Fans heading to Comerica Park and the Detroit Tigers' home opener will have plenty of food options. Around the concession areas, ballpark favorites like hot dogs and peanuts are plentiful, as is Little Caesars pizza.
But there are new items, too, sure to wow fans.
Last week, I had the opportunity to sample new food options at Comerica Park ahead of Opening Day. Each year, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment and the Tigers host “What’s New at Comerica Park” media gathering. The event showcased new food and merchandise as well as upcoming special fan days and other planned events for the season.
For me, of course, it’s about the food. But it's also about the opportunity to talk to the chefs and food operators.
And one other thing I look for is value — especially with high food costs. You'll find a few bargains on hot dogs, pizza and beer available in sections throughout the ballpark.
Here are a few highlights not to miss:
Breadless
If you’re not familiar with Breadless, they offer a menu of sandwiches minus the bread at their locations in Detroit and Rochester Hills. Its sandwiches ($15.50), from the Avocado Turkey or Jerk Chicken and Mango (a favorite), are wrapped in greens like Swiss chard or romaine instead of served on bread.
Slows Bar BQ
Corktown's long-standing barbecue joint has two sandwich menu favorites: the Reason with Slows pulled pork and the Yardbird with smoked chicken. New this year is “Put Me in Coach” featuring shredded brisket topped with Kansas City-style barbecue sauce and topped with sliced onion and dill pickles. Sandwiches are $17.99.
Smashburger
From Fairway Packing Co., the smashburger ($13.99) is two beef patties with American cheese, diced onion and special sauce served on a Martin's roll.
Motor City Melt
