Having been to the Missouri side First Watch locations and North KC being our favorite, we were visiting a book seller in this area and decided to stop for a bite. The Chess Player had the Pecan Dijon salad and I choose the Forager omelet. I also got a Kale Tonic which filled me up so much that I could not get through even half my breakfast, it was that satisfying. Perhaps a juicer is in our future. We walked right in and were seated promptly, had an attentive, not hovering server and enjoyed our meal. read more

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First Watch is a great place to get a quick, cheap and delicious breakfast and service with a big, big smile. The food at First watch is great, but nothing exceptionally different from any other breakfast place. The key to the difference at First Watch is the service every time I have dined there my waiter or waitress has not only served me with a smile and genuine enthusiasm, but they seem to really LOVE breakfast! I don't blame them, breakfast is my favorite meal of the and I love going out to get it, especially at First Watch where I can be served by someone who shares a true passion and enthusiasm for breakfast like I do. When navigating the menu, give the Turkey Dill Crepe a thought- you will not be disappointed! read more

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This place is some of the best local breakfast in the area. They have a lot of choices for everyone. The breakfast tonics are great! Every one of them. I've had several things, except lunch unfortunately, and I've never had anything I didn't like. The Million Dollar Bacon is sooooooooooo um million dollar! Lol. Eggs are always cooked on point and even when I order to go or curbside, I never have to ask for napkins, butter, jelly, etc. They got you. It used to be difficult to get through to call in but that doesn't seem to be a problem anymore. Plus they have online orders separated and pretty well organized. My only suggestion for improvements would be to make an update to their ordering system so they can enter customized tonic drinks and add "carry out" to your organized food table. I called in my last order and they set it in the "Online orders" section so when I got there, the staff couldn't find it. We found it though and we were all happy. read more

Friendly hosts, good food, horrible service. I don't leave negative reviews, this is my first. The service was this bad. We had Brande as our waitress and her response to us was always "sure in a few minutes" which equated to 15+ minutes. Glasses were always empty. Creamer for coffee when we first arrived, refill on soda, water, all the basics. She waited on other tables before us that were seated long after us. We are big tippers....usually. Don't treat your customers like they are a hassle. Just because you start off bad doesn't mean you can't do well the rest of the time. You treated us like a lost cause. That's too bad. Don't come here if you are in a hurry. We were here over an hour but not because we wanted to be. Seated quickly. Food was good. I recommend the Floridian French Toast. read more

Always delicious! I get the chicken pesto quinoa power bowl and the apple kale tonic drink (I think that's what they are called), and they are SO GOOD!!!! I love it here! read more

Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch Food is good, prices reasonable We have come here often Good crowd read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairway, Kansas

This is definitely my favorite new breakfast and brunch spot. Excellent service and food. I had Belgian waffles with a side of fresh strawberries , strawberry jam and hot maple syrup along with two eggs and turkey sausage links. Plus a fresh hot pot of great coffee, of which I consumed two large cups of with hazel nut creamer. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairway, Kansas

The wait staff were went out of their way to make us feel uncomfortable and not welcomed. We sat and waited while we watched the waiter deliberately avoid us. Finally we had enough after the waiter that told us he'll be back only for him to go out his way to seat other customers. Mind you we're the only black Americans in this establishment. I've been here plenty of times I've never encountered anything like this here before. My money is just as good as the me the next person. I really didn't want to give this place one star! read more

Mike and I have been going to this First Watch since before we married 2012. We have had many people wait on us, but Karen is the best! She remembers all of our special needs and wants! I like to call her Sunshine because she always has a smile on her face and warmth in her heart! You must ask for Karen at the Fairway First Watch! read more

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Best breakfast place in the area. All kinds of breakfast and brunch options. Also good for lunch.

Service was totally friendly and just peachy. My two pancakes (bacon/cheddar and carrot cake with pecans) were probably the best I've ever had. I was blown away. I honestly debated ordered another set because they were so yummy! Loved the free newspapers too. Gave me something to read during my solo stay. read more

Amazing service, great food, friendly environment. My family looks forward to going there eve time we are in Joplin!!

