First Watch

$$ • Breakfast, Cafe, American

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About First Watch

First Watch, a farm-to-table restaurant in Montvale, NJ, offers a great brunch and lunch experience. The food is good, with quick service, but the tableside attention could be improved. With the summer menu available, options like the blueberry cornbread with lemon butter have received positive feedback. Vegetarian and dietary-restricted options are available, and the restaurant is kid-friendly with ample parking. Customers appreciate the accommodating staff, who provide friendly service. However, some have experienced longer wait times and inconsistent cleanliness. Overall, First Watch is a place where fresh and homemade meals are enjoyed by many. The restaurant has received positive reviews for its servers, who are praised for their friendly demeanor, attentive service, and ability to make the dining experience enjoyable.

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First Watch Reviews

4.2
330 ratings
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65%
4
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Food
4.5
Atmosphere
4.5
Service
4.4

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I work in Montvale, NJ and I hear wonderful things about this place. During my lunch hour, I placed an order over the phone and spoke with Emily who was attentive, accommodating and was able to get my custom order perfect. Upon picking up, ammon greeted me quickly and confirmed my order right away. The vegetarian sandwich was amazing and Emily suggested I add the roasted peppers in lieu of the cromini mushrooms. It was amazing and I will be ordering from here again.
First Watch is where we recently grabbed some delicious salads to-go, and let us tell you, delish! We can't wait to come back and indulge in their famous brunch - we hear it's to die for! The atmosphere inside seemed so fun as well!
The breakfast fare is fantastic. My wife and I drive 40+ miles to treat ourselves to a ‘breakfast out’ every couple of months and have never been disappointed.

It is the staff, though, that makes the hour-plus drive worth it. They are outstanding. This morning’s visit began with the warmest of greetings at the door from Nicole! So cheerful and uplifting. And for the second time in the past 8 months our server today was Emily! She made our morning so enjoyable and...read full review

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Hours

Monday 7AM - 2:30PM
Tuesday 7AM - 2:30PM
Wednesday 7AM - 2:30PM
Thursday 7AM - 2:30PM
Friday 7AM - 2:30PM
Saturday 7AM - 2:30PM
Sunday 7AM - 2:30PM
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