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3.9 (54 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Tommy H.

Wife and I visited the Montvale location and was excited that there is now one in Paramus. We came here for breakfast and the food was delicious. Our waitress was very helpful and friendly. We will definitely come here more often for our breakfast stops.

Inside of my veggie chicken sandwich. Yum
Debbie S.

Good! Enjoyed my chicken veggie sandwich in gluten free toast with pesto sauce. Yum. Loved the homefries (good with strawberry preserves for some salty and sweet!) and fresh mesclun salad greens. I wish they had more gluten free options like for pancakes, waffles, or french toast, but the food was fresh and delicious! Our server was very nice too.

Grits with cheese
Bianca D.

On a grits mission -- and they did not disappoint. The grits were delicious, but be prepared for the butter and/or cheese (definitely indulgent). Quick disclaimer: First Watch Benedicts are served on one long piece of bread, with a knife provided so you can cut and portion it yourself. I ordered the Eggs Benedict with salmon flavorful, and satisfying. It was very busy, but the staff was attentive and kept the coffee coming. A solid, comforting brunch spot.

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Jeff M.

First Watch 1 Bergen Town Center Paramus, NJ 07652 Coffee Double Bacon Parmesan Hash This breakfast & brunch chain restaurant recently opened within the complex of the Bergen Town Center mall. It is not located inside the mall, but in the lower level parking lot next to Home Goods. I knew this location was going to be on the money because there was an hour wait when my girlfriend and I checked in. To entertain yourself while you wait, window in the surrounding stores until you receive a text message alerting you that your table is ready. When we were seated, I was impressed already. The chairs are comfortable and they automatically provided all three utensils; most places only provide a fork and knife and I always have to request a spoon. These are a couple of the menu items I explored: Coffee: I usually never order coffee whenever I dine out because I am not a fan of milk or half & half. First Watch provides vanilla and hazelnut coffee creamers. As a bonus, the coffee is served in a refillable carafe ( similar to IHOP); if it is empty, the server will gladly refill it. Double Bacon Parmesan Hash: This was a unique, but phenomenal breakfast plate. I knew this signature item was going to be a winner when I saw the sidewalk billboard poster. It was topped with a vegetable medley, over easy eggs, bacon and smothered in Alfredo sauce. The plate was very filling and I didn't feel bloated afterwards. If you decide to dine here, I highly recommend arriving in the morning or early afternoon because they close every day at 2:30 PM. #firstwarch #firstwatchparamus #coffee #frenchvsnillacreamer #hazelnutcreamer #doublebaconparmesanhash

Holiday Menu 2025
Bea R.

First Watch puts the GOOD in MORNING. It's a brunch restaurant franchise that specializes in serving fresh, high-quality, made-from-scratch, and locally sourced meals. There's a heavy emphasis on farm-to-table philosophy. The menu focuses exclusively on popular breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes like pancakes, waffles, omelettes, biscuits, power bowls, salads, sandwiches, fresh juices, etc. Prices are slightly higher compared to other brunch chains and diners, but you're paying more for higher quality ingredients. This is an ideal spot for those who are more health conscious. The Paramus location recently opened two months ago and it's already becoming a hotspot in the area! Parking can be a bit of a pain since it shares a large lot with other stores within the busy and bustling Bergen Town Center. We came in as a group of 9 on a Monday afternoon and were seated immediately. They're very busy on the weekends, so there will be wait times. They don't take reservations, but you can join the waitlist online. The interior is modern and casual with bright, natural lighting. The decor is simple with some antique and rustic touches. There are tables and booths for small and large groups. I ordered... *Cold Brew Coffee $4.59 - Not very good :( It was watery and practically flavorless. *Chickichanga with side of potatoes $14.49 (includes whipped cage-free eggs with spicy, all-natural chicken breast, chorizo, green chiles, cheddar and monterey jack cheese, onions, and avocado rolled in a flour tortilla topped with veracruz sauce and sour cream) - I really enjoyed this! The flour tortilla was hot and deep-fried to a nice crisp. The fillings and sauces were savory and hearty with the right balance of spice and tang. The melted cheeses were so creamy, making it a perfect comfort dish. The potatoes were fresh and well seasoned. *Cheesecake Holey Nutella Donuts $6.49 (mini donuts with whipped cheesecake filling topped with cinnamon sugar, nutella, spiced gingerbread cookie crumbles & glazed strawberries) - This is a good dessert option to share with a group. The donuts are small, but dense. The dough is cakey and fluffy. The cinnamon sugar and nutella drizzle will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth! The rest of my group ordered salads, carne asada breakfast tacos, waffles, eggs, bacon, and biscuits & gravy. Everyone was happy with the portion sizes, quality, and flavors of their food. We also shared two pots of freshly brewed, bold coffee. No complaints on the service. We were a large group and our server was friendly and efficient. Our food came out within a reasonable amount of time. Overall, this was a satisfying experience! Prices are reasonable, food is fresh & flavorful, and service is friendly. I don't have much to complain about. I'm glad First Watch is in the neighborhood and I would definitely recommend trying them out for your next brunch!

Nehal A.

This new brunch spot is located on the Route 4 side of parking lot in BTC. Modern cozy dining space with lots of seats available. We went there on Sunday noon time and surprisingly it wasn't packed. We got a table right away. The menu has lots of brunch style dishes, combos of half sandwich, green and soups and a variety of drinks. I loved the purple haze, it was citrusy but little sweet at the same time. I ordered the carne asada breakfast tacos from the holiday menu. It came with three soft tacos filled with eggs, beef cubes, pickled onion, avocado, pica de gallo, and the valentina hot sauce. All the ingredients together tasted delicious. It was a good portion for lunch. I was able to switch the beans with greens as well. The staff and our server all were very friendly. All the drinks and dishes came out within short time. Overall our whole family had a good brunch experience. We will be visiting here more often now since it's so close to our home.

