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4.1 (39 reviews)
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Chimichuri steak and eggs hash
Chiana P.

Great manager, great food, and I'm pleased This was my first time at this location. The service is speedy! I ordered from the seasonal menu . The menu is comprised of drinks and entres. I ordered the chimichuri steak and eggs hash, strawberry tes leches french toast, and the pineapple express. I got my food sooner than I expected. I love how spacious the restaurant is compared to other locations I've been to. The bathroom was clean as well. Pineapple express- This drink was tasty. I would definitely get it again. I was able to taste hints of everything without the pineapple taste being masked. Chimichuri steak and eggs hash- The star of the show and the twinkle in my eye. The steak was cooked perfectly . The dish was seasoned well. The potatoes melted into my mouth. All the ingredients went together perfectly! Strawberry tres leches french toast - I was eating bite after bite with bliss. Every bite was good. Suddenly I looked down and saw an object that in my French toast. It was a top from the whipped cream (I'm assuming) . It was definitely a plastic top. I did let the waitress know. My dish was remade. The manager made it right and I didn't have to pay for it.!! Overall my experience here was good and my food was good. Even with the mishap, it was no argument. It was a simple apology and correction (love it) I'll be back

Renee J.

First Watch has a great breakfast menu, they offer so many options and everything is fresh and perfectly cooked. I love eggs, Benedict and they offer several different types. I love their breakfast potatoes and aside from the fresh ingredients they use, their coffee is also so fresh. At this location our service was wonderful and since it's new, the dining area sparkles, they have a wonderful rustic farmhouse decor.

Million $ potatos
Anelle V.

This is my favorite First Watch location. We joined the waitlist easily and were seated quickly, even on a busy morning. The service was amazing, attentive, and super helpful walking us through the menu and answering all our questions. The food was so flavorful. My eggs benedict came with the most delicious hollandaise sauce, the waffle was perfectly crispy (just how I like it!), and the omelets were pretty big if you ask me. Everything we ordered was fresh and absolutely delicious. Highly recommend this location for anyone wanting a great breakfast experience!

Lemon Blueberry Cornbread
John M.

Super Close to Home and Very, very good. Service started off slow...honestly I dont think anyone told the waitress she had guests at her section....but finished off strong. Place is super clean and Inviting...Wife had Eggs, Taters and Toast...All very good...GD had a pancake...it was huge and a side of ham...And I had the Chilaquiles with Barbacoa...exceptionally good...will check to see if they have Goat Cheese next time around as this would make for an epic addition...Also grabbed a Lemon Blueberry Cornbread....Im the Only one who likes that flavor profile so it was a win, win for me.... also ordered 2 sides of Million Dollar Bacon.....Not a huge fan of maple style bacon, but there is something about this we truly enjoy, and its a must order everytime we go.

Blueberry cornbread
Steve W.

We decided to come here on a Sunday morning and knew it might be crowded so we went online to make a reservation. However, upon arrival it was fairly crowded, but no line. It should be mentioned, that the noise level here is fairly high with all the patrons and children. They do have outdoor seating, including both an inside and outside breakfast bar. The first bar of measurement is the coffee. We were served a dark roast, which is somewhat comparable to what you get at Starbucks, but I'm not a fan of those creamer pods 3*. The good news is that they bring you an endless pot of coffee. We ordered the blueberry lemon cornbread in hopes that it come out first, but they forgot it. When it arrived, it was topped with a lemon custard. I'd recommend skipping the pancake and go with this choice, although it did remind me of that Jiffy cornbread with freeze dried blueberries. We chose the Athlete and the trifecta. Those choices were basically good and some yelpers draw comparisons to Denny's, but we thought it was a little better. For the money, it's worth a return visit. Service was also attentive. You can pay with a QR code on your receipt or visit the checkout station where the tip screen starts at 18%. Some additional points of interest is the fact that you will have to ask for water, I was pleased to see that they do offer real maple syrup for an additional charge, no credit card fee and there is ample parking. They do have a lunch menu and they do offer a good selection cocktails. It also appears every review gets a business owner response. Check out the informative photos.

Sunny C.

