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Minnesota State Fair tops Yelp’s best state fair food list
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Sabrina Salguero Del Cid , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The fair's extensive selection of food, with over 500 vendors, contributed to its top ranking.
The Minnesota State Fair has been recognized for its food, ranking first on a list of top state fairs in the country. This ranking was determined by Yelp, which analyzed reviews and ratings to identify the best state fair foods. The fair's extensive selection of food, with over 500 vendors, contributed to its top ranking.
New items are introduced every year, adding to the variety of options available. Some of the fair's staple foods were highlighted, including Sweet Martha's Cookie Jar and classic corn dogs. Further details about the ranking and the fair's food options are available from the source.
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Category: government Published: August 13, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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