The Tortilla Press
The Tortilla Press is a Mexican influenced restaurant that is located in Collingswood, which is just a little over six miles from Maple Shade. The restaurant's menu is full of food familiar to American cuisine, yet it is seasoned and cooked with Mexican herbs and sauces. The Tortilla Press is also a participant in green dining, as it uses biodegradable take-out containers instead of Styrofoam ones, serves fair trade organic coffee and offers vegan and vegetarian menus. One of the most popular items on the menu is the family-sized 5 lb. burrito that is full of cheese, meat, beans, rice and toppings. Children can also get creative with their burritos and build their own by choosing meat and fillings along with a side. Other menu items include rainbow shrimp, mang BBQ salmon, chile rellenos and a sweet potato burrito. For a sweet starter, you can also order guacamole that is made to order. The Tortilla Press is open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner. On the weekends, brunch is also available.
The Tortilla Press
703 Haddon Ave.
Collingswood, NJ 08108
(856) 869-3345
thetortillapress.com
The Mexican Post
The Mexican Post in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been serving its customers for more than 20 years. It is located just a little over 11 miles from Maple Shade. All of the dishes from the menu are served with complimentary chips and salsa. Happy hour is always Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the cantina. The most popular drink is the gran gold margarita, which is served in six different flavors, along with specialty cocktails, sangria, wine and beer. House specials include salmon vallarta, veggie fajitas and arroz con pollo. American favorites that are served off the menu are pollo locco, a veggie sandwich and smokehouse burger. Every Wednesday is ladies night. The Mexican Post is open daily for lunch, dinner and drinks.
The Mexican Post
104 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19115
(215) 923-5233
mexicanpost.com
Jose Pistola's
Joe Pistola's is a casual Mexican restaurant located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 13 miles from Maple Shade. The restaurant is known for its large international beer selection. There is a bar downstairs that has been described as intimate and cozy with high-definition televisions for sport fans to watch their favorite programs. Upon arrival at Joe Pistola's, you can order from the starter menu and choose vegan chili, guacamole, salsa and chips or an organic house salad. Burrito choices include sunrise burrito, portabellorrito and a chicken or beef burrito. There is also a variety of seafood tacos or tofu tacos. Jose Pistola's is open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. It is closed on Sundays.
Jose Pistola's
263 South 15th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19115
(215) 545-4102
josepistolas.com