First Watch

4.0 (123 reviews)

ModerateBreakfast & Brunch, Cafes, American

Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Bryan P.

We visited on a Sunday morning during the breakfast rush with a larger group. Despite having some food allergies in our party, the staff was accommodating and handled everything well. The food was as good as always. Even though the location was busy, they seated us quickly. This remains one of our favorite upscale restaurants and locations.

Adriana P.

This is a great breakfast/brunch place. The staff is always personable and helpful. We like their menu, and the food usually comes out quick enough. We have food allergies in our family, and we feel comfortable eating here and have never had a problem eating here. I ordered the Ham and Gruyere melt with the soup of the day which was cheddar broccoli soup. The sandwich was delicious and filling. The Dijonnaise sauce was a nice addition to the sandwich and the soup had great flavor and nice size chunks of broccoli. My oldest had the Tres Leches French toast which is currently a seasonal item that I thought looked amazing and she really enjoyed it. If you have not been here, you should try them out!

Cheryl S.

We have enjoyed previous visits to First Watch restaurants in other areas so held high expectations. Unfortunately, our experience was only average. We were greeted immediately, sat at a table for two, and received our drink order right away. It was nice to have a carafe of coffee and a pitcher of ice water. Off to a good start. We drink decaf, which can be risky if the coffee has been sitting around too long. This coffee was fresh but had an unusual flavor, as if it was a coffee concentrate and not fresh brewed. Each cup was close to $4.00, a bit steep, in our opinion. Our server was friendly and attentive five throughout our meal. Very good service all the way around. A big plus. I was interested in the lemon ricotta pancakes yet also wanted some protein. Our server recommended the Trifecta, which came with meat and egg. Perfect. She said any of the pancake and waffle items could be chosen with the Trifecta. The entree was good, but not wonderful. We were also surprised when paying our bill to be charged an additional $3 per pancake (lemon ricotta cake with two pancakes), totaling close to $20 for the breakfast .... Unexpected, steep and not a great value for the quality of the breakfast. My husband ordered the chickichanga. It sounded great, yet looked odd.... Like a wrap with gravy. It was warm, not hot. It lacked flavor for a Mexican-inspired entree. The seating is ample and the dining room is modern and clean. The open, high ceiling atmosphere is also quite loud as the dining area was full when we were dining at this location. Fine, yet a bit stimulating for our taste. Not sure we would choose to return for another visit with all the great dining choices in the area. The food was only OK and the price point seems high.

Lynn R.

We had a great server today as FW was very busy. We were seated pretty quickly as we got there just after nine. They are offering a few additions for the Holidays right now but I ordered off the traditional menu. I ordered the biscuit with turkey gravy and two eggs and seasonal potatoes. The biscuit was cooked the way I liked it. It was soft and delicious and the gravy had a thick consistency. For me personally, the meal tasted heavy on the salt and pepper and the potatoes had a somewhat spicy different flavor to them. For my palette it's a bit strong but for others it's probably fine. I had plenty of food and next time will get the pancake as it's my favorite place for a pancake.

Jillian S.

TLDR: Healthy, flavorful meals. Ample menu options. Friendly employees. I've been to other First Watch restaurants in the past and am a fan. Our experience at this location was about the same. The restaurant was busy as expected on a Sunday afternoon. We made a reservation online in advance (since we had a larger party) and checked in when we arrived. I appreciate how they allow reservations and let part of the party check in. They prepared a table right away and the rest of our party arrived soon after. I've enjoyed each item I've ordered from First Watch. This visit I ordered the quinoa power bowl. It was surprisingly not filling. It tasted great but I was still hungry afterwards. A side of bread or fruit would have accompanied it well. It can be pricy, however, the meals are usually portioned well and nutritious. First Watch is a great option for a balanced, delicious meal. Our server was welcoming and attentive. The dining area gets loud and our server recognized this and made sure she understood us. Our orders were accurate and arrived in a reasonable amount of time. After the meal we paid at the front counter. Checking in and paying in the same area can lead to the front becoming crowded. Chairs are available and the wait time is short. Overall, First Watch is a good option for a nutritious, flavorful meal!

