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It’s no Filet o’ Fish, but in the best possible way: Dave Pasternack’s Catch of the Day is one of the few concepts at Citi Field that will actually feature a large amount of local product. Here is the chef’s flounder sandwich; the flounder comes from Long Island. It’s breaded and fried, and served with lemon and tartar on a brioche bun. Simple yet effective. Clams in Pasternack’s clam chowder are also from Long Island. (Photo by Tejal Rao)
The heat lamps, hot dog bins, and Shake Shack Miraclean grills are all in place, and the long-awaited Citi Field is a go. This weekend’s Mets vs. Red Sox exhibition games will be a trial-by-fire for every swanky new full service stadium club in the place, as well as every lowly hot dog kiosk, popcorn cart, and concession stand. In order to prepare for the crowds, hundreds of foodservice workers are literally stocking the shelves and cooking things around the clock. (Not all concession stands were open during Sunday's dress rehearsal.)
A press conference was held today at noon to unveil the new food concepts for the stadium. “I’m shaking right now,” said Shake Shack impresario Danny Meyer, “I’m so thrilled.” Meyer’s excitement was matched by Drew Nieporent’s unabashed love for the Mets, and also by Long Island native Dave Pasternack’s modest guarantee about the “Bayside Fries” he’ll sell at his seafood spot called Catch of the Day (they’re called “Crab Fries” on the placard menu). “They will become legendary in this building,” Pasternack said, noting that his special recipe involves Old Bay seasoning, smoked sea salt, and cheddar dipping sauce on the side. Danny Meyer countered that Union Square Hospitality Group’s Belgian fry concept Box Frites will “give Dave Pasternack’s Bayside Fries a run for their money.”
The crowd was infomed that the stadium food will retail for “6% less” than previous years and foodservice provider Aramark will endeavor to source sustainable food and provide eco-friendly packaging. But other questions linger: Will sushi and baseball mix? Do ballgame goers want chipotle chicken wings with their Jock Jams? Time will tell. Meanwhile, here is a first look at the Citi Field and its various food destinations.
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What foods are going to cost 6% or less? That usually means 99.9 cost 1% less, while one food item is 6% less.
Actually, Steven that refers to the average price of all concessions items.
$7.35 for one taco? Wow, what a deal!
I hope that is for a taco plate. I know that inflation of about 300% is de riguer for captive audiences, but for one taco that price is absurd.
This looks like the food the rich people are gonna eat from the expensive seats. What's gonna be upstairs for us proles in the nosebleeds?
$7 "hotdogs", ketchup and mustard is extra.
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The food was okay - I was more psyched by the better beer selection. There were 3 different types of Brooklyn beer available at a few of the stalls. No longer are we stuck with BUTTweiser as the only option. (it was the same price as bud too!)
Jesus. Stop giving Shake Shack more space to hock their crappy high school cafeteria burgers and fries at insane prices. Hell, McDonalds does them better; the only redeeming quality of that place is the custard.
Get ready for possible Shake Shacks in Union Square and...wait for it...CENTRAL PARK.
Nobody is forcing you to eat there; clearly other people enjoy Shake Shack.