Headline: Jersey Kebab’s Collingswood Soft Opening Brings Breakfast Promise to Haddon Ave — A Small Win for Drivers and Neighbors off I‑295
By Ari Williams — 295Times
Jersey Kebab quietly opened its doors this week in Collingswood, setting up shop on Haddon Avenue at Washington Avenue — right in the heart of the borough’s walkable dining strip. Right now the team is in classic soft‑opening mode, serving the original menu they’re known for. Within a week or two they plan to roll out a much bigger offering, including new plates and a full breakfast menu that could change morning routines for local commuters and folks coming off I‑295.
Where it sits and why it matters
The new Jersey Kebab location is a short walk from Collingswood’s downtown core and is easily found on Google Maps as part of the Haddon Avenue commercial corridor. That stretch has long been the borough’s restaurant and small‑business spine — the kind of storefront environment that benefits from both foot traffic and quick car access from nearby roads and highways. For drivers using I‑295 who peel off for a bite or a neighborhood errand, Haddon Avenue is an appealing stop: compact, busy, and full of independent businesses.
Collingswood is in Camden County, but its good restaurants and shops draw customers from neighboring municipalities — including areas along Marlton Pike (Route 70) to the east and south. Marlton Pike remains one of South Jersey’s longer commercial spines, and people traveling between the Marlton Pike corridor and Collingswood often use I‑295 and the local road network to connect. That makes this Jersey Kebab spot more than just another lunch counter; it’s a convenience node for commuters, local employees, and residents from several nearby towns.
What Jersey Kebab brings to the table
The Collingswood outpost is carrying the brand’s original lineup at launch. Management says an expanded menu — with additional entrees and a full breakfast slate — will arrive shortly. Breakfast offerings matter here: Haddon Avenue sees a steady stream of early‑morning foot traffic and commuters who might otherwise skip a sit‑down meal on their way into work. A neighborhood place offering affordable breakfast and grab‑and‑go options can increase morning activity for the whole corridor.
Community reaction and local context
Early visits and check‑ins (you’ll find the location and hours on Google Maps; community sentiment is already showing up on platforms like Yelp) suggest people welcome another eatery that fits Collingswood’s downtown vibe. Local outlets including NJ.com and Patch have repeatedly highlighted Collingswood as a borough that’s bounced back with a lively restaurant scene — new and relocated spots like Jersey Kebab add to that momentum. For neighboring businesses, more reasons for people to linger on Haddon Avenue usually translates to higher cross‑traffic for shops and nearby services.
What to expect driving here from I‑295 or Marlton Pike
If you’re coming from I‑295, a short local drive brings you into Collingswood’s downtown — and that’s precisely why these openings matter for the highway corridor. Drivers looking for a quick breakfast or lunch stop are increasingly choosing local main streets over strip malls. Similarly, residents and visitors who travel the Marlton Pike corridor for work or errands will find Jersey Kebab an easy addition to their list of go‑to stops.
Practical notes
– The shop is operating as a soft open — expect a smaller menu right now and more items, including breakfast, within a week or two.
– Parking in downtown Collingswood is limited at peak times; consider walking if you’re nearby or plan for a short curbside drop‑off.
– Keep an eye on Yelp and Google Maps for the newest hours, menu updates, and early customer photos and reviews.
Why this matters for your town and exit
Small restaurant openings are more than food service news. They’re signals: investment in storefronts, confidence in the local market, and incremental increases in pedestrian and driving traffic that support other businesses. For those of us tracking developments along I‑295, the new Jersey Kebab in Collingswood is a reminder that local economies are stitched together — from Marlton Pike’s commercial arteries to the borough mains like Haddon Avenue. A dependable breakfast or lunch spot can nudge more trips into town, help evening economies grow, and keep neighborhoods vibrant.
If you’re near Exit (I‑295) or traveling down Marlton Pike and want to see what’s new on Haddon Avenue, stop by and say hello — and let us know what you think. We’ll be watching how the expanded menu and breakfast service influence foot traffic and the broader downtown scene.
— Ari Williams, 295Times
Sources and where to follow up
– Location and navigation: Google Maps (search “Jersey Kebab Collingswood” / Haddon Ave & Washington Ave)
– Community reviews and early reactions: Yelp and Google user check‑ins
– Broader reporting on Collingswood dining and local commerce trends: NJ.com, Patch.com (coverage of Collingswood & Camden County economic activity)
