There’s something about being at the ballpark that makes everything taste better and, with some new food and beverage options at Minute Maid Park this year, there was plenty to eat and drink as we watched the Astros clinch the American League West division with their win over the Mariners. (Photos by Eric Sauseda for the Houston Press)
Juice Box eateries and bars include the Budweiser Batterโs Eye Bar (with VIP seating for season ticket holders), the Budweiser Brew House (Frito pie, chicken and waffles), Five/Seven Market (packaged snacks, energy drinks), the Lexus Field Club (upscale dining), the Shake Shack (hot dogs, frozen custard), Torchy’s Tacos (Mezzanine Level), Astros Melts (SPAM grilled cheese sandwiches), The Butcher (smoked pork butt sandwich), Little Bigs (sliders), and Topps “Incredible Eats” Baseball Card Showcase (mashed potatoes and chicken in a waffle cone).
Beer and Cheetos popcorn
Beer with the boys
Torchy’s Tacos
Beer and a hot dog, a classic combo
Cracker Jack, a baseball tradition
Loaded baked potato
Is this poutine at Minute Maid Park?
Popcorn and a hot dog
The Budweiser outfield area
Show me your fries
Pretzels
Beer and peanuts
Cotton Candy man
A sampling of items offered
Beer and peanuts
You can buy wine by the bottle at the Five/Seven Market
Chicken in a waffle cone
Cajun cooked goods
Symone shows us the frozen lemonades
Hearty sliced beef sandwich
Orbit stops for a photo by the bar
Peanuts are a staple at the ballpark
Ribs from Jackon Street BBQ
Funnel cakes
Chicken nuggets, footlong hot dog and a regular dog
Local brew from Saint Arnold Brewing Company
Some of the Torchy’s Tacos crew
Whipping up some meaty nachos
This little one loved her Orbit cup
Topping ice cream with sprinkles
Plenty of beer for all
Tacos and queso
Cheetos popcorn is a thing
Torchy’s Tacos dining area
Torchy’s Tacos dining area
Self serve sodas
Enter here for Torchy’s Tacos goodness
Tall boy beers are available at the Five/Seven Market
The Torchy’s Tacos deck is an amazing spot to catch a game and some tacos
Margaritas
Shake Shack has made their presence known at Minute Maid Park