Elisa A.

This omelette was so good! Service was quick and amazing! Everyone in our table loved our food and the server!!

Christine W.

Seated quickly on a Friday morning! I got the tres leches strawberry French toast. Pretty tasty! Service was good, and the ambiance was open and casual. I always love the quality of food at first watch.

N2 V.

Don't miss this place: I give First Watch Apex five out of five stars! This fun breakfast spot is our go-to place when we are wanting to celebrate a milestone, a holiday, or when we just want to enjoy a tasty and satisfying breakfast or lunch! We can always count on great service with a smile here, along with creative breakfast and lunch offerings, which change with the seasons. They even offer fresh-squeezed juices!

My favorite breakfast spot! The food is delicious and the service is fast. The Floridian French toast is my go to meal. We tried the Holey Donuts which were to die for! I will always recommend this place!

The Trifecta, plus a side of toast and side of bacon

Emma N.

Saturday morning are busy but we were seated pretty quickly. I don't love that coffee is offered seemingly free when it's actually almost $4. We had to flag the waitress down to remember our drinks but again it was a busy Saturday. The food was very tasty however on this particular day they were down to 1 waffle maker so it came later in the meal. Seems like a miss not to have more than 2 waffle makers. I would probably go back again because they do have a constant rotation of seasonal menu items and cocktails. Make sure you are in the mood to relax and not rush when you eat here. They also have a lot of tables in a single room with an open kitchen, which means it will be noisy.

Tammy M.

We stopped by on a Friday morning. Noticed this place had opened and it's closer than the one over off Davis Dr so here we are. Their coffee was delicious (but pricey). Wait staff was friendly and helpful. Not crowded at all this morning. Overall our food was very fresh. The ingredients were top notch. The fruit on my French Toast was delicious. Syrup was served warm as was the side of fruit compote. Hubby went on and on about the ingredients in his omelet. It was a top notch breakfast. You may pay a few dollars more here but the quality of the ingredients makes it worthwhile. Give them a try. Their menu is extensive and you will be able to find something you like.

Market Skillet. The server had his thumb on my bread

Surelyne L.

I've always loved First Watch for the food and the service. I understand the difficulty in finding help and always give businesses grace during these times but our experience at this location left a lot to be desired. We were seated promptly but waited a long time time before anyone would come to the table to acknowledge us to take our drink order. After the host (no server ever approached although several walked around multiple times scanning the dining room and completely overlooked us) took our orders, we had to wait yet again and ask again for our beverages. Drinks finally came out...My hot tea service looked like it was clearly recycled from previous customers. All the teabags were rumpled (thank goodness they were individually sealed) and the lemons were well dried out. They should not have been served. I also observed a server bringing plates out to patrons with his thumb clearly in the food. That was the case with my buttered toast as well when my food finally came out. One of the servers tried juggling too many items for a to-go order and ended up toppling the to-go drink, spilling it right by the entry to the kitchen. No one took care of the spill. It was still there when we left after at least 30 minutes. That was a trip hazard to staff and to customers. Very disappointed in my experience here. While the food overall was good as usual, the service is lacking. Have always had great service at the Cary High House location but clearly staff was not well trained nor were they empowered to look after each others' customers.

Kathy K.

This was the first visit for the hubby and I to First Watch. First impression when I opened the door was this might take a while. But thankfully it was a line checking out and I was the only one waiting for a table. Got seated quickly. The vibe is farm to table meets industrial. It's an open space with booths and tables. We came on a Friday morning at 10:30. I wanted breakfast and the hubby wanted lunch. That worked out well. The menu is quite large. We had the Million $ Bacon as an appetizer. The hubby had half sandwich (Monterey Club) and Squash Soup with a Coke Zero. I had the Million $ Harvest Hash and coffee. The coffee was good and there was a selection of international delight coffee flavorings at the table. Service was fast. Our server was delightful. The food tasted very fresh. Because it was an open area it did get loud at times. Overall good experience and I would definitely come again.

