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Miami Grand Prix fans fume over 'ridiculous' food prices including $180 nachos

06 May 2024 , 15:48
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The drinks were just as expensive at the showpiece Formula 1 race
The drinks were just as expensive at the showpiece Formula 1 race

FORMULA 1 fans have been left stunned by the prices of food and drink at the Miami Grand Prix.

Attendees at the high-profile Formula 1 race over the weekend posted pictures on social media of the menus at the Hard Rock Stadium campus.

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A viral photo of the food menu at the Miami Grand PrixCredit: Twitter/OHaraSports
One of the drinks menus at the Formula 1 event
One of the drinks menus at the Formula 1 eventCredit: Twitter/ryanellisracing
NFL star Travis Kelce attended the high-profile race
NFL star Travis Kelce attended the high-profile raceCredit: X/traviskelce_fan
Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany also attended the event
Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany also attended the eventCredit: Getty

And fans were left in shock and awe at some of the cost of concessions, which includes $280 lobster rolls, $180 nachos and a $190 'fruit refresher.'

A yellowfin tuna poke was $170 while chilled prawns were a whopping $290.

An ounce of caviar added to any item would set customers back $400.

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In addition, the F1 platter – which comprises sliders, quesadillas, and chicken tenders – were on the menu for $290.

"Are those prices in another currency? Or really big bites?" one fan said.

"That fruit better be amazing," another fan said.

"Lol!! Insane, a third fan added.

Meanwhile, the drinks were just as expensive, with the cheapest bottle of white wine $190 while a bottle of Hendrik's gin set fans back $560.

The menu comes from the prestigious Hard Rock Beach Club, which is one of the VIP sections of the circuit.

The cost of food and drinks at other sessions of the race track were cheaper.

The Miami Grand Prix attracted a high-end crowd, including a number of A-list celebrities.

Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce visited the race as investors of the Alpine F1 team.

The pair were spotted alongside French soccer legend Zinedine Zidane in the Alpine garage beore the race with Mahomes' wife Brittany alongside.

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"Only Travis Kelce can afford this," another fan joked about the food prices.

New Miami Dolphins wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. was also present during the festivities alongside singers Camilla Cabello and will.i.am.

Former US president Donald Trump was even on-site to take in the race day.

NFL icon Tom Brady was spotted earlier in the week at the grand prix, as was Kendall Jenner.

Kelce capped off an action-packed weekend by partying at a Miami hotspot with Formula 1 star Lando Norris on Sunday evening.

After attending the F1 race day alongside Mahomes, Kelce headed out to a celebrity party at Carbone Beach on South Beach.

The stylish NFL star wore a white and cream patchwork shirt with matching white pants, plus pastel pink sneakers.

He was pictured hanging out with Norris – who was fresh off his epic victory in the Miami GP – as well as record producer Steve Stoute, chef Mario Carbone, NBA star Jordan Clarkson and BMX athlete Nigel Sylvestre.

Former US president Donald Trump at the Miami GP
Former US president Donald Trump at the Miami GPCredit: Getty

Bob Williams

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