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$75 caviar-topped tots. A day's pay worth of beer. Here's the World Cup menu — and prices
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 5 min read
World Cup tickets are expensive. Flights to North America are expensive. Hotel rooms in many places are expensive.Then there's the price of beer.There are some fun — and yes, sometimes pricey — food and drink offerings at the venues playing host to the World Cup. A $75 caviar-topped tray of tater...
Key takeaway A $75 caviar-topped tray of tater tots and a $40 empanada weighing in at 5 pounds (2.
Why this matters in Tomball News
For Tomball residents traveling to World Cup host cities, the steep concession prices may come as a shock, especially when compared to the affordable dining options available in their own community. The $75 caviar-topped tater tots in Miami or $40 empanadas may be a far cry from the casual, budget-friendly eateries that line the streets of Tomball. However, it's worth noting that some international visitors are finding certain menu items, like the $8 rib-eye tacos in Guadalajara, to be relatively affordable. As the World Cup continues to draw in fans from around the globe, it will be interesting to see how local businesses in Tomball capitalize on the excitement, potentially offering their own special deals or themed menus to cater to soccer enthusiasts in the area. This could be an opportunity for Tomball eateries to showcase their own unique flavors and hospitality.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? World Cup tickets are expensive. Flights to North America are expensive. Hotel rooms in many places are expensive.Then there's the price of beer.There are some fun — and yes, sometimes pricey — food and drink offerings at the venues playing host to the World Cup. A $75 caviar-topped tray of tater...
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