Lollapalooza Chow Town lineup positively scrumptious

The Lollapalooza Chow Town experience celebrates its 10th anniversary this year with chef Graham Elliot once again leading the “Chicago Eats” troops.

Returning to the foodie frenzy this year along with Elliot are Connie’s Pizza, Franks ‘n’ Dawgs, Burrito Beach, Chubby Wieners and Wow Bao. Newcomers include chef Erick Williams of County Barbecue, Jeff Mahin of Stella Barra Pizzeria, The Goddess & Grocer, Cheesie’s and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream.

Global influences can be found in such culinary luminaries as Kamehachi (Japan), Star of Siam (China), the Sausage Haus (Germany), Tiparos Restaurant (Thailand), Gyro Cafe (Greece), Dia De Los Tamales (Mexico) and Franco’s Ristorante (Italy).

In all, more than 30 local food purveyors will be featured in the music fest’s official “food court”

Some highlights on the menus (prices vary per vendor/menu item):

— Bacon sausage on a stick from Big Pork Brands

— The very vegetarian Wisconsin goat cheese, black bean, and poblano quesadilla from Burrito Beach Mexican Grill

— Triple Truffle Fries from Franks ‘n’ Dawgs

— Lobster corn dog from Graham Elliot

— Pork schnitzel sandwich with kettle Cchips from Landshark Beer Garden

Click here for the complete lineup of food vendors.

Lollapalooza runs Aug. 1-3 in Grant Park.