Potatoes were way under cooked, tasted like a soggy apple.

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Gina L.

3 years ago

Great food. Always friendly staff. Food was quick and hot. Shelby was an awesome server. Made sure we had everything we needed including to go drinks. read more

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Nita M.

2 years ago

The food is a hit or miss, they never answer the phone, but the drinks are good. When the food is good it is good!

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Marlese A.

2 years ago

Not a pet friendly restaurant patio as seen online. Person took order after I asked for a menu. Different person delivered food without utensils or a napkin. Never checked on. Different person set the check on the table without asking if my meal was satisfactory. I do not recommend as I will not be returning. read more

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Gary W.

3 years ago

Nice place and our waitress was incredibly sweet, but the food was just average at an above average price for breakfast.

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Ryan J.

3 years ago

The food was very good and the service was good! Waitress was very attentive would definitely eat again

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Kevin C.

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We've been here several times and each time we've had good food and service. They have online reservations which is great because this place is quite popular and seems to always have a crowd. My favorite dish is the Parma skillet hash, which I ordered on this day. The waitress was attentive to coffee refills and other requests, and service has been consistently good on other visits as well. I'll definitely be back. read more

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4 years ago

My dish was awesome. The Apex place is not that crowded like the other areas. Service was awesome. I had a coffee as well and it was ok. Food was definitely delicious. read more

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Omar H.

3 years ago

Our service was great at first watch. My server Virginia was really nice and polite and got our food out fast. The food was also amazing and I definitely will come back. read more

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Ken V.

3 years ago

Excellent! Service was impeccable by Chandler, food was awesome and after leaving had our own private car show with a 69 SS Camaro a 55 Chevy a 64 Nova 2 and a 32 Ford Coupe out in the parking lot. Would definitely recommend this place for breakfast! read more

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Shanika C.

3 years ago

The food was really good, quick,fresh and hot! The ham gruyere and lemon ricotta pancakes were very good. The seasoned potatoes are also good. The toast comes with a preserve that tastes really good. They also have a pomegranate breakfast drink that was phenomenal. Everyone else loved their food too, chorizo omelet, chicken quinoa bowl, and eggs Benedict. I love the way the dining room looks, its open, but also private with just enough room. The service was impeccable. Virginia was the sweetest. She was knowledgeable, attentive and had wonderful energy. Her smile made the service even better. read more

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Debbie B.

3 years ago

The Belgian waffles are delicious! Maddy provided excellent service. Coffee and food came quickly. Great start to our morning!

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Chad P.

3 years ago

Had a fantastic meal this morning with the steel cut oatmeal, and kids had omelets. Livia was a great sever as very prompt and very helpful. Excellent read more

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Sherri D.

3 years ago

We eat here often. This place is usually crazy on Sunday's but they know how to handle a crowd. Camren did a great job in waiting on us. Very attentive,polite and patient! Our food was good - ham and gruyere omelet and blueberry pancakes. Thanks Camren! read more

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Ron M.

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5 years ago

I normally don't give any eatery 5 stars on first visit but this place was that good. As I was pulling in my chair while sitting down I was asked if I wanted coffee and when I said yes it was poured and placed in front of me. The coffee was hot and excellent. The menu was extensive but we chose and ordered. I only finished a third of my cup of coffee and order was delivered. The ELOTE MEXICAN STREET CORN HASH was excellent. Waite staff was awesome. read more

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Nichole F.

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We ran out of water halfway through and half my order never came. After everyone was finished and washing their hands, the server came with the bill. She left and came back about 5 minutes later as we were leaving to pay and she brings two eggs over easy (not what I ordered). The one French toast was cooked well and tasted good, full of cinnamon. My daughter had the farmhouse scramble and it looked good, but the eggs were not cooked right either. *they were fully staffed, so this was not a covid understaffing situation. read more

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Lance R.

2 years ago

We have never had to wait so long past the estimated time. 50 minute wait and was told 25 minutes. I understand Father's Day but we even called ahead and waitlisted. Arrived well before other families they said were waitlisted. Crew working now really doesn't understand customer service. No apology or sorry for getting your wait time wrong. Should have got the hint when she checked on us at 30 minute mark asking who I was ? read more

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Shawn R.

