The dining scene near the newBallpark of the Palm Beaches may challenge the hungry and time-strapped, but there will be plenty of ballpark fare at the 6500-seat stadium itself when it opens Tuesday, Feb. 28.

The opening menu is simple, but stadium management says there are plans to reflect some food traditions of the spring training tenant teams, the Houston Astros and the Washington Nationals.

Well have hamburgers and hot dogs and the things people come to expect at a ballpark, says Brady Ballard, general manager at the Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. Were just trying to open up and get into our kitchen for the first time. In time, well expand our menu and pull in more regional options.

TheBallpark has partnered withProfessional Sports Catering (PSC), an Illinois-based concessionaire operating in 31 stadiums across the country. PSC touts quality on its website: Everything we serve to your fans is fresh. No precooked, pre-wrapped mystery food.

Workers install a sign outside the Houston Astros' clubhouse during the start of spring training at the Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. Richard Graulich/ The Palm Beach Post

Beyond hot dogs and burgers, food options will include Philly cheese steaks, nachos, sausages, shish kebabs, popcorn, ice cream, funnel cakes and more.

The two tenant teams have inspired the branding for many of the concession stands and portable stands, which bear names like The Capitol Hill Grill, Lone Star Cantina and H-Town Bar and Grill.

Options get more exciting at the stadiums suites and party decks, which can be rented per season or per single game. Parties of 40 or larger can book any ofthree dining options on the party decks, starting at $40 per person for unlimited food and soft drinks. The Ballpark Classic option includes burgers, brats, hot dogs, sides and fresh baked cookies. The Backyard Barbecue menu lists smoked pulled pork, citrus-marinated grilled chicken breasts, brats, sides and cookies. The priciest option, The Chefs Table, begins at $55 per person and includes a carving station, salads, fruits and a dessert bar.

The Houston Astros start spring training at the Ballpark of the Palm Beaches Wednesday, Feb. 15. Richard Graulich/ The Palm Beach Post

Suite rentals require a 15-person minimum and start at $900 per suite per single game. On the suite menu: alligator tail bites, crab cake sliders, ahi tuna, burgers, grilled chicken, quesadillas and fish tacos. There are some nice salad options and some pretty fancy desserts, says Ballard.

All suites and party decks are sold out for opening day, when the two tenant teams face off at the ballpark.

Ballpark of the Palm Beaches:5444 Haverhill Rd., West Palm Beach; 844-676-2017;BallparkPalmBeaches.com

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