Met friends for an early breakfast and things started out smoothly. Our orders were correct and food was satisfactory. Water carafes were offered which helped keep our cups full. Courteous and kind service, however, still getting inattentive vibes that I often get when I visit this or the Oakridge restaurant. When this S College First Watch isn't busy, I absolutely prefer this location for service and overall experience over the Oakridge location. Not too busy and welcoming, clean ambiance. Parking was easy. Private lot. A bump up with stars since it was a satisfactory visit and overall our visit went swell. Personally, I prefer other locally owned breakfast joints, however, we did all leave with an okay experience. Their menu does come to attract those who are looking for salad greens and unique flavors, ingredients, and a seasonal menu. I wonder if less attentive vibes near the mid and end of our service is because they want me to pay my ticket using the QR code, rather than paying at the register? Maybe I'm too old school and am being too harsh... but it feels awkward, and I often feel like I'm leaving with a "don't let the door hit you on the way out" feeling that doesn't feel so great. I'm curious so will email them to confirm. read more

They have had quite the turnover in staff over the last year. Some of the staff are great and some are so-so. The food is generally good. They do not have it labeled for food allergens however. There are minimal choices if you are vegan/gluten free. The ambience is casual but it is always clean and cozy. Love the plaque they put up for George Hopper. That was fun to see when i was in last. read more

The First Watch location on College is one of our favorite breakfast spots to visit. We've tried a few different items like the breakfast tacos and the biscuits and turkey sausage gravy with eggs. Both are great options. I recently tried the chimichurri steak and eggs hash from their seasonal menu. It's the most aromatic dish I've had at First Watch, but it's probably my least favorite because it was heavier than other meals I've ordered. I usually get the Chile chorizo omelette with the mixed greens and whole grain toast (that I end up sharing with the table). We also usually order the tri-fecta and a side of potatoes for the table to share. The restaurant is bright and clean. The service is always great from the moment we walk in and we've never had to wait. They leave a coffee carafe at each table so refills are easy peasy. They also have an outdoor patio area out front and it's dog friendly. I love bringing my dog here every now and then to enjoy breakfast with the family. read more

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First Watch is another chain I'm obsessed with! The food and staff are incredible at each location. I always get the tri-fecta, and it's never been bad! The waitress saw me with a book and was very quiet to approach me and avoided un-necessary interruptions. She told me she didn't want to break up my reading in any good spots, and I really appreciated that. read more

First Watch - Tri-fecta: waffle, scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes, and coffee. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft Collins, Colorado

Definitely a new favorite breakfast spot! This location was not near as busy as I've seen the downtown one, so it was a pleasant surprise. The restaurant is very comfortable with subtle but nice decor. We were seated right away as well as greeted by our server. I unfortunately can't remember his name, but our server was excellent. He was friendly and prompt. The food was excellent as well. I ordered the seasonal breakfast tacos and they were amazing! They were a bit messy, but so worth it! The potatoes were a little underdone for my liking, but still tasty. The bacon - oh my goodness the bacon. This is some of the best bacon I have ever tasted and I would come here just for that! read more

Food was as good as ever at any first watch. Our server Lily made the experience great. Thank you!

Fresh juices here are amazing and the big portions are a plus. We come here every chance we get! I love it here. read more

The food was fantastic and so was the surface, even though I was only a party of one.. they gave me a nice booth with a view. Highly recommend. I have eaten there a few times. read more

Our family of six flew into town for a quick weekend visit to the Ft. Collins area. Friday morning, 10:00am and the breakfast hungries set in. A quick Yelp search turned up First Watch which was just what we were looking for. I went with a special, the Barbacoa Benedict. Served on corn tortillas this unique "South of the border" take on a Benny featured Hollandaise and also salsa, along with a mildly spiced Barbacoa meat which I believe was pork. Wife N had their pancakes with lemon curd which were great. Side of perfectly crispy bacon. Son's "The Works" Omelette was excellent. Coming from Portland, our impressions are that the food quality was great (equal or better) and pricing is excellent for the quality. Very happy with First Watch, and we'll be back again for more yummies! read more

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Best breakfast in Fort Collins. Great service and outstanding food. I have been there 5 times and enjoyed every time.

