Noshing Ideas at Yankee Stadium, Citifield

Petroni Foods at Yankee Stadium.

By Morris Gut

Bronx Voice

April 4, 2025

NEW YORK - Major League Baseball season is underway. If you’re planning to eat while visiting Yankee Stadium, the food service throughout the park has been revamped for 2025 featuring some old and some new.

For example: Bronx-born celebrity chef Christian Petroni, former executive chef at Fortina restaurants in Westchester and a regular on the Food Network, has brought his ‘Cheesy Garlic Bread’ for the fans. Mac Truck will be offering their unique take on Mac n’ Cheese with a variety of toppings. Also, noted Chef/restaurateur David Chang has brought Fuku, his fried chicken concept. 

Returning concessionaires include: Lobel Meat Market for tasty beef sandwiches and platters; Streetbird by Chef Marcus Samuelsson, Bobby Flay’s ‘Bobby’s Burgers’, Mighty Quinn’s BBQ, Chick & Pete’s, City Winery, The Halal Guys, Sumo Dog, Benihana, Oatly, and Wings of New York. There are gluten-free, vegetarian & vegan options. You can also check out the Yankee Stadium Tower Garden. For more info: www.mlb.com/yankees/ballpark/food

For all you Mets fans out there, the big culinary news coming out of Citifield this season is the return of Pat La Frieda Meat Purveyors and Pete Alonso’s Arctic Grill. Pete is the Mets 1st baseman. There’s also Whole Hog BBQ, Lobster Shack, Shake Shack, and Fuku. Vegetarian and vegan options, too. www.mlb.com/mets/ballpark/citi-field-dining-guide 

TAKE A SPRING DRIVE WITH GOOD FOOD IN MIND! Here are some delicious destinations…

LATIN SPIRITS AND CUISINE AT EL PRIMO

Dynamic host and co-owner Daniel Cahill along with partners Rory Dolan and Declan Rainsford have created a hotspot focusing on elevated Latin American cuisine. There’s a long sparkling Agave bar and curved banquets and high tops that lead to a semi-private dining room in the rear. Soft inviting colors throughout. Enjoy a curated Agave cocktail flight. Extraordinary flavors coming out of this kitchen include beautifully plated Mole Enchiladas, Al Pastor Tacos, Vegan Sabina Quesadilla, and Grilled Shrimp Tostada. Open 7 days from noon to 2 a.m. El Primo, 166B Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains. 914-861-0400 www.elprimowp.com 

THE FOUNTAIN AT MULINO

Spring is a lovely time to dine at Mulino of Westchester in White Plains. The fountain garden seen through a giant picture window is beautiful as is the lavish multi-level dining room and bar/lounge. General Manager Gimmy Cavagna and his staff keep the premises spiffy. Artworks, bursting colorful floral displays, the bustling bar. 

A special menu is served. Don’t miss their dramatic Seafood Tower;  Linguine Nere con Coda D’Aragosto Marechiaro, black linguine with baby lobster tails and delicious cheesecake. Open 7 days.Valet parking. Reservations advised. Mulino of Westchester, 99 Court Street, White Plains 914-761-1818  www.mulinosny.com

DECADENT BURRATA BURGER AT BIA

One of the most exciting restaurant openings this past year, Simi and Miranda Polozani and their team have been showing off their skills at flashy Bia American Kitchen & Bar at Chappaqua Crossing. Chef William Deluca’s global menu has been surprising all comers including us. Our recent indulgences here included their signature Burrata Burger with baby arugula, roasted peppers, crispy burrata and balsamic, a big bowl of Southwest Chicken Salad with Cajun chicken, mixed greens, corn, red onions, avocado, black beans, roasted peppers, tortilla chips, cheddar and boom boom dressing, and Harissa Steamed Mussels. Delicious and satisfying. I admit I was especially smitten with their classic Grand Marnier Souffle for dessert. Every spoonful fluffy, decadent and delightful. The artsy dramatically designed 220-seat space has two dining rooms, a party/catering area and sweeping contemporary bar and lounge. Bia, 480 North Bedford Road, at Chappaqua Crossing, Chappaqua. Open daily from noon to 10 p.m. 914-855-0123 www.biaamericankitchen.com 

SPRING HUDSON VALLEY RESTAURANT WEEKS THRU APRIL 13TH!

This popular dining out promotion, originally created and sponsored by The Valley Table Magazine, will include approximately 140 restaurants, past participants and some new ones from all over the Hudson Valley. Patrons are always anxious to cash in on the seasonal bounty at reasonable prices. There are added price options this year. Restaurants are expected to offer prix fixe luncheons for $24.95 or $39.95, and 3-course dinners for $29.95 or $44.95. Beverage, tax & tip are not included. Dine-in or take-out. Sometimes there are caveats, so be sure to verify the hours and the menus. Reservations are advised. For additional information and an up-to-date list of participating restaurants go to: https://valleytable.com/restaurant-week/

(Morris Gut is a restaurant marketing consultant and former restaurant trade magazine editor. He has been tracking and writing about the food and dining scene in the Bronx & Westchester for 30 years. He may be reached at: 914-235-6591. E-mail: gutreactions@optonline.net)