BUFFALO, NY (WKBW) — A culinary competition took place in the heart of downtown Buffalo on Sunday.
We're talking about the 7th annual Meatball Street Brawl.
15 local restaurants took part in this event, trying to come up with their own spin on the meatball.
West Mohawk Street between Delaware and Franklin served as the kitchen stadium for this competition.
A panel of celebrity judges had to decide who would take home the championship belt in two categories: best traditional meatball and best freestyle meatball.
Traditional Meatball — Judge's Choice
- 1st place — Amici Ristorante
- 2nd Place — Frankie Primo's +39
- 3rd place — Bada Bing Sports Bar & Grill
Freestyle Meatball — Judge's Choice
- 1st place — Ilio DiPaolo's
- 2nd place — Arriba Tortilla
- 3rd place — Osteria 166
Traditional Meatball — People's Choice
- 1st place — Amici Ristorante
- 2nd place — Ristorante Lombardo
- 3rd place — Frankie Primo's +39
Freestyle Meatball — People's Choice
- 1st place — East Eden Tavern and Smoke House
- 2nd place — Arriba Tortilla
- 3rd place — Osteria 166
Bills fans were able to stick around and watch the game on outdoor screens, with proceeds from the event going to various charities.
