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We are all excited here at F1RST for our third anniversary weekend with two diners having the chance to win $100 from our raffle while savoring Chef Adam's summer menu.
Next week, F1RST will close for their annual summer vacation re-opening on Tuesday August 4, 2026. The raffle winners will also be announced then as well.
Reservations can be made online at firstrestaurantnj.com or directly at 973-830-2119.
Thank you all very much for your support.

As the owner of F1RST restaurant, I want to announce that this Saturday night July 25, 2026 will be our third anniversary. For our third anniversary Friday and Saturday nights, everyone will be entered in and two lucky diners will have a chance to win one of two $100 gift cards.

After our Anniversary weekend, we want to announce that F1RST will closed for vacation from Sunday July 26th through Monday August 3rd. We will open back up for dinner on Tuesday August 4th where we will also announce the winners of the special gift card raffle as well.

Reservations can be made via www.firstrestaurantnj.com or by calling directly at 973-830-2119.

Thank you all for dining with us at F1RST.

I would like to announce that we have made the Top 50 Best Restaurants in New Jersey from New Jersey Monthly Magazine just in time for our third anniversary, which is Saturday July 25, 2026. I want to thank everyone on my staff, especially Hedy, the hostess with the "most-ess "
This has been a true blessing and honor and want to thank all the staff from NJ Monthly as well. Thank you all very much and much continued success and happy eating to all the other restaurants on the list as well.

Come on to over and beat the heat with Chef Adam's Plum Tomato Gazpacho with ciabatta croutons. The gazpacho to both visually appealing to the eyes as well as to the appetite. Come on over and make reservations online today and tomorrow at firstrestaurantnj.com or
Via phone at 973-830-2119.

F1RST will be closed for the Fourth of July from Saturday thru Tuesday July 7th. We will re-open on Wednesday July 8th for regular à la carte dinner.

Thank you very much.

Here is the latest summer menu from Chef Adam. Come and enjoy some of these summer delights.
Reservations can be made online at firstrestaurantnj.com or via phone by 973-830-2119.

APPETIZERS
SUMMER PEACH SALAD gf, veg/v opt, nut opt
Bibb lettuce, toasted walnuts, maytag blue cheese, raspberry vinaigrette 17
MARINATED RED BEETS gf opt , veg/v opt
Baby arugula, roasted artichokes, hearts of palm, panko crusted goat cheese, meyer lemon vinaigrette 17
SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN “TOSTADA” veg
Crispy tortilla, black bean puree, quinoa salad, mexican corn , guacamole, pico de gallo, queso fresco, lime tomato vinaigrette 19
ROMAINE “CAESAR” SALAD gf opt
Shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, ciabatta croutons, classic dressing 16
CRISPY CALAMARI & ARTICHOKES
Roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, lime “caesar” aioli 21
SUMMER PARISIENNE GNOCCHI veg opt
Sweet corn, red peppers, zucchini, & tomato ragout, fine herb sauce 19
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND MUSSELS gf opt
Bacon, caramelized shallots, tomato, ciabatta toast, chardonnay garlic broth 20
SPICY TUNA TARTARE gf opt
Guacamole, shallot crème fraiche, sriracha mayo, crispy corn tortillas 25
Gluten free-gf Vegetarian-veg Vegan-v Optional-opt Nut- contains nuts
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illneses, especially if you have certain medical conditions
ENTRÉES
PACCCHERI “BOLOGNESE” nut opt
Cabernet braised beef ragout, fresh ricotta, arugula pesto 30
ROASTED PORTABELLA “PARMIGIANO” veg/gf opt
Wild mushroom duxelle, roasted tomato, fresh mozzarella, herb bread crumbs, zucchini “ribbons,” tomato “vodka” sauce 29
ROASTED GOFFLE CHICKEN BREAST “MARSALA” gf
Wild mushrooms, spinach, truffle whipped potatoes, marsala wine sauce 34
CAJUN SPICED ”SHRIMP & GRITS” gf
Chorizo sausage, mascarpone polenta, spinach, shrimp scampi sauce 38
HERB CRUSTED COD “PICATTA” gf opt
Red rice & spinach, kalamata olives, roasted tomato, lemon caper sauce 40
GRILLED FILET MIGNON “STEAK FRITES” gf opt
Parmigiano-truffle fries, wild mushrooms, baby arugula, foie gras butter, chimichurri sauce 55
GRILLED GRAN RESERVE PORK CHOP gf opt
German bacon-shallot-potato hash, red cabbage slaw, roasted brussel sprouts, whole grain peach mostarda 42
SIDES
ROASTED BRUSSEL SPROUTS 14
PARMIGIANO-TRUFFLE FRIES 13 CREME FRAICHE MASHED 14
Not all gluten free options or optionals are celiac friendly.
Please inform your server of any allergies/dietary restrictions.
Sharing/Splitting Entrees charge $6.00 Cake slicing fee $3.50 per slice for outside cakes.
Parties of 6 or more are subject to a twenty percent gratuity.
Executive Chef/Owner Adam Weiss

DESSERTS
WARMED CHOCOLATE CAKE
Cappuccino ice cream, chocolate crunch, chocolate ganache 14
MONTRACHET “BRULEE” CHEESECAKE gf
Berry compote, whipped cream, balsamic reduction 14
WARMED PEACH MELBA “SHORTCAKE”
Cream cheese streusel pound cake, poached peaches, mascarpone mousse, raspberry coulis, creamsicle ice cream 14
F1RST “MOUNDS BAR” gf
Coconut brittle ice cream, toasted coconut, bittersweet chocolate shell 13
HOUSEMADE ICE CREAM & SORBETS gf
Seasonal inspiring flavors 13
BEVERAGES
FRESHLY BREWED COFFEE 4 SELECTION OF SPECIALTY TEAS 4
SINGLE ESPRESSO 4 DOUBLE ESPRESSO 6
CAPPUCCINO 6

Here is an inspiration from the Chicken Parmesan kid, Chef Adam. This is one of the newest dishes to the menu:

Roasted Portabella "Parmigiano" with the portabella mushroom cap stuffed with chopped mushroom duxelle, oven roasted tomatoes, herb panko bread crumbs, and fresh mozzarella over zucchini "ribbons" and tomato vodka sauce

This is a delightful vegetarian entree to satisfy the childhood Chicken Parmesan kid and adult.
Make reservations online at firstrestaurantnj.com or by phone at 973-830-2119.

Chef is starting to spill the beans about the new exciting summer dinner menu. Here is the black bean tostada layered with crispy blue corn tortillas, Mexican corn salad, rice and quinoa pilaf, pico de gallo, and guacomole finished with cumin tomato vinaigrette and queso blanco cheese. Satisfying for everyone. Let's all shout ole for the upcoming menu.

Hawthorne is busy this weekend! If you're in town for the festivals or the art show, and you're tired of walking, call F1RST and have a relaxing dinner where Chef Adam Weiss is flexing his mussels today. Prince Edward Island Mussels are being served with roasted plum tomatoes, caramelized shallots, smoked bacon in a Chardonnay garlic herb broth.
Reservations can be made online at firstrestaurantnj.com or by phone at 973-830-2119.

Come on down. Hostess Hedy has set up the new floral arrangements and plants with the restaurant crew. Here "May showers bring June flowers"as you enter into this well air-conditioned neighborhood little gem restaurant. Restaurant reservations can be made online at firstrestaurantnj.com or by phone at 973-830-2119. We look forward to serving you all as you beat the heat.