Tag: ballpark food

New Bites at Target Field for 2026

By on April 3, 2026in Bent Paddle Brewing Co., Fulton Brewing Co., general beer, Summit Brewing Co., Surly Brewing Co.

The Twins are preparing to kick off their 2026 season with a new manager and a relatively new cast of players. Target Field which opened in 2010 is widely considered one of the most beautiful ballparks in the entire MLB, and with that always comes an array of tasty nibbles around the park.

The team strives to entertain a fanbase full of skepticism this year, and hopefully they’ll surprise a lot of people. They won two World Series titles in both 1987 and 1991 after lackluster years in 1986 and 1990. Could this be year?

You’ll have to come down to Target Field to find out. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of these food and beer options.


The Elote at La Madre was a hit. Served on a stick, this comes multiple ways. Cotija, Tajin, árbol, Flaming Hot Cheetos, or blue corn chips. I preferred the Tajin with fresh squeezed lime. Pair this up with a Fulton Chill City and you’ve got yourself a winner.



At both Truly On Deck and Keeper’s Heart Town Ball Tavern, they are serving up Chocolate Fish on a Stick. No, it’s not fish. It’s a fish shaped battered waffle served with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce. I’m not usually a big sweets person, but this is worth checking out on a summer day at the park. This was created by Chef Matthew Kazama who is opening Izakaya Kazama in the next couple of months. Grab a Bent Paddle Cold Press Black and call it breakfast.

The Mediterranean Bowl at Grand Slam Shawarma is a great lighter option. You know, some actual vegetables in a dish served at a stadium. Consisting of rice, chicken shawarma, diced red onion, tomatoes,
cucumber, feta cheese and tzatziki sauce. Summit Twins Pils is the perfect refresher for this dish.

The surprise of the bunch was the Vegan Sriracha Brat from Herbivorous Butcher which will be served at the Market Grill. This tasted freakishly like a real sausage and was even better than some of the sausages I’ve eaten at Target Field over the years. A Surly Furious would be perfect to match with this.

My one skip would be…

No Gluten Way is serving up burgers, hot dogs, cookies, beer and snacks suitable for those with celiac’s disease. For those fortunate enough to have the choice, I’d avoid this one based off the buns having an off-putting texture. It is nice, however to have an option for the many that suffer from celiac’s. Holidaily Golden Ale is their gluten free beer option if you are looking for something in the beer realm, and the ballpark features ciders from Minneapolis Cider Company. Go with the Mango Habanero option to spice things up.



Cheers!

The 2024 Target Field Lineup

By on April 3, 2024in food pairing, general beer, Summit Brewing Co.

It’s springtime in Minnesota signaling the start of the season for the Minnesota Twins. The home opener kicks off on Thursday, April 4th at 3:10 pm and once again the food options are growing. Here are some of the things on deck for the season ahead.

Q’BO Latin Food Chicken Tinga Arepas are now on the menu at the Truly On Deck Market out in right field. Chicken tinga, sour cream, cheese, pico de gallo, and the star of the show— pickled red onions which provide an essential zip to this handheld.

Union Hmong Kitchen is dishing up a new take on a ballpark favorite, the brat. Yia Vang’s take on this is a Banh Mi Brat which features sausage, pickled veggies, and caramelized garlic aioli. This was by far the most unique and delicious offering at the event today. Find them at section 127.

Hrbek’s is serving up a Bussin Birria Taco featuring braised and melted cheese in a griddled tortilla with consomme. Nothing too fancy here, just some glorious meat and cheese. Located in section 114.

East Coast BBQ Mac N’ Meat is offering Mac & Cheese topped with your choice of smoked meat. These include chicken, rib tips, or pulled pork. Nothing pairs better with a ball game than smoked meats. They are located at section 131.

Two Mixed Up is smashing burgers over at Keeper’s Heart Town Ball Tavern. This is a double smash burger with the usual suspects. Lettuce, tomato, onion, American cheese, and Two Mixed Up sauce. Grab a few napkins on your way back to your seat. Keeper’s Heart Town Ball Tavern is located out in left field.

Summit Brewing is present throughout the ballpark and their Twins Pils is still the big hit out at Target Field. They also updated the look of the can to match the current Twins branding. This beer pairs well with just about any dish served at the stadium. Crisp, refreshing and perfect for soaking up all that vitamin D.



Cheers!