Everything from a funnel cake covered with bacon to a “Fit Fuel” menu endorsed by one of racing’s most popular drivers will be offered in the concession stands when fans come to Charlotte Motor Speedway for Bank of America 500 Week, Oct. 12-15.
Charlotte Motor Speedway is teaming with Levy Restaurants to offer fans the following new unique concession items:
• Danica Patrick’s Fit Fuel Menu: Danica Patrick’s Fit Fuel menu will make its debut at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The new menu features lighter fare and vegetarian items recommended by Patrick. “For me it’s important to always eat healthy and balanced meals so I have enough energy for the task at hand,” said Patrick. “My Fit Fuel menu is loaded with healthy options, so fans can make smart choices about what they eat when they’re enjoying the races.”
The Danica Patrick Fit Fuel menu includes a turkey burger, veggie burger, a grilled chicken sandwich, a veggie chopped salad, fruit and veggie cups, trail mix, baked potato chips and Clif and Luna Bars. Fans can find the fit offerings in Section K of the Ford Grandstand.
• Funnel Bacakonator: On the other end of the fit food spectrum is the Funnel Bacakonator. Fans who aren’t as health conscious but are looking for a tasty treat at the races will enjoy this serving of a funnel cake covered in bacon pieces and drizzled with chocolate and strawberry sauces. The Funnel Bacakonator will be available in the Levy Restaurants State Fair concession stand near Gate 4 in the General Motors grandstand.
• Flame and Fuel Burgers: Fans coming to the track for Bank of America 500 Week can also try the new Flame and Fuel menu with one-of-a-kind burger offerings like the Sunday Night Turkey Burger with cornbread stuffing, gravy and carrot relish, or the Charlotte Pimento Mac-n-Cheese Burger, with Angus beef, pimento mac-and-cheese and crumbled pork rinds. The Flame and Fuel menu offerings will be located in the in Sections I and J of the General Motors grandstand.
• Gluten-Free: Gluten-intolerant guests can enjoy traditional race-day fare during Bank of America 500 Week. A portable concession cart, dedicated exclusively to freshly prepared, gluten-free favorites and snacks will offer hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, pumpkin seeds, and candies. The gluten-free foods can be found in Sections G and F of the General Motors grandstand.
“Enjoying fun and unique foods is a big part of the racing experience,” said Marcus Smith, president and general manager of Charlotte Motor Speedway. “We always want to push the envelope when it comes to our concessions and offer our fans something they can only enjoy in Charlotte. I’ve personally tried the Funnel Bacakonator and it is awesome. I can’t wait for our fans to try these new items and see what they think!”
Tickets for all October races at Charlotte Motor Speedway can be purchased online atwww.charlottemotorspeedway.com or by calling the speedway ticket office at 1-800-455-FANS (3267). The Coca-Cola Four Pack includes four tickets, four hot dogs and four Coca-Cola drinks starting at just $39.75 per person.
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