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    First Watch

    4.2 (233 reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Carla G.

    The food today was excellent! Fresh and hot, and the coffee is bottomless. A shout out to our server Felisha, excellent and efficient, friendly and fun. I got the Tri fecta, with a waffle, eggs over easy and bacon. The blueberry compote was just enough to sweeten the waffle. Mr. G. Got the Salmon Benedict. I've had this before, and he loved it. We shared an order of steel cut oatmeal. The restaurant is clean (no sticky tables), and it was warm. No drafts. There is a Community Table, booth, and table, seating. There is also a take out option. I would definitely go back, recommend, and bring people to First Watch. It is always a lovely experience and meal.

    Trifecta w/ waffle, sub the eggs for breakfast potatoes and chicken sausage
    Nikki J.

    This may be the shortest review I've written to date. It was what I needed to kick off my birthday weekend. I loved the flavor of the chicken sausage. Because I'm not a beef or pork eater, I find myself hoping restaurants have alternatives for bacon. I was pleasantly surprised. My only critic of this visit is that my side of potatoes were a tad bit too salty, they weren't unbearable. I would definitely return again. Delightful breakfast, I must say.

    Carnitas Breakfast Burrito
    Monte' J.

    I came in today with the wife for a quick meal. There was not a wait and we were seated right away. I opted for a new item on the menu Carnitas Breakfast burrito as well as the Cinnamon Chip Pancake. The Burrito was so good, a little lite on the carnitas but the flavor was amazing. I liked the avocado, black beans and potatoes in this mix with the tomatillo hollandaise. The staff was polite, attentive and on their job as usual(at this location) My wife ordered a skillet of some kind.(see the pic) I can say that you are sensitive to dairy this may not be for you as it has a few different kinds of cheese including Cotija cheese.

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    Chi H.

    I did not know Independence has a First Watch. Went here for the first time, it a pretty decent size, always full and packed during brunch hours. Lucky, we had a reservation, which I will recommend to do the day of. We were seated right away when we told them we had reserve. Staff were friendly, food was spectacular, and atmosphere was inviting, clean and open. I would definitely go back here again.

    Ham & gruyere; Tomato basil soup (choose 2 lunch special)
    Susanna D.

    Nice large booths. Good service. Staff wore masks. Clean and good atmosphere. I got the choose 2 lunch special: ham & gruyere sandwich and tomato basil soup and both were rich, properly cooked, and delicious.

    Million Dollar Bacon screen shot from the online menu-friends your bacon will look the same and taste better!
    Elizabeth O.

    Manna from heaven. The entree's appear to be photoshopped in person, due to the quality and freshness of the ingredients. All rave about First Watch is legit. *This is NOT a greasy spoon* Don't get it twisted I LOVE a good ole' greasy spoon, but this is most certainly not that kind of vibe. This is great menu options including juices named 'Watermelon Wake Up' that is sooo good. If I could wish upon a star for and be granted any selection from the menu it would be...THE MILLION DOLLAR BACON! Wowsers these strips of bacon are amazing! Enjoy my friends

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    Always spot on which is why this is one of my first choices. Fast service. Great food and fun combinations, clean and fun decor.

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    One of my favorite brunch spots - I get the farmhouse hash which is the perfect mix of fresh and hardy . The Carmel coffee is a MUST!

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    I am so excited that I've found a family friendly place to take my kiddos and also be Abel to enjoy a fresh squeezed kale tonic!!

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    Lovely atmosphere, excellent food and service! Roast beef sandwich- great! Everything we had was plentiful and delicious!

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    Fantastic food, great service, clean. Great place for breakfast and lunch! Highly recommend

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    Great food and open daily. No waiting to be seated and very many choices! Going back soon

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    One of my favorite brunch spots. I love their coffee, million dollar bacon, breakfast tacos! I 100% recommend coming here!

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    Any place where you can get mimosas and a skillet is a win in my book. The food was brought out quickly and the lighting was perfect.

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