Original Meatball Company Opens in Sydney with Free Gourmet Balls

Meatball-dedicated eatery the Original Meatball Company is set to open on York Street next month, and to celebrate, there'll be free balls up for grabs.

Riding the wave of Sydney's current US food trend, co-founders Jay Lyon and Dominic Lopresti (founder of Gelatissimo) have teamed up with award-winning chef James Kidman (formerly of Otto Ristorante) in order to reintroduce Sydneysiders to the humble meatball. Taking cues from New York's popular Meatball Shop, the eatery will focus on high-quality produce and gourmet standards paired with quick service. "We wanted to create a brand that is fun and accessible yet not compromise on taste, and I am certain we will not disappoint," explains Lyon.

Taking a look at the planned menu, OMC doesn't disappoint in the variety stakes. The large range of gluten-free balls caters to both meat lovers and vegetarians and feature names punning on international flavours. Of the 'heroes' (balls on buns), you'll be able to choose between such options as Mamma's Balls (pictured), The Yankee, You Beaut', Svedish Ja, Coco Samui and Pesto Prima Donna. Alternatively, opt for a salad bowl and balls, like The Geisha, The Italian Job or the Miss Saigon.

But what about those free balls, I hear you say? OMC is offering a free lunch to convince us of their standout ball skills. To claim yours, download the OMC App, join its Loyal Baller club and head to the eatery on opening day to scan the barcode and claim a hero or salad Bowl, as well as fries and a drink. Amazeballs, you might say.

The Original Meatball Company will open on July 1, 2014, at Shop 3, 56-58 York Street. Get in quick for free balls from 11am-3pm on the day.