4 years ago

Ahh had heard great things about this place so not sure if we caught them on a off day. Asked the waitress if they had regular sugar for my coffee (they had the raw and a couple sweeteners which I'm not a fan of). The waitress looked at me and acted like I was an idiot for requesting this. I really appreciated that when I'm spending $95 for breakfast for 5 people. Treat people how you want to be treated. Food was average but seemed overpriced for portions. I had the eggs Benedict which surprisingly came with ham lunch meat and not Canadian bacon or real ham. My wife's bacon was not edible as it was undercooked and limp. My daughter did enjoy her pancake. read more

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Emily B.

2 years ago

Food was delicious! And service is always great. We always enjoy coming here! Love the million dollar bacon too.

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Sarah L.

3 years ago

Great food and our sever was very nice. Highly recommend the skillet bowls! We will be back.

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Glen B.

3 years ago

Food was fresh and delicious. Service was exceptional. Value is extraordinary. The acoustics in the dining room are HORRIBLE. Who wants to scream over breakfast? Please, for the love of god, invest in some sound absorbing panels. I don't know how people can stand it. read more

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Don S.

5 years ago

My first time at a first watch,so many things to choose from,I had no Idea so my Waitress Grace recommend a plate chickichanga. Wow just wow so good! It is refreshing to have great food and a great server at the same time. I'll be back and I'm definitely asking for grace. read more

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Edward B.

4 years ago

First, no complaints about the service. My server, Livia was spot on! However, my Million Dollar bacon was cold, my eggs were barely warm, more cold than warm, and my waffle came out about 3-5 minutes after the eggs and bacon were served. The waffle was warm. Livia is the only reason for the third star. read more

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Erin Delaney K.

4 years ago

It was so good, we went 2 days in a row!! I highly recommend the biscuit & gravy w eggs-as well as the Hash Bowl!! Very warm and friendly staff too!! read more

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Leslie H.

3 years ago

I like the Healthy Turkey omlette when I get breakfast at First Watch. The food comes out hot and fresh. It doesn't sit around waiting on someone to bring it to your table. All the teammates who work here are friendly. There was no wait at 9:00 on a Saturday morning. Parking can be challenging since there is a Starbucks in this same area. read more

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Jennifer G.

Leslie, thank you for visiting our restaurant! We are delighted to…

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Joy W.

3 years ago

The food is always serve, fresh and promptly. Even when they are super busy today! Our server, Megan, was very attentive and pleasant. I wish I had taken a picture, but I was too hungry and already ate it all! Best breakfast restaurant around! read more

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Camille I.

2 years ago

When they first opened the food quality was top notch. But over the last few visits the preparation has declined. The Parma skillet hash is my go to dish. The potatoes are almost always undercooked- even though I specifically ask for them to be cooked thoroughly. The quantity of mushrooms is negligible. The idea is that First Watch is supposed to be a few notches above IHOP but that's not been the case recently. read more

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Melissa W.

2 years ago

Delicious breakfast and Megan provided great service! Love the option for turkey or chicken sausage too. Perfect way to start the day!

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Jenna T.

5 years ago

I had an excellent experience at First Watch! Amber was absolutely incredible!! When I come back I will request her because we had such a great time. She was very attentive, outgoing and knowledgeable about the menu and made sure we were happy with our experience! The food was fantastic, I ordered the crab avocado toast and it was great! The toast could be a bit more browned, but other then that it as great! The coffee was also fresh and strong! read more

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D S.

3 years ago

After eating here just 2 days ago, we were eager to return with the family but many things went awry. Place was EXTREMELY loud inside; all meals weren't delivered at the same time, and in fact, one wasn't served at all until we sought out server to question what happened. Chaotic best describes the service approach of the day. Will we return? Probably not to this location unless acoustics are improved & management takes a good look at customer service. We don't ask for much -- good service, good food, pleasant atmosphere where we can hear others in our group speak & "A" sanitation rating. read more

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Sergio M.

