NEW YORK — Like many major sporting events these days, the U.S. Open in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. boasts an array of remarkable dining options for hungry fans in attendance. In the interest of journalism, I sampled many of them on Thursday at the Open’s tasting event at the Billie Jean King tennis center.

Here are the 9 best things to eat at the U.S. Open:

1. Crispy Chicken Sandwich

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The Hill Country family of restaurants are generally excellent, and worth visiting even if you haven’t scored a ticket to a Grand Slam event. If you have, make your way over to the Hill Country stand for a chicken sandwich. It’s essentially the ideal version of the classic Southern sandwich made famous by Chick-Fil-A: A crispy, moist, perfectly seasoned chicken breast on a soft, fresh bun with pickles.

2. Bacon on a Clothes Line

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This is a huge, thick-cut piece of candied bacon with black pepper and a maple glaze. It is available at the Champions Bar and Grill. In short: It’s a giant strip of bacon. I assume you don’t require further explanation.

3. Filet Mignon Steak Sandwich

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Long a staple at nearby Citi Field, the Pat LaFrieda steak sandwich features tender hunks of filet mignon under melted Monterey Jack Cheese and a pile of sweet, caramelized onions. Pat LaFrieda has to be the best-known meat man this side of Nolan Ryan, and deservedly so. The cheese and onions are fine, but it’s the beef that sings.

4. Mountauk Wild Striped Sea Bass

Bass with okra tempura (PHOTO: USA TODAY Sports Images)

I’m going to be honest: I don’t even like fish. But the buttery, delicate sea bass from the Open’s Aces restaurant is delicious even to the anti-pescetarians among us. It’s sweetened by bites of corn relish and given texture by a mound of baby spinach. Plus, it comes with incredible okra tempura. This might not be the type of thing you can take on the go, but hey: You’re at the U.S. Open. Make a day of it.

5. Original Grilled Cheese

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The Morris Grilled Cheese Truck will offer multiple varieties of the classic sandwich at Court 17 inside the tennis center, but the original version — featuring New York Cheddar and New Hampshire Landaff cheeses — is the best. Sounds simple, sure. But taste it: The bread is buttery and crisp, the cheese gooey and delicious without being victimized by the overwhelming greasiness that sometimes comes with grilled-cheese sandwiches stuffed with anything but American cheese.

6. Carnitas Tacos

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The carnitas tacos from Maya inside the Open’s Food Village are clearly the best option for anyone looking to add a little spice to their day of watching tennis. They’re topped with habanero salsa, and thoroughly moist and porky like all good carnitas tacos.

7. U.S. Open Lobster Roll

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Pretty straightforward, really: It’s lobster salad — light on the mayonnaise — served in a hot-dog bun. Like all lobster, it’ll likely make a dent in your wallet, but it’s less expensive than a side trip to New England if you’re only visiting the Northeast for the Open.

8. The Honey Deuce

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You’re going to need something tasty to wash down all that food, and the Open’s signature “Honey Deuce” cocktail does the trick. It’s light and refreshing, and unlike many pink beverages, it’s not too sweet. It’s made with Grey Goose Vodka, but it is served with a garnish of fresh honeydew, so it’s healthy. Definitely healthy.

9. Blueberry Pie cup

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One annoying thing about pie is that it’s generally too messy to walk around with at sporting events. But tiny pies are an entirely different story. You’re going to want dessert after all the chicken and pork and lobster and steak, so head on back to Hill Country for a sweet treat.