Really enjoyed coming here! The Lavender Haze was the prefect drink to start up the meal, and it's beautiful. I got the Avocado Toast which was great as well. My friends got the pancakes and French Toast, which are very large portions! The service was great as well. read more

Another 5-star visit this week. I like the warm feel inside this First Watch. I lingered for a long while waiting for my breakfast date and my server was gracious and kind. Set me up with a carafe of coffee and water. Once my person arrived, we placed our order and it was delivered quickly since we had limited time at that point. More coffee, more friendly smiles... great food! I ordered the A.M. Superfoods Bowl for the first time. It was delicious! If chia seed pudding is your jam, this menu option is filling and a great presentation of such a breakfast. Yum! read more

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First Watch was a fine stop for breakfast. The variety of selections was fantastic! We both are very well. The service was great too, but the space certainly has a chain restaurant vibe. Overall no complaints! read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft Collins, Colorado

We don't make it here much because I'm a night owl and they're usually closed by the time we're ready to leave the house, but when we make it, it's a treat. We've tried several things here and it's all been really tasty. Been here a few times and we've never left disappointed or hungry. We went here on Saturday because we needed to be out and about early (for me) and knew First Watch is where we wanted to go. I got the Roast Beef and Havarti sandwich, subbed in a chocolate chip muffin instead of the greens, no onions. My spouse got The Works and got it made frittata style, no onions or sour cream; spouse also got one plain pancake. Super delicious and filling. I hope we can make it back again soon because it's really delicious, hearty food. read more

First Watch - Roast Beef and Havarti with a chocolate chip muffin subbed in. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft Collins, Colorado

This is tied for my favorite breakfast/brunch place in Fort Collins. This location is very clean, and less crowded (shorter waits) than other places as you get closer to old town. The food is excellent with good portion sizes and reasonable prices. I had the special short rib Benedict. Which is exactly what I wanted...meaty, savory perfection. The arugula is a surprisingly good addition to this dish and makes me feel less guilty about eating the dish. I sampled my wife's truffle frittata and it was really good. I never got a 2nd nite because she inhaled it and claims it was the best thing she's eaten. The service was very attentive and courteous. The good came out hot and promptly. We never felt rushed. It was a perfect brunch! I'm looking forward to coming back. read more

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Great place. I love any place in foco with good food that isnt racist lol. Great young progressive staff that could careless about Colorado of old. I usually get my food unbelievably salt or an excess of grease when I am not welcomed. None of that hear. read more

Soooo good and the Bloody Mary is perfection! Service is always so friendly and the kitchen is fast so come in hungry!!!

First Watch took over all the Egg & I's here in Fort Collins and they're like a hipster IHOP. I love it. The juices are so delicious! They were handing out free samples when we were there. The service was incredible, we had the most charming and personable server who was cracking jokes and being so hospitable the whole time. He was offering all kinds of substitutions to make sure we had the perfect breakfast experience. The food was delicious as well. The pancakes were the perfect balance of fluffy and crispy. I'll be returning! read more

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We recently had a chance to check First Watch out when we were shopping in the area on Black Friday. Based on other reviewers mentioning how busy they get, we were pleasantly surprised to find it pretty empty when we visited and we were able to go right in and be seated. The seating areas are clean and bright and have a fresh, modern farmhouse decor feel to them. In addition to table and booth seating, they also offer a large family style table where anyone can sit and mingle with other diners which I thought was nice. I had an order of Avocado Toast with a side of Seasoned Potatoes. My son had the Market Skillet and my hubby had the Market Skillet with a side of Cheesy Bob's Red Mill Grits. Our server was friendly and our food came out fast. Everything was cooked to perfection. Even our eggs were hot and runny as they should have been which I find is a challenge for most breakfast places to execute. We all enjoyed our meal and left satisfied. We will definitely eat here again. Just wish they were open later. With our schedule, it's a challenge for us to make it to breakfast/brunch places, so we probably won't get to eat here as often as we'd like :). read more

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We had a great experience at the Yelp event, having brunch for dinner, at First Watch. They had a delicious food and drink menu. I really liked the refreshing cucumber, apple, kale drink and avocado, egg sandwich. My friend liked their newly created mushroom omelette. The staff was so helpful and friendly (ours was Sarah) and I really liked the environment. read more

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Used to be a big fan, loved the staff and the environment. Super good food and service. The only thing that was disappointing was how uninvolved and inappropriate the manager was. We wanted to compliment the food but he was "too busy".. but not busy enough to make weird remarks and comments to the female staff. Extremely upsetting to see with my 8 year old daughter. I don't want her thinking that that's what she deserves once she starts her life as an adult. read more

