The IronPigs held a media event the other day to introduce the new food concessions at the park for 2026. Our intrepid photographer Jack Mitroka attended and sampled as much as he could until he could sample no more. He said everything was good–not that we don’t trust him implicitly, but we’ll sample the stadium-made items as made for fans before we pass judgement.
We’ll reiterate from the “suggestion box” column that ended last season: It might be time for the IronPigs to rip it all down and start over, from a stadium menu perspective. But, they’re retooling on the fly and that’s cool too, especially for the more casual fan that may only get to a game or two per season. And there is a big change or two in store. We’ll cover that at the end.
As per usual, PigsFoodFinder.com remains an important resource for finding the concessions you want and need. However, as of this original writing, it appears that it has not been fully updated yet. It also never includes prices.
Below, some of the information is blank until we have more chance to research and try the items. If you would like to participate in that part, simply email us or leave in the comments. You can remain anonymous or receive credit–either way is fine. In any case, this post will be linked to, and updated, probably through the three series in March and April, and then available as a reference after that.
Suites
The catering menu for the suites has some new items. They all look good, and our little exposure to suite life has never led us to covet their menu choices. So, perhaps these are good and needed. However, most of us will never see them or taste them throughout the season.
Club Bar
The Club Bar menu is of course near and dear to our hearts here at Top Level. Here are the additions, it’s not clear what the final menu will look like, though.
Garlic Bread Dogs
Where? Club Bar Menu. Order from your phone, QR link available at the club bar and food will be delivered to you in the club area, at the bar, or in your seat.
How Much?
Is It Good?
Ballpark Burrata Flatbread
Where? Club Bar Menu (as above)
How Much?
Is It Good?
Fajita Burger with Guac (also: Pig Pen Menu)
Where? Club Bar Menu, Pig Pen Menu
How Much?
Is It Good?
Pig Pen Menu
If we recall correctly, similar to the Club Bar, there’s a small menu when you have seats in the Pig Pen–the rows in front of the Bullpens–and the food and drink will be delivered to you. As above, the full menu is not yet available, but the new items added will be the Fajita Burger (above) and this:
Wisconsin Bratwurst
Where? Pig Pen Menu
How Much?
Is It Good?
New Field Level Concessions
Pork Bacon Pineapple Teriyaki Skewer
Where? “Grill 21” Plaza Grill
How Much?
Is It Good?
Grilled Pork Belly Skewer
Where? Plaza Grill “Grill 21”
How Much?
Is It Good?
Hot Honey Dog Grilled Cheese
Where? Lunch Pail Hot Dog
How Much?
Is It Good?
Pepperoni Pizza Roll w/ Marinara
Where? Fresh and Hot Pizza Stand
How Much?
Is It Good?
Mocktails
We were told these are just for the Club Level Bar, but perhaps they’ll be at the Home Plate Bar or the Tiki or the Biergarten at field level, as well. Non-alcoholic, refreshing options are a good idea, although the relative sugar and sweetness might be off-putting for some.
Blue Hawaiian: Pina Colada w/ Blue Curacao
Strawberry Slider: Strawberry Lemonade
Left Fielder: Sour Apple, Coconut, Pineapple with a splash of Blue
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Other News and Notes:
Just Walk Out
It’s kind of a crazy thing to say at the ballpark. You are welcome to leave at any time, right?
No, it refers to “Just Walk Out by Amazon” which is new technology for concessions, stores, shops in airports, etc. which allows you to check in with your credit card or phone and grab the concessions you need and just leave. The Amazon Overlords will monitor the cameras and make sure you pay for everything that you took. This will be installed at the Home Plate Grill, so while we’ll lose a concession we’ll gain a quick service spot to refill or reload or grab a sandwich perhaps. It’s an interesting concept that we look forward to trying and appreciate anything that decreases the amount of time we spend in lines.
Credit: Tana Weingartner WVXU Cincinnati
“Grill 21”
There’s a media conference scheduled for prior to the Media Day activities on Wednesday. Perhaps it’s to announce the “Walk Out” and/or that the Blast Furnace Grill has been renamed in the plaza. Or, they’re adding or renaming something else? And, is it for Roberto Clemente? We’ll see. Updates and edits will be made here.
That’s it, we’ll see you at the park, and remember to check back for updates as more information becomes available. The park, of course, remains cashless. The workaround is to use cash to purchase a gift card and use that for purchases. Some private concessions (ie Gyros, Nuts) will still take cash and cannot take the gift card.
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Food Photography by Jack Mitroka.