From globally inspired creations and over-the-top combinations to indulgent fried desserts and family-friendly value meals, the 2026 OC Fair is serving up an exciting menu of new culinary experiences and beloved fair classics when it opens this month.
This year’s food lineup features dozens of new items, OC Fair exclusives and expanded value offerings – including the $5 Taste of Fair now daily until 5 p.m. – giving fairgoers even more reasons to arrive hungry. Anyone interested in the Peanut Butter and Jelly Cheeseburger?
New and exclusive flavors
- The Croffle from Mom’s Bakeshoppe makes its OC Fair debut after gaining popularity in South Korea. The Chocolate Chip Croffle combines a buttery croissant pressed in a waffle iron and topped with vanilla ice cream.
- French Onion Ten Pound Bun, an OC Fair exclusive from Ten Pound Buns, layers whipped butter, garlic, mozzarella, cheddar and caramelized onions into an irresistible oversized bread creation. The stand also offers Campfire Breakfast and vegan Avocado Toast.
- Gooey Maple Butter Popcorn Cone from Planet Popcorn is another OC Fair exclusive, featuring warm maple butter popcorn served in a cone with optional chopped nuts. Guests can also choose from several gluten-free popcorn flavors.
- Shawarma Fry Cone brings middle eastern flavors to the Fair in a portable cone (or wrap) via Chicken Charlie’s stands. While there, look for the OC Fair exclusive Deep-Fried Tiramisu.
Chicken Charlie’s celebrates 30 years
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Chicken Charlie’s introduces:
- Fried Mangonada
- Shawarma Fry Cone
- Parmesan Garlic Fry Cone
- Fried Tiramisu (OC Fair exclusive)
The stand is also offering a special $30 anniversary meal deal that includes an entrée, fries, Fried Oreos and a drink.
Bigger, bolder potato creations
Corn Star & Baked Potato Club introduces several hearty new menu items, including:
- Street Corn Baked Potato
- Chili Mac ‘n’ Cheese Baked Potato
- Street Corn Fries
- Tot-Zilla
- Vegetarian Broc-Star Potato with broccoli
A smaller Street Corn Baked Potato is also available through the $5 Taste of Fair.
More new Fair favorites
Additional highlights include:
- Peanut Butter & Jelly Bacon Cheeseburger (Philly Cheese Steak)
- Dutch Fries with black truffle mayo (Biggy’s)
- Dubai Deep-Fried Oreo (Fried Affair)
- Porkapalooza Pizza (Enzo’s Pizza)
- Korean Corn Dogs and Cheese Sticks rolled in Takis or buldak ramen (Mustard’s)
- Chupacabra Tasti Chips (Tasti Chips)
- Candied drinks dirty beverages (Sugar Puff Candy)
- Gluten-free Cheese Curds (Tasti Burger)
- Loaded Tater Kegs (Tasti Burger)
- New freeze-dried candy beverages and Candy Blast gummies (Sugar Puff Candy)
More value and great variety
Guests can enjoy $5 Taste offerings daily until 5 p.m., with the popular promotion extended by one additional hour this year. View menu.
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options continue to grow throughout the fair, including vegan avocado toast, vegetarian baked potatoes, gluten-free cheese curds and multiple gluten-free popcorn flavors, Dole Whip creations, cheese on a stick and more.
Whether guests come for adventurous flavors, nostalgic treats or classic fair favorites, the 2026 OC Fair offers one of its most diverse and delicious food lineups yet.
