Curious about which NFL stadiums have the best concessions? We’ve ranked the top ten places for fans to grab a drink and a bite to eat while they watch the game!
For many NFL fans, attending a game is about much more than just catching a glimpse of the on-field action—it’s about having the ultimate game-day experience. From sampling the electrifying atmosphere to indulging in unique food and drinks, it’s not only touchdowns and tackles that make a game unforgettable.
Luckily for fans, many stadiums go the extra mile when it comes to concessions, offering an extensive selection of refreshments for fans to indulge in. So, it’s with this in mind that we decided to research and rank the top ten NFL stadiums with the best concessions!
To do so, we compared the number of concessions each stadium offers relative to its seating capacity. The stadiums were then ranked from one to thirty based on how many concessions per 10,000 fans they offer. Intrigued? Dive into a full rundown of our results below!
Top 10 NFL stadiums with the most concession
When it comes to catering for fans on game day, the following stadiums go above and beyond, offering a variety of unique options. They also make it easy to grab a quick bite when there’s a break in play, with plenty of stands within easy reach:
1. Soldier Field
Soldier Field, home to the Chicago Bears, takes first place with an impressive 154 concession stands. With the smallest stadium capacity on our list (61,500), there’s 25 stands per 10,000 fans!
Fans can enjoy the specialty Odunze hot dog at Shoreline (in section 134) which features a jalapeño-cheddar dog with Italian beef and spicy giardiniera.
2. State Farm Stadium
In second place we have the Arizona Cardinals’ State Farm Stadium, with a capacity of 63,400 and 146 concessions. Hungry fans can choose from a huge variety of options on game day…
If you’re sitting in sections 113, 132, 416, or 440, make sure to check out Spinato’s Pizzeria, offering its signature Arizona Cardinals RedZone pizza. And for dessert? Head across to Scoopwell’s Dough Bar for a warm cookie sundae.
3. Ford Field
Ford Field stadium, home to the Detroit Lions, ranks third with 141 concession stands serving its 65,000 fans. There are 122 seating sections in the stadium, that’s an impressive 1.16 stands per section!
If you’re on the upper level, grab a bite to eat from the Tailgate Grill or Big Boy Burgers, or if it’s something sweet you’re after, just head to Big Top Bites.
4. Mercedes-Benz Stadium
The Mercedes-Benz Stadium, renowned for its game-day experience, comes in fourth with a whopping 153 concession stands (the second highest in our ranking).
The stadium has a 71,000 capacity, that means there’s 21.5 concessions per 10,000. With a diverse mix of dishes on offer, you can enjoy everything from fresh sushi to all the classic game-day food.
5. SoFi Stadium
In fifth place we have the SoFi Stadium, which offers 148 concession stands (that’s 21.1 per 10,000 fans).
From hot dogs to pretzels and chicken loaded nachos, whatever you’re craving, the SoFi Stadium probably has it. In response to fan feedback, the stadium more recently introduced new BBQ and Poke & Pho stands too.
6. Raymond James Stadium
The Raymond James Stadium, home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has a capacity of 65,890 and 132 concession stands—that’s an impressive 20 per 10,000! There are 118 seating sections in the stadium, and a whopping 1.2 stands per section.
After a local bite to eat? The Tampa Cuban is featured throughout the whole stadium, offering bread sourced straight from Ybor city.
7. NRG Stadium
The NRG stadium comes in seventh place, offering 142 concessions for its 72,220 game-day visitors to pick from.
Popular fan favourites include sweet pretzels and nachos, and you can find a selection of locally-inspired flavours at Killen’s BBQ and Texas Smokehouse.
8. Lucas Oil Stadium
Lucas Oil Stadium, home to the Indianapolis Colts, has a capacity of 67,000. There are 130 concession stands, coming in at a similarly impressive 19.4 per 10,000 fans.
From Midwest staples to savoury delights, the Lucas Oil Stadium certainly isn’t short of options. A fan favourite is the BBQ pulled Pork Sandwich, or New for 2025, check out The Ringer footlong corn dog!
9. Huntington Bank Field
Claiming the penultimate spot in our top ten is Huntington Bank Field, home to the Cleveland Browns. Fans can choose from 123 concessions (that’s 18.1 per 10,000) and there are 0.95 stands per seating block!
Just head to the Hall of Favs stand for classic game-day treats like hot dogs, fries, and sweet snacks.
10. EverBank Stadium
The Jacksonville Jaguars’ EverBank Stadium steals the final spot in our top ten, boasting a respectable 117 concessions. That’s 16.9 per 10,000 people, offering plenty of refreshments for fans to enjoy.
Including everything from made-to-order pizza to the Duuuval Country Kitchen offering Southern hospitality, there are several must-try items on the menu.
Bottom 5 NFL stadiums with the fewest concessions
But what about the stadiums that sit at the bottom end of the ranking? Here’s a quick rundown of those with more lacklustre offerings:
26. Bank of America Stadium
Home to the Carolina Panthers, the Bank of America Stadium ranks 26th. On a full game day, 75,523 fans have just 82 concessions to choose from (that’s 10.9 per 10,000). So, it’s fair to say that you might spend a fair amount of time queuing up for a bite to eat…
27. MetLife Stadium
Next up we have the MetLife Stadium with a huge 82,500 capacity (the highest on our list). You’ll find just 77 concessions in the stadium, and with 146 sections, there’s only 0.53 per section.
28. FedExField
In the 28th place, we have FedEx Field, home to the Washington Commanders. The stadium has 53 concession stands, and a capacity of 67,717 (that’s around 7.8 per 10,000). It also has 188 seating sections, meaning there are only 0.28 stands per section.
29. M&T Bank Stadium
In the penultimate spot we have M&T Bank Stadium, which has just 7.7 concessions per 10,000 hungry fans. With 55 in total and a capacity of 71,008, it might need to up its game if it wants to keep spectators satisfied.
30. Highmark Stadium
Highmark Stadium, home to the Buffalo Bills, sits at the bottom of our ranking, perhaps because it has only 43 concession stands for its 71,608 fans—that’s just 6 per 10,000 (a far cry from Soldier Field’s 25).
Final thoughts…
Well, there we have it: the NFL stadiums with the best (and the most) concessions! From Soldier Field’s 154 concession stands to Ford Field’s similarly impressive 141, it’s clear that many teams prioritise food and drink to enhance the overall fan experience. And interestingly, it’s not always the largest stadiums that provide the best options!
No game-day experience is complete without indulging in a hot dog and an extra-large bucket of popcorn. So, if you ever find yourself catching a game in one of the top ten stadiums, don’t forget to check out their impressive food offerings!
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Methodology
This dataset ranks all 30 NFL stadiums, based on how good they are for concessions. To do this, we gathered the number of concessions and compared this to the stadiums capacity & the number of seating sections. The stadiums were then ranked from highest to lowest, based on how many concessions per 10,000 fans they had.
The factors used are as follows:
• Concessions per 10,000 fans – The total number of food and/or drink vendors in each stadium, per 10,000 fans.
• Concessions per Seating Section – The total number of food and/or drink vendors in each stadium, per seating section.
The factors were indexed as follows:
• All Factors – Higher is better.
All data is correct as of 29/01/24. The ranking data shown is a compilation of multiple data sources and may not be representative of real life. All data is accurate with regards to the sources provided. Seating sections do not include VIP and/or Suite areas.