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    First Watch

    3.9 (108 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Pancake
    Christine W.

    The food was good, very filling. We could've split the quesadillas and been filled up just fine. I thought service was okay. Courtney was our server this time but she brought the receipts pretty early on into the meal, which made me feel like we were supposed to leave soon. Ambiance is fine. They seemed to get pretty good business.

    Pancake
    Jessica C.

    First watch was pretty good; the menu is extensive and there are many healthy options. The fresh juices were delicious. The elevated egg sandwich was missing arugula, but otherwise everything was great. Service was excellent!

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    Horrible treatment by staff. We got off the highway in Myrtle BeSch really hungry and needing coffee to be met outside in front by hostess to be turned away as they we're hosting a special event for friends and family of the owners Whick seems snooty and prideful. We will never go there again. We drove right down the road toThe Waffle House and they were do friendly and welcomed us with opened arms, great food, super good coffee, great waitress! I guess First Wake is not aware of who is going to pay their bills!

    David T.

    We came here on Saturday morning and it wasn't too crowded. The servers were quick and food was great. I like the look inside as well as outdoor seatings.

    Eggs
    Brigid C.

    I left a bit underwhelmed. First, very slow service. I needed milk for my coffee - it was cold before the milk came. The latte was one of their specials. It was too sweet for us. My omelette wasn't terrible; it's just that they didn't dice up the game and cheese. It was literally super fluffy eggs wrapped around a huge chunk of ham and a huge block of cheese. It wasn't terrible by any means, but it also wasn't special. No one finished their plate.

    Banana Foster French Toast
    Tolini V.

    Yummmm! This breakfast joint was right outside our hotel so we decided to give it a try. It was moderately busy, but our party of two were sat immediately. Our server was very kind. The restaurant itself is clean, nicely decorated and smells great as you can taste french toast in the air! The food even came out faster than we thought it would! Speaking of which we got the banana foster French toast and it tasted great! My favorite being the avocado toast though! Very lite and refreshing! My husband killed his Al pastor plate so that speak for itself. Definitely try this place out!

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    CC J.

    Amazing and quick breakfast option in Cary, NC. We went for breakfast while in town and first watch has something for everyone. If you like pancake, omelets or anything in between, they have something for you. There is ample seating (mostly booths or half and half set ups) with great lighting and a chill atmosphere. We had Joe as our server, who was so very nice and attentive. The price was nice and we were able to get some brunch cocktails to go with our meal as well. In all, if you are in the area stop in, but note they close at 2pm daily.

    Shrimp and Grits
    Adria S.

    We got shrimp and grits, the classic Benedict, and a kids egg and sausage. All of our food came out quickly, but it was lukewarm. I asked for an over medium egg to go over the grits and it was hard. The point was to let the yolk mix into the grits. The grits themselves weren't creamy at all. Rather dry and crumbly. No one came to ask how it was until we checked out. No thank you!! Not with the cost of this food!

    TJ C.

    This is my daughters favorite breakfast restaurant and in my top three. My go to is Floridian French toast which has a nice amount of fruit and I generally have leftovers. Real plus is during nice weather is the outdoor patio where we often bring our dogs with us. Enjoy Floridian French Toast, Elevated Egg Sandwich.

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    The food was portioned well and tasted good. The place had plenty of people and the wait staff was hustling.

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    Food was very good . Our was waiter was very was very good and the surrounding was very neat and clean

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    Tsu is the absolute best server I've ever had!! She was so friendly and fun! Good luck on your next adventures :-)

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    4.2
    (104 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    This place really surprised me. We were just looking for a good spot to get a brunchy/lunchy type…read moremeal on our way to the coast, and new there would be a lot of options in this area. So we pulled off, took out the trusty Yelp app, and this place popped up. Pulling it, it was clear that they were popular and busy. We went in and there was a wait, about 15 minutes. We decided to hang around instead of worrying about "making good time" and are glad we did. Once we got a seat, we received great service. Our server always kept our drink full, and checked on us just enough. We never felt like we were searching for her. Looking at the menu, I was surprised to see that the prices were not unreasonable, even though it's a very trendy place. in fact, they had a $10ish lunch menu available with a few selections that even included a drink. I was more in a lunch mood so I went that direction, and got a buffalo chicken sandwich with fries. Food came out hot and in a reasonable time even with a full restaurant, so this is a well oiled machine. For the price, I was pretty impressed. I would say the sandwich was about the size of your average CFA chicken sandwich, but had a bold buffalo flavor that I liked a lot. They didn't skimp on the fries, and the ranch complemented it perfectly. We finished up and our server was on top of things getting us the check, so really we still made "good time" on our drive to the coast. I would recommend Brunches to travelers and locals alike!

