Pros -Lemon ricotta pancakes were so fluffy -Chickichanga sauce -Lavender haze drink Cons -Service left more to be desired with refills and check-in -Not my favorite location, Worthington is better imo -No side for pancake, pricey -Not very many omlette choices/brunch items as they used to have for people with pork restrictions or vegetarian read more

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I ordered takeout, and it was wonderful. The food was ready when they said it would be, I walked in & was greeted super nicely by the host, and the food was delicious as always. I appreciate how extensive the menu is & how you can get lunch or breakfast options. This location also had a nice coffee station for when you wait. read more

Although busy, we were seated right away, and were promptly greeted by our server. He took very good care of us; our drinks came out quickly, and the food was served in a timely manner. The food was delicious! Both the indulgent dishes (ie eggs Benedict) and the healthful options (ie quinoa bowls) were very tasty, and well made. This is a good place for a nice casual/ Sunday best meal with family, friends, and coworkers. read more

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Holey donuts! That is actually what they are called on the menu and they live up to the name. For a place that is not known for donuts, they were better than any I have had from a donut shop in Columbus. The donuts themselves are little nuggets of soft, cakey goodness, but it is the dipping sauces that really make it special. One is a fruit jam and the other is a dark chocolate sauce. We ate other food too and it was good, but get those donuts while you can. They are a limited seasonal special. Service was great as well. read more

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Pros: Juices are delicious Love the seasonal menu friendly staff easy to get on their waitlist - they text you when your table is ready Cons: Super crowded after the holiday, so had a wait a while Also the food was not up to its usual high quality - my chicken quinoa bowl was mushy and over sauced Parking can be difficult when strip is busy Pro tip: You need to pay for bill at the front so don't sit around waiting for your server to come get your payment. The Dublin location does a better job with food quality even when they are busy. read more

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My in-laws came into town and before they left wanted to stop at First Watch for brunch/lunch. My wife is celiac, I'm gluten intolerant, and we're both lactose intolerant and somehow it all worked out. The server's mother was celiac, so she was really knowledgeable about the gluten-free options. We were able to get a sandwich, a side salad, and juice all gluten and dairy free and we weren't charged extra for the GF bread! The food was pretty good overall (the Morning Meditation drink was surprisingly good), but we really appreciated their service and care the most. read more

Excellent service and great breakfast meals. Quiet enough for conversation. Best option for breakfast in Columbus metro area.

I've been here a few times and I like this location better than the Worthington one because of the layout. If you're on a special diet I highly suggest looking at their menu online ahead of time because so you can check things like ingredients, sodium, and cholesterol (most of their menu is *really* high in sodium, so you've been warned!). The frittata rustica is one of the healthier options I like to order. Last time I splurged and had the parmesan prosciutto toast, and that was hands down, the best thing I've ever had at First Watch. I had a bite of my hubby's the last time we ate here and I couldn't stop thinking about it, so we had to go back for it! The sourdough toast with fluffy scrambled eggs, prosciutto, arugula w/lemon, topped with fresh shredded parm is absolute perfection! One thing I do not recommend is the million dollar potatoes. My hubby upgraded his side to that and it was insanely salty. So much so that he only ate a few bites. I sampled a tiny bite and wished I hadn't. IMO, the best side is the seasonal fruit. The service here is alright, but not as good as the Dublin location. But I'm ok with that because I don't live near Dublin. read more

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Very good service and plentiful portions. I enjoy their variations of breakfast standards.

During a spike in Covid-19 cases, I was saddened that this place doesn't ask customers to wear masks. Fully half of the people were maskless. There was no social distancing between tables. I even had to flag down the manager to ask our waitress to cover her nose. I had the Bacado since I wanted to compare it to the same dish at the First Watch in Huber Village. It was a smaller amount of food and the egg was dense. They covered the salad greens with the toast to conceal the skimpy portion. read more

First Watch - Bacado - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Wonderful little breakfast joint in Ohio I wish I had one out close by me, but unfortunately I don't. Great portions great service real clean place and they let me do some work even after I was done eating on my laptop and didn't even give me any problems. Told me just go ahead and hang out and do my thing and that's kind of rare these days with people wanting to flip tables so fast. Really enjoyed the place and I highly recommend it. read more

We visited First Watch this morning and I must admit it has been awhile since we had gone there. There were menus on the table as well as a supplemental menus as well. The regular menu has the normal breakfast items, BUT there was a surprise on the smaller menu. It ended up being an awesome, deliciously deep dish of egg&cheese omelette, black beans, tortilla chips smothered with a spicy barbacoa, wedge of lime and guacamole. I wish I had taken a photo before plowing into it but I didn't. The attached photo obviously is from a table card. If you order the Barbacoa Chilaquiles Breakfast Bowl you absolutely cannot go wrong. ENJOY!!!!!!! read more

First Watch - The photo says it all!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I love First Watch in Lewis Center. The food is the amazing and and the service is fantastic. I highly recommend First Watch.

