Headline: From Sicklerville to Washington Twp.: Corrado’s Pizza Lands in the Edge Fitness Plaza — a New Stop for I‑295 Commuters and Local Families
Category: News — Washington Township
If you’ve been driving the Route 42/I‑295 corridor and wishing for more hometown pizza options between exits, Corrado’s Pizza just answered the call. The family-run pizzeria that has been a Sicklerville staple for nearly four decades is opening a second location in Washington Township’s Edge Fitness plaza, bringing a familiar slice to a growing retail strip that serves gym members, commuters, and nearby neighborhoods.
Why this matters locally
Corrado’s is not a national chain — it’s the kind of neighborhood place people recommend by name. Yelp reviews for the Sicklerville spot highlight loyal regulars who return for the crust, sauce and quick, friendly service. Moving into Washington Township puts that neighborhood brand into a busy, mixed-use plaza next to an established fitness club, making it convenient for people who live off the I‑295/Route 42 corridor to stop for takeout after work or grab a pie after a workout.
For local residents and businesses near the plaza, Corrado’s arrival is a small but meaningful sign of continued commercial life in a part of the township that sees steady traffic from I‑295 drivers, school runs and evening diners. Plazas like this live and die on cross-traffic — gym members, nearby office workers, and shoppers from the surrounding subdivisions all help support restaurants. A neighborhood pizzeria can act as a foot-traffic anchor, providing predictable evening business that benefits neighboring retailers.
Where it sits in the local map
The new shop is located in the retail cluster anchored by Edge Fitness, a footprint that’s easy to spot on maps of Washington Township and sits within easy driving distance of communities along the I‑295/Route 42 corridors. For commuters traveling these routes — whether heading north to Camden and Philadelphia connections or south toward the Delaware Memorial Bridge — the location is convenient for pickup orders and family dinner runs. Google Maps places this plaza in the western side of Washington Township (Gloucester County), close enough to major arteries that a stop here is practical for a lot of daily drivers.
Economic and development context
Washington Township has seen steady retail and service development in recent years, especially along commercial corridors feeding off Route 42 and I‑295. Local news outlets like NJ.com and Patch have chronicled how these corridors remain attractive to both regional chains and local entrepreneurs because of their traffic counts and the dense residential neighborhoods nearby. A business like Corrado’s fits a recognizable pattern: an established local brand expands within its service area to capture more of the everyday dining market, rather than chasing singular destination traffic.
That’s relevant for planners and residents watching how their town evolves. Small expansions like this add jobs — often entry-level and part-time positions for students and local residents — and they increase daytime and evening activity that can help other small businesses in the strip. They also affect municipal services: deliveries, trash pickup, and parking demand need minor adjustments as the retail mix changes.
Community reaction and what to expect
People who know Corrado’s from Sicklerville are likely to welcome this move. On review sites, patrons often praise consistency — something that bodes well when a brand opens a second location. Neighbors around the plaza should expect an uptick in takeout and delivery traffic, particularly after gym hours and on weekends. For those driving I‑295, the new location is an accessible option for picking up dinner without diverting far from the highway.
What we don’t yet know
The exact opening date and the range of menu items that will be available at the Washington Township location — whether it will match the full menu from Sicklerville or launch with a scaled-down offering — haven’t been confirmed publicly. We’re watching for details about hiring, formal ribbon-cutting plans, and any introductory specials.
Keep an eye on 295Times
This is the kind of local business move that quietly reshapes everyday routines — a new spot for a family dinner, a pit stop for commuters, and another piece of the township’s retail picture. We’ll update the story with a confirmed opening date, hours, and any special programming the owners might roll out. If you’ve shopped, worked out, or lived near the Edge Fitness plaza and have a firsthand take, send us your photo or comment — that local perspective helps readers along the I‑295 exits know what’s changing where they live and drive.
Sources & context: reporting from local business posts and community review sites (Sicklerville Corrado’s has long-standing positive reviews on Yelp), Google Maps for plaza location/context, and regional coverage trends from NJ.com and Patch on retail development along the Route 42/I‑295 corridors. If you want, I can pull up the exact plaza address and driving directions relative to specific I‑295 exits in a follow-up.
