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Happy National French Fry Day - July 13, 2026!

Ode to French Fry Day – One of America's Favorite Comfort Foods

There are some foods that never seem to go out of style. Homemade apple pie. A juicy hamburger fresh off the grill. A thick milkshake on a hot summer afternoon. And, of course...French fries.

Every year on July 13th, we celebrate National French Fry Day, and honestly, who needs much of an excuse? Whether they're crispy, curly, crinkle-cut, steak fries, waffle fries, or those old-fashioned hand-cut fries served in a paper basket at the local diner, French fries have a way of making just about any meal a little happier.

Growing up, French fries weren't an everyday meal in our house. They were a treat. Maybe Dad had the evening off, or perhaps we had spent the afternoon running errands and decided to stop for burgers on the way home. Somehow those fries always tasted better when shared with family.

Back then, nobody counted how many fries they ate. We simply reached into the basket, grabbed another handful, and enjoyed every bite. Sometimes the fries disappeared before we even got home!

Summer seems like the perfect season for French fries. They pair perfectly with backyard cookouts, picnics, family reunions, county fairs, baseball games, and neighborhood gatherings. They seem to belong beside a grilled hamburger, hot dog, pulled pork sandwich, or barbecue chicken.

But National French Fry Day doesn't have to mean driving through the nearest fast-food restaurant. It can be a fun excuse to gather the family and get creative in the kitchen.

Why not set up your own French Fry Bar for dinner?

Bake or fry a big batch of your favorite fries and let everyone build their own masterpiece. Fill small bowls with toppings and let each person create something delicious.

Some favorite toppings include:

Melted cheddar cheese
Crispy bacon pieces
Sour cream
Green onions
Chili dog sauce
Jalapeño peppers
Diced tomatoes
Ranch dressing
Barbecue sauce
Garlic Parmesan seasoning
Buffalo sauce
Pulled pork
Gravy for classic comfort-food fries

If you're feeling adventurous, try a few sweet-and-savory combinations. Dip your fries into honey mustard, maple syrup, spicy aioli, or even a fruit-based barbecue sauce. Try one of our Halladay's Herb Dips and Cooking Blends for a unique treat.

Some people swear by French fries dipped into a thick vanilla milkshake. It may sound unusual, but don't knock it until you've tried it!

One of my favorite ways to eat french fries is on top of a Pittsburgh Steak Salad, sitting around a picnic table on a warm summer evening, while talking about our day. If you've never had it, you should definetely try it! You can't live in Pittsburgh, PA and eat a salad any other way. There is something about the way the warm steak, french fries steak, and melted cheese melds in with cool homemade ranch dressing and cold, crisp lettuce, cucumbers, and tomatoes. Yummy!

Here are Harvest Array's Fearless Leader's Favorite French Fries:

In-n-Out Animal Style Burger and Fries

Unfortunately, He discovered his new french fry obsession when his family traveled to California. The closest In-N-Out Burger Restaurant to Harvest Array's headquarters in western North Carolina, is in Tennessee. They have not made it there yet to indulge in the coveted In-N-Out Animal Style French Fries. But, in researching for this National French Fry Day Blog, I have found a copycat recipe I think he will love!

In-N-Out Animal Style French Fries (Copycat) Recipe

Animal-Style French Fries are golden brown, topped with melty American Cheese, buttery caramelized onions, and tangy signature fry sauce.

Yield: servings

Prep Time45

Cook Time20

Total Time1 5

AuthorSabrina Snyder: dinnerthendessert.com

Ingredients

2 pounds frozen French Fries of your choice
4 slices American Cheese
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 ½ cups)
3 tablespoons water, for sizzling onions
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
vegetable oil, for frying

Animal-Style Sauce

8 teaspoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon distilled white vinegar

Instructions

For the Onions

Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add onions and ½ teaspoon kosher salt to skillet.
Reduce heat to medium low and cook, tossing and stirring occasionally until onions are well browned, about 15 minutes.
Once onions begin to sizzle heavily and appear dry, add 1 tablespoon water to skillet and stir.
Continue cooking until water evaporates and onions start sizzling again.
Repeat process, adding 1 tablespoon of water with each iteration until onions are meltingly soft and dark brown, about 3 times total.
Transfer to a small bowl and set aside while leaving any residual butter in the pan.

For the Animal Sauce

To make the animal fry spread: Add mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, sugar, and vinegar to a small bowl and stir to combine.

For the Fries

Bake or air fry as directed

Serve it Up

Place fries on plate, cover with slices of American Cheese, melted onions, and the animal style spread.
Serve immediately!

This National French Fry Day, gather your family, fire up the grill, make burgers and a batch of Animal Style Fries or a Pittsburgh Steak Salad, and enjoy a meal with family and friends.

Turn off the phones, laugh, tell stories, and make a few new memories around the table.

Sometimes it's the simplest foods that remind us just how rich life really is.

Happy National French Fry Day from all of us at Harvest Array!

We'd Love to Hear From You

Do you prefer thin crispy fries, thick steak fries, waffle fries, curly fries, or sweet potato fries?

And here's the big question...

What's your favorite thing to dip your French fries in?

We always enjoy hearing your memories and family traditions. Give us a call at 814-396-2151, or email us at info@harvestarray.com and share your story or favorite recipe!

Jul 13th 2026 Dodie Schaub