Welcome to First Watch Union
At First Watch Union, breakfast is elevated to an art form, where every dish tells a story of fresh ingredients and thoughtful preparation. Located in Union, NJ, this café specializes in classic American brunch favorites and health-conscious options alike. Whether indulging in the rich Million Dollar Bacon or savoring the Avocado Toast topped with perfectly basted eggs, guests experience a delightful fusion of flavors. The ambience is warm and welcoming, perfect for gatherings or a quiet morning meal. With seasonal menus that surprise and delight, First Watch Union is more than just a café; it's a destination for food lovers seeking wholesome and delicious breakfast fare.
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1235 W Chestnut St # A, Union, NJ 07083 Hotline: (908) 768-3447
Welcome to First Watch Union, your go-to café nestled in the heart of Union, NJ. Located at 1235 W Chestnut St # A, this charming breakfast and brunch spot offers an enticing menu that celebrates classic American flavors with a modern twist. With a commitment to fresh ingredients and wholesome dishes, First Watch is more than just a place to grab a meal; it's a culinary experience waiting to unfold.
As you step into First Watch Union, you will be greeted with a warm atmosphere comprising tables, booths, and a communal farmhouse table, creating a welcoming environment for family gatherings or quiet mornings spent with a good book. The friendly staff ensures you feel right at home as they guide you through their seasonal offerings.
- Seasonal Sensations: One highlight this spring is the Million Dollar Bacon—four decadent slices of hardwood smoked bacon, glazed with brown sugar, black pepper, and cayenne, drizzled with maple syrup for that perfect balance of sweet and savory, all for just $6.95.
- French Toast Delight: A crowd favorite, the Wild Berry Lavender French Toast is a stunning sight to behold, featuring thick-cut custard-dipped challah bread topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, lavender whipped cream, and spiced gingerbread cookie crumbles. This dish is truly a feast for both the eyes and the palate at $16.81.
- Healthy Choices: For those keeping a close eye on their diet, the AM Superfoods Bowl offers a delightful combination of coconut milk chia seed pudding, fresh fruits, and housemade granola, perfect for a nutritious start to your day at $15.65.
The menu caters to all tastes and preferences, ensuring that everyone can find a dish that suits their cravings. Customer reviews highlight not only the unique and delicious food offerings but also the accommodating and friendly service. Many patrons have raved about the Farmhouse Hash and the delightful selection of fresh juices, making it hard to choose just one dish to savor!
Though the service may occasionally feel a bit sluggish during peak hours, the quality of the food and the inviting atmosphere more than compensate for it. Whether you’re visiting for a business breakfast, a family brunch, or simply a midday pick-me-up, First Watch Union promises to deliver a memorable dining experience that will keep you coming back for more. Dive into a delicious meal and treat yourself to an array of delightful flavors that perfectly capture the essence of breakfast and brunch.
For anyone seeking a taste of brunch heaven, I urge you to explore First Watch Union—your taste buds will thank you!
Tables, booths, and a large farmhouse table are in here. You are greeted at the door and taken to your seat. It was pretty empty so we got really quick service. I ordered a coffee and my wife ordered a tea. They brought personal sized carafes of coffee and hot water to the table. It holds enough liquid for about 3 cups. Their food was good. I suggest visiting when you get a chance.
Absolutely loved the unique yet delicious food offerings. Went here for brunch and was not disappointed! The hosts are very accommodating and friendly. I ordered the ricotta lemon pancakes with all the toppings of their French toast special and they had no issues doing the alteration. The portion was big although a two stack and it was moist and good. The million dollar bacon as a shareable side was so good some folks in our group opted to get their own order. It's sweet and yet savory. Ambiance good, busy, no complaints.
Second time I've been to First Watch in Union and I loved it both times! Food and juices are delicious. I'm obsessed with the Purple Haze because I love lavender drinks so I've gotten it both times. My gf tried a raspberry holiday drink and loved it but unfortunately it's been removed. We've tried the french toast, waffle, and pancakes and they're all delicious. My favorite is probably the waffle. Eggs are also good and cooked just as we've asked each time. We really liked the Farmhouse Hash too. We had it with over medium egg and the flavors were great. Big fan of the homefries too. Packed with flavor and nice portion size. You can't beat the prices either. I'd say the downside is the service can be a bit slow/off but I can tell they're trying their best. They get packed! Be sure to add yourself on the waiting list on their site before coming.
Pretty good. Ordered the candied maple bacon, Tonic Juice and Iced coffee to start. My husband got some kind of scramble and I got the Chorizo Quesadilla that was on Summer special, but subbed chicken instead of chorizo. Quesadilla was good except the cheese wasn't melted and was still stringed inside and all the egg and chicken was in the middle two pieces, while the sides were nothing but uncooked shredded cheese. Definitely wish they cooked it a tad longer, but otherwise, everything was great. Server was very nice and attentive.
As someone who travels a lot for work, I've been to several different first watch restaurants. When it comes to breakfast, the menu offers a nice selection & variety. The ambience of the restaurant is open large seating area. They have booth, tables, as well as a high top table. I knocked the star off because I felt Our young female server (never got a name) was a little on the snappy side. She was more than literal in any question that we would ask regarding the food. Example- we saw they had a new item million dollar potatoes we asked what was her thoughts on it. "it's potatoes million dollar bacon and white sauce" Then I asked about the superfood bowl "coconut pudding with fruit" Those things that I can read off the menu myself. We were asking for her personal take on any of the food, and she just reiterated with the menu said in a very smart way. Felt as tho she didn't care for the food. Overall the food itself met all of our expectations My personal favorite is the kale tonic. I would highly recommend that beverage