    This was a really nice spot for breakfast and brunch. Everything was excellent. We were put on a…read morewaitlist, but it was only about a 15 minute wait before we were seated. Our waitress was friendly and attentive throughout the entire meal. We ordered the mimosa specialty flight, which included Cloud 9, Tequila Sunrise, Blue Lemon Drop, and Creamsicle. It was a fun and tasty selection. For food, we had the Breakfast Tacos, the All American, and the Shrimp and Grits. Unfortunately, we forgot to take photos of the Breakfast Tacos and the All American, but everything was absolutely delicious. Overall, this was a 10/10.

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    Strawberry lemon drop
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    Chanticleer Cafe & Bakery

    4.3
    (303 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    Chanticleer is a hidden gem in Cary! I don't know why it's taken me so long to discover it…read more The staff are all super friendly and welcoming. They helped me navigate my coffee order and executed it to perfection. They also answered all of my gluten free questions and took extra precautions for my allergy. The egg white and cheese sandwich with turkey bacon was great. Pro tip: Order it with a double portion of egg white for added protein. I also got an iced cafe latte with caramel. You can get a punch card for every coffee and get one free on your tenth purchase. They have a great pastry selection. I got an almond croissant to go for my mom on a recommendation from a friend that said it's a can't miss! (I can't try it due to my allergy but it looks amazing) The ambiance has a cute cafe with plenty of seating.

    I can't believe I hadn't been here sooner--I'm so glad I finally checked it out. My friends and I…read moremet for breakfast and were lucky enough to snag a booth on a busy Sunday morning. It's a seat-yourself, order-at-the-counter kind of place, which made things easy and relaxed. We ordered lattes, breakfast sandwiches, and a chicken salad croissant. The croissants were incredibly fluffy and delicious, and the sandwiches did not disappoint. The decor was warm and inviting, making it a great spot to linger and catch up. We will definitely be back.

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    Starry Night

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    0.6 mi

    Running errands in Cary Crossroads shopping center on Mother's Day and needed a bite. Discovered…read morethis little place and it was so charming! French Parisian music playing and adorable Van Gogh impressionist interior themed after his famed abstract work The Starry Night. We shared a Strawberry, Banana, & Nutella crepe and drooled over everyone else's savory crepes with fresh mesclun salads. The waitstaff were especially friendly and we were so grateful to have such great food, accessible service, and parking on a holiday where I typically avoid trying to compete with other diners. A real find!

    Stopped in at Starry Night Coffee & Crepes and it delivered exactly what you want from a casual,…read moreslightly tucked-away spot. I had the Tuscan chicken crepe and my wife went with the French toast--both were very good, flavorful without being overcomplicated. Coffee held up as well; her French Kiss latte in particular gets a strong recommendation. We're not the simplest table (gluten, dairy, tree nuts, Alpha-Gal, diabetes), and the staff handled it confidently. They knew what to flag, what could be adjusted, and made the whole process easy without turning it into a long Q&A session. It's a small space inside, but there's plenty of outdoor seating, which helps a lot when the weather cooperates. Atmosphere leans more relaxed and social than family-focused--probably not ideal for small kids--but it's a great pick for meeting friends or a casual outing with a partner (or someone you're hoping becomes one). Good for: friends, casual dates Skip for: small kids Would come back.

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    3.8
    (334 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    We enjoyed brunch here with friends! The ambiance is really nice and they have outdoor seating…read moreoptions too. The food was tasty and the presentation was beautiful. The Chicken & Waffles was my favorite! The chicken was nice and crispy and the waffle was a sweet corn waffle. It came with these little morsels of grilled peaches and I wish there had been more of them because I could've eaten a whole bowl of them. The Peck and Plume Bowl was my least favorite dish but that's only because it was VERY tart and I wasn't expecting that. It has passion fruit, banana, blueberries, yogurt, granola, coconut flakes, and bee pollen. We also got the Eggs Benedict which came with country ham and wilted spinach on top. The ham was a bit salty but the breakfast potatoes on the side were great and the eggs were cooked perfectly jammy.

