Yankees' 'Chicken Bucket,' Marlins' 'Machete' top 2026 new ballpark grub

America’s pastime doesn’t just include the action on the diamond — it extends to the food at the ballpark, too.

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Teams across Major League Baseball continue to raise their game when it comes to concession items. Hot dogs, peanuts and Cracker Jack are merely the tip of the iceberg. This season is no different with new creations making headlines of their own.

The New York Yankees are serving up a mini dessert “chicken” bucket at Yankee Stadium. It might look like fried chicken, but it’s ice cream with a chocolate covered cookie center.

Here are more ballpark innovations that can be found at MLB concession stands this season.

The Colorado Rockies will have donut pizzas at Coors Field this season 😋

These donuts are covered in garlic butter, grated parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, marinara sauce, pesto sauce and Italian seasoning 😮 pic.twitter.com/cTOjUDzaA7

— MLB (@MLB) March 30, 2026

The Marlins’ new “Machete” menu item is served in a custom carrying case 😳

This TWO-FOOT homemade flour tortilla is griddled on the flat top with melted mozzarella and Oaxaca cheeses, house-marinated carne asada, smoky guajillo pepper sauce, salsa verde and cilantro 👀

(via… pic.twitter.com/NnpIiFXIsP

— MLB (@MLB) March 19, 2026

The Padres’ new S’mores Pretzel looks incredible 🤤

This freshly baked braided pretzel features chocolate, graham cracker crumbles and marshmallow whipped cream! pic.twitter.com/c3q5HWfRfC

— MLB (@MLB) March 29, 2026

Crispy fried chicken thighs served with golden brown churros, ancho syrup and fresh strawberries. Levy Restaurants

The D-backs will have a “Take Me Out to the Ballgame Shake” at games this year 🤤

It’s a salted caramel shake with whipped cream, peanut butter sandwich cookies, Kit Kat bars and Cracker Jack.

(via @LevyRestaurants) pic.twitter.com/hLTgNVOpNy

— MLB (@MLB) March 18, 2026

Inspired by the towering landmark, a sandwich featuring grilled chicken, smoked bacon, mixed greens, chipotle ranch and Gruyère cheese on a soft pretzel bun. Levy Restaurants

A chocolate soft-serve milkshake in an Oreo-rimmed cup — a nod to the Rays’ City Connect uniform — topped with a mini-ice cream cone and a brownie wedge. Levy Restaurants

The Mariners celebrate 75 years of the Washington State Ferries system and 50 seasons of the franchise with a souvenir that can hold food, too. Seattle Mariners

The Phillies are changing the game with their new “Schwarbomb Sundae” 🤯

It’s a mini helmet filled with soft-serve ice cream and topped with a funnel-cake-fried strawberry Uncrustable, fresh strawberry sauce and fruity cereal pieces 🤤 pic.twitter.com/xpKPwzyGxn

— MLB (@MLB) March 19, 2026

Multiple teams: 9-9-9 Challenge

The 9-9-9 Challenge is back and will be available at even more ballparks in 2026 👀

Where will you be attempting the challenge? 🌭New York Mets – Citi FieldPhiladelphia Phillies – Citizens Bank ParkColorado Rockies – Coors FieldHouston Astros – Daikin ParkKansas City Royals… pic.twitter.com/GYn32rRRT8

— MLB (@MLB) March 23, 2026

New York Mets: Mr. Met Chocolate Whoopie Pie

The Mets will sell a Mr. Met Chocolate Whoopie Pie at Citi Field during the 2026 season. Aramark

Colorado Rockies: Dubai Cinnamon Roll

A cinnamon roll topped with chocolate, vanilla ice cream, pistachios, caramel puff cereal and kataifi. Aramark

Colorado Rockies: Glizzilla

A two-foot, one-pound hot dog designed for sharing. Aramark

Two fried brisket “donuts” with BBQ sauce and homemade mac & cheese. Aramark

Crispy Cavendish Farms fries, Luke’s Lobster meat, clam chowder and crispy bacon. Aramark

Footlong hot dog with cornbread coating, yellow mustard and pico de gallo served in a special baseball bat boat. Aramark