They forgot my drink and tried to offer me bogo after I left and i declined and wanted a piece of my money back and the manager claimed the computers were down so he couldn't do it then he disappeared and stopped responding read more

If you are coming here to dine... you might want to rethink that. I have been to "First Watch" at other locations and enjoyed their food so we decided to try this location. I'm sure I'll never be back. For starters, there is no way to get your name on a waitlist from the Yelp app. I know other restaurants have this ability but you have to go to their website to "get in line". We tried to do this from home but their website wasn't loading so we just figured to walk in. When we arrived (before 10am) they said it would be 20-30 minutes. Perfectly acceptable... but it ended up being 55 minutes and that wasn't until we went up and reminded them we had been waiting and many had been seated before us. So, "1 Star" for the wait and ability to get a table. Once seated, it took 15 minutes before any even came to our table to greet us. And when someone finally did, although this person was friendly, it was just to take a drink order and then left. We have now been here for almost an hour and a half and we are very familiar with the menu. He was aware of our long wait and should have anticipated we were ready to order but only took drink orders and again, disappeared for quite some time - we only ordered iced tea and juice so I don't know the reason the long disappearance. When we finally got to order our meals, I asked if they could do a special order. The server nicely enough said it depended on what I wanted. I explained how I wanted an egg white scramble with mushrooms, spinach and feta cheese with sourdough toast and for an extra, we ordered the million dollar bacon. It should be no surprise but it was another 40 minutes before we received our meals and this wasn't without having to ask someone when they thought our food might be ready. When the food arrived, I thought it was a joke. I was given a small cold plate with scrambled egg whites on the side. Next to it was a side of sautéed spinach and mushrooms. Another small plate had one slice of cold dry sourdough. It was apparently toasted, but it must have been hours ago because it was as cold as loaf of bread from a grocery store... and it was dry (no butter). I'm sure someone thought because I ordered egg whites I would want dry toast but then you should have included butter on the side. However, if I want dry toast... why would you sauté my mushrooms and spinach in butter!?! And this isn't even mentioning there was no feta cheese. The meal I ordered is just a slight variation of the "Tri-Athlete" breakfast. But that meal comes on a full plate with a side of fruit and house preserves for the toast. I never said anything about wanting this ala carte and I have ordered this same meal at many a restaurant throughout the U.S. and have never had it served this way. After delivering the food, the server disappeared without refilling our drinks or checking to see if we were satisfied. The next time we saw him was when he dropped off the check. No food is worth a two hour experience. Clearly they are short staffed but that's a management problem. I've worked in food service when I was younger so I'm very familiar with how it works. There were many tables that were routinely empty and yet a line of people going out the door. Your website, while functional, doesn't provide the option right on Yelp to get on waitlist like so many other restaurants. The first time we ate at a First Watch, the wait was minimal and the food good and fresh. This location was anything but. Food served on cold plates? Have you ever heard of plate warmers? Pretty common in the restaurant industry. If you are going to serve me dry toast without asking... how about asking if I want butter on the side or just brining it to me. And because I ordered a meal with special ingredients, doesn't mean I want them all individually and I have to assemble myself. I cooked for eight years in restaurants so if you need someone to come and educate them on how to make a simple egg scramble, happy to share my experience. But if you are thinking of coming here... there are many other places with excellent "HOT" breakfasts where you don't have to wait so long read more

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My current favorite breakfast spot. Also if you sign up for the email newsletter, you'll receive a free birthday meal. I'm a huge fan of the Project Sunrise coffee (which you can also buy by the pound, and I did) The food is always great, super fresh, and they're very accommodating with requests. For example, my friend wanted the burrito on the seasonal menu but wanted everything inside rather than "wet" as advertised and they were happy to do it. Be prepared to wait for a table, I recommend downloading their app and that way you can put yourself on the list ahead of time and alleviate some of the wait time. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because we had to wait a while to get a to-go box, and the bathrooms were dirty. Otherwise another great experience. read more

