First Watch and Shake Shack will occupy a new pad site at Brick Commons at 744 Route 70 West in Brick Township. — Rendering courtesy: Urban Edge Properties
By Joshua Burd
Urban Edge Properties is bringing new dining options to a Brick Township shopping center after signing leases with First Watch and Shake Shack.
The company on Monday said the restaurants will occupy a new pad site at Brick Commons, a 278,145-square-foot property at 744 Route 70 West. Both are slated to open in 2024 in a complex that is anchored by ShopRite and Kohl’s, with other tenants including Marshalls, Old Navy, Sephora and a mix of small shops including fast casual restaurants, personal care and fitness.
The real estate investment trust did not disclose the size of the leases.
“Brick Commons is a highly trafficked destination with fantastic proximity to the Jersey Shore’s beach destinations,” said Justin Lustig, vice president of leasing for Urban Edge. “This new pad site faces Route 70 and creates a desirable spot for both of these restaurants and even more compelling reasons for our guests to visit, stay and shop.”
In announcing the deals, Urban Edge noted that First Watch offers a menu of brunch favorites and seasonal specialties. Shake Shack, meantime, is home to one of the country’s most popular burger concepts.
“Ever since we opened the doors to our first New Jersey restaurant in Union four years ago, First Watch has seen just how responsive customers are to our fresh take on breakfast, brunch and lunch, so we cannot wait to bring that experience to more of our neighbors in Brick in the coming year,” said Robert Botelho, vice president of operations at First Watch.
