A good, old-fashioned meatball – whether topped on a bowl of spaghetti or sandwiched between two slices of bread – just hits the spot sometimes. Only one thing can really rival a meatball, and that is one that’s made from scratch, like you’ll find at this meatball joint in Pennsylvania. Emporio boasts a delicious meatball-centric menu that will satisfy the hunger of any carnivore or vegetarian.
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Look for the building that says “Sienna Mercato” in Pittsburgh, and you’ll know you’ve found the home of Emporio, A Meatball Joint.
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The popular restaurant is one of three - along with Mezzo and Il Tetto - that comprises the self-described “three-story restaurant marketplace” Sienna Mercato.
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Emporio occupies the first floor of the marketplace, drawing diners with its meatball-centric menu that’s brimming with made-from-scratch items.
Facebook/Emporio: A Meatball Joint You can also grab a meatball from the Emporio location at PPG Paints Arena. It’s open during Penguin games.
Choose from four types of meatballs - classic beef (just like grandma used to make), vegetarian, spicy pork, and chicken.
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If it’s just meatballs topped with sauce you’re craving, you’ve got your choice of sauces, too. Mariana, basil pesto cream, and mushroom gravy are a few options.
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You can’t go wrong with a few meatballs sandwiched on a panini, a slider, or a classic hoagie either.
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Ever had a loaded baked potato with meatballs? Try the loaded baked potato for an explosion of flavor.
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Emporio also dishes up an assortment of sides - from fries and tater tots to tomato risotto and white cheddar mashed potatoes.
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You might also want to order the meatball joint’s famous fries with crack sauce. It’s one of those dishes you really have to try for yourself
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Take a peek at the menu on the official website of Emporio: A Meatball Joint. Or, go here for Facebook.
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Do you have a favorite meatball joint in Pennsylvania? Have to been to Emporio? Join the conversation in the comments! For more made-from-scratch meals, make your way to David’s Diner in Springdale.
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You can also grab a meatball from the Emporio location at PPG Paints Arena. It’s open during Penguin games.
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Address: Emporio: A Meatball Joint, 942 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