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Dude. That was a delicious breakfast. We have all been wanting to come here for what feels like forever, and we made it happen this Friday. The entire menu looks so dang delicious. But we settled on the breakfast bowl off the specials menu- the Million Dollar harvest hash, a singular lemon ricotta pancake, the million dollar bacon, and the traditional breakfast with turkey sausage. And the delicious coffee which is called Project Sunrise! (And they even had mini pumpkin spice coffee-mates on the table!) I only snagged one potato with a little goat cheese off the bowl, but it was delish, and I didn't get to try the traditional breakfast, but it was definitely well received and devoured. I ate every bite of my lemon ricotta pancake. In fact, I am so pleased that when I asked for help making a choice between those and the breakfast sandwich, the waitress mentioned that they were a) her favorite and b) she only gets one. Because I would have eaten two, and regretted it later. Crispy edges, the perfect balance of tart and sweet with the lemon curd and the strawberries with a little sugar sauce on them (much appreciated since it is the end of peak berry season). I can't recommend them enough, and a slice of that million dollar bacon was the perfect complement. Delish. In fact the food was SO good, that we took these food pics and forgot to take one of US! Highly recommend! read more

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First time! The presentation of the food is nice. I got the Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl. The ambiance was nice. Wooden tables and floor makes the place seem comfortable and the smell of food is always great. I felt that overall everything was too salty and sour. The flavors don't mix well together. The two pieces of lemon on the side is also kind of random since the sauce was already sour. I enjoyed the kale the best. There should be more napkins on the table. The service is fine. My server guided me to a table and guided me to a table. When I was almost done with my food, she told me I could pay at the counter in the front. Both of the toilets were not and could not be flushed in the women's restroom. read more

First Watch - Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

I don't understand the mid tier ratings for this restaurant. Every time I've eaten here I've had a terrific breakfast, clearly made from fresh, delicious ingredients, and the service has been lightning fast and courteous. Oh, and the prices feel like a steal for the quality of the meals. A+, always a delight. read more

Always kinda hit or miss here. Million dollar bacon was cooked perfectly! Biscuit and turkey gravy - not great. Biscuit burned and gravy was sour. Potatoes cooked nicely. Scrambled eggs were pre made because they were very cold. Blackberry sweet was very refreshing. read more

First Watch - Million dollar bacon ALWAYS perfect - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Amazing food !! I had the pumpkin pancake and eggs! The service was impeccable, Mar was an exceptional waitress and ensured we had a great breakfast experience! read more

Great menu and great service. Their summer menu offered some nice choosings. Went on a Sunday morning and the wait was only about 5 minutes. Strawberry French toast was really good. read more

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Super disappointing delivery food. I've purchased this exact breakfast many times while dining in, but this is my first time for delivery. The yogurt looks prepackaged, as the one dining in has much more going on. There's hardly anything besides the yogurt. There is a dash of fruit and granola. Photo is after I mixed it in. Not worth $13. Also why no utensils? I saw the bag has a check box for it, but I don't recall seeing it as an option on the delivery page. Just throw in the 5 cent fork and spoon so customers can eat on the go. The juice is tiny with no straw. Again, something I order often dining in and it comes in a big pint glass. Why do places assume we don't need or want a straw? I ordered a side of bacon (not pictured), and after tax and tip this was $30. Insane for what you get. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

Back at First Watch, really like this place, usually where I come when in Austin. The food is amazing, every time the food is so amazing. Service is always great. It's a cute restaurant. read more

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We got seated immediately, but it took about 30 minutes to see our server. People that got seated after us were greeted and put in their orders before us. Our server had a different section in the restaurant, so we're pretty sure the host didn't tell our server about us for at least 20 mins. Server was nice and our food came out pretty quickly. Quality of food was mid but not terrible. read more

Very friendly and accommodating service. Our server Nyesha was very attentive and she made the atmosphere very fun!

