Chomp takes on new meaning this season as the San Jose Sharks, SAP Center and their culinary partner, Aramark, unveil a huge new lineup of food and drink choices for hockey fans.
Good thing it’s a sport with two intermissions. There’s a lot to try.
SAP senior vice president Jon Gustafson, a longtime sports industry executive, remembers that hungry fans would grab a hot dog from an arena concession stand back in the day — not much else was available. “Things have changed so dramatically,” he said during a “Taste of the Tank” event to showcase some new dining choices. “It really is about the customer experience.”
That means both casual and upscale offerings from Bay Area chefs and other purveyors, according to execs Mike McCarroll of SAP and Gordan Kalinic of Aramark.
“We’re doubling down on local and authentic,” Kalinic said. “We’re giving all the visiting fans a sense of place.”
To help feature the diversity of San Jose and the Bay Area, SAP will again host the Launch Test Kitchen, an opportunity for local restaurants to showcase their cuisines and specialties on a short-term basis.
From those kitchens to the concourse and club stands, here’s what the Tank has to offer this season. The lineup includes creative dishes from SAP executive chef Francisco Garcia and local SAP partner restaurants.
NEW FROM CHEF GARCIA AND HIS TEAM
Tomahawk Steak Frites: Offered on the new suites menu, this massive bone-in steak is Harris Ranch certified Angus beef that’s seasoned simply and charbroiled, then sliced to share. Served medium-rare to medium unless requested otherwise, Garcia says. Accompanied by crispy potato wedges and broccolini. Where: All suites.
Garlic Potato Tornado: The Aramark kitchen has dressed up this fair classic with garlic and parmesan cheese. Available at the new Jumbo’s stand (named after you-know-who). Where: Club Section 113,
Shark Taiyaki: A cute-and-clever sundae made with Cookies ‘n’ Teal ice cream, raspberry coulis and a freshly made, shark-shaped waffle. Where: The Puck Parlor, Club level, Section 115.
Dubai Chocolate Cup: This riff on the dessert trend combines dark chocolate, pistachio tahini cream, fresh whipped cream, shredded kataifi and a pistachio sprinkle with lots of fresh strawberries. Where: Treat Street, main concourse 226 and at the South Club dessert cart in Club section 101.
Bun Me Up’s pork belly and tofu Bao Buns are served during the “Taste of the Tank” event at the SAP Center in San Jose on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
Chef Francisco Garcia speaks during the “Taste of the Tank” event at the SAP Center in San Jose. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
The Blood in the Water cocktail is served during the “Taste of the Tank” event at the SAP Center. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
The Tomahawk steak with charred broccoli and chimichurri is served during the “Taste of the Tank” event. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
Mesquite and Oak’s Loaded Tator Tots are served during the “Taste of the Tank” event. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
SAP Center Senior Vice President Jon Gustafson speaks during the “Taste of the Tank” event at the center. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
Potato wedges are served on skewers during the “Taste of the Tank” event. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
Ivan’s Baked Potatoes are served during the “Taste of the Tank” event at SAP Center. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
Potato wedges are served on skewers during the “Taste of the Tank” event. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
Popcorn with dried strawberries are served during the “Taste of the Tank” event at the SAP Center. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
A mini waffle is served during the “Taste of the Tank” event at the SAP Center. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
The Feeding Frenzy cocktail is served during the “Taste of the Tank” event. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
Dubai cups with fresh strawberries, dark chocolate, pistachio tahini, kataifi crunch and whipped cream are served during the “Taste of the Tank” event at the SAP Center. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
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Bun Me Up’s pork belly and tofu Bao Buns are served during the “Taste of the Tank” event at the SAP Center in San Jose on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
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NEW FROM ARAMARK’S LOCAL PARTNERS
Mesquite and Oak: These barbecue specialists will be making Loaded Brisket Tots, crispy tots topped with smoked beef, coleslaw, shredded cheddar cheese and green onions. Where: Section 212 on the main concourse.
Bun Me Up: Their signature Bao Bun is stuffed with braised pork belly, pickled veggies and kewpie mayo. Where: Section 127 on the main concourse.
Ivan’s Baked Potatoes: A family-owned roastery based in Watsonville, Ivan’s food stand will head inside SAP to prepare Loaded Baked Potatoes, huge spuds filled with carne asada or chorizo, plus shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and a jalapeno-spicy pico de gallo. Where: Section 212 on the main concourse.
Nirvana Soul: From the sister-owned coffeehouses in San Jose and Cupertino come Churro Waffles, freshly made cinnamon sugar waffles served with maple syrup and butter, along with pastries and coffee drinks. Where: Section 323 on the mezzanine level.
Pana: This food truck will offer an assortment of arepas for Sharks fans, including the Sifrina and Pabellon varieties. Where: Section 112 main concourse.
‘SUPER SATURDAYS’
For Saturday home games, a guest chef will prepare a curated menu inside the NetApp Celly Lounge, which offers an “upscale Sharks experience.” Here are the final three for 2025; check back for the 2026 chefs and dates.
Nov 8: Chef-owner Jennifer Echeverri of Habana Cuba Restaurant, located in downtown San Jose’s SoFA Market, will present a menu of Cuban favorites: Ropa Vieja over rice; Cubano sandwiches with Habana Mayo Mojo; and Yucca Fries. On this date, wines and spirits from Mount Eden Vineyards and Sonrisa Rum will be showcased.
Nov. 22: A popular new downtown San Jose restaurant, Sixth Street Burger, will take center stage with its Wagyu blend burgers. Hartford Court Winery and Laelia Tequila are scheduled as the wine and spirits partners.
Dec. 20: Look for comfort classics from the family-owned Hobee’s restaurants located in Sunnyvale, downtown San Jose, Palo Alto and Redwood Shores. You can bet there will be Blueberry Coffee Cake. Materra Winery and Meili Vodka will be the wines and spirits partners.
LAUNCH TEST KITCHEN
Find these local favorites at concourse 109 and club 117.
Nov. 1-8: T.T. Deli on the concourse, Sam & Curry on the club level.
Nov. 18-28: Hobee’s on the concourse, Habana Cuba on the club level
Dec. 1-18: TBD on the concourse, Ivan’s Baked Potatoes on the club level.
Dec. 20-Jan. 10: Shrimp’N Aint Eazy on the concourse, Southern Comfort Kitchen on the club level.
Jan. 11-Feb, 28: Golden Catch on the concourse, Gunther’s on the club level.
March 1-19: Sam & Curry on the concourse, T.T. Deli on the club level.
March 21-April 2: Habana Cuba on the concourse, Hobee’s on the club level.
April 4-11: Ivan’s Baked Potatoes on the concourse, TBA on the club level.