DoorDash reveals top foods to eat while watching football games (2024)

The nationwide list includes mozzarella sticks, boneless wings, pizza and more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Name the last football game you watched with friends and family that didn't include snacks. We're waiting.

According to DoorDash, 93 percent of Americans said food and drinks are an important aspect of the Super Bowl viewing experience.

The food delivery service has put together a list of the most popular foods to eat while watching football.

DoorDash gathered data from orders on Sundays between Sept. 13, 2020 and Jan. 10, 2021, as well as results from a survey of 1,000 US adults 21 and over who said they were sports fans.

Here are the nationwide results:

  1. Mozzarella Sticks
  2. Boneless Wings
  3. Chips & Salsa
  4. Caesar Salad
  5. Pepperoni Pizza
  6. Fried Pickles
  7. Chocolate Chip Cookies
  8. Philly Cheesesteak
  9. Egg Rolls
  10. Curly Fries
  11. Cole Slaw
  12. Churros
  13. Jalapeño Cheddar Bites
  14. Sweet Tea
  15. Taco Salad
  16. Chili Cheese Dogs
  17. Root Beer
  18. Chicken Pot Pie
  19. Salmon
  20. Flan

It isn’t game day without… mozzarella sticks and dessert?!

Check out our Game Day Eats Trend Report for more delicious surprises about football Sunday food orders 🏈 https://t.co/2RME2djccp

— DoorDash (@DoorDash) January 29, 2021

DoorDash also provided results from all 50 states — and Indiana's choices are a bit peculiar:

  1. Chimichangas
  2. Breadsticks
  3. Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
  4. Fettuccine Alfredo
  5. Reuben Sandwich
  6. Queso
  7. Apples
  8. Meatloaf
  9. Buffalo Chicken Sliders
  10. Strawberry Shortcake

Click here to see the rest of the results.

DoorDash reveals top foods to eat while watching football games (2024)

FAQs

DoorDash reveals top foods to eat while watching football games? ›

Choosing a variety of whole grain breads, pasta, rice, potatoes, fruits and vegetables ensures players are getting not only the carbs necessary to perform but also essential vitamins, minerals and fiber, which have a slew of important functions. In particular, these help to decrease inflammation and support recovery.

What is a good football menu? ›

  • EGG ROLLS. Meatball Sub Egg Rolls. Pickle Egg Rolls. Cheeseburger Egg Rolls. Mac & Cheese Egg Rolls.
  • POTATO SKINS. Potato Skin Bites. Tex-Mex Potato Skins. Cheesesteak Potato Skins = The Ultimate Party App. Big Mac Potato Skins.
  • BITES. Pigs In A Blanket. Mac & Cheese Pizza Bites. Pepper Jelly & Cream Cheese Bites.

What foods are good for football? ›

Choosing a variety of whole grain breads, pasta, rice, potatoes, fruits and vegetables ensures players are getting not only the carbs necessary to perform but also essential vitamins, minerals and fiber, which have a slew of important functions. In particular, these help to decrease inflammation and support recovery.

What are the 5 most popular Super Bowl foods? ›

Super Bowl Food: What is the most popular for parties?
  • #8- Meatballs. ...
  • #7- Pigs in a blanket. ...
  • #6- Veggie tray. ...
  • #5- Deviled Eggs. ...
  • #4- Sliders. ...
  • #3- Nachos. ...
  • #2- Pizza. ...
  • #1- Wings. According to the National Chicken Council, 1.45 billion chicken wings are expected to be consumed for Super Bowl Sunday.
Feb 11, 2024

What is the #1 food consumed at Super Bowl parties? ›

1 In 7 Americans Order Take Out

"But what are people ordering for their Super Bowl watch parties?" is a question you may ask yourself because you're looking to create a game day menu. The three most popular Super Bowl dishes people order are pizza, chicken wings, and chips with dips.

What to bring to the Super Bowl party last minute? ›

Appetizers. When it comes to appetizers, I like to offer chips and dip, veggies and dip, fruit trays, etc. I like to make these the day before the party and store and serve them in the storage containers with lids.

What is a good meal for a football player? ›

Try pre-game meals like: Turkey sandwich on whole-grain bread with low-fat cheese, yogurt, fruit or granola bar. Pasta with 3-4 ounces of meat sauce, bread sticks, low-fat milk. Steamed rice with vegetables with 3 ounces of chicken and a piece of fruit.

What should I eat on the day of a football match? ›

Potatoes, pasta, rice, bread (ideally wholemeal unless just before a game), oatmeal, cereals, vegetables, and fruit are healthy carb options. Footballers should aim to consume at least 70 grams of carbohydrates as part of their pre-game meal and around 30 grams as part of a snack.

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