I probably have that conversation at least once a week with someone. Why you would not want to go share a meal at this great little (yes, it is little) place is beyond me. Maple Ave is one of our favorites in this house and we recommend it to everyone.
Why? Well, for one thing, the food is really, really good. And not just good tasting. They pride themselves in a menu that features primarily locally grown, organic ingredients. So local in fact, that many of the tomatoes they use, are grown right on the room of the restaurant. How is that for local? They will tell you where the meat came from and where the cheese was made. I LOVE that!
Another reason we love them is for the special events they have. They do Chef's Demonstrations where Chef Tim (The Main Man around the place.) and his team will prepare a fabulous meal right in front of you and tell you how you can take some of the tips home to try.
They also host a local, neighborhood herb exchange every other week. Have some extra parsley but need some basil? No problem, come and see if you can get it here, for FREE. If you are lucky you might pick up a fig tree.
MAX - MAX stands for Maple Avenue Express. Their food truck that makes the rounds in Tyson's Corner two to three days a week. They bring their great, quality food straight to the working people. It isn't fast food, but it is much better than what you are going to get at TGIFriday's for lunch. They sell out of many of the favorite's every time so make sure you get their early if you have a taste for one of their specialties.
I could go on, but the best thing you can do is check it out for yourself. Be sure to make a reservation. It is a small place but you won't be disappointed. Let Joey and Tim know I sent you, and enjoy!
You can find Maple Ave in all the usual places. Make sure to follow them on Facebook or Twitter so you can get updates on restaurant events and MAX locations.
MAR on FACEBOOK
MAR on TWITTER
Their Main website
Their Story
The Chef himself.
Now don't get the idea that Tim does this all on his own. Joey Hernandez, the General Manager at the restaurant works her tail off. She is the one that goes out with MAX, arranges all the community events and makes sure the place runs smoothly. I don't have a picture of her yet, but I will catch her with my lens soon.
Here is MAX. If you see this truck, make sure you stop and pick up a Bar-B-Que pulled pork sandwich or Shrimp Po Boy or some Boba Tea. (And don't forget the Chocolate Dumplings!)
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