2 years ago

This was my first experience at this restaurant.My server told me to pay my ticke on line.. I did as she asked.I also left a cash tip for the Person that was busting tables. Which was very polite . proceeded to leave. My server stopped me stating that I was dining and dashing. Then proceeded to tell me to come back into the restaurant. To speak with management and to wait in front which was one of the most embarrassing things in my life. Someone accused me. Of something that I did not do then to get Management to speak with me.Then just to let me know that everything was okay.. and that they seehould have checked it before they embarrassed me... I think they were trying to judge me because I was in my work clothes and I have tattoo sleeves... read more

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Nel L.

5 years ago

I had to try them after passing the store daily. I ordered the Trifecta and the Purple Haze to drink. It was beautiful & tasty. The pancakes were fluffy and yummy. Lemon ricotta pancakes mhmmm . Lol I'm now addicted to Purple Haze !! I can't wait to try the whole menu. read more

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SarahBelle F.

2 years ago

Dazelyn's service was great! The food was amazing as always! My friends and I had an amazing breakfast for a birthday.

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Zachary N.

2 years ago

Mid asf. Food is light, feels like they doing everything to skimp you. Florentine eggs Benedict was just a ton of spinach and one tiny piece of toast. Still looked better than the shit my buddies ate. Mimosas were fire, Bloody Mary was shit. Service was good. Vibe was decent. read more

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Ish B.

3 years ago

Good food and good service from Megan. Kid friendly. Quick service. No complaints. Th

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Jocelyn S.

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2 years ago

Cant go wrong by coming here! Food is delicious, new additions regularl and great service always !

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Keith F.

2 years ago

Great food and service. Wonderful breakfast! Megan, our waitress, took great care of us by being pleasant, thorough and fast.

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Jackie W.

2 years ago

Great service. New winter menus Delicious! My favorite breakfast restaurant. Never disappointed.

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Elizabeth G.

3 years ago

i've had great experiences at other First Watch, but I was disappointed in the food at this location in Apex. The bacon appeared to be "microwaved". The dish I ordered, which I have ordered also at other First Watches and am familiar with, was supposed to have goat cheese. I realized immediately it didn't, ask them to add goat cheese. They were super nice, and remade the dish... But again without the goat cheese. At that point, I just ate it, paid the bill and left. it was as though perhaps they didn't have the right level of expertise in the kitchen. Other than the food not being great, the service was perfectly fine, and everybody was very pleasant. read more

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Theresa C.

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4 years ago

We'll staffed and good food. Healthy choices for those who are interested. Family friendly and outdoor seating available.

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Aarya U.

3 years ago

Food was great! Our server Megan was awesome and the wait was not bad on a Saturday morning . 10/10 (:

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1280 W Williams St
Apex, NC 27502
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What time does First Watch open?

First Watch opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does First Watch close?

First Watch closes at 2:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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Does First Watch take credit cards?

Yes, First Watch takes credit cards.

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Does First Watch serve alcohol?

Yes, First Watch serves alcohol.

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Does First Watch have parking?

Yes, First Watch has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Does First Watch have free WiFi?

Yes, First Watch has free WiFi.

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First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch and lunch spot, serving a chef-driven menu of elevated classics and seasonal specialties, always made to order using the freshest ingredients. We greet the sunrise by slicing and juicing fresh fruits and vegetables, whipping French toast batter from scratch and brewing pots of our single-origin Project Sunrise coffee. Freshness is never comprised, which is why we welcome each season into our menu with ingredients and flavors inspired by the position of the sun. All year long, you can enjoy craveable favorites like Avocado Toast for breakfast, Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict for brunch and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes for lunch. Whether you start at the crack of dawn or not, we'll leave that up to you!

