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Not Your Grandfather's Hot Dog Stand

Food columnist finds best, worst stadium fare in major leagues

By Katherine Thompson,  Newser Staff

Posted Jun 8, 2008 11:26 AM CDT
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(Newser) – From a perfect crab salad sandwich at AT&T field in San Francisco to a dreadful crab cake at Camden Yards in Baltimore, the New York Times charts the range and quality of foods available at America's ballparks. Crab isn't the only departure from the ubiquitous hot dog: During his quest, Peter Meehan found sushi, subs, strawberries, and more.

Seattle balances Japanese-inspired dishes with a delicately fried hot dog made of cod. Milwaukee keeps it traditional with bratwursts and cheese curds, and a surprising beer selection. Philadelphia offers a characteristic spread of local favorites. Dodger Stadium disappoints, however, as do Chicago's two parks, and perhaps the most universal truth Meehan encountered is the horror of ballpark hamburgers.

Fries on your sandwich? Pittsburgh's own Primanti Brothers sandwiches are available in PNC Park.
Fries on your sandwich? Pittsburgh's own Primanti Brothers sandwiches are available in PNC Park.   ((c) jakeliefer)
Safeco Field offers fans a taste of star fielder Ichiro Suzuki, in the form of the Ichiroll.
Safeco Field offers fans a taste of star fielder Ichiro Suzuki, in the form of the Ichiroll.   ((c) jwalsh)
Eating questionable hot dogs has always been a part of going out to the ballpark, but that's started to change with new crops of alternative food stands appearing at parks like San Francisco's AT&T.
Eating questionable hot dogs has always been a part of going out to the ballpark, but that's started to change with new crops of alternative food stands appearing at parks like San Francisco's AT&T.   (Getty Images)
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