TEXAS -- Texas is famous for doing things its own way, but when it comes to food, even the Lone Star State has a few hard "no's." Some of These Food Bans Might Surprise YouSome of the bans make perfect sense because they're considered dangerous to eat. Why Are These 15 Foods Banned in Texas? Here's the List of Foods You Can't Legally Buy in Texas15 Foods That Are Banned in Texas (And Why) Some foods are banned in Texas because they're considered dangerous to eat. Here are 15 foods you can't legally buy, sell, or serve in the Lone Star State, along with the surprising reasons why.