Experience Downtown Haddonfield’s Diverse, Growing Dining Scene

HADDONFIELD, NJ — Downtown Haddonfield’s dining scene is booming, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of local food and beverage establishments, according to Partnership for Haddonfield, the management corporation for Haddonfield's Business Improvement District.

“Downtown Haddonfield's growing list of food/beverage establishments is a strong indicator that the foodie scene in our award-winning downtown is making its mark,” explained Susan Hodges, Partnership for Haddonfield Chair. "Whether you decide to dine in, take out or enjoy some fresh air while dining al fresco style, our vibrant dining scene offers something for every palate."

Indulge in al fresco dining at several of Haddonfield’s food and beverage establishments – providing an opportunity to do a little people watching while enjoying delicious fare. With locally sourced ingredients, authentic dining experiences, and spacious seating options, the unique, close-knit feel of the downtown creates a familiar yet sophisticated culture for dining and shopping, unlike any other town. Walking along the streets to shop, listen to live music, or pop into one of the many restaurants — all within a few blocks — makes Haddonfield a must-do for summertime.

Over the last year, Downtown Haddonfield has welcomed over a dozen new food/beverage establishments, while veteran businesses continue to boom, update, and expand to larger locations in the downtown area.

The Bread Board Plus, a staple in the downtown area for over 35 years, expanded their neighborhood favorite into a new space, right next door to the previous location, with a modern look and new service approach. Additional long-time Haddonfield dining establishments include Cross Culture, Oriental Pearl, P.J. Whelihan’s, Bistro of Haddonfield, Tre Famiglia Ristorante, Zaffron Mediterranean Cuisine.

One of the latest additions to the town’s foodie scene is Groovy Smoovies. Owner Antonne Jones, a film producer and writer, opened the business in 2020. Groovy Smoovies is a classic movie-themed smoothie shop with eight movie-themed smoothies and various fruit combo drinks to enjoy while watching classic movies that are always playing throughout the day at the shop. What better place to grab a refreshing summer beverage as you stroll from shop to shop! Additional businesses that have recently made Downtown Haddonfield home include: Crepe n Shake, Crust n’ Fire, Brain Freeze Ice Cream Parlor, DiBartolo European Bakery, Downtown Cookies, Mia’s Meals Falafal Bar, Pizza Crime, Sparrows Gourmet Snacks, and Wanda BYOB.

A long-time favorite in Downtown Haddonfield, the British Chip Shop will transport your taste buds to Great Britain as you enjoy authentic cuisine from across the pond. Sit down to enjoy the hearty bangers and mash dish loved by many who visit this local favorite. Also, head over to Megu Sushi, the fourth South Jersey location, and get lost in the smells of simmering broth and freshly made Asian-inspired dishes. Flavors from all over the world are right here in Downtown Haddonfield. Additional international cuisines located throughout Downtown Haddonfield include: China King, El Nopalito Mexican Restaurant, Fuji, Little Tokyo, Sanook Thai Cuisine, and The Little Hen Market.

If Italian is more to your liking, Valente’s Italian Specialties transformed itself in 2020 into an Italian Restaurant – Valente’s Cucina. Still in its original location, Valente’s Cucina has become a BYOB restaurant. There are many other Italian food/beverage establishments from which to choose, including: Mare Monte, Nicky B’s Pizza, Nocella’s Ristorante Pizzeria BYOB, Passariello’s Pizzeria and Italian Kitchen, Tony’s Pizza, and Verona Ristronate.

For vegetarians, vegans, and those who want to try new flavors, Leaf Eatery is a charming café specializing in plant-based dishes. All Haddonfield restaurants are BYOB, giving you the opportunity to bring your own selection of wine or other beverage to enjoy with your decadent meal.

