F1RST Restaurant

112 Lincoln Ave, Hawthorne
(973) 830-2119

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Lee Cohen

Exquisite restaurant and dining experience. Definitely go for special occasions!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Laurie B

We went for the first time for Valentines Day tonight and had such an amazing meal and such a great time. Chef Adam and his mom Hedy are a delight! Will definitely be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Neil

Valentine's Day was great. Staff, waiters and everyone including the entrance. Very nice and friendly.

Joe

Valentine's Day dinner at F1irst Restaurant I took my girlfriend and spouse of 45 years to F1irst. Great decision! We both enjoyed a world class dinner worthy of Kings and Queens! We started on the perfect foot with a pesto with an amazing roll. The plot thickens. We both loved our appetizer, entree, and dessert choices. It was the first time I had the octopus. I was not disappointed. This appetizer was a meal in itself and the intense complex flavors was a precursor to things to come. The scallop entree blew me away. While I thought I was consuming tiny lentils as an accompaniment to this entree, as it turned out it was RED RICE! Incredible flavor! We topped off with the Chocolate Caramel Bread Pudding dessert. Incredible! Unfortunately, I can't share with this audience if I got lucky, when we arrived home! Chef Adam Weiss is a tour de force! Shout out to the beautiful hostess Heda ( Adam's mom). She made me and my wife feel at home.

edward G A

“The flavors in each dish were perfectly balanced, and the ingredients tasted incredibly fresh

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cathy Gilio

We have dined at most restaurants in the area, and this is the best meal we have had in quite a while.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jennifer

First time at First and will definitely return. Everything was top rate- delicious food and great service.

Frank

The hostess was so attentive and friendly, she went out of her way to make sure everything was perfect. The food was amazing and it was one of the best pork chops I have had in years. I am looking forward to returning in the near future.

Tom

Heddy is the best, most glamorous hostess ever! Our waitress Linda was knowledgeable and professional. The pork chop and short rib special were amazingly delicious. We also appreciated that they tell you the price of the specials, so it's not a mystery when you get the bill. First is first on our list!

Kaitlyn Saar

Everything about this place is incredible! The atmosphere is modern, the staff is all very warm, and the food is some of the best I’ve ever had. We were more and more impressed throughout the whole meal. This restaurant is truly a gem and a must try!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mark McGraw

Very nice small restaurant for fine dining. Staff were very courteous knowledgable and accommodating. The white bean soup and beef short rib special were both extremely delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jacqué Vogel

Fantastic, Fantastic food everytime we dine here! I love it. The staff is always friendly and professional. The ambience can be muted or lively. This is an amazing place to eat either alone or with friends/ family.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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