1. First Watch

0

Chattanooga, TN

Cancel

Open app

Search

First Watch

4.3 (278 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

Order First Watch Takeout or Delivery

First Watch Photos

Business Info

FIRST WATCH ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Casual
Trendy
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - First Watch

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Watermelon Wake Up
LaDonna S.

The Farm Hash was delicious. I didn't care for the peppers though. I thought it offset the dish but that's probably just me. The Watermelon Wake Up was super good.

The art on the walls was so cool!
Liz G.

My husband and I ate at First Watch for breakfast. They said a 20-25 minute wait for two people so we opted to sit at the community table. It was a little out of my comfort zone to sit with strangers but I was so hungry and the other customers were really nice. Service was great considering that table had so much turnover. The server was really on his game! I ordered the tri-athlete and hubby had oatmeal and eggs. He also had the most amazing blueberry muffin, full of blueberries, moist throughout, with a light crunch on the top. He was obviously forced to share :) All of the food was good and we would definitely come back again.

49th Anniversary celebration includes best breakfast in town! #EverythingHallelujah!

Celebrating our 49th Anniversary which includes BEST breakfast in town! #EverythingHallelujah

Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict and Fresh Seasonal Fruit
Sydney C.

i absolutely adore this place. they have the most wonderful little restaurant and service, the inside appears very clean and service is excellent. the first time i went, which was a couple weeks ago, i ordered the power wrap with a side of fruit and it was so good! such a great portion, i could barely finish both halves. the second time i came, today, it was phenomenal. checking in on the app and we got seated almost immediately. my mom and i were looking for a light lunch before we went grocery shopping and shared the smoked salmon eggs benedict, subbed the poached eggs for egg whites and ordered a bowl of fresh fruit. both times the fruit had been fresh and the eggs benedict was delicious. the smoked salmon had a nice crisp edge and the egg whites had been cooked perfectly. also i wanted to mention, the smoked salmon eggs benedict i split in half, moved to a second plate the waitress brought for me, and i just grabbed fruit from the bowl on my mom's plate. the server did not bring me the plate looking like the pic lol i 100% recommend this place. our servers both times were amazing as well, so kind and patient.

Small plate biscuits and gravy
Ben B.

It has been a wile since I had been to first watch before today and prior to this I was not super crazy over it but now I would definitely recommend people to go here while visiting I got the biscuits and gravy which was good the gravy was kinda bland but the biscuit itself was great I also got a muffin of the day (today was blueberry) and it was really good and flavorful and the last thing I got was the million dollar bacon which as well was incredible overall 5/5 stars great ambiance and a solid brunch place would recommend

Great Wall painting in the main dining room
Chuck C.

We were visiting family in Chattanooga and we all like to eat. Taking us the the airport on Saturday, we stopped at First Watch on Gunbarrel for breakfast. The food we saw passing us and menu looked awesome. The pancakes looked awesome but after several days of gorging myself, I decided to stick to something healthier. I loved the A.M. Superfoods Bowl. It was delicious and surprisingly filing. Loved the coffee but even more, the Purple Haze non-alcoholic drink was awesome. They were really crowded and the wait was 45 minutes. But, there was a Community Table that seated 8 and only one occupant was seated. We joined him and had no wait. Additionally, we engaged this local gentleman in super interesting conversation. He eats there 4-5 times a week. If you have the opportunity to pick who you want serving you, be sure to ask for a seat in Lyric's station. She was awesome with the service, prompt, very pleasant and adorable. Lastly, I would like the thank the gentleman we sat with, who we only knew as "Rob, the carpet recycling guy" who secretly paid for breakfast for all 5 of our family members, then left. He was certainly a great man and generous beyond belief. Thanks, Roy.

Grilled Cheese with ham, Mayo side salad
Cortina B.

The sandwich was great, I wish the sever would have asked what I wanted on the side because I do not eat grass for salad, however she was nice enough to bring me a side of soup! I enjoyed the company and the lunch!

One of the superfood bows to go.
Shimere B.

