8 Must-Eat Dishes Near MetLife Stadium
New York football fans are always juiced up for a Jets home game, but the excitement for this week’s game “Hits Different”. MetLife Stadium is set to host royalty this weekend, and we’re not talking about the defending Super Bowl champions. Taylor Swift has become a die hard Kansas City Chiefs fan and the prospect of her following the Chiefs to New York for their clash against the Jets has fans abuzz. She was seen fervently supporting the team in red at their stadium this past weekend amidst her rumored “Love Story” with Tight End Travis Kelce. With impeccable foresight, Swift sang that “loving him was red,” on her 2012 hit. If there’s any “Blank Space” on Swift’s calendar before or after the game, we’d love to provide her and her devoted fans food recommendations beyond their “Wildest Dreams”. So we saw it fit to list some of the top dishes at restaurants near MetLife Stadium. “Welcome to New York”, well, technically New Jersey, Taylor. It’s been waiting for you.
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Mussels
Suprema // Rutherford, NJ
📸: @supremaitalian
Since she may very well be dating an NFL Tight End, one could only assume Taylor Swift is attracted to muscles. No matter which way you spell it, mussels are attractive, and you’ll be slurping these up like a kickoff coverage team slurps up gatorade. Just three miles from the stadium is Suprema, an Italian cafe and eatery. Their mussels bathe in a warm broth rich in garlic. Just don’t try to kiss Taylor after a bowl of these, Travis.
This dish is recommended by: Big Papa Smokem
Yellowtail Jalapeño
Samurai Sushi // East Rutherford, NJ
📸: @rsvpbyfriday
Just two miles from the stadium is Samurai Sushi, where “Delicate” slices of fatty yellowtail swim in ponzu sauce and white truffle oil with jalapeños and tobiko. Just like Kelce and Swift, this dish is a perfect match of flavors. Before Swift attended his game last week, Kelce went on the “Pat McAfee Show” and said, "I told her that I've seen her rock a stage in Arrowhead and she might have to come see me rock the stage at Arrowhead,” referring to their shared penchant for putting on a show in front of a full stadium. The spicy jalapeño adds a kick that's almost as electric as their supposed chemistry. Is it cool that I said all that?
This dish is recommended by: Big Papa Smokem
Mexico City Street Style Burger
Hamburguesa // Carlstadt, NJ
📸: Rev Ciancio
This burger might give you “that James Dean daydream look in your eye.” Like the Travis-Taylor gossip, it's hot, spicy, and unforgettable. A perfect blend of two worlds coming together to create something magical. Hamburguesa is only two miles from the stadium so if you pull up there before the game, you can enjoy tailgate-style food without having to cook. But considering the size of this burger, you might need to bring along a lineman to help you finish it.
This dish is recommended by: Rev Ciancio
Italian Buffet
Martino’s Grocery // Hackensack, NJ
📸: @saborchef
At Martino's Grocery, just five miles from the stadium, the buffet runs as deep as TSwift’s discography. It's a feast that leaves everyone talking about its incredible selection. Like a People magazine feature covering alleged rumors about a celebrity couple from which you can pick and choose your favorite dubious storylines. This choose-your-own-destiny pasta-centric affair has you covered whether you’re in your lasagna, rigatoni, ziti, or ravioli era.
This dish is recommended by: Carl Ruiz
Lamb Shawarma Sandwich
Mamoun’s Falafel // East Rutherford, NJ
📸: @the.delicious.life
Much like the fine details about Travis and Taylor’s relationship, the Lamb Shawarma Sandwich at Mamoun's is kept under wraps. That being a warm pita filled with juicy lamb, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and tahineh sauce in this case. Just two miles from the stadium, swinging by Mamoun’s on the drive home while your friends are hitting the post-tailgate hangover will have you looking like a “Mastermind”.
This dish is recommended by: Buzzfeed
Ropa Vieja w/ Rice & Beans
El Artesano // Union City, NJ
📸: @ieatheworld
According to Spoon University, Swift’s favorite mom-cooked dish is brisket and pot roast, braised beef dishes which are cousins of Ropa Vieja. But like a good celebrity rumor, ropa vieja is full of intrigue and excitement, spiked with aromatic herbs and spices. The shredded beef is tender just like Swift and Kelce's connection and it melts in your mouth with each bite like a juicy meme referencing the rumors.
This dish is recommended by: Carl Ruiz
Beef Birria Tacos
Chofi Birria // Union City, NJ
📸: @chofifamilia
Much like the rumored relationship, Chofi Birria's Beef Birria Tacos are a harmonious blend of flavors that will have you saying “It was enchanting to eat you!” Who knows, even Kelce and Swift might find themselves tangled up all night with these savory delights. One thing’s for sure, picking up some birria tacos on your way to the game is a lot better than hanging your head low in the glow of the vending machine.
This dish is recommended by: Eater
Tiramisu
Song’ E Napule // East Rutherford, NJ
📸: Song’ E Napule
We all know Taylor loves a sweet disposition and she’d be gazing wide-eyed at this tiramisu. Layered with mascarpone, it’s the perfect postgame treat to celebrate a win or lighten the blow of a loss. If Taylor and Travis head to Song’ E Napule after the game, it could even spawn an alternate version of “All Too Well”:
‘Cause there we are again with a little sweet treat
You might’ve missed your mouth ‘cause you were looking over at me
Mascarpone hair, I was there
I remember it all too well
This dish is recommended by: Eater
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