SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) — The 2025 South Carolina State Fair returns to Columbia Oct. 8 – 19 and is introducing 15 new foods and drinks, offering visitors a variety of exciting culinary experiences.
This year’s fair menu promises to deliver over-the-top savory creations, sweet indulgences, and refreshing sips, adding new twists to the traditional offerings.
Jim’s Fries
NEW CONCESSION: 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: 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: 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: 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
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 cheesy garlic bread croutons. We are bringing all the flavors of fine dining to the fair with this Italian-inspired dish.
Parmesan Steak on a Stick
Tender chunks of seasoned steak flame-grilled and coated in Parmesan and garlic cream sauce.
Campfire Burger
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)
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
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/ Bacon Pimento Cheese Fries
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!
Deep Fried Cheesecake Trio
The Deep Fried Cheesecake Trio comes with three flavors in every order: classic New York-style, strawberry and chocolate chip caramel. Each piece is dipped in funnel cake batter and fried to golden-brown perfection, then served with your choice of topping sauces — chocolate, white chocolate, caramel or strawberry.
Walking Caramel Pretzel
The Famous Vanilla soft ice cream with rich caramel sauce with pretzel pieces served in a pretzel bag.
Dubai Chocolate/ Dubai Strawberries
Bite into a decadent Belgian milk chocolate bar with a creamy pistachio–tahini center and a golden kataifi crunch, or savor juicy strawberries dipped in rich chocolate fudge and pistachio sauce, crowned with toasted kataifi.
Tornado Potatoes
Get ready for a whirlwind of flavor! Our Tornado Potatoes are crispy, spiral-cut spuds spun to perfection and dusted with your choice of Garlic Parmesan or Cajun spice. Then topped with shrimp or sausage, and a final drizzle of cool ranch or Mr. Seafood’s famous garlic butter. It’s a fair-time flavor storm you won’t want to miss!
Cotton Candy Lemonade
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.
Beloved fair food classics like foot-long corn dogs, Fiske Fries, and fried Oreos are set to make a return as well…