Stone Harbor, NJ Meets Philly

Marabella Meatball Co.

Ever since both my sister and I have moved to Philly, my dad has been dying to try Marabella Meatball Co. The reason why he wanted to try it so much is because the original restaurant, Marabella’s is located where we go for our annual family summer vacations, Stone Harbor, NJ. To expand their Jersey Shore locations, Marabella Meatball Co. was brought to Philly to showcase one of their key ingredients: meatballs.

On the menu, there are numerous options to choose from between salads, pasta, bowls or sandwiches. I’ve been here a few times before and have never been disappointed. Before I have gotten the pasta bowl and chicken parmesan sandwich and they were both amazing!

When both my dad and I went, there was one item on the menu that caught our eye. It was the “Philly Pork” sandwich in which included: BVP meatballs (beef, veal, pork), aged provolone and broccoli rabe. My dad got the traditional size which has four meatballs and I got the Nonni size which is only served with two meatballs. The combination of the meatballs and melted aged provolone was so delicious. But what made this dish for both my dad and I was the fresh, sautéed broccoli rabe. It added that special flavor and kick to it.

Next time you’re searching for a place to eat with authentic and quick food, try Marabella Meatball Co. I’m sure with the Italian-style cuisine, anyone can find anything that they’re interested in!