Super Bowl enthusiasts were left astounded upon learning the prices of food and beverages at Super Bowl LIX.
Anyone familiar with attending major stadium events, be it sports or concerts, knows that purchasing food and drinks inside can be quite expensive.
Considering this year’s Super Bowl ticket prices, ranging from $6,500 to $23,000, it was expected that the event would follow suit in terms of high costs.
It’s a high-profile event frequented by celebrities and is among the most anticipated events annually.
This year, the Kansas City Chiefs faced off against the Philadelphia Eagles, ending with a significant loss of 40 to 22.
Noteworthy attendees included stars like Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Paul Rudd, Anne Hathaway, and others.
However, those who managed to secure Super Bowl tickets were astonished at the cost of food and drink, despite already having spent a significant amount on entry.
A particularly notable item was a cocktail named ‘Voodoo magic,’ priced at an astonishing $59. With such a hefty price, one would hope it truly offered some magic.
The cocktail contained Don Julio 1942, Grand Marnier Cuvée du Centenaire, lime juice, jalapeño syrup, and mango purée, topped with black magic seasoning garnish. Quite the promise for its price.
For those avoiding the Voodoo magic, a blackberry lemonade cocktail was available for $40. Quite a steep cost.
While alcoholic beverages were the priciest at the Super Bowl, the food was only slightly less expensive.
The Grilled alligator sausage po-boy was priced at $18, a surf & turf po-boy cost $30, and ultimate nachos came at $36.
Online reactions were filled with disbelief over the extravagant prices. One remarked, “This game is not for actual fans to attend, it’s for celebrities.”
Another questioned: “How many dollars per shot of alcohol, $30?”
Someone else humorously suggested: “Dare you to crowdfund for your alcohol intake tonight.”
With such pricing, it’s easy to see how attendees might spend hundreds on just a few items, raising questions about the value of these indulgences.