The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time

Late-Night Snacks

When the clock hits midnight and responsibility goes out the window, the real question isn’t “Should I eat?” — it’s “What am I eating first?” This league assembles the absolute icons of late-night munching, from cold pizza slices and emergency ramen to tacos, wings, fries, and the legendary pint of ice cream that never sees a bowl. These snacks are the true heroes of all-nighters, post-party cravings, study sessions, and “I probably shouldn’t, but I will” moments.

Jump in and vote for the late-night legends that have fueled your questionable decisions. Your picks help decide which snack reigns supreme when everyone else is asleep and the cravings hit hardest.

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1. ICE CREAM (THE PINT)

Ice Cream (the pint) is currently the #1 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 71.4% head-to-head battles.

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2. PIZZA

Pizza is currently the #2 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 69.7% head-to-head battles.

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3. FRENCH FRIES

French Fries is currently the #3 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 57.1% head-to-head battles.

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4. GRILLED CHEESE / QUESADILLA

Grilled Cheese / Quesadilla is currently the #4 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 53.5% head-to-head battles.

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5. BURGERS

Burgers is currently the #5 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 49.6% head-to-head battles.

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6. CEREAL

Cereal is currently the #6 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 49.2% head-to-head battles.

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7. NACHOS

Nachos is currently the #7 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 46.3% head-to-head battles.

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8. CHICKEN WINGS

Chicken Wings is currently the #8 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 42.7% head-to-head battles.

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9. GYRO

Gyro is currently the #9 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 35.4% head-to-head battles.

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10. CHINESE FOOD

Chinese Food is currently the #10 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 32.7% head-to-head battles.

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11. INSTANT RAMEN

Instant Ramen is currently the #11 Greatest Late-Night Snacks of All Time winning 24.7% head-to-head battles.