Great little breakfast chain that offers an assortment of brunch options. We love the breakfast tacos, avocado toast, and the superfood bowls. Highly recommend their bacon if you love bacon!

French toast to go

See all

Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the fresh, flavorful food, creative menu options, and a cozy, inviting atmosphere.

Read the full review summary in the app

3 years ago

First watch is awesome for brunch. the food is amazing. It is a very nice clean restaurant and the food is awesome

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Ruth B.
3
21
14

5 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Hanna F.

Hanna F.

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Good food and always seem to get good customer service. And how can you go wrong with million dollar bacon!

Business owner information

Photo of Jennifer G.

Jennifer G.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Sharon F.

Sharon F.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Amazing food, very delicious and great service. My favorite breakfast option is the avocado toast!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Ryan H.
151
16
8

5 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Jennifer G.

Jennifer G.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Eleni K.

Eleni K.

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Kim T.
0
36
3

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Rebecca L.

Rebecca L.

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Really great place for brunch and friendly service I highly recommend them for brunch on Sunday or Mother's Day, any occasion

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Very good, one of my moms and my go-to break spots. The potatoes and watermelon wake up are my personal favorites.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of James T.
207
28
19

9 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Jennifer G.

Jennifer G.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Excellent food. Fresh squeezed juices. Good service. A little pricey but worth every penny.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Shaun C.
181
7
10

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Garrett C.
131
23
66

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Mark G.
2
15
47

8 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Beth L.
173
20
5

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Wonderful menu with phenomenal service! Nicely decorated and a great environment. Highly recommend the beet juice blend!

Business owner information

Photo of Jennifer G.

Jennifer G.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Keith G.
4
94
104

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of T G.
0
49
2

4 years ago

Awesome. Was good and the service good as well. You want go wrong here....I'd eat here again.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of Bob D.
1
49
11

4 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Jennifer G.

Jennifer G.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Mike B.
47
11
0

6 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Kim K.
0
51
23

6 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Page 3 of 7

First Watch Reviews in Other Languages

Ask the Community - First Watch

Is there usually a wait around 10:00?

First Watch is very popular week-round for breakfast. They will usually have a little bit of a wait for a table (15-20 mins.) on days with moderate traffic. They have a really good notification system though and once you check in with the hostess,… 

Do you have another location in Chattanooga area?

There is another First Watch location in Chattanooga is now open in Northshore. The address:… 

Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

You might also consider

Verify this business for free

People searched for Breakfast & Brunch 1,256 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

Niedlov's Bakery & Cafe - Strawberry rhubarb cheesecake danish

Niedlov's Bakery & Cafe

4.6(409 reviews)
8.3 mi
•$$

I love this cafe. I make sure to stop by every time I am in Chattanooga. Such a cute patio and…read morebeautiful plants everywhere with fountain in the middle. THE BEST CROISSANTS, chocolate is my favorite. It gets busy so try to go early.

Visited here on a Friday around noon. Super busy with limited seating available. I admit I was a…read morelittle stressed when first getting here....seeing the line out the door and having our 1 year old with us in such a tight space was a lot and very overwhelming. But I can say it was all worth it. I did read in other reviews that the line usually moves fast but for us that was not the case. One of the people taking orders was taking to two customers for no joke 10-15 minutes which delayed the line movement. We were able to find a seat and they did have high chairs available for young kids. This is always super helpful. We got our pastry and waited about 15 minutes for our food. Once we were seated I was able to really take in the atmosphere of the place and the delicious food. The kids turkey sandwich was full size, which I was not expecting. Everything was very affordable considering they use high quality local products. Check it out if you are in town! Pro tip: We did not know that they would validate your parking... so we paid for street parking. But if you can grab a spot in their lot there is a validation station inside! Free for 1.5 hours.

Photos
Niedlov's Bakery & Cafe - Inside the cafe

Inside the cafe

Niedlov's Bakery & Cafe - Croissant

Croissant

Niedlov's Bakery & Cafe - Blueberry Lavender scone!

