Philadelphia is a foodie city, for sure, but sometimes you want to get out of the busy city and stroll a quiet suburban town that’s completely packed with incredible, mouthwatering restaurants. Collingswood, New Jersey is a fifteen minute PATCO ride from Center City, and you’ll love to spend a day here walking the streets and an evening treating yourself to an unforgettable meal at any of their restaurants – from BYOBs to old fashioned ice cream parlors.
Collingswood is a small town right along the PATCO transit line. It stretches from Camden to Haddon Township.
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The town is filled with historic homes and beautiful parks.
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But what really draws people to this foodie town near Philadelphia are the incredible restaurants up and down Haddon Avenue.
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The Kitchen Consigliere is a favorite of food critics from around the city.
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And they are well known for their creative take on traditional Italian dishes.
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Tiny Zeppoli is a little off the beaten path, but the atmosphere, fresh food, and namesake dessert make it a stop worth making.
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The southern Italian inspired cuisine here rotates seasonally - but you’ll need to make a reservation well in advance of your visit.
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You can find a wonderful sushi and hibachi steakhouse at Osaka, which is back on the main drag.
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(because you can never have TOO MUCH sushi)
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New restaurants open here occasionally, like Hearthside, which made its debut in September.
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So far, the Collingswood foodie community has loved the spot and it’s earning a reputation for fresh and flavorful food, including a brussel sprout dish that has my mouth watering.
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Children and Adults alike love the Pop Shop, a throwback soda fountain restaurant known for scrumptious grilled cheese.
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They’ve been featured on the Food Network and serve up a great set of grilled cheeses, including one Bobby Flay style.
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Of course, I couldn’t let an article on my favorite foodie town near Philadelphia go by without mentioning my favorite restaurant - Villa Barrone.
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Villa Barrone serves up fresh Italian food in a BYOB restaurant that always gets it just right - I’ve never had a bad meal here.
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Everything in Collingswood is located within walking distance of the PATCO station, which departs Philadelphia at either 16th & Locust, 12th & Locust, 9th & Locust of 8th & Market. Round trip tickets will run you no more than $6 per person, depending on what station you choose. The train lets you off right at Haddon Ave, and you’ll want to head towards the landmark clock, which will put you right in the center of the best little foodie town near Philadelphia!
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700 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ 08108
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720 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
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801 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ 08108
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