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Grabbed lunch from here recently and had a decent experience…read more First, a warning! I ordered my food online using the website, and I received an email and text confirming my order. My pick-up time was set for 5 minutes after I sent the order, which was pretty solid. Unfortunately, when I walked in to get my order, the cashier apologetically told me that they hadn't seen the ticket because it doesn't automatically print from website orders. If you do use the website, you should also call them to let them know that you ordered something, which kind of defeats the purpose of using the website I guess. To their credit, the cashier did offer me a free drink while I waited, so I appreciated that. I was a little worried that the location would be confusing since it's inside the Ford dealership, but it was actually really easy to find. Just walk in and look for the sign :) I grabbed a red hot and white hot (which are hot dogs, for the uninitiated!) and macaroni salad for my side. Despite the snafu described above, the food was prepared reasonably quickly, and I took it home to eat. Overall, I thought the hot dogs were pretty decent, but the macaroni salad lacked flavor. It tasted pretty fresh but needed salt or something else to elevate the taste. Overall, I would probably come back here, but maybe for an in-person meal, and I'd try something else. The turkey pesto panini sounded pretty good!

Amazing Diner fusion to the Original Garbage Plate of Nick Tahou's. Food is extreme comfort food…read morethat hits the spot

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Peak City -Garbage Plate with 2 Hamburgers plus 2 White Hots

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Counter area (retro).

Milo’s Cafe

4.6(79 reviews)

6.1 mi

•$$

Atmosphere is perfect and coffee is delicious!! Perfect WFH spot, I will be coming here tons!read more

Milos Morning Bite 16.90…read more Vegetarian. Toasted focaccia, smashed avo, smashed egg, goat cheese, spring mix. The bread was really good with this slight crisp. I think the avocado and the goat cheese compliments egg really good. It could do with a little more flavor to pair with the spring mix. May introduce me to this cafe and from what I heard they are quite known for their focaccia bread. I also tried a bit of my friend French toast and it was really good but not too sweet. From the outside it looks very simple and you might catch it just passing by. This place seems to be always busy and seats fill up fast. You order at front and take a number to your table. It's is on a slightly pricier side but the quality I think it's worth it. I think I'm not sure that they make the focaccia themselves.

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Restroom area and part of back area, Feb 2026.

Iced matcha latte and goat cheese toast

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Lots of flowers all around for the fall morning start. (Oct 2024)

Foxtail Coffee

4.1(47 reviews)

1.7 mi

Latte was nice. The server was friendly. Good seating. Terrible food - I might do better at a Quick…read moreMart.

Came here on Sunday with friends, what a cute coffee shop! The interior is very cute- a huge mural…read morewith wood furniture/tables. They have a good size menu with breakfast and lunch items. I got a butterscotch iced latte with oat-milk- delicious! We also got the egg bites which were a little too dry and not flavorful. The croissant egg and cheese sandwich, however, was super tasty! Overall, a very nice coffee shop. We will be back to try more!

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Sweet Talk Cafe

4.7(105 reviews)

0.6 mi

•$

SO GOOD me and my best friends really enjoyed it. i was very hesitant on getting it because i have…read morenever had it before but the worker assisted me and then led me to make the decision that i did and i don't regret that $13 one bit. SO BOMB i had it months ago and i still think and dream about that bingsoo. i will definitely be coming back, might even have it as my birthday cake bc it was THAT GOOD and the condensed milk on top.. oh ya. the place was also really nice and really clean and disposing of mine and my friends meals was super nice and we will definitely be returning when we all get our money up and NOT our funny up /

My daughter and I loved Sweet Talk. To start, the ambiance was adorable and very calm, with a very…read morecozy coffee shop-esque feel. Jasmine provided excellent service! We ordered the honey garlic toast, which was so tasty. The cheese was melted to perfection and the bread was fluffy, with the chopped nuts, honey, and herbs being a very nice touch. The drinks were amazing--we ordered the lychee lemonade and iced lavender latte. One of their menu items is enough for two people's snack. This place was awesome, we'll be coming again!! If you are looking for a place to chitchat, work, planning a business and/or just day dreaming, Sweet Talk is your place!

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Cute animals.

