Best Tailgating Recipes by the Largest Universities (2025) brings the heat of September Saturdays to your grill. We mapped recipes by region, then picked the standout plates that rule each campus scene. Think Texas brisket with pepper bark, Midwest brats with onions, Gulf shrimp skewers, and Carolina pulled pork, all shaped by local pride. Every pick comes with clean measurements, short prep, and steps you can follow in a lot or backyard. Grab your cooler, pick your region, and claim your next crowd favorite.