08/07/2026
â¨EXPLORIUM STATE FAIR FOOD SPECIALSâ¨
Aug 5 - August 16
Itâs an Explorium tradition: during the run of the State Fair, our chefs create their own fair food-inspired specialsâand this yearâs lineup is here! đĄđť
EXPLORIUM THIRD WARD
CHICAGO DOG PIZZA
A poppy seed crust topped with mozzarella, sliced all-beef hot dogs, fresh onion, sport peppers, diced tomatoes, and crunchy pickles, finished with a drizzle of classic yellow mustard. A Chicago-style favorite, reimagined as a pizza. 15
đşPair with: Hot Dog L***r
CARNIVAL NACHOS
Crispy cinnamon-sugar tortilla chips loaded with fresh strawberries and bananas, drizzled with rich chocolate and caramel sauces, then finished with whipped cream and a scoop of French vanilla ice cream. A fun, shareable dessert with the perfect balance of warm crunch and sweet indulgence. 8
đşPair with: Livingstoneâs Porter
Get all the State Fair vibes without the State Fair prices or lines.
Heading to the Fair? Stop by The Micro for a pour of Hot Dog L***r, Damn! Thatâs Good IIPA, or Belgian Summer Ale. Think you can help us kill a keg? đ