Eat it! Just Eat it!: The 2023 Citi Field Food Thread

[batmagadanleadoff]

Where to Eat at Citi Field, Home of the Mets



Pizza bagels, sushi burritos, fried chicken doughnuts, and more stunt menu items to seek out in Queens this year



New this year



Beyond Nightlife Sushi (Delta and Field levels): New to Citi Field this year is a sushi stall dispensing sashimi, hand rolls, and sushi burritos made by wrapping spicy salmon, tuna, and avocado in soy paper.



Chef Marc Murphy's Porchetta Sandwich Shop (Section 105): Celebrity chef Marc Murphy, a former judge on Chopped, is behind this stand with chicken patty, salsa verde, and, of course, porchetta sandwiches.



Chiddy's Cheese Steaks (Excelsior level): Open in Long Island since 2014, this Philly cheesesteak spot makes its signature sandwich with onions, peppers, mushrooms, provolone, and Cheez Whiz.



Emma's Torch (Promenade level): Carroll Gardens restaurant Emma's Torch, which offers training to refugees, is bringing tamarind barbecue wings and black-eyed pea hummus wraps to the stadium this year.



Empanada Mama (Promenade level): Find empanadas stuffed with mac and cheese, “cheeseburger,” and other fillings at this off-shoot of a 24-hour Manhattan chain.



Fresco's Grand Cantina (Taste of the City): In addition to alcoholic beverages, this Astoria watering hole is serving loaded “churro” nachos with dulce de leche, powdered sugar, and whipped cream.



he Nourish Spot (Taste of the City): Smoothies made from fruits, greens, and non-dairy milks are available from this juice shop based in Jamaica, Queens.



Pop Up Bagels (Suite level): This celebrity-backed bagel shop from Connecticut has been named Brooklyn's best bagel two years in a row, so it's no surprise its arrival at Citi Field made headlines. On the menu this year: pizza bagels with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.



Sunny's All-American Kitchen (Section 101 and Delta Level): “Lots of toppings” seems to be the theme behind this new food business. Parfaits, fried potato skins, and mac and cheese are loaded with everything from croutons to crumbled graham crackers.



Sweet Chick (Section 102): Local chain Sweet Chicken stands out from the other fried chicken vendors at Citi Field with its sweet chile seasonings and waffle ice cream sandwiches.



Sundae Donuts (Promenade level): Staten Island's stunt dessert shop has blue vanilla ice cream with chocolate doughnuts on the menu this year.



Takumi Taco (Promenade level): Citi Field is home to more than just sushi burritos this year. This Japanese Mexican restaurant with a handful of locations scattered across Manhattan stuffs its tortillas with spicy tuna, mayo, cucumber, and avocado for a sushi taco of sorts.



Tang (Taste of the City): Located on the border of Flushing and Bayside in Queens, modern Korean restaurant Tang is bringing bulgogi beef rice bowls to Citi Field this year.



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[whippoorwill]

Pizza bagels sound like bagel bites, which I've always kinda liked

[Gwreck]

Every year there is glowing media coverage of how great the new food items are…and every year, they disappoint when actually purchased in-stadium.



It makes sense, of course. It's a tightly controlled media event that doesn't bear any resemblance to 6:30 PM on a Saturday ahead of a big game against the Braves.



Steve C. has fixed so many other things already that I can't be sure he hasn't also fixed this one. But my experience is that the concession stands and those who work there just don't have the ability and capacity to do all of these great items at a consistent quality and speed.

[metirish]

I tend to agree , last game we went to we were very excited to eat from Amazin Chicken Co and it was disappointing, packed of course so not surprised. Shake Shack holds up well though, but I can eat that from many places

[A Boy Named Seo]

Too bad it's not as good IRL, but I guess I get it. I do like the idea of more exciting ballpark eats, though. If I'm getting hit like $12 for a dog or $14 for chicken strips, might as well be a sushi burrito or that fried chicken donut thing.



I keep seeing other teams selling food that's notable only because its GIANT. The Rangers did a huge $50 sandwich or something. I didn't see anything like that amongst the Mets offerings? That's good.



Edit: 2-foot burger for $35 is good stadium value? Yikes.



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[Johnny Lunchbucket]

what they don't announce each spring are all the brands that don't come back for a second year because they struggle too.



I officially got over Citi Field food last year and began my old Shea habit of brown bagging where appropriate. I found a great Italian deli near me that makes very good sandwiches, it's usually not too much of a hassle to get there before I go the park.

[G-Fafif]

Johnny Lunchbucket wrote: I officially got over Citi Field food last year and began my old Shea habit of brown bagging where appropriate.

