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GOOD EATS AHEAD: THE ROAD TO THE FAIR STARTS HERE

The Iowa State Fair is more than a place you go. It’s a tradition you look forward to all year long. It’s the road trip playlist, the windows down, the conversations that last the whole drive, and the moments that happen when friends and family come together under the summer sky.

This year, Destination Grille is back at the fair, ready to be part of those memories once again. From our signature red and black trailer to the lights of the midway, we’re bringing scratch-made favorites, new fair creations, and unforgettable flavors to the place where summer traditions are made. So grab your crew, make the drive, and meet us at the midway.

The Destination Is Always the Food

We’re serving a lineup of award-wiining fair favorites and new creations made to be shared, savored, and remembered. Every dish is made from scratch in our 100% gluten-free kitchen and designed to make your fair experience one you’ll want to relive.

porky parm gnocchi

Gluten-free potato gnocchi and Graziano sausage tossed in a house-made AE cream parmesan sauce with pesto drizzle, shaved parmesan, fresh parsley, and topped with a souvenir piggy pal.

Mozza-tini sticks

Four hand-breaded gluten-free mozzarella sticks served with warm vodka sauce, jalapeño ranch drizzle and fresh parsley.

Lobster corn dog

Full North Atlantic lobster tail, lightly fried on a stick and finished with lemon aioli drizzle, chives, and grated parmesan.

Midway Melonade

A sparkling watermelon lime refresher infused with fresh mint, lime peel simple syrup, and finished with bubbly soda water.

Farm & Sea special

Pair our Lobster Corn Dog with the Porky Parm Gnocchi for the ultimate Farm & Sea Special.

Lobster corn dog

Full North Atlantic lobster tail, lightly fried on a stick and finished with lemon aioli drizzle, chives, and grated parmesan

porky parm gnocchi

Gluten-free potato gnocchi and Graziano sausage tossed in a AE cream parmesan sauce with pesto drizzle, shaved parmesan, and fresh parsley

Mozza-tini sticks

Four hand-breaded gluten-free mozzarella sticks served with warm vodka sauce, jalapeño ranch drizzle, and fresh parsley

Map Your Adventure

We’re located on Logan Ave between the Craft Beer Tent and the Jacobson Building.

Behind Every Fair Memory Is a Story

Some of the best fair memories happen long before the gates open. For the fourth year, Destination Grille is honored to serve as the dedicated caterer for the FFA and 4H students participating in the Iowa State Fair — preparing fresh breakfast, lunch, and dinner for hundreds of kids.

From early mornings in the barns to late nights under the midway lights, we’re proud to play a small part in helping fuel the next generation as they create fair memories of their own.

Roll the windows down.
Turn up the music.

Your 2026 fair faves
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Meet us at the midway

The bags are packed, the playlist is ready, and another fair adventure is waiting. Destination Grille is excited to be part of your Iowa State Fair experience this summer. Follow us on social media to join the journey, get behind-the-scenes updates, and see what’s happening at D|G throughout the fair!