Churro Creme Croffle

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Strawberry creme croffle

Wake Oasis Coffee House

4.4(161 reviews)

1.4 mi

•$

Back here after some years on a Sunday morning. Cashier struggled to understand a double espresso…read moreorder. No music, just the drumming hum of a machine in the front room. Pretty dead. At least I have relative peace in here, but it's nothing like the lively but mellow atmosphere from before.

I think people are just being nice with these reviews, honestly. I got the absolute worst coffee…read morehere today. I went for the signature ombre nitro. To be fair, they were out of nitro and asked if I wanted cold brew. They shouldn't have even bothered -- just say you're out -- because what I got was the equivalent of a coffee-flavored water. This tasted like an iced coffee you left in your hot car while at the beach. Horrible. They should be embarrassed to call this their "signature drink". And yes, it came without ice but still managed to be watered down.

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Caffe Latte on a fall day

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Peck & Plume

3.8(329 reviews)

5.8 mi

•$$

My husband and I have come here twice, and we have loved it both times! Great selection of wine and…read moreexcellent dishes! They even have a couple of vegetarian options, which is rare! I highly recommend checking this place out, and try sitting outside while the weather is so nice!

Peck & Plume is located inside The Mayton Hotel in downtown Cary, overlooking the main park. The…read moresetting alone makes it worth a visit. The hotel property is charming and thoughtfully designed, with a mix of tables, sofas, and comfortable chairs that create a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. We arrived 3/4 past noon and chose to sit in the study/library area rather than the main dining room. I would strongly recommend this option. The study is quiet and comfortable, while the main restaurant area was noticeably louder. The proximity allows you to enjoy the ambiance without the noise. The menu offerings felt fairly typical for this style of restaurant. We tried the skillet cornbread. It was served room temperature and on the dry side. However, the whipped butter that accompanied it was excellent. Unfortunately, the cornbread was not warm enough to melt it, which would have improved the experience. The Italian wedding soup was very good and served properly hot. We also ordered the local lettuces salad with chicken. The salad itself was fresh, but the chicken was visibly dry and tasted the same. Interestingly, placing the chicken into the soup made it more enjoyable. The double cheeseburger was average. The bun struggled to hold together under the two patties and cheese. The flavor was acceptable but not memorable. Our server was exceptional. Attentive, professional, and gracious throughout the meal. The service elevated the the mediocre experience. Overall, Peck & Plume offers a beautiful setting and excellent service. For a quieter meal, request the study/library seating. While the food was satisfactory, it did not quite match the charm of the surroundings. Would we go again? Maybe. If we did, we would order different items. But, we would request Brian as the server.

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Dining view.

Pork BBQ & Mac & Cheese Sandwich

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A view.

La Farm Bakery

4.2(1.6k reviews)

4.0 mi

•$$

Had a great experience here. From the service, food and drink, to the relaxing covered patio out…read morefront. Every single employee in here was smiling and friendly in a genuine way. Made our first trip to any La Farm a pleasurable experience. Their outdoor covered patio is great! And enjoying fresh bakery items with perfectly made coffees at this comfy patio just rounded out a great breakfast all around. When we're in the area again, we'll be sure to stop by and enjoy it all again.

We went for breakfast. Online it says breakfast ends at 11, but they have breakfast available all…read moreday long! Thank goodness, it's too tasty to only be available during breakfast hours. I ordered the deluxe breakfast sandwich (with crispy bacon per cashier's recommendations and she was right). I substituted the side fruit for a salad. The entire meal was delicious, but the bread was soooooo soft. Next time I want to order dessert and other breads.

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Inside bakery area, Dec 2025.

La Farm's 2022 Fall and Holiday lineup

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Interior

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Andrew B.

2 years ago

Been to First watch with my group from BSF this morning. Delicious food, It came out correct the first time and was very delicious. This was my first time at First watch and I was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere and the food. We were met with good hot coffee and the food was excellent. There were plenty of options including several Hispanic options and traditional breakfast options. The Brooklyn breakfast sandwich looked enticing but I eventually settled on the chickachanga which was delicious. read more

Andrea S.

