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50 Shirts That Rep the Most Iconic Food or Restaurant in Every State

By Kaylee Hammonds September 06, 2018
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We asked you, via our Facebook page, to help us find iconic foods and restaurants from every state in the union.
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Food T-shirts From All 50 states

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When giving gifts to friends in far flung places, there's nothing better than repping the thing or things that make your home state unique.

This holiday season, instead of shipping out another round of, say, gift baskets or cookbooks from your home base, give friends a way to celebrate your favorite iconic food in wearable form. From coast to coast, we have something here from every state.

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Alabama

Credit: Courtesy Big Bob Gibson's
$22

Any Alabamian worth their sweet tea knows that white BBQ sauce is king. Debate about the best sauce is fierce, but many vote for Big Bob Gibson’s, an iconic ‘que joint in Decatur.

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Alaska

Credit: Courtesy of Moose's Tooth
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We asked, you answered! We got a surprising number of votes (well, two) for Moose’s Tooth Pizzeria in Anchorage.

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Arizona

Credit: Courtesy T-Shirt Army
$20

Every Arizonan knows the lure of cool, slushy eegee’s in the summer. You voiced your love, and we agree! (Well, the one Arizonan on staff agrees.)

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Arkansas

Credit: Courtesy of Amazon
$23

Is there any other state in the Union that’s got such a tasty state treat? Chocolate gravy is what we heard about Arkansas, and all we can say is, can someone send us a recipe?

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California

Credit: Courtesy In n Out
$12

Come on. California. In n Out. It just works.

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Colorado

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$15

The only state with more breweries than Colorado? Much, much larger California. 

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Connecticut

Credit: Courtesy Louis' Lunch
$15

The hamburger was invented at Louis’ Lunch. Does it get more iconic than that?

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Delaware

Credit: Courtesy of Zazzle
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Several states claim scrapple for their own, but research tells us Delaware is where it originated.

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Florida

Credit: Courtesy of Martha of Miami
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The pastelito—a Cuban staple—has more than gained traction in Florida: it’s become iconic.

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Georgia

Credit: Courtesy of Redbubble
$20

If you’re from Georgia, you know The Varsity. At least a dozen of you mentioned it to us, so here it is!

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Hawaii

Credit: Courtesy of Zazzle
$20

Loco moco is a Hawaiian institution, and you need it in your life. Barring that, here’s a T-shirt.

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Idaho

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$25

Okay, we tried to find a T-shirt with the iconic ice cream potato, but had no luck. So we have this cute t-shirt instead. Suggestions? Tell us on Facebook!

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Illinois

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
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Though there were a few votes for Chicago’s iconic pizza, a few of you mentioned the famous horseshoe sandwich, which hails from Springfield!

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Indiana

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
$27

We had a few votes for Wick’s Sugar Cream pies as an iconic food! While we couldn’t find a specific Wick’s-branded shirt, we did find this reminder of the sweet slices.

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Iowa

Credit: Courtesy Iowa Pork Producers Association

Follow the Pork Tenderloin Trail to sample the best of Iowa’s iconic pork tenderloin sandwiches. When you’re finished, you’ll receive this handsome shirt—which must be earned, not bought—making it an even more precious gift.

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Kansas

Credit: Courtesy Charlie Hustle
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KC-style barbecue was the overwhelming response we got from you, and Joe’s Kansas City was the pick for the place.

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Kentucky

Credit: Courtesy Rally House
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Besides bourbon and Ale-8, is there any more iconic Kentucky food than the hot brown sandwich? We didn’t think so.

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Louisiana

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Is there any more iconic food than the muffuletta sandwich from Central Grocery? We thought not.

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Maine

Credit: Courtesy Shipyard Brewing Co.
$15

Our resident Maine expert in the office put out a big vote for Shipyard Brewing in Portland—he describes it as “capturing the spirit of coastal living with great seasonal brews.” And who could argue with that?

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Maryland

Credit: Courtesy Cooleternity
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The only answer we received more than simply “Maryland crab” was “crab with Old Bay.” So in honor of that, here’s a cute, vintage-y tea for the Old Line State-er in your life.

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Massachusetts

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Hey, who doesn't love pie? You apparently love Boston cream pie, so we thought this sweet slice was appropriate.

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Michigan

Credit: Courtesy Rally House
$20

Coney dogs were invented in Michigan. 'Nuff said.

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Minnesota

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$21

Many of your suggested the State Fair as the ultimate food destination in Minnesota.

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Mississippi

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Sweet tea is one of those Southern things that just isn't a cliché. 

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Missouri

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$30

The iconic slinger sandwich was invented in Missouri, and Eat Rite Diner is where you told us to get them.

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Montana

Credit: Courtesy The Pickle Barrel
$25

The Pickle Barrel has been making sandwiches in Bozeman for 30 years. You chose it; here it is!

