Celebrate National Meatball Day at Addison’s Best Italian Spots

Tasty, tender and often saucy, meatballs are a part of many culinary traditions, but here in Addison they’re almost like a local specialty. And these tasty orbs are so popular, they have their own day – National Meatball Day, every year on March 9.

Some of the best meatballs around can be found in Addison restaurants. Want the inside scoop?

THE TRADITIONAL

Kenny’s Italian Kitchen
5100 Belt Line Road, Suite 764
Dallas, TX 75254

Credit: Kenny's Italian Kitchen

Kenny’s Midnight Meatballs were created when Chef Kenny Bowers would stay up all night experimenting to get the perfect, tender meatball. Well, looks like all those late nights paid off. You can find this foodie-favorite dish as an appetizer, on a sandwich, or with spaghetti. Insider tip: Did you know you can order just one?

THE HOT STUFF

New York Pizza & Pints
5026 Addison Circle
Addison, TX 75001

One of Addison’s newest favorites also has one of our favorite meatballs. This Addison Circle hotspot has a spectacular spicy meatball in a zesty Sicilian sauce. Now THAT’S a spicy meatball! While you’re there, check out their growler menu.

THE GOURMET

Zoli’s NY Pizza
14910 Midway Road
Addison, TX 75001

Credit: Zoli's NY Pizza

Jay Jerrier’s popular restaurant Zoli’s NY Pizza features craft meatballs made with a house blend of 1855 CBS Beef, ground pork, and Italian pancetta. This flavorful bite is perfect on its own or on one of Jerrier’s gourmet pizzas like the Lil’ Troy.

THE UNEXPECTED

Neighborhood Services
5100 Belt Line Road, Suite 795
Dallas, TX 75254

The Butcher’s Meatballs at Neighborhood Services are a fabulous interpretation of a classic dish. These meaty globes are stuffed with California Point Reyes blue cheese and sauced with a to-die-for Voodoo sauce.

Whether you want them sane or spicy, sauced or simple, Addison has all your best bets for National Meatball Day! For the full dining guide, head over to VisitAddison.com.