A Guide To The Best Food At Yankee Stadium This Season
Take us out to the ball game! No visit to Yankee Stadium is complete without some grub, and this is your all-inclusive guide of food and drink at the ballpark! From baseball classics to food and beverage menus curated by high-profile chefs, you can feast and cheer on your New York Yankees in style this season! Here’s all the tasty food at Yankee Stadium you can sink your teeth into this summer!
New Food Options for 2023
Let’s start with the brand new offerings Yankee Stadium has this year, ranging from spicy chicken sandwiches to gourmet garlic bread.
FUKU (Section 213)
David Chang’s beloved casual fried chicken joint now finds a permanent home in Yankee Stadium. On a mission to “change the way people think about fast casual,” FUKU serves high quality fried chicken in the form of their O.G. Spicy Chicken Sando (crispy habanero-brined chicken breast, Fuku mayo, pickle, potato roll) and Tenders + Waffle Fries (crispy chicken tenders, sweet jalapeno waffle fries, side of honey mustard or ranch).
Mac Truck (Section 213)
Get cheesy at Mac Truck, which was launched way back in 2012 at the Historic Saratoga Race Course in Upstate New York. Now they serve premium options including Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese (classic mac, crispy chicken, buffalo sauce), Classic Mac & Cheese (elbow mac, baked in creamy cheddar cheese sauce), and Mexican Street Mac (classic mac, charred corn pico de gallo, crushed tortilla chips).
Christian Petroni (Sections, 125, 310)
Bronx chef Christian Petroni is one of NYC’s most iconic Italian cuisine chefs and now his creations are at the home of the New York Yankees. The famed Food Network chef serves up a Cheesy Garlic Bread (seeded Bronx bastone, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano and Parmesan Reggiano, Sicilian oregano, served with an 8-hour marinara) that is utterly incredible.
Yankee Stadium Exclusives for 2023
For the 2023 season, Legends Hospitality and Yankee Stadium Senior Executive Chef Matt Gibson are proudly serving one-of-a-kind creations at the stadium. After a residency at the W hotel where he worked as the Executive Sous Chef for renowned Chef Jean Georges at “Spice Market,” Gibson now brings his world-class culinary experience and high-end food to Yankees fan all-year round.
99 Burger (Section 223)
Maybe one of Yankee Stadium’s hottest commodities is the 99 Burger, honoring Yankees player Aaron Judge. With only 99 burgers made per game, you’ll have to go early if you want to get your hands on this exclusive bite. It’s made up of Two 4 oz. American Wagyu beef patties, New School American Cheese, caramelized onions, secret sauce, brioche bun, and dill pickles.
Pork & Broccoli Rabe Cheesesteak (Section 107)
This sandwich comes complete with Tender pork shoulder, marinated broccoli rabe, and sharp provolone on a Bronx-baked hero.
Chopped Crispy Chicken & Jalapeno Bacon Ranch Cheesesteak (Section 107)
Get the best of both worlds with this sandwich, which consists of chopped crispy chicken, pickled jalapeno, smoked bacon, American cheese, and buttermilk ranch on a Bronx-baked hero.
Bronx Burrito (Section 311)
Grab one of their tasty burritos (Flour tortilla, cheddar cheese, beef barbacoa, rice and beans, salsa verde, chipotle mayo and choice of Melinda’s hot sauce packets) from Section 311.
Veggie Bronx Burrito (Section 311)
The veggie version of the burrito comes with Flour tortilla, cheddar cheese, fried sweet plantains, rice and beans, salsa verde, chipotle mayo, and choice of Melinda’s hot sauce packets.
Prickly Pear Margarita (Section 318)
As for Yankee Stadium cocktails, we highly suggest the Prickly Pear Margarita (Hornitos Tequila, prickly pear juice, simple syrup, lime) which comes served with a mini Yankees helmet on top.
Cutwater Vodka Mule (at Yankee Stadium “Grab & Go” Locations)
These canned cocktails (Ginger, a splash of bitters, and a hint of lime) are perfect for a day or night at the ballpark!
Returning Vendors & Food Options
Now let’s reminisce and celebrate the vendors who are still serving deliciousness at Yankees Stadium this year.
Benihana (Section 127)
This Japenese chain, known for their interactive dining experience, is serving all sorts of options like Spicy Tuna Sushi Burritos (tuna, krab mix, avocado, cucumber, lettuce, chopped jalapenos and cilantro; topped with chili mayo and rolled into a burrito with soy paper; served with a side of chili mayo), Yakisoba Bowls (Japanese sauteed noodles, mixed vegetables & special sauce with a choice of steak, chicken or shrimp), Poke Bowls (Spicy Tuna or Spicy Salmon), and much more.
Bobby’s Burgers (Section 132)
Co-founded by renowned chef Bobby Flay, this burgert concept in Yankee Stadium brings the chef’s passions to life by creating the best of the best burgers. Try the brand new Bobby Blue + Bacon Burger (blue cheese, lettuce, tomato and bacon), or go for classics like the Crunchburger® (American cheese, a thin layer of potato chips and Bobby’s Sauce) or Palace Classic Burger (American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and Bobby’s Sauce), plus more.