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Nebraska

Credit: Courtesy Teepublic
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The Reuben sandwich is SO iconic, often, we don't even stop to think about where it came from. Well, it came from the Blackstone Hotel in Nebraska. So this shirt seems entirely appropriate.

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Nevada

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$26

Okay, we admit it's a bit cheesy, but can you honestly say you don't love those lavish casino buffets? 

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New Hampshire

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Though the Granite State can lay claim to birthing a number of iconic foods, we just really, really like cider doughnuts.

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New Jersey

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
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Talk to anyone from New Jersey or Pennsylvania and they'll tell you: people are PASSIONATE about Taylor ham.

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New Mexico

Credit: Courtesy Teespring
$25

Say "food in New Mexico," and likely one thing comes to mind immediately: the iconic Hatch chile.

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New York

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
$26

Sure, the Anchor bar wings of Buffalo are iconic, but we thought we'd give a shout out to New England chowder's under-appreciated cousin, Manhattan clam chowder.

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North Carolina

Credit: Courtesy Cheerwine
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This cherry and cola-flavored soda is a Southern institution that we're sweet on.

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North Dakota

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$25

The only thing more comforting than this Midwestern dish is this super-soft shirt. 

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Ohio

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Coneys are notorious in Ohio for being piled high with Skyline's famous chili and cheese. Not exactly Cooking Light-approved, but delicious nonetheless. 

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Oklahoma

Credit: Courtesy Everything of Camping
$20

Is there anything more comforting and perfect than chicken fried steak? Not in Oklahoma! (But we got a vote for fried onion burgers, too.)

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Oregon

Credit: Voodoo Doughnut
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Voodoo doughnuts—especially the bacon-maple bars—are a Portland staple. Give a taste of Oregon with this sweet tee (sorry, we had to).

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Pennsylvania

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This shirt showcases the four main Philly food groups: cheesesteaks, hoagies, soft pretzels, and scrapple.

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Rhode Island

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It's the official state drink of Rhode Island for a reason—what's not to love about coffee milk?!

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South Carolina

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$20

Though there are many great things about the Palmetto State, pimento cheese has to be at least in the top ten.

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South Dakota

Credit: Courtesy Scratchpad Tees
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Chislic (cubes of red meat served on skewers) is the state food of South Dakota. Varieties of meat and game vary regionally within the state.

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Tennessee

Credit: Courtesy Acme
$30

Hot chicken has gotten so popular you can find it most anywhere. But never forget that it was born in Nashville.

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Texas

Credit: Courtesy Franklin Barbecue
$20

Any barbecue lover worth their salt knows about Austin institution Franklin barbecue.

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Utah

Credit: Courtesy Hell's Backbone Grill
$24

Several mentions were made of James Beard-nominee Hell's Backbone Grill in tiny Boulder, Utah.

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Vermont

Credit: Courtesy Spreadshirt
$24

We know it's cliché, but hey, sometimes things are cliché for a reason.

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Virginia

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$17

Virginia is known for its distinctive style of ham, similar to the salty country ham found elsewhere throughout the South.

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Washington

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$34

More than a few of you mentioned iconic Ivar's, a Washington-state institution.

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West Virginia

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$17

West Virginians claim that the pepperoni roll was invented there... and we're not going to argue! 

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Wisconsin

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$24

Simply too punny not to share, don't you think?

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Wyoming

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$20

Trout may be the most Wyoming of foods, but even more Wyoming than that? Fly-fishing for it.

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    1 of 51 Food T-shirts From All 50 states
    2 of 51 Alabama
    3 of 51 Alaska
    4 of 51 Arizona
    5 of 51 Arkansas
    6 of 51 California
    7 of 51 Colorado
    8 of 51 Connecticut
    9 of 51 Delaware
    10 of 51 Florida
    11 of 51 Georgia
    12 of 51 Hawaii
    13 of 51 Idaho
    14 of 51 Illinois
    15 of 51 Indiana
    16 of 51 Iowa
    17 of 51 Kansas
    18 of 51 Kentucky
    19 of 51 Louisiana
    20 of 51 Maine
    21 of 51 Maryland
    22 of 51 Massachusetts
    23 of 51 Michigan
    24 of 51 Minnesota
    25 of 51 Mississippi
    26 of 51 Missouri
    27 of 51 Montana
    28 of 51 Nebraska
    29 of 51 Nevada
    30 of 51 New Hampshire
    31 of 51 New Jersey
    32 of 51 New Mexico
    33 of 51 New York
    34 of 51 North Carolina
    35 of 51 North Dakota
    36 of 51 Ohio
    37 of 51 Oklahoma
    38 of 51 Oregon
    39 of 51 Pennsylvania
    40 of 51 Rhode Island
    41 of 51 South Carolina
    42 of 51 South Dakota
    43 of 51 Tennessee
    44 of 51 Texas
    45 of 51 Utah
    46 of 51 Vermont
    47 of 51 Virginia
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    51 of 51 Wyoming

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