Same. If the logistics allow, I'm happy to make and bring my own sandwich. I've also come full circle on the hoary “nothing beats a hot dog at the ballgame” bromide, deciding there is often merit in what is simplest (Hebrew National preferred when available).

[Frayed Knot]

Plus, with game times plummeting, a fan can actually make it from first pitch to last without their tummy rumbling.

[batmagadanleadoff]

Johnny Lunchbucket wrote: what they don't announce each spring are all the brands that don't come back for a second year because they struggle too.

Good point. So let's pick a random year and see how the new food for that season shook out:



Citi Field ups its 2019 food game with dumplings and pizza cupcakes



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Citi Field's food offerings for the 2019 season include treats from Smorgasburg favorite Pizza Cupcake



The Mets have unveiled the season's new options at Citi Field. Smorgasburg favorites Pizza Cupcake and Dulcinea are set to make their debuts, while a sweet Dō and Big Mozz mash-up is in the works. Celeb chef Michael White's Nicoletta pizzeria also returns with a new hero sandwich.



Here are the stadium's edible highlights, starting off with the new vendors for the new season.



THE NEW



Pizza Cupcake



The popular Smorgasburg vendor debuts at the stadium this season, serving up snacks that pack pizza flavors in cupcake-size bites. Try the margherita pizza cupcake (mozzarella, tomato, oregano) or the classic pepperoni (mozzarella, tomato, pepperoni, oregano).



Where: Jim Beam Highball Club on the Promenade



Dulcinea



Dulcinea makes its Citi Field debut, after previously selling sweets at Smorgasburg and Dekalb in Brooklyn. The churro stand is serving a cinnamon sugar churro ice cream sandwich (with rainbow sprinkles or Oreo crumbs) and cinnamon sugar churros with dipping sauces.



Where: Jim Beam Highball Club on the Promenade



Destination Dumplings



Two chefs from Queens (Tristan Chin-Fatt and Deon Whiskey) are behind this trendy spot with new stadium offerings. Try the classic pork and chive, edamame, Korean beef or jerk chicken dumplings. Your sauce options include soy, citrus, sesame and salsa.



Where: Jim Beam Highball Club on the Promenade



Sliders and Sinkers



Citi Field will service Sliders and Sinkers, a rendition of Aramark Senior Executive Chef Patrick Schaeffer's award-winning burger. Putting a ballpark-twist on the classic, Schaeffer has created the Champ Sliders (bacon, cheddar cheese and roasted tomatoes), Plain Jane Sliders (dill pickles, mustard, ketchup) and Mini Nathan's Hot Dog Sliders.



Where: Section 413, in the Promenade



Emmy Squared



Emmy Squared, which features Detroit-style square pizza, debuts at Citi Field with its Colony, which features, mozzarella, ezzo pepperoni, pickled jalapenos and honey, as well as the Emmy, with, mozzarella, banana peppers, red onion, ranch and side sauce. It's also selling the popular Le Big Matt, a hamburger with two Pat LaFrieda beef patties, American cheese, sammay sauce, greens and pickles on a pretzel bun (and served with Zapp's Chips).



Where: TBD



THE RETURNING



Nicoletta



Celeb chef Michael White's Nicoletta pizzeria set up its Citi Field outpost in 2017, but it brings a sizable new sandwich to the stadium this year. Joining its already extensive list of Italian-style eats (pizzas, gelato and fried mozzarella balls) is a meatball hero. Nicoletta's fresh meatballs sit inside a sesame roll topped with classic marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese and parmesan gremolata.



Where: Field Level Concourse, behind section 135



Catch of the Day



Catch of the Day, with a menu from James Beard-winning chef Dave Pasternack of Esca, isn't new to Citi Field, but 2019 sees one additional item: lobster nachos. The snackable dish features Maine lobster, pepper Jack fondue, cilantro-lime creme, cotija cheese and jalapenos. The nachos join last season's new snack, the Loaded Bayside Fries, which tempt with cracker crumb-dredged Cherrystone clam strips and clam chowder fondue.



Where: Section 102, Field Level Concourse, behind section 102



Fuku



David Chang's Fuku is a destination for its spicy fried chicken sandwich and Milk Bar cookies. Several new items join the menu for 2019, including loaded chicken bites, loaded Fuku fries, Fuku (chicken) fingers and a spicy fried chicken, bacon and ranch sandwich.



Where: Section 102, Field Level Concourse



Big Mozz



Big Mozz's giant, hand-breaded mozzarella sticks are becoming a ballpark must. Joining the menu this season are the Mozz Pockets, bite-size pizza rolls filled with mozzarella, red sauce, Romano and “magic.”



