A State Fair of Texas institution: a beef frankfurter dipped in a thick sweet cornmeal batter, deep-fried and served on a stick with yellow mustard. Served at Fair Park every autumn since 1942.
Where to eat it: 1 restaurant across 1 city.
Neil Fletcher introduced the corn dog at the 1942 State Fair of Texas, calling it the Corny Dog, and the Fletcher family has sold them from the same booth at Fair Park every autumn since. The recipe and booth location are unchanged since 1942. The corny dog became so associated with the Fair that the terms are interchangeable in Dallas.
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Common allergens: Gluten, Eggs
Tip from the editors. The tall container trick is key: pour the thick batter into a tall narrow cup so you can dip the frank in one smooth motion and coat it evenly.
The largest state fair in the country with 200+ food vendors serving deep-fried experiments, Big Tex Choice Award winners, and Texas BBQ. At 3809 Grand Ave.
OrderBig Tex Choice Award winner (savory and sweet categories); Fletcher's Corny Dogs; fried butter (if available).
TipPurchase discount tickets in advance. Come on a weekday for shorter queues.
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