This was my husband and I's first time here, and the ambience was great, service was exceptional, and the breakfast was delicious! We tried their new fall drinks: the blazing dragon and the mint mocha. Both amazing, 10/10! My husband ordered a tri-athlete (eggs and fruits) and i had a chickenchanga (without chorizo). Would def go here again to try something new! read more

Stopped in for moms birthday lunch! Wait was longer than anticipated but good food all around. I liked the breakfast tacos, they were quite good and more filling than expected. Service was fast and we were out in 45 min. Would recommend if you are looking for fresh, somewhat fancier food than your average diner. read more

First Watch - Farm Stand Breakfast Tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

One of our favorite places to eat breakfast while in Columbus- always good - seems to be a favorite for all the locals - which is always a good sign ! Service is friendly and prompt gotta be careful when go because most always busy - management does good job keeping clean - read more

First Watch - The Trifecta - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We were in town for a wedding and the groomsmen & their spouses meet here for a wedding day brunch before all of the activities began. A few folks had been to the chain before and spoke highly of it. I was impressed that we didn't have to wait too long for our party of 8. We were seated at the community table. The host gave us two choices, a high top or two separate tables. He may have called out specifically that it was a community table, but most of us missed that. (more on that later) We started with the pumpkin spice donut holes. For me, these are a pass. I found them overfried and on the blend side. They were basically a sugar delivery vehicle; I was hoping the donuts themselves carried flavor. I can't recall what everyone got, but the breakfast tacos stood out; the guy who got those was really pleased with his order. Husband got some kind of Benedict which comes with a side of greens. We weren't sure if it was intentional or an oversight. Our server wasn't around much (I'm giving her the benefit of the doubt that she was slammed), so we didn't get a change to rectify it. I ordered the Floridian French Toast, basically fruit topped french toast. Overall it was good, but the kiwi seemed like a weird fruit topping. I also got the potatoes as a side and those were really good, but a bit under cooked. Some of the potatoes were firm. Maybe it's because I'm from out of town (all of us were), but I wasn't the only one caught off guard that they'd sit strangers at our table in the midst of a pandemic. The first guy sat at an empty chair we were holding for another bridal party member in the middle of the group. It took us a moment to realize none of us knew him and he kindly moved to the other end where he wasn't in the midst of our party. Another group took over the seats when he finished. Overall, First Watch is fine. I'm guessing it's a reliable choice if you're in the area. I don't think we'd be regulars if we lived here. There's nothing wrong with it, but nothing was so good we'd crave it. read more

We stopped here for a quick bite before heading to a shopping mall. The food was good the drink was refreshing and delicious. The staff were nice and our waitress was great! read more

First Watch - Kale Tonic - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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OMG I can't recommend this place enough. We came early on Sunday before the rush and it was perfect. Coffee in a carafe so you don't have to keep asking for more. Pancakes are huge and delicious. I've loved everything here. read more

First Watch - Pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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So, not a big fan to begin with, but went here for my daughter's birthday (she likes it). To start, zero hustle (typical Gen z work ethic). Food was small portions and cold by the time it got here. Had to remind the server twice to bring utensils. My waffle was pretty much a syrup covered hub cap. Totally not good for a larger party (we had 5 adults and 3 children) So... gotta give some love here. Sid, the manager made it right. I didn't ask for anything, but he asked how it was an I was honest. He immediately made it right. I could tell he was proud of his restaurant and the brand. So serious kudos to Sid. (He turned a two star to 4 star). read more

Walked in and was met with southern hospitality and great vibes! I ordered the mimosa and i always end up breaking stuff when i drink, and i broke four plastic trays over my knee. but they were super nice about it and cleaned it up for me Lexi brought the sauce. I asked her to do a backflip at my table and she actually did it. Always worth the good tip! Definitely coming back to enjoy more good food! read more

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We had lunch here yesterday with our two children. This is a nice restaurant with very good food. My wife had the lemon ricotta pancakes. They were great. I had the roast beef sandwich with gouda and the chicken chili. The chili was outstanding! Outrage daughter had seven side dishes. The biscuit was badly burned and the bacon was over cooked on one side and under done at the other end of the piece. The decor was nice though the restaurant was a little more compact than others I've been in. Service was also very good. read more

