190530 Valleyfair Handsome Hog Shrimp Po'Boy ©Tom Nickerson

One of the exciting food and beverage rollouts for 2019 at Valleyfair is a rotating menu at the Depot Refreshment stand, offering regional cuisine from renown regional restaurants.

Reference: 2019 Valleyfair New Food & Beverage Options

June will feature Iron Chef Justin Sutherland and some menu items from his Handsome Hog restaurant. Menu items including Shrimp Po Boy, Brisket Sandwich, Buttermilk & Dry Rub Wings, and Carolina Pulled Pork. Sides will include Mac N Cheese, Wedges, Slaw, and Hushpuppies.

We had the new limited time shrimp po’boy sandwich and it was delicious!

Hand battered jumbo shrimp tossed in special spices. Served on a perfectly toasted hoagie. Topped with lettuce, tomato, and mayo. Accompanied by a unique pickle (still a cucumber, but tossed in vinaigrette) and a lemon wedge.

You get your choice of side with the meal, and we elected to get the homemade mac and cheese. This is a hearty, stick to your ribs, creamy side. They topped the side with Flaming Cheetos to give it a kick and a different texture for your mouth.

Fact Sheet

What: Handsome Hog Shrimp Po’Boy
Where: Depot Refreshment (Valleyfair)
Calories:
Cost: $14.99
Dining Plan: Yes
Pros: Great value, taste and is on the Valleyfair dining plan.
Cons: The pickle. Even though it is nice to say it is homemade or handcrafted, we do not really feel it added anything to this particular dish.

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