I have one thing to say and one thing only...MARA! She was the cutest, more than happy to help us with what we need, and had great recommendations. the fresh squeezed juice is phenomenal and we always have to get the cinnamon toast crunch cocktail and the million dollar potatoes are always super yummy read more

First Watch - morning juice, cinnamon toast crunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is a favorite place for breakfast in Austin. All of the food is very good, and service is friendly. Mike, my server today, was polite, attentive, and efficient, making the experience a very good start to my day. I usually get the Bacado Omelette, which is quite good. I appreciate the fact that it comes with mixed greens, making for a less-heavy breakfast. The atmosphere is pleasant, not too loud, and congenial to beginning the day. Highly recommended. read more

So my son wanted to take us to a new and different place while we were in town visiting. He suggested this place for a breakfast stop, so we gave it a try. The menu had a lot to offer, but the Farm Stand Breakfast Tacos was catching my eye! My selection did not disappoint... as they were every bit satisfying to my taste. The chorizo was just the right amount of morning spice. It was not a heavy or overwhelming meal, but just right. It was my first time having a three wheat corn tortilla, and to my surprise, I really enjoyed them. My wife ordered the Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict, and as much as she stated she loved every bite, smoked salmon in the morning is not my dish. If I ever make it out this way again, I would definitely try the Elevated Egg Sandwich... as that really caught my eye! The service was great and the atmosphere was very comfortable and casual. Thank you for the experience! As always... enjoy and Happy Eating! read more

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This is the best breakfast place we've found in Austin and this location the best we've tried. The food is well seasoned and fresh. Our server Mike was friendly and good vibes read more

Love the food, ambience and fantastic service. Everything was wonderful. I got the classic Italian omelet and mimosa.

Our waitress was Nyesha, she was very attentive and has a great personality. Food was delicious and made for a great brunch overall.

First time and was good. Lots of healthy choices. The drink relaxed me. Waiter was awesome. read more

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Great breakfast with the granddaughter! Waffles, breakfast tacos, hot cocoa with whipped cream! Delicious! And Mara provided us with excellent service! read more

Brunch chain that has a lot of breakfast and lunch options, so something for literally everyone. The decor is quite modern and there's plenty of space. Food is alright. Nothing particularly special, despite the items sounding very good. I got the barbacoa breakfast burrito as a food coma inducing way to start the morning. Good amount of tender beef, black beans, potatoes, eggs, refried beans on a whole wheat tortilla (which makes it healthy I guess?). The lime is definitely needed on the side to cut through the richness. It's a lot of ingredients but makes you feel like you want something more though. iced coffee is definitely on the sweet side, but it'll get you going in the morning. Service is fine - they mostly leave you alone. read more

Loved my experience with our server Megan! I'm one of those people with a million modifications on my food orders and not only did she keep up she even suggested more she thought i'd like. Best service i've had from this location by far :) read more

Megan provided exceptional service during my visit to First Watch--friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming.

Farmer's Hash, for the win, every time. Nyeisha , our server, was excellent. She gave us the strawberry French toast recommendation and it was soooooo good. For a Sunday morning it was packed but we only waited 5 minutes for our table. Very enjoyable breakfast. read more

Food and service from Aymara was great I recently had the pleasure of trying Eggs Benedict for breakfast, and it did not disappoint. The poached eggs were perfectly cooked, with soft, runny yolks encased in just the right amount of white. The hollandaise sauce was silky and rich, adding a subtle tang that paired beautifully with the eggs and the toasted English muffin. The Canadian bacon was well-seasoned and gave the dish a nice savory kick without being overwhelming. Overall, it was a delicious and satisfying start to the day--definitely a breakfast I would recommend! read more

The food was fine. Here is why I won't go back. I should have been skeptical when I saw that the drinks on the menu had no prices. I should have asked. But I did not. And I was appalled that they charged four bucks for a plain coffee. I would have been angry even if the coffee was good. But I paid four bucks for bad coffee. I won't make that mistake again. That's guaranteed, considering I won't be going back. read more