Chickie’s and Pete’s (Sections 115, 334)
This Philadelphia staple now owns real estate in Yankee Stadium, where their signature Crab Fries (fries served with Chickie’s & Pete’s one of a kind white cream cheese sauce) is unmissable.
City Winery (Section 105)
NYC instution City Winery is a vendor at Yankee Stadium again, where they’re serving an all-new City Winery Burger (custom blend burger, red wine caramelized onions, garlic herb cheese spread, baby arugula on a toasted brioche bun) alongside a Burrata Burger (custom-blended beef, imported Italian burrata, baby arugula, balsamic reduction) and Rotisserie Chicken (Lemon herb marinated, choice of Melissa’s slow roasted rosemary garlic Dutch yellow potatoes or French fries).
The Halal Guys (Carts at bleachers sections 201, 321)
NYC’s iconic food truck, The Halal Guys operates at the stadium, selling all of their staple meals like Beef Gyro Sandwich/Platters, Chicken Sandwich/Platters, Combo Sandwich/Platters, and Falafels.
King’s Hawaiian (Sections 115, 334)
Dig into King’s Hawaiian’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich (Maple chipotle sauce, King’s Hawaiian burger bun)…you won’t regret it.
Lobel’s (Section 134)
Grab a piece of the iconic family butcher shop at Yankee Stadium, where the Steak Topped Fries (French fries, shaved strip loin, Lobel’s queso sauce, chopped scallions) steals the show. There’s also a Meatloaf Burger (toasted brioche bun, house-made meatloaf burger, crispy fried onions, BBQ aioli), USDA Prime Steak Sandwich (prime USDA New York strip loin, coffee spice rubbed, smothered in gravy and served on a fresh brioche bun), and Hickory Molasses Glazed Grilled Chicken Sandwich (leaf lettuce, vine ripe tomatoes, Bermuda onion, toasted brioche bun).
Mighty Quinn’s (Section 132)
This BBQ spot is the absolute real deal, and their slow-smoked meats offer an authentic experience right inside the stadium. The Rice Bowl (Steamed white rice, pickles, cole slaw, choice of protein: burnt ends, BBQ pulled pork, smoked BBQ brisket) is new this year, but there’s also a Brisket Sandwich, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Chicken Wings, Crispy BBQ Chicken Sandwich, and Burnt Ends Sandwich (caramelized ends of the brisket simmered in our house-made BBQ sauce).
Nathan’s Famous (Sections 127, 224, 312)
The world-famous hot dog joint is of course serving delicious franks at Yankee Stadium in the form of Nathan’s Famous “The Original Beef Frankfurter” and the “Extra-Long Beef Hot Dog.” Don’t forget about their crinkle cut fries either.
Oatly (Sections 110, 205, 224, 318, 305, bleachers):
Enjoy dairy-free soft serve at Oatly, with various locations around the stadium. Flavors are vanilla or chocolate.
Streetbird (Section 112)
James Beard Award-winning Chef Marcus Samuelsson is behind this Harlem-inspired concept which serves up personal takes on fried chicken comfort foods. Choose between The Hot Bird Sandwich (chicken breast, spicy chica shake, slaw, and house made pickles), M’s Crispy Chicken Fingers (choice of spicy chica, bbq sauce, hot honey), or the Big Fly Chicken and Waffle (hot honey, cornbread waffle and house made pickles).
Sumo Dog (Bleachers Sections 201, 205)
Be prepared for lavish hot dogs like you’ve never seen before. Jeffrey Lunak, formerly of “Iron Chef” Masaharu Morimoto’s team, uses Asian Asian-inspired flavors & ingredients to create unique hot dog concoctions. The menu includes the Sumo Dog (wasabi relish, pickled peppers, spicy mayo, teriyaki sauce, wasabi furikake, minced onion, kizami nori) the Chili & Cheese (beef chili, togarashi cheese sauce, mayo, wasabi furikake, crispy onion, scallions), The Godzilla (beef chili, togarashi cheese sauce, wasabi relish, pickled peppers, spicy mayo, teriyaki sauce, wasabi furikake, minced onion, jalapeño, kizami nori) plus Tater Tots and Sumo Tots as sides.
Wings of New York (Section 107)
Devour boneless or traditional wings here! Don’t forget about the Waffle & Tenders (Belgian style waffle topped with crispy chicken tenders, served with butter & real maple syrup) either.
Yankee Stadium Grand Slam Shakes (Sections 112, 125, 324)
Served in souvenir cups, these sweet and tasty desserts are arguably the best in the stadium! Choose between the Pinstripe Vanilla Shake (vanilla milkshake, blue & white sprinkles, whipped cream, vanilla wafer cookies), Chocolate Fudge Brownie Shake (chocolate milkshake, cocoa cereal, whipped cream, fudge brownie) or Unicorn Shake (vanilla milkshake, fruity cereal, whipped cream, unicorn marshmallow).
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