This was my first time here; I came to meet a friend. I had been told it was quite good, but pricey. Well..for starters, the server, Serena was helpful and allowed us the extra time to figure out what we wanted. Coffee was good, and hey some ice water with lemon. Small things, small touches--not bad. I didn't see what I wanted on the menu (I probably wasn't looking hard enough!), so I described the type and kind of breakfast that I wanted. The server knew the menu well and happened to show me, on the menu, what I wanted. Service was fast and the food delicious. I wanted a more traditional breakfast and that is what I got. Like others have said, customizing what you want it not a problem. On the way out, the cashier made sure that I enjoyed my meal--it was not simply a matter of being ring up. Definitely recommended--and FYI, it is not pricey, quite reasonable in fact. read more

You know, First Watch is not so bad if you order the right things. The Triathlete omelet made of egg whites and stuffed with other goodies is similar to what we do with a bowl full of egg whites at home after using all the yolks to make ice cream custard. It is a real treat... and it is here, too. We did take out and arrived just after closing time of 230pm, and the dude running host duty came out to great us at the locked door. Nice touch. : ) read more

Crystal is our fav server of all time! She worked at a different First Watch and then came to this location. We followed her here. She is so nice, so thoughtful and so gracious! If there is an employee of the year award, then our vote is for her!! Also, Enrique was very professional, and very personable. Together they made our dining experience wonderful! read more

Love the breakfast. Easy vibe, welcoming staff. Appreciate the coffee pot on the table. The Trifecta bfast is the best of both worlds of protein and carbs...at least that's a good excuse for eating a waffle! read more

I am in love with this place! Great services and amazing food especially the cornbread carnitas bowl! Great local brunch breakfast spot!

I haven't been to the First Watch in Lawrence for some time now, but spent the weekend in KC for a bridal show, so we had breakfast here before heading to the bridal show. It was packed on a Sunday morning around 10 (shocking, I know). It was an unseasonably nice day, so we sat outside and enjoyed the sunshine until our table was ready. Only a 20 minute wait, so that made me happy! The only minor complaint I have is that it was REALLY hot in there! Too warm and almost nauseating. I chose the far west omelet and it was excellent. I also like that they left a pitcher of water and a pot of coffee on our table. It was nice not having to wait for a refill. read more

This is a breakfast staple for our family. My wife, I, and our three young boys go hear about once a month. The food is great. It has a lot to choose from, including pancakes, waffles, granola, egg scrambles, and omelets. We have never had a bad meal. The wait can be long if you go on the weekends, especially in the spring and summer. Getting there early helps. The wait staff is very friendly, and is always excited to see us. If you like breakfast, this is a must visit. read more

Nicholas was our server this morning. The food was excellent and the service was friendly and prompt. First Watch is always a great breakfast spot. read more

Great Food Great Service nothing but high marks across the board. Breakfast is a to go place but they also have great salads and sandwiches Always close at 3pm daily which I think is cool read more

We've eaten here a number of times for breakfast. The food is generally tasty. Sometimes excellent. The service is generally good, but we did have a somewhat lousy experience. More on that shortly. The one frustrating thing though, is the wait. Every single time, we've waited a long time for food. Generally 30 minutes or so. So the bad experience? My wife, who was in the middle of chemo for breast cancer, ordered an omelette that had broccoli in it. The chemo messed up her senses of smell and taste. When the food came, the smell of the broccoli made her nauseous. I apologized to the waiter, as it wasn't their fault, and asked if we could order another omelette without the broccoli, but with onions and peppers instead. I'd have been OK to pay for another one. He was clearly irritated, and replaced the omelette with one that wasn't even close to what she asked for. So, she ended up going hungry. We weren't about to ask for yet another one. read more

I live this place they have great brunch and free WiFi! There pancakes are to die for! read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Fairway, Kansas

Love the menu at First Watch. This location is nice & quiet during weekdays. The fruit crepes are amazing & their version of eggs Benedict is by far my favorite anywhere! read more

i am a die hard first watch fan but this first watch takes the crown. Brian the GM was incredibly accommodating when there was an issue BUT Kaleb outshines them all. he transformed a situation into a personable phone call i won't forget. 12/10 recommend. read more

This is an outstanding breakfast spot! We had an incredibly efficient and nice waitress that brought us even better food. I had the veg omelette which was tasty and too easy to finish! The pancakes my husband ordered were even better - best pancakes I've ever had (and I have eaten at a lot of good diners). The pancakes are fluffy and have an unbelievable taste to them - just right to satisfy anyone's morning sweet tooth! The only reason this place loses a star is because of the inside conditions. I understand remodeling but the inside looks pretty beat up with random wood pieces in some areas - a more proper name for the restaurant would be "Under Construction". However, I definitely plan on returning and ready to re-review when the remodel is finished and not under construction. read more

