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The 10 Best MLB Stadiums in 2023

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Among the best MLB stadiums are stunning views, electric atmospheres, food to die for and convenient locations.

Best MLB Stadiums

Each ballpark has its own style and dimensions which sets them apart from other sporting stadiums. You’ll be amazed at the individual character, the views and atmospheres the best MLB stadiums provide. Let’s take a look at the top 10 best MLB stadiums:

10. Citi Field – New York Mets

After knocking down Shea Stadium in 2009 the Mets endured a massive stadium upgrade with state-of-the-art facilities at Citi Field. The main entrance is a glorious piece of rotunda architecture that gives access to the Mets store and museum.

As fans walk up the escalator they’re met with the fresh-looking Citi Field. The back of the stadium is the main reason Citi Field is one of the league’s best stadiums, as the Pepsi-Cola porch and Shea Bridge add unique characteristics to the ballpark.

The porch offers fans a more relaxed environment with space to play games like cornhole, and fans can grab food from the concession stands nearby. Citi Field food is among the best in the MLB. The Mets offer burgers from a massive Shake Shake, risotto balls from Arancini Bros, and steak sandwiches from the well-known Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors to feed their fans.

The stadium offers amazing views from any seat, modern amenities, and very appetizing food which earns the ballpark a spot on the list of best MLB stadiums. 

9. Target Field – Minnesota Twins

The Minnesota Twin’s home has a prime location in the historic warehouse district of downtown Minneapolis. It’s conveniently located within  walking distance from many lively restaurants, bars, and hotels.

Target Field has an amazing scenery for any viewer at the ballpark. The downtown Minnesota buildings rise above the upper decks of the outfield including views of Wells Fargo Center and IDS Center.

The stadium also offers unique porches on the left and right field sides which give a contrasting look to the otherwise monotone seats. Target Field food is considered the best in the MLB by many with a diverse range of sausages, unique Indian dishes, twinkies, burgers, and Korean-fried chicken. 

8. T-Mobile Park – Seattle Mariners

Even though every MLB ballpark is unique one way or another, T-Mobile Park separates us incredibly unique. Firstly, the Mariner’s home is one of only a few stadiums to utilize a retractable roof. It comes in handy as it tends to rain a lot in Seattle.

T-Mobile’s design is fascinating, and is basically a ballpark wrapped inside a square creating concourse areas for fans to walk around and grab something to eat. Not to mention, there are clear views of downtown Seattle from nearly everywhere in the stadium, something it shares with neighboring Lumen Field which is one of the best NFL stadiums.

The food is also amazing at T-Mobile Park with wontons, pork bao buns, lobster rolls, customizable ice cream sandwiches, and gourmet cookies among the fan favorites. 

7. Fenway Park – Boston Red Sox

Built in 1912, Fenway Park is the oldest stadium in the MLB sending visitors back in time to experience a classical and historical feel. One of the most iconic stadium features of any MLB ballpark is the “Green Monster”. It’s the league’s tallest outfield wall at 37 feet tall.

No other ballpark allows fans to experience baseball with such a vintage scene. Situated in downtown Boston, it allows fans to walk from nearby hotels and restaurants to Fenway Park in just minutes.

Fenway does have a few seats with obstructed views and the food isn’t anything special. It does bring out authentic Boston cuisine including the world famous Fenway Frank Hotdog and lobster poutine. And Fenway gives historical vibes like no other stadium can. 

6. Dodger Stadium – Los Angeles Dodgers

Dodger Stadium has been home to some of the greatest baseball played in history. With a capacity of 56,000, it’s the second biggest ballpark in the MLB. Renovations to the tune of $100 million were completed in 2020 with a host of new concessions for fans.

The surrounding Los Angeles hills offer a stunning backdrop. The Californian hills at dusk is a site to see. The ballpark is located a bit outside of downtown LA. Fans have to make extra plans for travel and surrounding entertainment can be a bit limited.

Food at Dodger Stadium is fantastic. Fans can choose from items such as the Major League Carne Asada Nacho Helmet, LA’s Extreme Bacon Wrapped Dog or classic churros. A must try are the Classic Dodger Dogs with its classic mushy and salty flavor.

5. Oriole Park at Camden Yards – Baltimore Orioles

The B&O Warehouse just feet behind Oriole Park at Camden Yards is what makes it one of the best MLB stadiums. A centerpiece to Oriole’s architecture, the former railroad brick warehouse was completed in 1905, is 1,116-foot (340 m) long and eight stories high.

