Exciting New Food Options at Comerica Park’s Opening Day

DETROIT, Mich. — Fans attending this year’s home opener at Comerica Park will find a wide array of food options awaiting them, from traditional ballpark staples like hot dogs and peanuts to innovative new offerings set to tempt their taste buds.

Last week, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment and the Detroit Tigers hosted the annual “What’s New at Comerica Park” media preview event, showcasing the latest food, beverages, and merchandise designed to enhance the fan experience for the 2024 season.

Among the enticing selections, Breadless stands out with a unique approach to sandwiches, offering options wrapped in greens instead of bread. Their popular offerings include Avocado Turkey and Jerk Chicken and Mango sandwiches, priced at $15.50.

Corktown’s renowned barbecue joint introduces a new item called “Put Me in Coach,” featuring a shredded brisket sandwich topped with Kansas City-style barbecue sauce, sliced onions, and dill pickles, priced at $17.99. The establishment also offers the classic Reason pulled pork and the Yardbird smoked chicken sandwiches.

For burger enthusiasts, Fairway Packing Co. presents the smashburger, consisting of two beef patties with American cheese, diced onion, and special sauce on a Martin’s roll for $13.99. Food lovers looking for comfort food can visit the Blue Moon Bistro, located in Section 151, where visitors can indulge in mozzarella sticks grilled between garlic sourdough bread, topped with house-made marinara and provolone cheese.

As food prices continue to rise, fans will find several value items scattered across the concession areas, including affordable options for hot dogs, pizza, and beer available in select sections. The aim is to ensure all attendees have a chance to enjoy their favorite food without breaking the bank.

Spring is often associated with renewal and hope, and this year’s Opening Day offers a chance to put the harsh winter behind. National Weather Service meteorologist Dave Kook predicts an overcast day with temperatures in the mid-50s when the Tigers take on the Chicago White Sox at 1:10 p.m. There’s only a slight chance of rain, around 20%, with a prediction of light showers overnight.

“It’s looking good enough,” Kook stated. While there may be a light thundershower, it is expected to bring less than a half-inch of rain, making it a manageable day for baseball.

As fans gear up for the game, the anticipation of cheering on the Tigers amid new culinary delights adds an exhilarating atmosphere to a fresh baseball season. More festivities, including local events and parties across the city in anticipation of the home opener, are in store.

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