Great place to eat without the long lines. The food not only looked great but was delicious. The place was clean and spacious with great service. Loved the Floridian French toast. Highly recommend. read more

The food is excellent. the service I had today was terrible . I waited almost 10 minutes while my waitress talked with a couple of ladies at another table. read more

Solid breakfast spot! One of my favorite meals is breakfast and I am fairly picky about which places I call my favorites. I've been here a few times now and I have always been happy with my meal. The staff was super friendly and helpful, especially in these pandemic times. We ate inside and found a table in the corner. This particular time I got eggs, hash browns, and a biscuit and gravy. My wife got the "skillet" type meal and toast. The coffee was good, but not stand-out. The food is always good and fresh, but for me it lacks that extra "something" to get me excited. I feel like all the food is done just about the way you might expect it to be made, but without any creativity. I will always be happy to come here and get a good breakfast. Maybe I haven't found the right dish yet...so I'll keep sampling and see where that takes me. Try out First Watch! read more

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Let's be honest - I've avoided this place. Who, exactly, decided that one of our favorite breakfast places, The Egg & I, should become something that I don't recognize? So, I showed them by not going there. I'm stubborn, and I needed to make my point. With my point firmly made, we finally went there yesterday, mostly so that I could collect some intel and blast out a stinging review of this franchise appearing overnight to interrupt my world. NIMBY!....or so I thought. I don't normally wait a whole day to type up some thoughts, and it's now been almost exactly 24 hours. So why did I wait? I guess I just needed time to digest the crow that came with my breakfast. Ahem.... So, yes, I can now see why this Ben & Florentine franchise exploded across Canada over the past 10 years - boasting almost 60 locations there at last count. They've now burst onto the seen in the US, and we should be ashamed of ourselves for being so stubborn about not having these wonderful neighbors over sooner. Shouldn't we? God, I hate it when I'm right about being so wrong. First Watch offers an innovative menu, and they promise to change it up every 6 months to keep us coming back. A neat trick that I now fully intend to fall for. The Headline: Everything we had was great. The Farmhouse Skillet Hash with basted eggs (a special request) was perfectly incredible. I even gave in to the temptation to try the "million dollar bacon", and bacon will never be the same again. Wow! (Don't worry, after the conversion from Canadian dollars, it runs about $5...). There was plenty of friendly staff on-hand, and the meals were served pretty quickly - even during a busy weekend morning. The waiting area at this location was a bit chaotic and spread out, but they offer freshly brewed coffee and water while you wait. They also provide a "community table" for folks who don't have patience for waiting and also don't mind sharing their breakfast with strangers. Now that my attitude has melted, we may just try that seating arrangement next time. So, I hope all of you change-resistant people out there have learned your lesson. Just try it - you're gonna like it. You KNOW you are....! read more

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This is a lovely breakfast house. Great decor, relaxing environment. Food is delicious with ample servings their signature juices and drinks. Look amazing. Plan on a enjoyable experience. Take your time and enjoy your meal. read more

Our favorites are the farmhouse skillet, the kale cooler, the million-dollar bacon, and the thick-cut whole-grain toast is also delicious even though it just toast, it's the best kind. They have always tried to accommodate requests. The first time we went here our food was just ok. Since then we hadn't gone back till one day they were all that was close and delivered for breakfast. We were so satisfied with our meal we've ordered again for takeout which is pretty great for a breakfast place, they seem to put a lot of care into prep and packaging the handful of times we have ordered. Their online ordering for pickup only lists half of their menu which is frustrating. For example, you can't order a side of extra toast, or if you wanted the yogurt and granola bowl they won't do that but you can get the chia seed bowl which seems like it would need the same prep and containers. I realize restaurants don't want to do take out but a large portion of their business is undoubtedly going that way permanently. Service here has always been great. They do delivery within a certain range and we love that. They also do curbside pickup for now. read more

Just finished breakfast here. Amazingly fresh and tasty food. I had the Chickichanga and wife had the Pesto Chicken Quinoa. Both were high quality ingredients and taste was amazing. This is not the same ole same ole breakfast. Definitely going back!! read more

First Watch - Chickichanga - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft Collins, Colorado

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First Watch is new to Fort Collins, located in the old space that use to be The Egg & I off of Oakridge. The restaurant has been renovated with neutral colors and rustic barn wood. The menu includes unique choices and the wait staff is good at meeting the needs and anticipating wants. The coffee is smooth and a small pot is left at each table. Salad is standard on some entrees, but potatoes are included if you ask. The table next to us didn't realize this and was disappointed, but their server soon arrived with potatoes. The flavors and spices in the special bacon are great, but some of the potatoes seemed under cooked. read more

