Take a seat, spaghetti; it’s meatballs’ time to shine. National Meatball Day is just around the corner on Mar. 9. We’ve rounded up the five best eateries to eat both traditional and new-wave meatballs. Grab a plate and start celebrating!
Arcuri
Located just north of Georgetown in Glover Park since 2013, this upscale neighborhood pizzeria has critics raving about homemade limoncello and, of course, their meatballs. A blend of pork and veal meats paired with garlic spinach and broccoli rabe makes for a satisfying snack. 2400 Wisconsin Ave., 202.827.8745, arcuridc.com/
RPM Italian
Find RPM’s savory prime rib meatballs in D.C.’s Mount Vernon neighborhood. A blend of garlic and parmesan flavors adds the perfect note to this classic take on an Italian favorite. Kick back and savor on RPM’s heated patio or in the swanky dining room. 650 K St. NW. 202.204.4480, rpmrestaurants.com.
Bozzelli’s
Since the 1970s, this D.C. deli locale has notoriously served up meatballs galore: we’re talking meatball subs jam-packed with a marinara and mozzarella blend alongside cheesy meatball pizza and vegan meatball options. These meatball options are perfect to go, or enjoyed at Bozzelli’s outdoor seating area. 1025 Vermont Ave. NW, 202.347.6810, bozzellideli.com/.
2 Amy’s Neopolitan Pizzaria
This Cleveland Park Neapolitan-style restaurant is known for its Polpettine al Forno meatballs. Picture a rich combination of local pork and beef, served with a side of house-made bread. Ordering meatball takeout makes for a perfect chilly spring day comfort meal. 3715 Macomb St. NW, 202.885.5700, 2amyspizza.com/
Boqueria
This Dupont Circle tapas bar is a local D.C. favorite for bite-sized indulgences. Boqueria’s take on meatballs is their albondigas—Colorado lamb meatballs drizzled in tomato sauce and garnished with sheep’s milk cheese and fresh basil. 1837 M St., NW, 202.558.9545, boqueriarestaurant.com/.
Photography by: Jenn Segal
