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    3.4 (391 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Salmon Frittata
    Geri F.

    Our server was good, she kept our drinks filled. Place was clean and neat. Food was as described. We all enjoyed our breakfast and fresh juiced juices. Small parking lot.

    Seating area
    Erin H.

    I was a little leery of visiting since the other locations had some mixed reviews. When we walked inside there was a customer complaining to the hostess that his food was cold and that he had to wait a long time to be served. My family and I really enjoyed our breakfast and found the service to be great. Sonja was our waitress and she was very attentive and knew what we needed for the table before asking. I had the Tri-Athlete which was an egg white omelette with mushrooms, onions and green chiles. The omelette came with a side of toast and fruit. I also ordered a blueberry pancake on the side. Everything was fresh and delicious. Would recommend if you're staying in the Waverly complex.

    Lydia O.

    Unfortunately, our experience wasn't good from the beginning. We were quoted a 20 minute wait and it ended up being about an hour. My partner is the only one who relatively enjoyed her food, and even she wasn't thrilled. Our 6 year old, asked us to never bring her back. She had a grilled cheese sandwich and fruit. Her grilled cheese sandwich was burned. One side they tried to make look better by having the burned side down. She tried to eat it but didn't like it so we had to send it back. When they brought out the new one, the cheese was still shredded and not melted. I've never been a fan of First Watch so I only ordered a blueberry pancake and cheese grits. The grits were disgustingly bad. I took one bite and was done. The pancake was actually decent and the only reason I'm giving it two stars in combination with the skillet my partner ordered. I tried it and thought it was okay.

    Carlo Y.

    This is the first time I went to any First Watch, I just know that there always a wait for Saturday brunch, we came here at 10am and there was no wait. The service was good and on point too on point, that is as soon as I finished my dishes my server grab the dishes right the way. Also she gave us our bill in the middle of eating, again it is strange not bad service or anything. The server was still nice and friendly. The food tasted great. I really like their pancakes, the chocolate chips one was not too sweet. The restaurant was also nice and clean.

    Warm open interior
    Jerry H.

    This warm and welcoming restaurant has farmhouse vibes with friendly staff. They have an extensive breakfast and lunch menu. Their orange juice is completely fresh squeezed. The breakfast star of the show is their biscuits and gravy with eggs and potatoes. Wow! Best EVER! It's a large homemade buttermilk biscuit covered in thick, rich and meaty, country gravy. It's a must try for any country gravy fan. We absolutely loved this place!

    The best avocado toast!!!!
    Jan P.

    There is nothing wrong with this place. Super sweet server. Great food. Tons of options for all diets. Reasonable prices. Sitting outside in the sunshine cannot be beat. We had avocado toast and the avocado was plentiful and delicious. The bread is crusty grain. The eggs were cooked perfectly. My bestie had an omelette with goat cheese, herbs and veggies. Comes with salad and toast and jam. All perfect. We had a side of million dollar bacon. That s@"t is out of this world. A must get. Peppered and maple syrup. The cheesy grits were not good. Even better was the iced decaf coffee. They don't have any ready-made, but Roman brought me a glass of decaf full device with a large glass of ice on the side. He even left the carafe of decaf on the table. Wonderful. Would return in a minute. Roman was the sweetest server and very attentive!!!

    Brunch with my family before our family reunion
    William G.

    The only thing upsetting about this experience was that week were side stepped (skipped) by other patrons when entering the restaurant. This was immediately noticed by another very friendly hostess who got us a table very quickly after our jaws dropped. The food and experience after that was pleasant, I thoroughly enjoyed my breakfast and coffee. Ambiance where we were sitting could've been better. I'd had to make one suggestion, it would be to move your pay counter back 4ft. The line builds up right behind the booth next to the counter (one we were sitting at) and it's very disturbing to have people behind you standing over you as you eat. This also causes a bit of confusion for the customers coming in trying to be seated. Create better separation

    BLT Benedict
    Maureen B.

    We were luckily able to get in even with how busy it was on Mother's Day. The food was delicious and server was very friendly. Even got a coupon to come back again and get a free entree and we did and were again not disappointed.

    Salad
    Stacey A.

    ALL of the dishes were dirty, the utensils were dirty, the mugs were dirty, and the plates were dirty. The service was not great. The food was also not great. No seasoning, very bland, the toast that came with the meal was a plain piece of bread and the "salad" did not have any dressing. The candied bacon had a good flavor, but it was very soggy and floppy.

    Seasonal Blueberry Lemon Cornbread
    Katelyn

    Absolutely delicious food and very sweet staffing! The restaurant is decorated so well, really brings out their "Farm Fresh" style

    Breakfast tacos with side of black beans
    Shawn S.

    We were greeted by friendly staff, nice ambience. Great food options whether you are looking for something healthy or something else. I had the breakfast tacos and my husband had the frittata rustica. Both meals were very flavorful and unlike anything we had had before. Will definitely eat here again!

    A.M. SUPERFOODS BOWL
    Lucy K.

    We went on a Sunday morning and it wasn't as busy as expected. There is seating outside too. The waiter was friendly and helpful. Not too many vegan options, but the A.M. Superfoods Bowl was good. My niece loved her chocolate pancakes. My sister and I enjoyed the fresh juices. A.M. SUPERFOODS BOWL Coconut milk chia seed pudding, fresh bananas and berries, mixed berry compote, housemade granola with almonds and our whole grain artisan toast with almond butter and Maldon sea salt.

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    I say this with all seriousness Sonya was the best waitress I've ever had in my life. Great experience

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    4.1(665 reviews)
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    3.7 miBallantyne

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