This place is kind of really a 3.6 star. The food here is passable/okay can't really go wrong. Better than what you find in a lower end place. The inside is decorated to have the farmhouse look. The staff were pretty nice and attentive. We came in during a very busy Sunday brunch hour and had to wait about 20 mins to be seated. Our food took even longer to arrive. Nothing from the menu really struck out to be so i just got a skillet. The food turned out to be pretty basic (something you can get in your own kitchen). If you are in the area and don't mind waiting but also need a bite, this place can't really go wrong. But I don't think I plan to return since nothing else in the menu interest me. At the moment they also don't serve dinner.

Ariadna S.

I would say it's a [3.5 stars]. There was some wait time to get a table for 2, which wasn't too bad. The interior is decorated in a modern farm house style, looks cute on the inside. Our server was sweet and attentive. The reasons for 3.5 stars as of now: * Very long wait for food -- about 30 min after we ordered everything. Pretty long time for casual and breakfast food. Not gonna lie, I was getting cranky because of being hungry. * My smoked salmon omelette was just okay. Pretty small compared to some other breakfast places I've been to. Needed hot sauce to make up to very small amount of seasoning. Lots of leafy greens on a plate but it doesn't make much difference. * The skillet dish that my boyfriend ordered wasn't served on a skillet, so it kind of doesn't make sense to call it a skillet. * Also you could see some of the back of the house from where we sat and there was lots of debris on the floor and a puddle of water....

Healthy turkey
Mike R.

Stopped by First Watch for a breakfast and really enjoyed it! We had the pancakes with bacon and eggs - classic and well done. And I ordered the Healthy Turkey omelette (egg whites with cheese and veggies) and it was super tasty, light but satisfying. The coffee was smooth and the fresh green juice (no added sugar) was a refreshing, healthy touch. Service was friendly and the atmosphere was relaxed - perfect for a weekend morning. Will definitely be back!

Waiting in the car with AC
Patrick W.

Who doesn't enjoy a good brunch place? It sounds like everybody's getting into the action and I'm glad that this restaurant is nearby. When I said nearby, I mean Manor. As we are growing as a community, we need additional restaurants to fit our lifestyle. This place was packed when we got here. We were literally waiting 25 minutes to get through the doors an additional 15 for a seat. It's not the fault of the restaurant, it sounds like people had in mind to go out for brunch at the same time. Even the servers thought it was unusual for the crowd that showed up. The food is really good. I like their selections and their service was spot on. I really like even in a rush-hour, the servers didn't feel rushed at all. They were cordial and moved on and did not partake in conversation, knowing how many people were jonsing to get served. Lots of floor space and parking lot was perfect. I would suggest coming during the week for brunch rather than on a Sunday. And if you come on a Sunday come early is all I need to add.

Delores L.

We like First Watch for their high-quality ingredients and consistency of food preparation. Another unique First Watch deliverable is the seasoning on their foods. You almost never have to add salt, pepper or hot sauce. My hubby and I had breakfast at First Watch. He had the French Toast with Blueberry Sauce and I had Avocado Toast with egg whites. The Avocado Toast was delicious with only three ingredients avocado, toast and extra virgin olive oil (on the menu EVOO...I had to ask what that meant...probably the only person on the planet that did not know. My hubby looked at me when I asked the question as if I am so embarrassed that you did not know that. However, if you do not ask, you will not know. It did not phase me one bit.) So, now I know...if you did not know, now you know. Smile. The foundation of the avocado toast was a piece of hearty thick-cut whole grain toast topped with a layer of fresh smashed avocado, lightly tossed with EVOO. I opted for two cage-free egg whites on the side. You can always tell fresh eggs because they are not watery. These eggs were as fluffy as a cloud. This dish was very filling and delicious...so much food I could only eat half of my toast. The remainder of my toast was packed up to go. My hubby opted for the decadent First Watch's French toast. These two thick slices of brioche bread were lightly toasted to a golden brown. Inside the French toast had a soft, custardy consistency yet not soggy. The outside of the French toast was crispy and flavorful when drizzled with the blueberry sauce and syrup. The French toast paired nicely with the blueberry sauce and syrup...tangy and sweet simultaneously. My hubby ate both pieces of his toast. Brittany, our server, was fantastic! She frequently checked on us to ensure that we were having a great dining experience. Brittany was a top notch server! While we do not dine frequently at First Watch, we always feel at home and very welcomed. One server opened the door for us when we entered the restaurant to say good morning and welcome. Brittany opened the door for us as we left to say thank you, have a nice day and look forward to seeing you soon. It is these nice little touches that make us want to visit again.