2 years ago

I wanted to try the Barbacoa Chilaquiles breakfast bowl and the lemon ricotta pancakes. The breakfast bowl was very tasty. Loved the flavor profile! The pancakes were a bit underwhelming. They were dryer than I liked and although the custard and ricotta were good, as a meal just underwhelming for me. The strawberries were fresh and tasty and as always the service was great! I love First watch! read more

Carl W.

2 years ago

First Watch is our go to breakfast and brunch restaurant in Apex. The food is consistently excellent as is the service. Michael gave us attentive service today. And we were served quickly. And when we are tight on time during busier parts of the week, we get in line on the First Watch app to minimize our time waiting for a table. Keep up the great work First Watch Apex! We will be back. read more

Chat G.

2 years ago

I'm a breakfast person. I love the fact that I can go to first watch and order breakfast food anytime until 2:30pm They serve healthy food and fruit juice My favorite drink is their kale tonic. And I also order their carrot and pecan multigrain pancake. I Also love their kale superfood salad and their power bowls hahahha. I'm a foodie Highly recommended!!! read more

Linda H.

3 years ago

Love this place. Food is delicious. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. My goto brunch spot. Bussers aren't mentioned much but everytime i go there I see Zay the busser working hard, fast, efficiently and always with a smile on his face. That's very much appreciated especially when I am on the waiting list waiting for my table. read more

David H.

2 years ago

The First Watch is a great place to eat breakfast, lunch or brunch. The service was great, and certainly fast, especially if you are in a hurry. I enjoyed the coffee and the french toast. It was a large serving that definitely filled my belly. I will certainly return back here again in the future. read more

Shawn S.

2 years ago

service is good, Maddie did a good job and the foods are very good also service is good, Maddie did a good job and the foods are very good also service is good, Maddie did a good job and the foods are very good also read more

Rhonda C.

1 year ago

I am not for sure what to say other then...I am disappointed in the foolishness. How you offer military discount and now you don't. With that being said I will go somewhere else. Nothing pisses me off more!!!! Be consistent!! read more

S B.

2 years ago

it was so good! the food was amazing :D loved it the sandwich I ate was soo creamy and so delicious. I loved the potatoes, especially eating it with the syrup and indulging in this fantastic with some fantastic friends! read more

Connor M.

3 years ago

The best waffles! Not to mention my favorite server. We had a minor problem with a special order and the manager genuinely cared and got the item fixed right away! So nice to feel how much they care about the guests. read more

Janet C.

2 years ago

I enjoyed a generous, delicious serving of turkey omelet. When I asked for a substitution of one ingredient, Thomas didn't bat an eye. Food served expeditiously. This is a favorite place for us. read more

Ron ..

2 years ago

Awesome food, the best brunch place in all of Raleigh-Durham. Food is not greasy and there are lots of healthy choices. Would recommend to anyone. It also helps that prices are on the low side! read more

Jade A.

2 years ago

love this place always come and always love the service!! I had Bri tho day and she was so awesome. Even other employees took the time out of their day to come and compliment my family! read more

Jescel M.

5 years ago

this place is so nice on the inside feels very spacious and the food tasted great, they were not stingy with the drinks and refilled us often definitely coming here again! read more

Aubree W.

3 years ago

This place is amazing, my mom and I come every weekend to enjoy the service, welcoming smiles and especially the food!!! Special shout out to Shelby our server!! read more

Stuart H.

3 years ago

Had a great breakfast today and a wonderful server named Virginia made all the magic happen! Highly recommend this location. Food comes out fast and very tasty. read more

Amy S.

2 years ago

The wait time was extremely short, almost nonexistent. Service was quick, informative, and extremely friendly. our server Megan was very kind and attentive! read more

Annika D.

2 years ago

amazing service! the food came out super fast and was hot. the waitress was super friendly and the service was quick. we were greeted with a smile. read more

Jill M.

3 years ago

Great food, fun environment, quick seating even on a busy Saturday. Waiter Thomas did a great job with food recommendations! Would recommend. read more

Travis W.

2 years ago

Awesome Food, Awesome Service and a great atmosphere! If you are looking for a solid breakfast at a fair price then this is your place!

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