William Heritage Winery, offering a variety of local wines, is planning on expanding its business to offer a larger wine tasting room and entertaining area. But if brews are more your thing, take a trip down to King’s Road Brewing Company for a tavern-like atmosphere and enjoy the aromatic, seasonal flavors featured in the large variety of beers on tap. Check out King’s Road Brewing Company’s outdoor beer garden while you’re there!

Of course, no meal would be complete without dessert! Indulge in your favorite summer treats at one of Haddonfield’s finest bakeries, or cool off with tasty locally made ice cream, gelato and water ice that is sure to satisfy those cravings for sweets. Coffee shops, bakeries/dessert shops, candy shops, gelato parlors, juice bars, and ice cream and water ice parlors throughout the Downtown include: Animo Juice, Duffy’s Fine Chocolates, Edible Arrangements, Gelato Dolceria, Gracies Water Ice & Ice Cream Parlor, Haddonfield Donut Company and Bakery, Jersey Java and Tea, Mecha Chocolate, Saxbys, Starbucks Coffee, Sweet T’s Bakeshop, T-Swirl Crepe, TÁL32 Bespoke Confectionary and The Candy Buffet.

For more information about the Haddonfield Professionals, visit www.DowntownHaddonfield.com.

About the Partnership for Haddonfield

Partnership for Haddonfield (PfH) is the management corporation for Haddonfield's Business Improvement District. The ordinance creating the district was adopted in 2004 to encourage self-help and self-financing programs within the business community, enhance the commercial viability and attractiveness of the business district and promote growth and employment within the Borough of Haddonfield. The mission of PfH is to provide leadership that produces the best downtown in the region by creating and promoting a superior business mix and enhancing the image of Haddonfield in the marketplace. PfH offers grant programs to attract distinctive retailers in targeted categories and fine-dining restaurants, sponsors business networking events, maintains and promotes the www.downtownhaddonfield.comwebsite, actively markets the downtown, and organizes special events. In 2019, the PfH received a New Jersey Tourism Industry Association (NJTIA) Excellence Award in the category of ‘Digital Outreach’, and a Downtown New Jersey (DNJ) Excellence Award for its Communications Campaign. The PfH was also awarded a NJTIA Excellence Award for its Public Relations Campaign in 2017.

The PfH’s Professionals host networking events throughout the year including morning breakfast meetings and extended evening events. The Professionals are also responsible for creating and distributing a directory of Haddonfield’s professional businesses. More information about the PfH Professionals or the PFH can be found at www.downtownhaddonfield.comor call 856-216-7253.

About Haddonfield, NJ

Haddonfield is a charming, award-winning borough nestled in the heart of southern New Jersey. Haddonfield features the Delaware Valley’s premier Downtown shopping location and hosts a variety of signature events throughout the year, including Sidewalk Sales, the Annual Crafts & Fine Art Festival, Girls Night Out, Fall Festival, Small Business Saturday Weekend, Candlelight Shopping throughout the holidays, and many others. In 2020, Haddonfield was named the ‘Top Town’ in both the South Jersey region and Camden County by South Jersey Magazine; and was also named among the top ‘10Best Small Town Cultural Scenes’ in the U.S. by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Awards. In 2019 and 2018, Downtown Haddonfield was named the ‘Most Charming Small-Town in New Jersey’ by Reader’s Digest, and one of the top ‘Best Historic Small Towns’ by USA Today. In 2015, Movoto.com recognized the Borough of Haddonfield as one of the 10 Best Philadelphia Suburbs in which to live; South Jersey Magazine named Downtown Haddonfield's signature shops and restaurants among 2015 'Best of the Best'; New Jersey Monthly Magazine named Downtown Haddonfield as one of the 'Top Downtowns'; additionally, Philly Voice named Downtown Haddonfield as one of South Jersey's Top Towns for Philadelphia Commuters, Best Main Streets You Must Visit and Top South Jersey Destination for Shopping. For more information about Haddonfield, visit www.haddonfieldnj.org or call 856-216-7253.

News release provided by Partnership for Haddonfield