Twins new food and beverages include plenty of value options, and gluten free and vegan snacks

Tuesday, the Minnesota Twins unveiled the new offerings and features at the ballpark ahead of 2026.

It starts with value. Long an expensive proposition to feed the family, ballpark food will come with some options in 2026 the team will draw more people to games, and even pregame happy hours.

Debuting this year, the Twins’ pregame happy hour features food and beverage deals and live music from the time gates open through scheduled first pitch on Fridays and Saturday. That means $2 beers and $2 food. Those two-buck beers include 12-ounce cans of Bud, Bud Light and Summit Twins Pils. Food options include hot dogs and various ballpark snacks.

All $2 food and beverage items are available at select concession stands located throughout Target Field from 1:00-3:10 p.m ahead of the home opener this Friday and throughout the season.

Delaware North General Manager, Pete Spike, the Twins in-house catering company, tells WCCO that one of their challenges each year is to keep up with changing tastes, and changing trends.

He says it starts with beverage options.

"Trends are somewhat lagging when it comes to a ballpark experience," Spike said. "So part of our job is to see is it truly a trend or is it a fad, right? Looking to see what's worked over the last couple of years and what maybe has made its way into the mainstream, then we try to adapt."

One of those things is around the mocktail component and the non-alcoholic offerings in the ballpark.

"So we did introduce boba teas last year, which have been a mall favorite for the young kids that are now becoming of age to be able to come and enjoy a game," Spike adds. "So working with a Niko Niko Boba last year. And now coming into this year, dirty sodas has become a big phase. So bringing that dirty soda into their concept to allow us to work within the infrastructure. But then we also have an adult group that likes to be creative and maybe expand their horizons and so there's a boozy boba option. So why not take those younger kids that love boba that are now 21 and older that maybe want to try it with a tequila or a vodka, and so we're having that."

When it comes to food, Spike says it's important to them, and the Twins, to keep all things accessible no matter what the dietary restrictions fans have.

"The other is just the dietary piece, good, bad or indifferent, we do have a part of society now that is is struggling with with a wheat or a gluten intolerance," says Spike. "But also people are making that lifestyle choice to move away from from wheat or gluten. So now we thought it would be a good time for us to maybe get a dedicated location versus just having a 'you can go here for a gluten-free option, or here for an option.' Now that we have something like the No Gluten Way, you can go to a location and feel safe that it's all gluten-free at that space. You'll be able to get a really good burger and a really good hot dog, or you can get snacks and beverages, adult or younger, along with a local bakery that we've been able to partner with to provide a sweet treat."

Also brand-new for the Twins this season is a remade and remodeled Champions Club. The 430-seat luxury section 50 feet behind home plate got a $5 million upgrade, with new concessions equipment, furniture and floors. The more opened-up area will also create additional indoor seating.

New and Expanded Concession Concepts

• La Madre (Section 110): Inspired by the bustling streets and vibrant culture of Puerto Vallarta, La Madre delivers an immersive Mexican street-food experience at both its Minneapolis Mill District location and at Target Field.
  • Elote: Steamed corn on the cob slathered with mayonnaise and coated in a choice of cotija, Tajín or árbol spice, plus Flamin’ Hot Cheetos or hot blue corn chips, and served with lime wedges.
• No Gluten Way (Section 112): A dedicated destination for fans with celiac disease or those choosing a gluten-free lifestyle. Offerings include:
  • Beef burger with white American cheese, grilled onions, bacon and bistro sauce on a gluten-free bun.
  • All-beef hot dog with grilled onions on a gluten-free bun.
  • Gluten-free snacks.
  • Gluten-free cookies from Minneapolis’ family-owned and operated Atuvava Bakery.
  • A selection of gluten-free beers, seltzers and nonalcoholic beverages.
• Mac and Yes Please (Section 113): A customizable comfort-food destination featuring:
  • Build Your Own: Cavatappi pasta tossed in creamy white cheddar cheese sauce and toasted breadcrumbs. Fans can choose from toppings and proteins including Buffalo chicken, brisket, blue cheese crumbles, sliced hot peppers and fried onion crips. The dish is then completed with a Buffalo ranch or BBQ drizzle.
  • For the Kids: A simple kids’ mac and cheese option is also available.
• Mediterranean Bowl (Section 114): Steamed rice topped with chicken shawarma, diced red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese and tzatziki sauce.
  • Vegetarian option also available.
• Red Cow (Section 233): Offering a sophisticated twist on the classic neighborhood tavern, Minnesota-based Red Cow features finely crafted eats and drinks with a focus on gourmet burgers, craft beers and fine wine.
  • Double Barrel Burger: Two beef patties topped with white American cheese, grilled onions, burger butter and a horseradish cream sauce.