The Works Omelet with upgraded potatoes
Jono B.

I'm glad to have this new addition to the neighborhood in a budding entertainment complex that will soon be a prominent part of the area. The service here was good and the food was delicious.

Breakfast Brunch Lunch Menu
Omar M.

We finally have a great breakfast/lunch spot in northeast Austin. First Watch elevates breakfast to the next level and we are so happy. We also don't have to travel for miles. The atmosphere is of modern farmhouse decor. Their dishes have that farm to table freshness and individually unique. They've stepped outside of traditional recipes and remade old favorites. With this trip being a soft open, I can't rate their service as there were many trainee servers. Everyone at the opening did a fantastic job. We definitely plan on returning!

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Good service and Good food... Relaxed atmosphere. We go there pretty regularly for breakfast and lunch

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Really good food good costumer service it was clean the food was good cook slightly burnt my pancakes

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There is NO OUTDOOR SEATING YET, despite the misleading photos online... apparently they don't have the permit yet

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Nikki was a wonderful server! She made the experience so delightful. We're for sure coming back!

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6.6 mi•Northwest Austin
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Perfect Birthday Celebration at Roaring Fork!…read more On Sunday I celebrated my birthday at Roaring Fork with my family, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The food was outstanding, and the view overlooking the quarry made the evening even more special. One of our favorite perks was that Happy Hour is available all day on Sundays. We started with a traditional margarita, a mango margarita, and a few mocktails, all of which were excellent. For appetizers, we shared the shrimp cocktail, fresh guacamole, and chicken flatbread. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and a great way to begin the meal. For our entrées, I ordered the cedar-planked salmon with miso soy glaze, and it was absolutely delicious. The salmon was perfectly cooked and practically melted in my mouth. My partner enjoyed the same dish and loved it as well. My youngest daughter ordered the New York strip steak with mashed potatoes, her boyfriend chose the ribeye steak with French fries (they definitely have expensive taste!), and my other daughter had the grilled rainbow trout. Every dish was beautifully prepared and thoroughly enjoyed. The red wine paired perfectly with our meal, and the staff graciously allowed us to bring a birthday cake, which made the celebration even more memorable. Between the exceptional food, beautiful atmosphere, great drinks, and attentive service, it was the perfect birthday celebration. I highly recommend Roaring Fork for a special occasion or a relaxing Sunday meal with family and friends.

I was driving north to meet a friend for Pumpkin Nights. My plan was to go to the domain and walk…read morearound and window shop. The traffic on Mopac was "traffic on Mopac" so I was on the frontage road. I took a wrong turn and it spit me out right near the Roaring Fork. I took it as a sign and came into the bar. It is beautiful patio weather. I need to get back up here again and hit up the patio with some friends soon. The bartenders were friendly. They were busy! There were plenty of seats at the bar but the bar area was pretty full. I wish I had snapped a pic of the HH menu. Sorryyyyy folks. ;) I got the BIG ASS BURGER ($17 on the HH menu) which never disappoints. The fries were perfectly crisp and the burger was cooked to my liking- medium rare. Is there any other way to have a burger? Don't answer that - the answer is no. ;) I live south so I don't get up here that often. I'll have to make more of an effort and fight traffic to venture out more often. I tend to drive south and stay south. ;)

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Roaring Fork - Gotta love it when you can catch the Cubbies!

Gotta love it when you can catch the Cubbies!