Where: Field Level Concourse, behind section 132



DŌ x Big Mozz



This sweet collab you didn't know you wanted will test your taste buds. This season offers up new fried cookie Do bites. Think: that crispy mozzarella stick exterior, meshed with gooey cookie dough on the inside. The bites are available in chocolate chip, rainbow cake batter and brownie batter flavors.



Where: Field Level Concourse, behind section 105



Dan and John's Wings



Skip the wings and try the new Buffalo chicken sandwich at Dan and John's Wings. It's topped with iceberg lettuce, tomato, white onion and blue cheese dressing.



Where: Bud Light Landing, behind section 335



Stuf'd



The food-truck company adds two new sandwiches to Citi Field's 2019 offerings — the Stuf'd BBQ pulled pork sandwich and Stuf'd Reuben. S'mores Nutella bites are also new.



Where: Jim Beam Highball Club on the Promenade



Wowfulls



Wowfulls, which has a cozy, counter-service spot on the Lower East Side, offers 1950s-style Hong Kong egg waffles. The popular street snack, known as gai dàn jai, has a crispy texture on the outside and a fluffy one on the inside. Wowfulls presents its waffles as ice cream cones, filling them up with scoops and sweet toppings. At the Mets' stadium, you'll find its Strawberry Fields combo, strawberry cheesecake ice cream covered with French Toast Crunch cereal, caramel sprinkles, whipped cream and Pocky, or stick-shaped Japanese cookies.



Where: Section 121



Lil' Sweet Chick



This spin-off of Sweet Chick, a hip Southern comfort food chain, is serving up the brunch classic, fried chicken and waffles, alongside the more portable chicken sandwiches. Options at the counter include the “OG Fried Chicken Sandwich,” topped with heirloom tomato, lettuce and a spread of herb mayo, and the “Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich,” seasoned with a special spice blend and covered in bread and butter pickles.



Where: Jim Bean Highball Club



Baked Cheese Haus



The Wisconsin specialty and artisanal cheese company has had a presence at the Bryant Park, Union Square and Columbus Circle holiday markets, but, hey, baseball season is longer. At Citi Field, Baked Cheese Haus serves its Alpine Brat sandwich, which comes with a foot-long brat smothered in melted raclette cheese on an artisanal baguette.



Where: Jim Bean Highball Club



Josh Capon's Bash Burger



Grab a Bash Burger, complete with a Pat LaFrieda patty and onion and bacon jam, from Josh Capon's ballpark branch. Feeling ambitious? Make it a Double Barrel burger with two patties, American cheese, fried onions, pickles and secret sauce. Capon is the chef behind city restaurants Lure Fishbar, B&B Winepub and El Toro Blanco.



Where: Field Level concourse behind Section 135



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for a full slate of Citi Field 2019 food offerings and photos of every item listed.



I haven't been to a game since the Covid lockdowns so I have no idea how this stuff fared over the years.

[whippoorwill]

I Could go for a stuffed Rueben

[Frayed Knot]

Two things I seem to care a whole lot less about compared to most baseball fans

1) uniform minutia

2) stadium food offerings

[metsmarathon]

i'm intrigued by this sushi burrito concept. sounds absolutely delicious.



we don't get these types of things in the rural northwest corner of new jersey, where our nearest shake shack is over a half hour away!

[Gwreck]

Frayed Knot wrote: Two things I seem to care a whole lot less about compared to most baseball fans 1) uniform minutia 2) stadium food offerings

It's a function of attendance. If you're a go-to-the game person, that matters a lot more than if you're watching/listening at home.

[Frayed Knot]

Partly, sure.

But when I am in the park the last thing on my mind is to make sure I sample all the new (and ridiculously over-priced) food stations.

Nor do I worry about the prospect of going three hours without nourishment.

Not making a value judgement here, just never been a priority for me.

[Gwreck]

Frayed Knot wrote: But when I am in the park the last thing on my mind is to make sure I sample all the new (and ridiculously over-priced) food stations.

I'm not sure anyone is going to sample all the food stations at any one game. (At least, I hope not).



The fact that stadium food is jacked up in price shouldn't be news to anyone at this point.



The Mets' stadium security policies on bring-your-own-food-if-you-want is probably one of the most fan-friendly things they do.

[Frayed Knot]

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I'm not sure anyone is going to sample all the food stations at any one game. (At least, I hope not).

[Gwreck]

Not really an apt analogy at all given the ticketing situation there.

[Frayed Knot]

Not a perfect analogy, but still a situation where just because you can price gouge your captive audience doesn't mean you have to.

And the Masters [CROSSOUT]fans[/CROSSOUT], sorry, patrons, are generally out there for a much longer time and will need/want on-site food to get them through the day.