I'm giving a 1 star rating based on our two most recent experiences, a dine in experience and an online order experience. **A pre quarantine dine in experience(Feb '20)** Spoiler alert! The manager said our waiter was brand new. Initial contact took too long. When he did arrive I mentioned sarcastically that "they must be busy" (the place was nearly empty and only a few tables with people). He missed it and started telling me how they will get busy later. We placed our order and waited. We never received any updates along the way. Another server dropped off the food, and we had to flag down another server to get condiments, and silverware. He never came back to check on us, and when we finished our server was nowhere to be seen. I walked to the host area and spoke with an associate, who based on her reply must have been a manager, but didn't say otherwise. I asked for boxes, more coffee, and our check. She brought boxes but no coffee, and our server showed up with the check and made a comment under his breath about being busy now. I asked him for coffee to go since we never received refills during our meal. When I cashed out, the same lady that brought our boxes asked how the meal was. I mentioned what happened and she offered to adjust the check. We have visited here many times prior to this and have left each time saying the service has really gone down, but the food has always been great, but expensive. **Online order/call ahead order 4/11/20** The restaurant was already closed for the day so I placed an online order so I could get my food when they open at 7:00 am. I placed my order and then tried to check out. The system wouldn't accept my coupon, and I didn't want to deal with a refund so I waited until the morning of 4/11 to call when they opened and place an order over the phone. I called a few minutes past 7 am and spoke with Keith. I mentioned that I tried to place an online order and the system would not accept my coupon and that I would like to place an order over the phone for pick up. He said they were only doing online orders and not taking orders over the phone. He also said they are not accepting any coupons. I mentioned that I was not ok with this and his reply was, people that make more money than us decided to do it this way. I didn't place an order and ended the call very disappointed, so we ate somewhere else. I know we are living in unprecedented times, but having an attitude like this, and placing restrictions on ordering capabilities does not leave a good taste in my mouth. read more

We stop there very often. We transfer cars for a dealership in Findlay. Are group is two to five people. The service has always been great and the staff very friendly. The food has always been very good. The last time all of us were there we all ordered the meatloaf dinner. Is was excellent. We stop there often never have been disappointed in the food or service read more

This is my first time at this location. And a was surprised to see that there was not a wait on a Saturday around 11/12pm. Which is actually a good thing in my book because it is always packed at any location. Only thing that is a downside at this location is that it is one of the only ones that doesn't have a liquor license at the moment. So mimosas are not an option unfortunately. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Food was below average (potatoes undercooked, eggs overcooked & toast cold). Waitress was very good! Girl at the cash register was extremely rude and insulting. Had a bad attitude - should be fired! I've been coming to this location for years at least monthly and when family is in town. Not anymore - I will never come back. Instead, I will be eating at one of their competitors! read more

Rough day at First Watch, one my favorite restaurants! Walking into the Polaris location, I was struck by an overwhelming smell/odor. It was not coffee or baked goods, or yummy food. It smelled like a sour bar rag. And it was overwhelming! Our party was seated. Our waitress was lovely but struggled with our order. Toast didn't come with the orders, had to request more coffee a couple of times....one in our party went to the rest room after our meal. The odorous smell was stronger there. What's going on there? Will go back to Westerville location from now on. read more

My over medium eggs were overcooked (egg yolk was hard) but everything else was great!! read more

First Watch - Farmhouse hash (with feta cheese added), ricotta pancakes, kids chocolate chip pancakes w/bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Waited ten minutes for drinks. The other tables that were seated after us already had drink and orders in.

We've always gone for breakfast so this was our first time for lunch. Haven't been here since the pandemic started and still concerned enough to get take out. But our lunch delicious. We split a Cobb salad and beef and havarti sandwich with soup as a side choice. Salad was fresh and the beef was so very tender and delicious. A new favorite at our old favorite place. read more

First Watch - Havarti beef sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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We came on a Sunday morning, family of 4. I definitely recommend to check in using Yelp ahead of time as it drastically lowers your wait Time and they are pretty on point with how long until your seated. The boys enjoyed their kids meals which came with egg, breakfast meat and bread. We also ordered a waffle for them and they loved the taste. My husband ordered the pancakes as he said first watch has the best pancakes. I tried a bite and he was right , amazing flavor! I had the eggs Benedict. Only reason I did not give 5 stars is because it had a weird minty taste to it the hollandaise sauce which I've never experienced before so flavor was not so good on that but it was filling. My husband ordered the orange juice with tumerick and beets in it, supposed to be super healthy . He thought it was disgusting so I drank it. Of course anything healthy doesn't always have best taste. Service was great. Food didn't take forever to come out either. read more