See all

Blueberry Lavender scone!

Honey Seed

Honey Seed

4.4(191 reviews)
8.5 mi
•$$

Our server Marie? was the consummate- quickly gave us all the highlights on the menu and her…read morefavorites. Recommended the apple butter margarita made with their own apple butter and it was fantastic. Do not miss the Nashville hot chicken mac & cheese here or the tater tots which are a cross between a hush puppy and a home fry, and perfection. Someone at the table called the bagels "inflation bagels", they could definitely be a bit plumper, but overall everyone liked their food. Note to anyone ordering a pizza which is made in house every day with fresh dough, this is actually like a thin bagel, but we loved the burrata pizza nonetheless. If we were local, we would definitely be regulars here.

Based on all the positive reviews of this establishment, I think it must just be an acquired taste…read moreI haven't acquired. First (and only) visit this weekend and I found the food odd. I guess I'm a NY bagel guy. The "Montreal style" bagels served here are thin, chewy, and slightly sweet. They remind me of unsalted soft pretzels. The tater tots look and taste like something out of the Alien franchise. Almost like crab-legged hush puppies. And their only soda offerings are Coke and Diet Coke so I settled on OJ. Maybe a blessing in disguise since it was a healthier option. Only two gender-neutral bathrooms so prepare for a wait. There was a line the entire time we were there.

Photos
Honey Seed - Ambience

Ambience

Honey Seed - Combo Pizza: BBQ Chicken / Burrata & Fresh Mozzarella

Combo Pizza: BBQ Chicken / Burrata & Fresh Mozzarella

Honey Seed

See all

Frothy Monkey - The Betsy. Chicken salad sandwich with side of chips and salsa.

Frothy Monkey

3.8(510 reviews)
8.4 mi
•$$

A few phrases came to mind as we finished breakfast at Frothy Monkey: overflowing with flavor and…read morethoughtfully prepared. We ordered the veggie omelette and the Broadbent omelette, and both were generously filled with fresh, well-balanced ingredients. Nothing overpowered anything else. Instead of relying on heavy spices or sauces, the flavors came naturally from the quality and proportion of the ingredients themselves. The sourdough toast was exceptional, with a crisp crust and great texture, and my cappuccino was exactly what I hoped for--smooth, balanced, and expertly made. The setting was just as enjoyable. Housed in a beautifully restored historic train station, the atmosphere has genuine character that complements the food rather than trying to distract from it. A breakfast that's driven by quality ingredients instead of gimmicks. I would gladly return and highly recommend it.

This location is in a great spot. That's where the positives stop. Been to Frothy locations in…read moreNashville numerous times. Today's experience was lacking. Staff seemed unconcerned with customers, and stayed busy chatting with themselves. There were lines to get a table and lines at the counter. Was there any staff in either area who was alert or welcoming or friendly? No, there was not. So much so, in both areas we saw groups leave for a lack of attention from anyone. The lack of customer service here was disappointing. Even at the register several times while there was a long line, employees would avoid or abandon the register (and not to make drinks), leaving the waiting line and empty cash register, and then occasionally looking over like it wasn't their problem that customers were there. One employee was on a lengthy phone call while standing at the register before addressing the guest in front of them and then left. Another came to the register and helped one guest and then left (not to make a drink) and then another did the same. Maybe it had been a long day. Maybe the world's largest order just got fulfilled. That would be fine. Just be honest and acknowledge those who are trying to spend their money at your coffee shop and don't treat them like being there is an inconvenience to you. This experience was disappointing and I won't be back. There are lots of other great Chattanooga choices that will gladly and kindly welcome your business and you will enjoy a better experience.

Photos
Frothy Monkey - Coffee bar and dining area

Coffee bar and dining area

Frothy Monkey - A Golden Monkey Latte + Vegan Bowl.

A Golden Monkey Latte + Vegan Bowl.

Frothy Monkey - Outside entrance

See all

Outside entrance

First Watch - breakfast_brunch - Updated October 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...