Skip to content

Top Navigation

Cooking Light Cooking Light
  • Recipes
  • Holidays
  • Cooking 101
  • Healthy Living
  • Shop
  • News
  • Good.Food.Fast
  • CL Diet

Profile Menu

Your Account

Account

  • Register/Join Now
  • Newsletters
  • Email Preferences
  • Manage Your Subscription this link opens in a new tab
Login
Logout
Pin FB

Explore Cooking Light

Cooking Light Cooking Light
  • Explore

    Explore

    • 31-Day Healthy Meal Plan

      Our 31-day calendar of meals and tips shows you how to cook more and love it with fun, family-friendly meals that come together quickly and deliciously. Read More Next
    • Dinner Tonight: Quick and Healthy Menus in 45 Minutes (or Less)

      Hundreds of delicious recipes, paired with simple sides, that can be on your table in 45 minutes or less. Read More Next
    • Our Favorite Healthy Air Fryer Recipes

      Who ever said that chicken wings, doughnuts, and pizza couldn't be healthy? Read More Next
  • Recipes

    Recipes

    See All Recipes
    • Breakfast & Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Drinks
    • Recipe Makeovers
    • Quick & Healthy
    • Diabetic
    • Gluten-Free
    • Vegetarian
    • Cooking Light Live
  • Holidays

    Holidays

    See All Holidays
    • New Year, New You
    • Super Bowl
    • Valentines
    • Easter
    • Halloween
    • Thanksgiving
    • Christmas
  • Cooking 101

    Cooking 101

    See All Cooking 101
    • Essential Ingredients
    • Cooking Techniques
    • Meet the Chef
    • Cooking Resources
    • Budget Friendly
    • Smart Choices
  • Healthy Living

    Healthy Living

    See All Healthy Living
    • Weight-Loss
    • Health
    • Fitness
    • Home
    • Travel
    • Nutrition 101
  • Shop
  • News
  • Good.Food.Fast
  • CL Diet

Profile Menu

Your Account

Account

  • Register/Join Now
  • Newsletters
  • Email Preferences
  • Manage Your Subscription this link opens in a new tab
Login
Logout
Sweepstakes

Follow Us

CookingLight diet CookingLight diet
  1. Home Chevron Right
  2. entertaining Chevron Right
  3. 50 Shirts That Rep the Most Iconic Food or Restaurant in Every State

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

By Kaylee Hammonds
September 06, 2018
Skip gallery slides
Pin
Credit: Courtesy Vaciuk
We asked you, via our Facebook page, to help us find iconic foods and restaurants from every state in the union.
Start Slideshow

1 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Food T-shirts From All 50 states

Credit: Cooking Light

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.

1 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement

2 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Alabama

Credit: Courtesy Big Bob Gibson's
$22 available at Big Bob Gibson's Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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.

2 of 51

3 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Alaska

Credit: Courtesy of Moose's Tooth
$25 available at Moose's Tooth Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

3 of 51

Advertisement

4 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Arizona

Credit: Courtesy T-Shirt Army
$20 available at T-Shirt Army Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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.)

4 of 51

5 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Arkansas

Credit: Courtesy of Amazon
$23 available at Amazon Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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?

5 of 51

6 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

California

Credit: Courtesy In n Out
$12 available at In n Out Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

6 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

7 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Colorado

Credit: Courtesy of Amazon
$15 available at Amazon Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

7 of 51

8 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Connecticut

Credit: Courtesy Louis' Lunch
$15 available at Louis' Lunch Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

8 of 51

9 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Delaware

Credit: Courtesy of Zazzle
$24 available at Zazzle Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

Several states claim scrapple for their own, but research tells us Delaware is where it originated.

9 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

10 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Florida

Credit: Courtesy of Martha of Miami
$23 available at Martha of Miami Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

10 of 51

11 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Georgia

Credit: Courtesy of Redbubble
$20 available at Redbubble Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

11 of 51

12 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Hawaii

Credit: Courtesy of Zazzle
$20 available at Zazzle Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

12 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

13 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Idaho

Credit: Courtesy Redbubble
$25 available at Redbubble Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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!

13 of 51

14 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Illinois

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
$25 available at Zazzle Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

14 of 51

15 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Indiana

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
$27 available at Zazzle Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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.

15 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

16 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

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.

16 of 51

17 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Kansas

Credit: Courtesy Charlie Hustle
$25 available at Charlie Hustle Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

17 of 51

18 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Kentucky

Credit: Courtesy Rally House
$20 available at Rally House Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

18 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

19 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Louisiana

Credit: Courtesy Redbubble
$25 available at Redbubble Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

19 of 51

20 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Maine

Credit: Courtesy Shipyard Brewing Co.
$15 available at Shipyard Brewing Co. Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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?

20 of 51

21 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Maryland

Credit: Courtesy Cooleternity
$12 available at Cooleternity Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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.

21 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

22 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Massachusetts

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
$20 available at Zazzle Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

22 of 51

23 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Michigan

Credit: Courtesy Rally House
$20 available at Rally House Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

Coney dogs were invented in Michigan. 'Nuff said.

23 of 51

24 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Minnesota

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
$21 available at Zazzle Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

24 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

25 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Mississippi

Credit: Courtesy Amazon
$20 available at Amazon Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

25 of 51

26 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Missouri

Credit: Courtesy Fine Art America
$30 available at Fine Art America Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

26 of 51

27 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Montana

Credit: Courtesy The Pickle Barrel
$25 available at The Pickle Barrel Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

27 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

28 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Nebraska

Credit: Courtesy Teepublic
$20 available at Teepublic Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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.

28 of 51

29 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Nevada

Credit: Courtesy Amazon
$26 available at Amazon Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

29 of 51

30 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

New Hampshire

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
$21 available at Zazzle Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

30 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

31 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

New Jersey

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
$24 available at Zazzle Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

31 of 51

32 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

New Mexico

Credit: Courtesy Teespring
$25 available at Teespring Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

32 of 51

33 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

New York

Credit: Courtesy Zazzle
$26 available at Zazzle Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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.

33 of 51

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

34 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

North Carolina

Credit: Courtesy Cheerwine
$15 available at Cheerwine Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

34 of 51

35 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

North Dakota

Credit: Etsy
$25 available at Etsy Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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

35 of 51

36 of 51

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Ohio