Also, Herbivorous Butcher and MSP Kosher Dogs will now be located at the Market Grill (Section 126).

New Restaurant Food Items

• Truly On Deck: Buffalo chicken poutine; churros; and a grilled quesadilla.
• Keeper’s Heart Town Ball Tavern: Bang-Bang chicken sandwich
• Hrbek’s: Loaded tater tot nachos.

Here are some of the new food and beverage options ahead of 2026's season, opening up Friday at Target Field:

• Chocolate Fish on a Stick (Truly On Deck and Keeper’s Heart Town Ball Tavern): From prominent Minneapolis-based Chef Matthew Kazama of the forthcoming Izakaya Kazama, this Japanese-inspired dessert features a crispy fish-shaped waffle filled with sweet filling and served with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce.

• Mac and Yes Please (Section 113): A customizable comfort-food destination featuring:
  • Build Your Own: Cavatappi pasta tossed in creamy white cheddar cheese sauce and toasted breadcrumbs. Fans can choose from toppings and proteins including Buffalo chicken, brisket, blue cheese crumbles, sliced hot peppers and fried onion crips. The dish is then completed with a Buffalo ranch or BBQ drizzle.
  • For the Kids: A simple kids’ mac and cheese option is also available.

• Niko Niko (Section 120): Building on the successful 2025 introduction of boba tea at Target Field, Niko Niko expands the experience with new boba flavors, dirty sodas and boozy boba options for guests 21+.

• Justin’s Candied Popcorn Bar (Section 106): Fresh-popped popcorn topped with a customizable selection including Reese’s Pieces; M&M’s; crushed Oreos; chocolate-covered pretzels; yogurt-covered pretzels; Nerds clusters; cookie crumble; miniature marshmallows; and chocolate, white chocolate, or caramel sauce.

• Mediterranean Bowl (Section 114): Steamed rice topped with chicken shawarma, diced red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese and tzatziki sauce.

• In-House Summertime Shandies (various bars, restaurants and clubs): Target Field’s mixologists are delivering several flavors of the Midwest’s signature summer drink.
• Expanded Mocktail Menu (Truly On Deck, Keeper’s Heart Town Ball Tavern and Hrbek’s): New nonalcoholic offerings include Target Field’s own Bullpen Breeze, MV-Piña Colada, Change Up and Moon Shot.
• Mix-and-Match Carbliss Cocktails (Carbliss Clubhouse): The new Carbliss Clubhouse located inside Gate 6 features a variety of Carbliss premium hand-crafted cocktails.

• Red Cow (Section 233): Offering a sophisticated twist on the classic neighborhood tavern, Minnesota-based Red Cow features finely crafted eats and drinks with a focus on gourmet burgers, craft beers and fine wine.
  • Double Barrel Burger: Two beef patties topped with white American cheese, grilled onions, burger butter and a horseradish cream sauce.

• La Madre (Section 110): Inspired by the bustling streets and vibrant culture of Puerto Vallarta, La Madre delivers an immersive Mexican street-food experience at both its Minneapolis Mill District location and at Target Field.
  • Elote: Steamed corn on the cob slathered with mayonnaise and coated in a choice of cotija, Tajín or árbol spice, plus Flamin’ Hot Cheetos or hot blue corn chips, and served with lime wedges.

• No Gluten Way (Section 112): A dedicated destination for fans with celiac disease or those choosing a gluten-free lifestyle. Offerings include:
  • Beef burger with white American cheese, grilled onions, bacon and bistro sauce on a gluten-free bun.
  • All-beef hot dog with grilled onions on a gluten-free bun.
  • Gluten-free snacks.
  • Gluten-free cookies from Minneapolis’ family-owned and operated Atuvava Bakery.
  • A selection of gluten-free beers, seltzers and nonalcoholic beverages.