Wei H.

First Watch newly opened at BTC Paramus. The diner restaurant is originally from CA. I like it very much. Clean and modern design inside. Enough space for customers between tables. I can see it will be very busy during weekend brunch hours. Big menu for breakfast items, sandwiches, sweets and for kids. I had the traditional breakfast with salad. Eggs are soft. Apple Chicken patty is quite unique flavor. Waffle is fluffy. Overall a great addition to BTC at Paramus. I will definitely come back again.

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Hank C.

New spot by the Bergen Mall, located where the tire shop used to be. They have a few specials, the million dollar bacon is good with honey and the pepper I could've done without. The million dollar potatoes is the same thing as seasoned potatoes with the million dollar bacon crushed, and some sour cream, I didn't like that nearly as much. The salmon eggs Benedict was okay, it lacks moisture in the muffin/biscuit and the salmon was a bit bland. The seasoned potatoes, however are a nice touch on most dishes. Not a bad brunch place. Sarina a helpful and friendly staffer.

George M.

Came here for Valentine's Day weekend fully expecting chaos, and yes, it was packed. Luckily I checked in through the app, which made everything smooth. We were seated right when the app notified us. The restaurant was clean, bright, and well organized. Our first server, Samantha, was incredible. Polite, sweet, accommodating, and very patient since it was our first time at this location and the menu is pretty big. She joked around with us and made brunch genuinely fun. I started with the seasonal Pineapple Express drink. Pineapple, orange, coconut water, lime, agave, and a mint crystal rim. It tasted fresh, not syrupy, and super refreshing. Food wise, we ordered the Traditional Breakfast with bacon, fresh seasoned potatoes, and a biscuit. The biscuit was a little cold the first day, but everything else was great. I also got the limited time B.E.C. which was outstanding. Hardwood smoked bacon, folded eggs, aged cheddar, sweet peppers, arugula, Calabrian chili aioli, roasted garlic aioli on griddled sourdough. Buttery, slightly spicy, creamy, and packed with flavor. I added Bob's Red Mill cheesy grits and the blueberry lemon cornbread. The cornbread with whipped lemon butter was a sleeper hit. The potatoes were excellent, well seasoned but not overly salty. The bacon had that perfect edge crisp with great flavor. This location was so good we came back the next day. Same Traditional Breakfast, and this time the biscuit was warmer and the potatoes came in a full bowl. I switched it up and ordered the Bacado Omelet with bacon, avocado, Monterey Jack, pico, greens, and toast, plus cheesy grits again. The grits were even cheesier and creamier this time. I added sparkling water and a Belgian waffle for good measure. Everything was excellent. Great portions and fair pricing. Shoutout to our second server Ariday. Friendly, sweet, and very helpful. I also took home the limited Chimichurri Steak and Eggs Hash. Great portion, tender steak, and good flavors overall, but it was very salty which took away from it. Overall, great food and great service. Definitely recommend. We are already planning to come back to try the multigrain pancake, French toast, barbacoa chilaquiles bowl, chile chorizo omelet, holey donuts, million dollar potatoes, elevated egg sandwich, farmhouse hash, BLTE, and the Purple Haze.

Breakfast tacos
Mark C.

My wife and I were doing some Saturday shopping and wandered into First Watch for a cozy brunch. Beware, there's usually a line -- yes, this place is that good. We opted for the window counter and skipped the line which was a 50 minute wait. Even so, our server was great and foos came out hot. The menu is varied with a slightly Latin slant on most dishes. I ordered the breakfast tacos and my wife had the elevated egg sandwich, both were excellent. It's so nice to have a good breakfast place open in the Bergen Town Center. We'll be back!

Double bacon parmesean hash
Matt B.

Breakfast/lunch spot with an updated diner-look. The servers were friendly and the atmosphere felt clean/good wake-me-up. Let them know if you want coffee or not, the will give you a jug/pitcher and charge (free refills). The coffee tasted like a okay-decent medium-roast and the "double bacon parmesean hash" was a solid, good meal for the start of the morning. They were able to get my over-medium eggs right. One thing to note, especially going with my friend whos an avid gym-goer, he was able to count his macros and calories better then other spots as he stated so thats a plus. I'd consider coming back again if I'm around the area for breakfast.

Wall sign & booths for farm style atmosphere
Nathan H.

If you haven't been to a First Watch, the farm style theme is typical and the food selections match the theme. The food is consistent with most First Watch restaurants, and this was my experience here as well. The service was a little lax, but I was the first customer in for the morning. Overall, everything was pretty good.

Mugs
Dasle K.

Loved our first meal at First Watch! We've been waiting for it to open and finally got to try it out during opening week. Thank you for the free coffee and mugs! The inside is bright and open. If you get here before 8ish it's much less busy and you'll get fast service. For a restaurant that just opened, they were phenomenal. The food was on point and the service was above and beyond. I ate here with my toddler and it was super kid-friendly. Amazing addition to the neighborhood!

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Excellent food and service highly recommend . I had BEC it was great big sandwich great ingredients . I would go and try it out .

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Delicious and love the selection great location clean and friendly service. Will definitely be back

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