Sure, Citi Field has peanuts and cracker jacks, hot dogs and hamburgers, but the diverse cuisine expands to include everything from empanadas to tuna tacos to a chicken sandwiches with two halves of a glazed donut for a bun.
A trip to the New York Mets' home ballpark isn't just about the baseball but the culinary experience, as well.
USA TODAY has recognized Citi Field as the best stadium in Major League Baseball for food ahead of the 2024 season in its Best Baseball Stadium Food rankings. The top 10 across the league was selected by a panel of experts and voted upon by readers.
The list elaborated, saying:
Mets fans are known to indulge in Citi Field's signature food item, the Bases Loaded BBQ Burger from Shake Shack, a beloved New York City institution. In addition to this juicy and flavorful masterpiece, fans can choose from a variety ofstadium food options that represent the city's culinary identity.From classic New York-style hot dogs and soft pretzels to localdelicacies like pastrami sandwiches, cheesesteaks, and loaded nachos, the food options cater to a wide range of tastes.USA Today's 10 best MLB stadiums for food
The rest of the top five were the Brewers' American Family Field in second, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, in third, Phillies' Citizen Bank Park in fourth and Nationals Park in fifth.
The Mets will open the season against the Brewers at 1:40 p.m. on March 29 at Citi Field.
