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    3.2 (34 reviews)
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    Chile Chorizo
    Brittanie M.

    We've been to First Watch many times in other states and cities but this one just opened up in our hometown. I woke up at 8:30 and went to the website and it said it would be a 20 minute wait. I added us on the waitlist and we headed that way. After I checked in, I was still told it would be about 20 minutes. They had a little coffee bar set up in the foyer for patrons to enjoy why they waited for their table. That was a nice touch. After 20 minutes, we still didn't get a text that our table was ready so we decided to go back inside. We were immediately seated. I think they are still working out the kinks of walk ins, check ins, and waitlist. They also were super busy still because it's new and fresh to Fredericksburg but it was surprising to see that they did have a lot of tables that were in need of bussing. It took a bit longer than I expected for us to get our food, but again still super busy and I think they are still working out a few kinks. The food was delicious as always, I just wish they had some of the summer option the other locations do. They were missing from their menu. We ordered the Morning Meditation, Cinnamon Toast Cereal Milk, Chickichanga, Chile Chorizo, and a side of Biscuits and Gravy. The juice wasn't as sweet as previous times I've had it; it seemed their juice ratio was a little off. The cinnamon toast cereal milk definitely tastes like alcohol lol. I liked the Chile Chorizo omelette and the cheese grits were perfect. The rockstar of our meal was the Chickichanga. It was so goooood! The Vera Cruz Sauce was to die for!

    Kids breakfast
    Aleshia A.

    This new first watch was packed when we came for a little Saturday brunch! The wait was around 30 mins which was fine but just know this place is popular for the time being. The restaurant inside is dirty. Tables left unbussed for over an hour(it was exactly the same when we put our name on the waitlist, when we sat to eat, and when we left), dust and spiderwebs everywhere. The food was good, no different than any other first watch to be honest and nothing to write home about. The cereal milk cocktail was delicious and I'd recommend you give it try if your feeling a like having a sweet treat with your breakfast.

    Chile Chorizo Omelette
    Carmen L.

    Despite it being a Friday morning, this place was hopping yet service was fantastic. We had a couple of servers come check on us and, what's even more amazing is our food came out super fast. I had the Chile Chorizo Omelette, which came with a salad and toast. They overdid it with the chiles just a bit, but it was fine because I scrapped them off. Overall, food was good, tasty, and staff was friendly. This is a great place to meet others for breakfast or brunch.

    Alex P.

    Came here on a Saturday morning for breakfast. The breakfast was great. We ordered a maple croissant sandwich and the lemon pancakes. The pancakes needed a bit more toppings. We also received fresh jalepeños instead of pickled on the croissant which made it much spicier than expected. The server was great. However, this location needs major work on the check-in process. They did not appear to be sitting people in order which was concerning to me and other costumers who were also waiting. Otherwise, I would come back to eat breakfast again!

    J E.

    I really enjoy visiting First Watch restaurants when I travel, so I'm glad that we have two new one nearby, with this being one of them. So, I recently came in for the first time, stopping in right after they opened for breakfast on a Monday. I did have to wait a few mins when I walked in, but the guy working the bar came over and took care of seating me and I opted for the bar. He was great, very friendly, engaging, and helpful. I opted for their breakfast sandwich, which didn't take long to come out. It was really good! Nice and fresh ingredients and flavor was nice too. There have been some not-so-good reviews given, but that wasn't my experience this time. I'll definitely return.

    Salad
    Cheryl M.

    I was traveling through Virginia and pulled off of 95S to get gas and found this place to eat. The place is clean and spacious. We were served pretty quick. I'm writing this review several days later and I don't recall the names of the salad but I will say it was delicious

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    21 days ago

    Food arrived at table but was not hot. Waitress seemed unbothered. I wouldn't return here.

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    8 days ago

    The food was amazinggggg!!! Absolutely delicious. Definitely recommend . Will be coming back

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    Food is prepared well and is generally tasty. Menu has a variety of items quenching the taste buds of most guests.

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    7 months ago

    One pancake... $9. Nope! Not even on a Sunday! Grits are excellent but that's it. Very expensive so only so-so food.

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    5 months ago

    First time. The worst eggs Benedict I've ever had in my life. I'll probably give them another chance in a few months

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    7 months ago

    What a great experience! The food and service is off the chain. If you like sweet and spicy, the Maple Bacon Croissant Sandwich is a must.

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    9 months ago

    Food was really good today. The wait wasn't too long this morning. We will be back soon

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