First Watch - Nice flavors - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft Collins, Colorado

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A new spin on breakfast, brunch and lunch ! The fresh squeezed juices are very refreshing and I love that they have a rotating one! The wait staff is incredibly friendly. While Egg and I might have been a staple, this new restaurant is kicking it into high gear for new and unique plates that cater to those who enjoy a healthy breakfast. But that's not all, it's for all the sweet tooth breakfast lovers as well!! The Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are phenomenal. The decor upgrade is a nice touch; from a French style cafe to a new, hip, barn style decor. The place is much brighter and a lot more open. A great spot for a quick bite to eat but with all the amenities of a high end restaurant. Can't wait to go back! read more

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First Watch is a yummy breakfast/ lunch spot that is perfect for a healthy eater! They take pride in the sourcing of their food! Their homemade juices are delicious & their avocado toast is my favorite! read more

First Watch - Avocado toast! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft Collins, Colorado

Ordered delivery and I ordered two sides of potatoes. They decided to combine the two orders and put bacon on it. I would recommend you guys don't do that because people are vegetarian and can be allergic to pork. So highly disappointed that I ordered it as two separate sides for a reason and this happens. Side of fruit was fine but that's all I had to eat for breakfast this morning. read more

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I have only been here once but my breakfast was delicious and my service was very good. Jack was my server and he was very attentive and accommodating. I don't normally write reviews so this place really stuck with me enough to write a review! read more

First Watch - BLT Benedict without the bread, add potatoes! Gluten free. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft Collins, Colorado

This place is soooo adorable! A friend of mine took me here and I loved it. The food is fresh and delish, the service was good and the ambiance amazing. This is my new favorite brunch place. I really enjoyed myself. Everything was clean and taken care of. The whole restaurant is so cute, there were so many cute little touches I couldn't get over. And the food was so good and just fresh tasting, I couldn't decide on what to get. The menu has many optionsI can not wait to go back. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft Collins, Colorado

I have to say that I don't know that I've seen Service this poor in years. I entered the store after three people had come in just before me and myself, and then there was a person waiting to pay at the cash register. There was no one at the cash register, and no one to greet customers as they arrived. After several minutes, one of the servers came over to help a person check out and then left. A few minutes later, a gentleman oh, I assumed was a manager, came out of the kitchen area and ignoring another person at the checkstand, and the three people waiting and myself went to talk to a server who had come up with a question. Eventually he seated the three people went over to the checkstand to accept payment from a customer and finally I interrupted to tell them that I had an order to pick up. He went over to a shelf that apparently had to go orders on it that wasn't visible to me And said he didn't see my order and went back to the kitchen to check. When he came back, he asked me if it was under another name and I said my first name is Carl and he says oh that's what the bag says. Carl Edwards. Once a party was seated, the service went pretty quickly. So it seems the entire problem was with the manager and the front end. What a shame! read more

Wow! Outstanding food. Healthy. Generous portions. Great menu. Try the Bacado Omelette. It doesn't disappoint! Service was outstanding! read more

First Watch - Dining room - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft Collins, Colorado

Had brunch here with a friend and we were totally WOWed! Everything on the inventive menu is scratch made. My friend had the frittata rustica and loved it so much she bought the cookbook! I was feeling fall vibes and went for the pumpkin pancake plate. The pancakes had great texture with the whole grain mix they use and the seasoning was delicate, not fakey. Coffee was amazing and the juice bar and cocktails looked delish (maybe next time). If you are looking for a great place to have a delicious meal, you found it! read more

Fabulous everything blt w/egg green nutritional drink the best Waite staff quick and bright

One of the healthiest, heartiest breakfast meals I have ever eaten. There's only one negative: I wish this restaurant was situated where I live!! Everything was prepared fresh, hot, and delicious. Food was ready well in advance of the estimated time, which was nice. I had the power wrap which was so flavorful I did not have to use salt, pepper, hot sauce or anything else. It was that good! My wife had the a.m. bowl and it too was delicious. Very filling, she couldn't finish it & ate the second half later. The bread used for both the almond butter toast & my buttered toast was delicious, almost wish I could take a loaf home. Overall I cannot say enough good about this place-HIGHLY recommend!! read more

They acquired Egg & I and with that has become a national chain. They seem to be good for healthy breakfast. I would certainly dine at this place. read more

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