Jimmy Learns How to Make Rao's Famous Meatballs

Jimmy meets Rao's co-owner Frank Pellegrino Jr. at the exclusive New York City restaurant where they dish on its celebrity-filled history before heading to the kitchen to make Rao's famous meatballs.

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Jimmy Learns How to Make Rao's Famous Meatballs

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[popurm]

Rao: it's about neighborhood, community, embracing people.
Rao: you can't come in without an invite.

[willmurnan]

kinda want more videos like this..feels more personal

[lalylong]

It’s about time you do a video like this one Jimmy Fallon. My first night at Rao’s you somehow happened to be there and sang along with Frankie.... I could write a book about how Rao’s rescued me from myself and made me laugh again. When Frankie passed away I looked for a video of you doing something like this. This place and Frankie are magical. 💫✨❤️

[jameslay]

I guess Jimmy wasn't lying about Higgins stealing his food using an extendable fork when he played Box of Lies with Tina Fey

[BMarie]

Rao’s food is where you try it and you’re GENUINELY blown away by the flavors. That “oh my god!” I’m sure was entirely genuine. It’s incredible.

[stephaniesihpol]

BEST SAUCE ON THE PLANET! I stopped making it from scratch because I love it so much.

[cosmicqueenxo]

Frankie seems so warm and kind! Love that my husband grew up in the neighborhood and told me all about Rao’s just from memory. So special and now we buy your sauces at our local market in the Hud Val! ✨

[mrtrek]

Since COVID hit I've been to Rao's twice. The meatballs are the best I've ever had, and I've had quite a few in my day. They're tasty, tender, and literally melt in your mouth right after taking a fork full. But I'm positive there is more in this meatball than what's being shown in the video. The last time I had them I was trying to pinpoint the flavors and I know there was a hint of onion and bread crumb. Anything else I couldn't say. But indeed these are the best meatballs I've ever tasted.

[canadianroxy]

This is pretty interesting, loved the personal one on one process.

[artepjan]

Thank you for taking us to Rao’s <3

[BMarie]

I wonder how their frozen Rao’s at home taste compared to an actual dish. The ravioli was.. incredible! The sauce is delicious, and the chicken from their frozen chicken Parmesan and I couldn’t believe that it came from the microwave. It was incredible and ACTUAL chicken.

[completefail]

Before you start to massage the meat 😂 Jimmy’s face

[vb]

Black men don't clap. They nod in appreciation. 😃

[Ryan_]

*”Message* *the* *meat!”*
*Jimmy* *looks* *at* *the* *camera!* 😂🍝

[johnperrypellegrino]

My family's restaurant :) Rest in peace, Frankie <3

[Shellnj]

I guess this is one to add to my bucket list. I've made Rao's recipes for the lemon chicken and peas with prosciutto. Delicious!

[davegray]

No one else can interview Jimmy like Jimmy interviews Jimmy

[brewwatchco]

Such a well spoken owner. Wish them the continued success!

[artepjan]

Hey! The classic telescopic fork of Higgins, he always does that :D And if you confiscate it he certainly has another one.

[kimberlygrimm]

I have a Rao's cook book and Unfortunately, they DID NOT show the WHOLE meatball recipe!!