Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus has announced six new retail, dining, and entertainment additions, with openings scheduled from October through early December 2026. The new businesses include a New Jersey bakery, an escape room attraction, and several national retailers, expanding the mall’s offerings ahead of the holiday shopping season.
The announcement, issued October 15, follows a series of openings earlier this year, including Blue Bottle Coffee, Edikted, and DIGISO.
What’s New and What’s Coming to Garden State Plaza
All six businesses are located on Level 2 of the shopping center.
- MINISO — Opened October 3. The international lifestyle retailer offers gifts, toys, accessories, household items, and other merchandise. Located near E.A.K. Ramen.
- ThirdLove — Announced for late October. The women’s intimates brand offers bras, underwear, activewear, sleepwear, and personalized fitting services. Located near Neiman Marcus. The mall continues to list the store as coming soon.
- Liv Breads — Opening in early November. Founded in Millburn, New Jersey, in 2018, the artisan bakery and coffee bar is known for sourdough breads, pastries, cookies, sandwiches, and seasonal specialties. Its new location will be near Kura Sushi.
- Escapology — Opening in mid-November. The escape room attraction will offer private, themed games in which participants work together to solve puzzles and complete missions. A holiday-themed experience is also planned. Located near AMC Theatres.
- Paul Fredrick — Expected to open in late November. The menswear retailer specializes in dress shirts, tailored clothing, and casual apparel. Located near H&M.
- Levi’s — Opening in early December. The denim and casual clothing brand will open a full-service store near Macy’s.
Continued Growth at Garden State Plaza
According to Westfield Garden State Plaza, the shopping center expects to have welcomed more than 15 new stores during 2026, including established national brands and New Jersey-based businesses.
“There’s a real energy at Westfield Garden State Plaza right now, and these new openings add even more reasons for people to visit,” said Sue Newsom, vice president of shopping center management.
The latest additions continue the mall’s expansion of its retail, dining, and entertainment offerings, with several openings scheduled in time for the holiday shopping season.
For updated store information and opening announcements, visit the Westfield Garden State Plaza website.