Absolutely loved the Salmon Eggs Benedict, the coffee and the Morning Meditation drink were also good. The Million Dollar bacon was talked about by a staff at a different restaurant which brought me here to try it. I can't say I was impressed by it as I am not a bacon eater to begin with but it also didn't taste anything like bacon because it had syrup with a touch of spice. It was good, but 4 pieces of sugar. The waiter was great and very personable the wait was 30mins to an hour but we were able to sit in a timely manner at the bar to eat. The environment was cute and cozy with some interesting decor noted in other reviews. read more

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I've been to this location several times and the costumer service is usually fairly well. But I had a bad experience here last Friday when I went inside and was seated. I sat for about 10-15 minutes and nobody asked me if I wanted coffee, anything to drink, or to start my order. I assumed they were just busy so I patiently waited. They sat about 10-12 people at 6 different tables and started their order and asked them what they would like to drink and all the workers gave me dirty looks as if I wasn't a paying customer. Little do they know, I actually tip very well.. ridiculously well. I got up and left and went to the Lakeline location where they were happy to serve me. Please be good to your customers. read more

Mara was the best most attentive waitress. She was so kind and knowledgeable about the menu. She made great recommendations and was on top of everything. Highly recommend this place for their service and good food. read more

Mara was an awesome server. First time here. Loved the farm to table vibe. Would love the idea of homemade salsa for my tacos but Cholula works too. read more

This First Watch location is great. Our server, Nyesha, was very friendly and fast. My husband and I ordered omelettes, and they were hot and fresh when they arrived to our table. I also recommend their seasonal iced coffees (I had the mint mocha and it was delicious). The interior is nice and it is always clean when I go here. I highly recommend! read more

I normally love First Watch. This is my first time at this location. Service was decent. Restaurant is bright and open. It wasn't busy at all for a Monday morning around 9:30AM which I found surprising. I ordered the million dollar hash off the fall menu. I specifically requested no onions and the waitress came back after I ordered to ask if I didn't want any potatoes in my dish. She said they were cooked with onions. Since that is the entire base of the dish, I said to leave them in. I don't know why they couldn't have cooked fresh potatoes without onion. Like I said, they weren't busy at all. Plus, who cooks onions with sweet potatoes? Anyway, the food came out. It was okay but not amazing. I forgot how sweet their million dollar bacon is, so that's on me. As you can see in the last picture, there was so much grease in the food. That is not appetizing at all. I won't order this dish again, and don't know that I will visit the location again either. read more

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have food allergies and noticed there really isn't a place to modify or put in any type of notes about allergies or substitutions. I called to place an order over the phone and the woman who helped me was more than happy to help and very understanding. When I arrived to pick up my food, she said "you know what, even though I said no cheese, they still put cheese on it. But I caught it and had them remake it." I laughed and said unfortunately that happens all the time almost everywhere. I really appreciated her catching that and going above and beyond to care for her customers. Her name was Nyesha and she was so helpful, kind and polite and deserves some type of acknowledgement being such a caring worker. You are lucky to have workers like her. read more

Food is always super solid, carrot cake muffin is dang good. Mara is a great server! Had the breakfast quesadilla this go around to get something I don't normally eat and it was delicious, I was hoping to have left overs for lunch and that did not happen. read more

Marance was a wonderful waitress. Explained everything and so polite. Will come back again. First timer.

Mara was an awesome server and the food was delicious! Attentive, courteous, fast service.

The food was good and Mara was awesome with all my allergies. Coming back when in Austin!

Delicious, healthy, locally owned and reasonably priced breakfast and brunch chain, new to Austin. Closes at 2:00! This was my third visit (once @ Northcross, twice at this location) and each time has been a pleasure! What I I like: Texas sized portions, most items are organic, locally sourced fresh produce, changing monthly specials, fresh squeezed juices, warmed pancake syrup, and Stevia for my picky mom! Patio seating would be nice, but Ill get over that. I do appreciate the emphasis of opening locations all in North Austin/North 183/I-35/RR/Georgetown areas where similar restaurants were slim to none. read more

First Watch - Breakfast tacos: eggs, chorizo, avocado, cheese, pico, homemade tortilla. Side of seasoned black beans. Tasty! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The food we ordered was great and our server was very friendly. There was no wait on a Tuesday morning. We will be back!