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My favorite place for breakfast or brunch. Blew my mind when I saw shrimp and grits on the menu! I'm a Carolina girl at heart and this made me SO happy. The food here is always great, love the Seasonal menu as well, and staff is absolutely amazing ,so friendly and kind. read more

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My family and I just love First Watch. I usually check in on the app and I totally forgot this time, so we had about a 45 minute wait. When we were seated, we were asked what we would like to drink. I asked for water. My parents both got their drinks then our server walked away and I didn't get my drink. When she came back to take our order, I asked her if I could get water. She said "yes, I'm going to bring some for the whole table." At least ten minutes-maybe more go by and I still didn't have any water. She finally came back with water. Not sure what was taking so long, but I was getting frustrated. The food was delicious as always. read more

First Watch - Traditional Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Stopped in for an office breakfast outing this weekend. We came around 8:30 and definitely beat the morning rush. Our waitress was very peppy and helpful. She handled our separate checks with ease. Food came out so quickly which was great! I went with a tried and true favorite, the Floridian French Toast. They topped it with even more fresh fruit than usual and it was absolutely delicious! My only complaint is I don't think a side of 4 pieces of bacon should cost over $4, so I'll probably skip that in the future. This location definitely gets busy so come early if you don't want to wait. There's plenty of parking though and it's close to everything at Polaris. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

First Watch is a great chain restaurant for breakfast, and use to be my favorite. Unfortunately they dropped the Killer Cajun Omelette off of the menu, or I woulds till be going frequently. The food is always fresh, and looks amazing. If you are into more of a sweet/fruit based breakfast, this is definitely the place for you (see the Floridian, or the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes) that is where they really shine. Reserve ahead seating is also great through Yelp as the wait can be long, and there is no waiting room. I'm more into a savory breakfast, biscuits & gravy are my go to, so I tried the Turkey Sausage Gravy and biscuits. They were not good, no flavor, and I cant even tell you what they tasted like. If i was blindfolded it could have been dumplings in hot milk....not good,m. Tried hotsauce just to help give flavor, still not good Three stars for now, i know they are better than what I experienced, hopefully I can find a good substitute for my now missing favorite on a future trip. Here are the grades: Turkey Sausage Gravy & Biscuits D+ Hash Brown / Home Fries. B+ Market Fresh Skillet. B Coffee. C- Service. B+ read more

First Watch - Turkey Sausage Gravy and Biscuits - hard pass - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Slow service Small place Food was ok But just too slow Will not go back Nice ppl But read more

Impressive customer care, although we faced some tough wait times and wasn't handled in the best manner the team took care of the issue and made it fair! So now we can review their food and a couple previous visits! There bacon is fantastic, crispy and a million $$ kind of taste. Their wheat bread is so good that we often bring home a loaf for a small premium (7 bucks) and enjoy it throughout the week. They've created awesome family meals that have all the goodies for a nice price. We've enjoyed the breakfast family dinner a few times. Cool atmosphere to meet up with friends and family. Thank you for great food and 5-star service!! Also wanted to add they are doing a GREAT job in being inclusive! Some businesses have probably went a little too far one way or the other and First Watch has nice balance including No Kid Hungry and the Be A Better human campaign!! Fantastic!! Thank you!! read more

The food was great. The servers were great. The management is terrible. We asked for black tea, the entire restaurant was out. Like none and the servers were baffled. The servers went above and beyond looking for a last English breakfast tea. The ordering system went down so only half our table got their food. The other half had to reorder and wait. We were there for over an hour and a half from the time we sat down until we got the food. There was no apology from management just the server who was working like a dog. They had servers running around trying to compensate for what is clearly a lack of management. The food and server redeemed the experience but don't think I'll be back to this location any time soon. read more

I am a First Watch fanatic so of course I needed to try the new seasonal menu. The Vanilla Chai Latte Pancakes were as amazing as they sound. You could taste every flavor and the almond butter drizzle with superseed crunch and fruit on top was the perfect combination. I wish these were always on the menu! We also ordered the Farmhouse Hash and Frittata Rustica (w/ no cheese) which did not disappoint. The prices are fair for the quality and portions. If you sign up for the Suneclub there is often $2 off coupons sent out via email. The decor creates a cozy space perfect for catching up and there is typically enough seating that even when they're busy, you can hangout for a little. read more

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First visit to First watch. Food and service were great. Tried their million dollar bacon and it was great. Portions were substantial so brought a bunch home for later today. Would recommend for anyone who is looking for a good breakfast. read more