Love, love did I say love First Watch. Have been going to the Fairway location for years. The quality of food is consistent and there are many cult favorites but they are always offering new options. I enjoy a dish , the breakfast scramble, which is no longer on the menu but they still will make it for me on request . One of the noticeable perks at the Fairway location (the only one we go dine at) is the wait staff. Many of these people have been there as long as I have been going there... no doubt these people contribute to a superior breakfast /lunch experience!!!! Although I have many favorites,I do have to give a shout out to Karen. You will never see her without a smile on her face and on game days will be sporting her favorite teams (Royals/Chiefs) jersey. If something isn't served to her standard she will fix it before you even realize there was a problem. Great group of people serving quality food... creating a great family atmosphere Kudos to management who know the secret to a great product is keeping seasoned employees. This place is busy on weekends ..be sure to use the Yelp option to get in line and avoid a long wait! read more

Very pleased every time I eat here. The food is always so yummy and quick to come out. They just came out with a cookbook too of their recipes??? I'm too excited to buy it. Love the Kale Tonic to drink. read more

Still the slowest service in any First Watch we go to. We waited 15 minutes after we were seated but didn't see a server. Yes, I could have gone and asked, but should you have to? read more

Favorite First Watch! I've had nothing but good experiences here. The workers are all super friendly and helpful. The wait time is never very bad either, even on the weekends. I'll never go back to the First Watch located in Westport brunch. read more

I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone with Celiac disease. They have always done a good job taking care of me and my food needs. My husband loves everything he eats there too. The waiters and waitress are great! read more

Last time my potatoes were burnt. This time my poached eggs were completely cooked like a hard boiled egg, which defeats the purpose of having the yolk break over the potatoes. Update: now they want to add/charge things to your to-go order, that you didn't ask for. The service continues to dwindle at this location. read more

First Watch in Fairway is my favorite restaurant for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Everything I've eaten there has been delicious! I often order blueberry multigrain pancakes because they're light, fluffy, and loaded with fresh blueberries that burst in my mouth with flavor. The avocado toast and Floridian French toast are wonderful as well. In addition to the great food, I love First Watch in Fairway because the servers are so friendly and attentive. Needless to say, I heartily recommend First Watch! read more

I used to love this First Watch location and visit frequently. As of the last 3-4 times I have visited, I have noticed a real significant delay and variability in service. Sometimes other tables that order after me, get their service faster. I initially thought it might be a server problem, but after getting the same service with different servers, I believe it might be a kitchen problem. Delayed service with no explanation should be an exception not the norm. I will try another First Watch location to see if this is across the board. read more

If you've not been to First Watch, you're missing out. The management and staff are wonderful. Always so attentive and friendly! The food is of a much higher quality than most breakfast places and I like that they have healthier options, that are always fresh and delicious. I recommend this place to all my friends and family. I've tried other breakfast places and they just don't compare. I always feel like other breakfast places, the food comes out extremely greasy and overdone. Not at First Watch though. You can't go wrong!!! read more

Very disappointing. They seem to need a manager on the floor. This is the third time in recent memory I've been seated and forgotten. After ten minutes, I threw in the towel. read more

Here's another place I cannot believe I haven't reviewed. Just looking at the photos other Yelpers have posted makes me excited to go back. The two things I love best about this place are: 1) the service, and 2) the fact that they let you make substitutions with no fuss. My go-to order - - - a banana pancake with an egg over medium. Can't go wrong with any of the omelettes either. My only dislike is their coffee which is rather bitter. read more

There is a reason that First Watch is packed every Saturday and Sunday morning. Because it's amazing! And worth the wait! I love the Fairway location. There is not a bad seat in the house. The servers are incredibly friendly and chipper. You can get in and out fast (well, once you make it through the wait and to your table) or stay and enjoy your coffee and paper as long as you'd like. The food is simple, classic, American style breakfast food. Everything is fresh and cooked to order. And there are many lighter options available on the menu, so you won't leave feeling like you've just blown a day's worth of calories on your morning meal! Unless that is your plan...bc it can be accomplished, too. This is one of my go-to breakfast joints. I always leave satisfied! read more

I was eating here before a wedding with the groom and other groomsmen. It probably had something to do with the fact that we were all wearing tuxedos, but the waitress was very attentive, and when she was told that we had a bit of a time crunch, she expedited our service. I had the Acapulco Express omelet. The avocado was delicious, and the green chilis added a very nice kick to it. The breakfast potatoes and english muffin were standard. I give the food a 3.4-4, and the service a 5. read more

We were visiting KC for Anniversary and this placed was fabulous! I had the Tri-fecta!! The waggle was unbelievable!!! Service was great and the atmosphere was enjoyable!! Highly recommend!! read more

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