Roaring Fork - SKILLET CORNBREAD

SKILLET CORNBREAD

Roaring Fork - Lady Bird Cocktail

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Lady Bird Cocktail

Jack Allen's Kitchen Anderson Lane - Fish Baja Tacos

Jack Allen's Kitchen Anderson Lane

4.3(540 reviews)
6.6 mi
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Came to the Anderson Lane location tonight for dinner with my husband and grandson. I had not been…read moreto this location of Jack Allen's before. The ambience was nice. There was a lively bar crowd watching college football on the TVs. There's a long high top table for larger groups having either just drinks or drinks and food. We sat at a comfortable regular height booth. I'd say the atmosphere is good for a date night or just out with friends. You can wear either casual attire or you can be more dressy. Either would fit in fine here. We had very good service, our food arrived amazingly fast after ordering. I had the grilled fish tacos, which were served in doubled corn tortillas and came with rice, black beans, slaw and pickled jalapeños on the side. It was yummy. Not a huge portion but just right to feel full. My husband had the chicken fried steak which he really enjoyed. It's not like a super thick NY strip that you'd get at a steakhouse, which he already knew. It's a normal thickness like you'd expect for chicken fried steak. The mashed potatoes and mixed veggies (zucchini, carrots, broccoli) were good too. Our grandson ordered the crab ravioli. He enjoyed it but probably could have eaten a slightly larger portion. If you're very hungry, maybe get an appetizer to start. Overall we really enjoyed our dinner. We would recommend!

Gang...today (11/1/26) was my first time to ever eat at Jack Allen's! Can you believe that? It's…read morealways been "one of these days". Today was the day! I've looked at their menu online many times and there are so many choices. I'm so indecisive so lots of choices make things worse for me. Luckily, we were there during weekend brunch hours which meant a smaller menu. Still lots of choices but much easier to decide. I had the house salad with cilantro grilled chicken and it was super fresh and the cilantro marinade on the chicken was perfect. My boyfriend had the barbacoa eggs Benedict that came with fried green tomatoes and a side of home fries. I meant to have only one bite to taste it but ended up having several. Absolutely delicious. Wow! Our server was attentive, helpful, and just overall nice. Dig the rustic, cowboy, Texan decor. I have to say this place exceeded my expectations. Only four stars until I go back and try different menu items.

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Jack Allen's Kitchen Anderson Lane - Inside

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Jack Allen's Kitchen Anderson Lane - Dee Dee's Short Stack: Mascarpone stuffed Challah french toast, TX whiskey & local honey glaze, berry compote, Mexican vanilla whipped cream

Dee Dee's Short Stack: Mascarpone stuffed Challah french toast, TX whiskey & local honey glaze, berry compote, Mexican vanilla whipped cream

Jack Allen's Kitchen Anderson Lane - Inside

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Doc B's Restaurant + Bar - Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Doc B's Restaurant + Bar

4.4(986 reviews)
5.6 mi
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Great choices, reliable packaging, consistently tasty. I've never dined in but takeout never…read moredisappoints. Leeza Cherokee USMC Vet Owner of Homegrown Knitting Co on Etsy

The night starts with a conversation about "let's go to happy hour," but it's a low-key "let's do…read morehappy hour." Then you casually stroll inside Doc B's, and you meet the best waiter, Andres, and the manager, Ryan. The night becomes great; the drinks are great; the food is great. The Rigatoni with the Angry Meatball is top-notch. Ryan said they might go to three meatballs instead of the huge one. I said, "No, keep the big one." There's so much flavor in this dish! Also, Ryan said to return next month, which is tomorrow, because they are bringing on a pumpkin spice flavor dessert. I keep thinking about the Wedge Burger with the sunny-side-up egg. It was a huge, delicious burger with danish blue, candied bacon, and roasted garlic dressing. Our waiter, Andreas, has the sweetest disposition. The kindest soul who knows his spices, flavor combinations, and wines. We have probably eaten at the same restaurants most of the time. We started discussing the different chefs that have come through Austin. The flavors that they brought. We also talked about the other nearby restaurants and what they were bringing to the culinary scene. The atmosphere was great too; I like a place that's halfway dim-lit. The patio, even though outside, had the same feel. I like to say we came, sought, and conquered! Because we did! Doc B's brought the whole table. It brought the atmosphere, the food, the wine, and a wonderful group of people who work there!

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Doc B's Restaurant + Bar - Outdoor patio area

Outdoor patio area

Doc B's Restaurant + Bar - Danish Barbecue Ribs

Danish Barbecue Ribs

Doc B's Restaurant + Bar - Exterior Seating

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Exterior Seating

First Watch - breakfast_brunch - Updated November 2026

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