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Family Owned and Operated! FIRST is a contemporary Eclectic New American fine dining restaurant with a focus on seasonal American dishes. FIRST Restaurant is located in Hawthorne, NJ and is owned by award-winning chef Adam Weiss, who is also the executive chef for FIRST Restaurant. We look forward to serving you!
Address and Contact Information
Address: 112 Lincoln Ave, Hawthorne, NJ 07506
Phone: (973) 830-2119
Website: https://www.firstrestaurantnj.com/
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Reviews
Roseann Rostoker
We were a party of 5 this past week. We had 7 different appetizers for the table. The fried calamari and artichokes were delicious. The foie gras was a special and a huge portion. 5 different mains, all delicious. I had the pork chop, my husband that the pasta with bolognese. 4 different desserts were shared. The service was professional and attentive. Chef came from the kitchen to chat for a few moments. The restaurant is lovely and charming, soft music playing. BYOB, our wine was handled professionally.
… moreCarol Louer
Menu is filled with tempting choices and special are really special. Each dish is accompanied by side dishes to enhance the main course. We selected all our dishes from special menu. All desserts are made by the chef and worth a trip just for a sweet treat. Our server Vincent was excellent and the whole serving team worked in tandem. The restaurant has a very vibrant feel. Acoustics could be improved so you can appreciate the wonders of the chef.
… moreMichael Giansanti
Absolutely love F1rst!! I have been here four times in the last few months and have always been delighted with the food and service.
Sometimes it’s an attention to details that
brings a restaurant to the next level. Upon entering you are warmly greeted by the chefs mom, you are then seated at an impeccably arranged table, the waitress which we always seem to get the same one is spot on, then the food! I just cannot say enough!
… moreSometimes it’s an attention to details that
brings a restaurant to the next level. Upon entering you are warmly greeted by the chefs mom, you are then seated at an impeccably arranged table, the waitress which we always seem to get the same one is spot on, then the food! I just cannot say enough!
Theresa Messer
I took a friend out for her birthday. She is a foodie and had been everywhere. I was looking for a restaurant she hadnt tried. Both of us were quite pleased. The food, service and ambiance were excellent. I started with the beet salad and my friend had the caesar salad. Both of us had the short ribs. Mine with whipped cauliflower. Absolutely superb. This was a wonderful experience and I am looking forward to bringing a larger group very soon.
… moreK Miller
The food here is excellent! I love when a chef has seasonal menus. We arrived the first night of their ‘Spring menu” and it was amazing. I had the crab cake appetizer and the scallops for my entree. The favorite thing I tried all night was the fried artichoke and calamari dish – omg a must try! My aunt had the cod for her entree which she loved. The portions are on the bigger side. The hostess, the staff, and Chef were all so friendly and welcoming!
… moreKathy Gay
Amazing restaurant very classy. Our waitress was very informative about the entrees and the appetizers. Everything we had was incredible from the scallops to the pork chop and the homemade desserts were to die for!! I highly recommend this restaurant!!
… moreLEONID GUREVICH
TOP NOTCH! “First” is a true fine dining in Hawthorne. Elegant and friendly, not a dash of pretentiousness. The Chef is a true Artist with a strong vision: Food there is delicious, inspiring, made with the utmost respect to the craft and to the guests. We’ve been there few times, always looking forward to go back.
Yesterday went there for our anniversary dinner, had Parisienne Gnocchi (see my pic) for appetizer – amazing! For my entre I got Pan Roasted Chicken breast “Marsala”, sautéed with mushrooms, and truffle butter mashed potatoes with spinach (see my pic) – incredible! My spouse got Five Spice Roasted Pekin-G Duck (see the pic) – i tried a piece: OMG! I have never tried a more amazing duck dish!
On top of that, the place is very clean, you get the warmest greetings from the adorable hostess; the entire team is respectful and very warm. Food is sublime, above and beyond any compliments – I can’t repeat that enough.
… moreYesterday went there for our anniversary dinner, had Parisienne Gnocchi (see my pic) for appetizer – amazing! For my entre I got Pan Roasted Chicken breast “Marsala”, sautéed with mushrooms, and truffle butter mashed potatoes with spinach (see my pic) – incredible! My spouse got Five Spice Roasted Pekin-G Duck (see the pic) – i tried a piece: OMG! I have never tried a more amazing duck dish!
On top of that, the place is very clean, you get the warmest greetings from the adorable hostess; the entire team is respectful and very warm. Food is sublime, above and beyond any compliments – I can’t repeat that enough.
Sharon Mault-Weir
Excellence is the best way to describe FIRST.
From the extraordinary and delectable food to the outstanding service and the beautifully appointed dining rooms, it is truly a privilege to dine here.
My husband enjoyed the pork chop entree and I ordered the halibut which was the best I have had.
Thank you Adam for another wonderful night to remember and we are anxiously looking forward to coming back soon.
Sharon Mault-Weir and Bruce Weir
… moreFrom the extraordinary and delectable food to the outstanding service and the beautifully appointed dining rooms, it is truly a privilege to dine here.
My husband enjoyed the pork chop entree and I ordered the halibut which was the best I have had.
Thank you Adam for another wonderful night to remember and we are anxiously looking forward to coming back soon.
Sharon Mault-Weir and Bruce Weir
Carol Gonzalez
Delicious!
We were there to celebrate our 14 anniversary, and everything was tasteful!
Linda, our waiter was very kind and diligent!
Chef Adam came to greet our table! Very warm atmosphere!
Definitely recommend it!
We had an appetizer, Crispy Brie, a perfect combination of different flavors!
I chose the Grill Gran Reserve Pork chop, and it was so tender!
My husband ordered Pan Roasted Pekin breast. If you like Duck, this dish is a must!
For dessert, we shared montrachet brulee cheesecake!
And on the top of all, BYOB! What else can you ask for!
… moreWe were there to celebrate our 14 anniversary, and everything was tasteful!
Linda, our waiter was very kind and diligent!
Chef Adam came to greet our table! Very warm atmosphere!
Definitely recommend it!
We had an appetizer, Crispy Brie, a perfect combination of different flavors!
I chose the Grill Gran Reserve Pork chop, and it was so tender!
My husband ordered Pan Roasted Pekin breast. If you like Duck, this dish is a must!
For dessert, we shared montrachet brulee cheesecake!
And on the top of all, BYOB! What else can you ask for!
Lisa W
You know how there are some places you go to and say, “I don’t get the reviews. This place is overhyped.”? Well, this isn’t one of them. Have been there several times and have tried different things, and each has been fantastic. Chef Adam really knows what he’s doing when it comes to bringing out the flavor of each dish. Additionally, the atmosphere is lovely, and the staff is fantastic. (Shout out to Hedy who will seat you and Vincent, a phenomenal waiter.) Definitely recommend.
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