    It was our first visit. I was pretty excited for the scallops. Unfortunately they are switching…read morechefs so they didn't have them on the menu. We ordered the Butrata instead....but it never came so I can't comment on it. They also didn't take it off the bill which I didn't notice until our drive home. The server was engaging and sweet. He was willing to answer questions but seemed a little weeded. Perhaps he's new. Still her was personable and kind. The drinks, a Dirty Martini and Hibiscus Tonic were fantastic. I'm on a quest to find the best Dirty Martini in the area and this is in contention. I ordered the burger and my husband got the shrimp and grits. We'd say they were "fine". Neither the meat nor shrimp were seasoned. That said they were cooked well. The grits were well done and the relish was on target. The fries were also fantastic. Overall, it was a good experience sitting on the beautiful patio with music coming into the space from the park. With a few tweaks this could get a better rating.

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    Dining view.
    Pork BBQ & Mac & Cheese Sandwich
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    4.1
    (113 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    I finally checked out Drift Cafe and it's definitely one of those spots that feels like a mini…read moreescape in the middle of Raleigh. The space is super light, airy, and gives off that laid-back coastal vibe that makes you want to stay a while. The menu leans into that "wellness but still indulgent" balance. everything I tasted was fresh and thoughtfully made. The coffee was a standout too, smooth and not overly sweet, which I personally loved. A lot of people come here for the breakfast burritos, pancakes, and specialty lattes, so it's a solid brunch option if you want something a little elevated from the usual rotation. Service was friendly and pretty quick, even when it got busy, which I appreciated. It does get packed, especially on weekends, so just be ready for a bit of a wait.

    Super cute place with plenty of parking options and gender neutral bathrooms. 10am on a Friday and…read moreit was packed. Conveniently with one table open. Drinks: I ordered a matcha latte, iced with oat milk. I knew it was a mistake as I watched them make it and the match came out of a squeeze bottle. My mom ordered hot black coffee, claiming it tasted burnt and was undrinkable. Mains: I ordered the strawberries & cream pancakes which came with three extremely tiny pancakes, that tasted like whole wheat. The "fresh jam" was overly sugared and had a smoothie like consistency. For $16 I was hungry and disappointed. My mom ordered the grain and egg bowl, wait it was underwhelming. Shocked there are so many positive reviews.

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    Comfortable seating
    Comfortable seating
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    Scrambled toast (sourdough)
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    Milo’s Cafe

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    4.5
    (86 reviews)
    6.2 mi
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    Today for my coffee shop Saturday's, I finally checked out Milo's Cafe and I loved it…read more I felt welcomed from the moment I walked in. Everyone that works there is so friendly. The beautiful lady that works there gave me their 2 menu's, the regular menu and the spring menu. They have so many options, from Crepes, to Paninis, to breakfast to lunch to dessert. I sat at a table for a few minutes to browse them. I decided on a hot Hazelnut Brown Sugar Latte and a slice of Banana Bread. Both sooo good!! My first sip of my latte and I was so happy. It's super cute inside of Milo's Cafe. Plenty of seating inside and outside on the patio. Even the ladies room is super cute. I'll definitely be back.

    One of my favorite spots for lattes, quick breakfast, and a great Focaccia sandwich. I've been…read morevisiting for over a year now and love that they have seasonal menus! I've tried many items and the Ube Latte, salmon Focaccia, the Caesar Chicken Wrap are some of my faves. For the price you get a lot, the food is very filling! Great place to study or get some work done. I like the quiet of the morning. It is a busier street so be careful when parking, but overall great spot. Clean, good amount of seating and some couch areas too! The staff is very friendly and the service is great. I always look forward to coming in, def check it out.

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    Restroom area and part of back area, Feb 2026.
    Restroom area and part of back area, Feb 2026.
    Iced matcha latte and goat cheese toast
    Iced matcha latte and goat cheese toast
    Lots of flowers all around for the fall morning start. (Oct 2024)

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

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