Developed as a high-volume, casual offshoot of their acclaimed restaurant Cordelia, the new stall focuses on a streamlined menu of crispy fried and grilled chicken, sandwiches, and the quintessential Midwest staple, JoJo fries. The space, located near Portal 26, eschews the typical transactional feel of arena food in favor of a neighborhood joint aesthetic, complete with hand-painted signage and an illustrated portrait of the namesake, Watts’ great-grandmother.
Cordelia Team Brings Fried Chicken Concept to Rocket Arena
Three-time James Beard nominee Vinnie Cimino and proprietor Andrew Watts are bringing a taste of East 4th Street into the home of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Delia’s, a new fried chicken and JoJo concept, officially opens its doors at Rocket Arena’s Street Level concourse this season, aiming to redefine stadium concessions.
Chef Cimino’s menu features items like the signature Magic Dust-dusted fried chicken sandwich, miso-marinated grilled chicken, and a local nod to the classic Polish Boy. These are paired with house-made sauces such as black garlic mayo and Cleveland ketchup. For the Rock Entertainment Group, the partnership serves as a strategic move to integrate local culinary identity directly into the fan experience, ensuring that the warmth of the Cordelia brand remains accessible during Cavaliers games and major arena events.
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