Theme parks are known for their classic snacks—cotton candy, corn dogs, turkey legs, and funnel cakes—but Six Flags Over Texas is shaking things up in a big way. In an effort to elevate its dining experience, the park has hired a chef with Michelin Star credentials to reinvent its menu.
Meet Chef Douwe Iedema, an internationally acclaimed chef with experience working in Europe, NATO headquarters, the Dutch Royal Family, and Michelin-starred restaurants. His goal? To bring fresh ingredients, homemade dishes, and gourmet flavors to one of Texas’ most beloved theme parks.
Six Flags Over Texas Introduces a Gourmet Menu
Why the Change?
As food trends and health-conscious eating habits evolve, Six Flags Over Texas is adapting by moving away from typical theme park fare to include:
- Fresh, high-quality ingredients
- Smoked-in-house meats
- Handcrafted dishes
- Healthy options
This marks a major shift for the park, which has been serving traditional amusement park food since it opened in 1961. To complement the new menu, Six Flags is also investing in renovations, re-theming two of its restaurants with updated interiors and exteriors.
Chef Iedema explains his vision:
“My goal is to reimagine the food options at our park so they rise to the level of the world-class roller coasters and immersive entertainment that our guests come to enjoy year after year.”
Where to Find the New Menu Items at Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas and Chef Iedema are rolling out these upgraded dining experiences across several locations:
JB’s BBQ (Open Now)
Smoked-in-house meats take center stage, with dishes including:
- Brisket, chicken, and pulled pork
- Smashed potatoes
- Mac & cheese
- Cornbread
- Fresh salads
- Peach cobbler
All American Café (Renovation Completed Soon)
The park’s most popular restaurant gets a makeover, adding:
- Double-patty diner-style burgers
- Hand-breaded chicken tenders
- Detroit-style pizza
- Classic milkshakes
- More seating and shaded areas
Casa de las Banderas (Opening Summer 2025)
A Mexican street food experience featuring:
- Fresh street tacos
- Tri-color tortilla chips
- Elote (Mexican street corn)
La Cantina (Opening Spring 2025)
New Mexican-inspired offerings include:
- Traditional tortas
- Spanish rice
- Pinto beans
- Cilantro lime crema
Texas Tacos (Open Now)
A must-visit for Dallas-style brisket and pork tacos, made with meat smoked in-house for the first time.
Etienne’s (Opening Summer 2025)
Bringing a taste of New Orleans to the park with:
- Fresh beignets dusted with powdered sugar
- Sweet & savory crepes
Primo’s (Totally Reimagined Pizza Stop)
- New York-style pizza with fresh, hand-stretched dough
- Tossed-to-order Caesar salad
- A new cannoli selection