Oriole’s location in downtown Baltimore also allows fans to visit nearby restaurants and museums. Food options at Oriole Park are some of the best in the MLB.

Some of Oriole Park’s food offerings are inspired by nearby Chesapeake Bay with oyster po’boy and fried Cajun catfish sandwiches, and jumbo lump crab cakes. Just outside the stadium on The south end of Eutaw Street are options like Boog’s BBQ and Dempsey’s Brew Pub to enjoy.

4. Oracle Park – San Francisco Giants

Where some of the best MLB stadiums have astonishing downtown views, the Giant’s Oracle Park has that and a view of San Francisco Bay. Boats and kayaks gather in the hopes of picking up a home run ball that splashes into the water and it happens too.

Home runs get hit beyond “Levi’s Landing” and straight into the bay where there’s a scramble to grab the ball.

Downtown San Francisco is located behind the stadium, so fans can grab a bite to eat or a couple of drinks before the game. From some seats both the San Francisco skyline and the bay are both visible.

The food at Oracle Park is among the very best in the MLB. The Crab Sandwich, Garlic Fries, Clam Chowder followed up with a Ghirardelli ice cream sundae for dessert tops off one of the best stadium experiences in the league. 

3. Petco Park – San Diego Padres

The most intriguing part of Petco Park is how the stadium was built around the Western Metal Supply Co. warehouse, which is now located in the left-field corner. The brick building was built in the mid-1920’s but the company went out of business in the 1950’s.

Preserved by the San Diego Historical Society, fans can watch games from the ledges of the warehouse, and this is a feature that no other stadium in sports shares.

The ballpark is located in the south part of downtown San Diego, but the skyline looks like it’s reachable from anywhere in the stadium. The city is one of the most consistent when it comes to weather, and so fans can almost always guarantee they’ll see a game with perfect conditions.

Mexican food dominates the stadium, and the birria tacos are a must-try for all visitors. The Gaglione Brothers’ Cheesesteak and the Friar Frank Hotdog are a must try. 

2. Wrigley Field – Chicago Cubs

Similar to Fenway Park, attending a game at Wrigley Field brings fans back to the early days of baseball. Opened in 1914, Wrigley underwent recent renovations and additions in 2019 that were much-needed. Fortunately these changes didn’t take anything away from the classical Wrigley vibe.

Making Wrigley Field one of the best MLB stadiums is the brick outfield walls which are covered in ivy. The scoreboard is also old school and is still hand-operated. Views of downtown Chicago can be seen in the foreground. One of the greatest characteristics of the stadium is that it’s centered around residential homes and there’s no parking lots around the stadium.

There are also sixteen adjacent residential building rooftops called the “Wrigley Rooftops” which have bleachers and seats available to watch games played at Wrigley Field.

The food goes deep into the city’s roots, as fan favorites include the classic Chicago-Style hotdog, six-inch deep dish pizzas, the Twister Tater and a signature Italian beef sandwich. With a big range of Chicago and Midwestern craft beers, you’re in for one helluva time at Wrigley Field.

1. PNC Park – Pittsburgh Pirates

PNC Park, home to the Pittsburgh Pirates since 2001, is the best stadium in the MLB despite being one of the smallest stadiums by capacity with just under 39,000 seats.

The ballpark is separated from downtown Pittsburgh by the Allegheny River. The Roberto Clemente Bridge allows direct access from the city to the stadium. Both the Pittsburgh skyline and the bridge can be seen from any seat inside PNC Park and the view is simply stunning.

PNC Park’s architecture also hits the right notes with a blend of archways, steel truss work and a natural grass field. Food at PNC Park is amazing, headlined by Manny’s BBQ, which offers pulled pork sliders, and the Pierogi Hoagie, which sells pulled pork, potato, and cheese-stuffed pierogies.

It’s the combination of it’s timeless design, the stunning views of the Pittsburgh skyline, the Allegheny River, Roberto Clemente Bridge and the exceptional views of the field from any seat is why PNC Park is the best stadium in the MLB.

Matt Ieriko

Matt Ieriko is a freelance writer who’s evolved his lifelong passion for sport into the creation of WolfgangSport.com in 2020 – an American sports blog covering the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS and more. As an Australian, he’s always been fascinated with the cultural differences and global significance of sports in America.

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