DES MOINES, Iowa — The people have spoken: The Finisher is officially 2022’s Iowa State Fair People’s Choice Best New Food.
While there were 53 new foods at the fair this year, only three made it to the final round to compete for the Best New Food title. The Finisher (The Rib Shack) faced tough competition from the "OMG" Chicken Sandwich (Chicken City) and Pork Picnic in a Cup (Iowa Pork Tent).
The Finisher is a step beyond a loaded baked potato. Topped with brisket, pulled pork and mac and cheese, it’s a combination of all your favorite comfort foods.
“It’s a big, beautiful hodgepodge of fair foods on one plate,” said "Good Morning Iowa" anchor Chenue Her in his review. “As much as I love the dish, I also love the price of it… running for only $10! That’s a whole lotta food for the price. It’s definitely enough to share with your friends.
Fairgoers had the opportunity to cast their votes from Aug. 11 through 15.
The Finisher and all other new fair foods are available for purchase through the last day of the fair: Sunday, Aug. 21.
For a full list of new fair foods, click here.
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