods to look for this year:

🧀 Dairyland Delights

• Blueberry Breakfast Brat – A fruity spin on the Wisconsin staple from Milwaukee Brat House.

• Cranberry Cannoli – A tart and creamy treat from the Wisconsin Cranberry Growers.

• Double Drizzled Granola Bomb – A healthy(ish) option from Olympia Granola.

• French Onion Cheese Curds – Rich and gooey at Leff’s Miller Lite Sports Bar.

🍔 Savory & Bold Bites

• Gochujang Smash Burger with Kimchi Bacon Jam – A Korean-inspired twist on the classic burger from Blue Moon Tavern.

• Meatloaf & Mash Bomb Pop – Yes, meatloaf on a stick. Only at Leff’s Miller Lite Sports Bar.

• Alligator Cajun Mac & Cheese Sundae – Equal parts spicy and creamy at Exotic Meat Grill.

• Brat Rangoon – A Wisconsin-meets-Asia fusion from WürstBar.

🍩 Sweet Tooth Specials

• A Hunk A Hunk Fat Elvis Donut Ice Cream Sandwich – A peanut butter, banana, and bacon tribute at Badger Bites.

• Churro Cold Brew – A sugary jolt from Buzzy Badger.

• Peanut Butter Fluff Quesadilla – Gooey, sweet perfection from the Mexican Grill.

• Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie – Global flavors meet fair flair at Caribbean Smoothees.

😲 Wild & Weird (Only at the Fair)

• Iced Larvae Latte – Coffee… with a crunch. (Not recommended for those with shellfish allergies.)

• Cricket Choco Chunk Cookie – Yes, real crickets. Try it if you dare.

• Deep-Fried Tequila Donut Shots – It’s five o’clock somewhere at Gooonie's Fish & Beer Shack.

🥤 Refreshing Sips

• Strawberry Jalapeño Whipped Lemonade – A sweet-spicy combo from Gertrude's Pretzels.

• PB&J Iced Latte – Childhood meets caffeine at Slim McGinn’s.

• Frozen Jarritos – A cold twist on the classic Mexican soda.

💡 Pro Tips Before You Go

• Use the State Fair Food Finder tool online to locate specific menu items.

• Many vendors accept both cash and credit cards, but bring some bills just in case.

• Plan your food route using the 2025 Fair Map so you don’t miss any must-tries.

Whether you're bringing a stroller crew, teens with big appetites, or just sneaking away for a day date, these new foods are part of what makes the Wisconsin State Fair a one-of-a-kind adventure.

🎡 Need a ticket to the fair? Here’s our guide to discounted and free tickets to the Wisconsin State Fair.