Everyone loves a bargain, especially with prices rising. But how can you get a bargain meal at the state fair?
There are several spots on the fairgrounds where you can get food for a low price point.
Here’s an example of a meal on a budget you could find at the NYS Fair:
- Drink: Moose Juice, $2, choose any flavor you like, or mix and match
- Appetizer: Meatball slider, $2 from P-Z-O's, or grab a donut for $1
- Dessert: Mini cones, $2 at the inflatable ice cream cone booths
- Main course: Hot dog, $1 from West End Bar and Grille
- Main course: Hamburger $4 at Tommy C's; they also have cheap sodas
If you choose one drink, one appetizer, one main course, and one dessert from this list, you’ll have a $10 meal at the fair.
“If you’ve got a family of four or five people, some of these stands you’re looking at $100 if you’re looking to get dinner. Whereas here you can come up with maybe $20 and get a couple hot dogs, couple burgers, and continue on your way where you’re not killing your wallet,” said Dan Karleski, manager of Tommy C’s.
You can check out even more fair food deals on the NYS Fair website, there’s a whole menu of 1 for $2 options.