It was my first time trying this and it was better than expected. The waffle tasted like it was from a more expensive restaurant. My wife tried the BLT and was surprised to find that it was not toasted and the potatoes were a bit hard, while they offered toasted bread after the fact, she was already over it. The hot chocolate was chocolaty, but tasted a bit like a typical packaged powder mix and the coffee was strong. The syrup on the table was just fine and I did not see the need to get maple. They were crowded and the service was a bit slow, but as a result the server offered a $20 gift card for a future visit. So the waffle was the clear winner and will definitely be back. It does seem like a Panera style/layout wise, but I am fine with that. read more

Didn't really like the food. I got a multigrain pancake as part of the trifecta - it didn't taste right. Can't explain it. Also the turkey sausages felt like something you buy from a grocery store. The eggs were fine I guess. The hot chocolate definitely tasted watery. Idk it was disappointing to me. Service was good and the place was packed, so maybe it was my food choices but I don't know if I'll be coming back. read more

I came here for brunch on a Saturday, and it was okay. It was pretty busy, and we were able to be seated quickly which was great. The space is bright and spacious, with plenty of seating. As far as food goes, there's a pretty decent menu, spanning from sweet and savory, breakfast and lunchy items. I ended up going with the honey crunch caramel iced coffee, and the tri-fecta with the multigrain pancake, egg, and sausage. The pancake was gigantic! I liked how easy it was to customize my meal, but everything seemed a bit overpriced and the food itself was just okay. read more

First Watch - Tri-Fecta - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

Absolutely delicious. May be one of my favorite breakfast bowls I've had in years. Service was top notch. Having coffee at the entrance for people waiting is an incredible idea. It does get busy on weekends, which is expected, but being able to drink coffee while waiting made it so much better. I'll definitely be returning! read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

This location is ... frustratingly erratic. I like the "Works" omelette. Typically it is plump and full of all the goodness. Not today. Stingy comes to mind. Sausage looks as if it was cooked in a microwave. Comes with a small portion of greens ... and today they were wilted and beyond. When it was time to pay, nobody at the register to take my payment or welcome the arriving and waiting customers. Nor were they busy in the dining room. Four were having a hen party in the kitchen. Mens room needed attention. For their prices, I expect a better and consistent experience. Perhaps it is time for more training and new mgt? read more

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Good service. Appreciate the ability to join the waitlist online and check current wait times. I like the seasonal specials. Today I tried the BEC (bacon egg and cheddar) sandwich it was really good and had a yummy spicy sauce. I also tried the mint mocha iced coffee which looked better than it tasted. I would not order the mint mocha again but overall a great brunch spot. read more

First Watch - Bacon Egg Cheddar sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

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Ordered the chicken pesto quinoa bowl, elevated egg sandwich, and a kale tonic. The quinoa bowl was just right. They season the chicken slices well and use just enough quinoa to balance the dish without making it feel like too much grain. The pesto and roasted tomatoes tie everything together. The kale tonic is always great. I order this every time and it never disappoints. I do like to water mine down as I drink it, but that's just me. The elevated egg sandwich comes on brioche that's actually light and fluffy. The avocado tastes fresh, but they oversalted the potatoes on the side (). I love potatoes too, so this one hurt a little. I ate maybe three bites before pushing them aside. Overall, the bowl and the tonic carried the meal. read more

My family decided to give First Watch a try for breakfast. We put our name in on the online check in with a wait time of around 30 minutes (weekday). When we arrived we waited an additional 10 minutes and were alerted to come in via text message. The restaurant has a very busy and quite loud for a weekday. The decor is a kind of classic country, but not outdated. We sat in a booth right by the semi-open kitchen. My wife and I both ordered their traditional breakfast. It comes with 2 eggs, toast, choice of meat and country potatoes. They were pretty standard diner style dishes. Our daughter got blueberry pancake and a green juice. The pancake was good, but not out of this world. Overall the food was good, not worth the price we paid, but good. I still don't totally get the hype and the ridiculous wait times. The wait staff is friendly and service was prompt. I wouldn't go out of my way to go to First Watch, but I wouldn't give them another shot. read more

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Consistency delicious, high quality, and fast breakfast Our server was amazing and I love the kitchen atmosphere. The restaurant is very loud but that goes with any busy restaurant. read more

First Watch - Traditional - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

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My friend and I had a fantastic late brunch here. It was our first visit but won't be the last. We were immediately seated and given menus. I was intrigued by the seasonal menu and ordered a boozy Cinnamon Toast Crunch drink. My friend ordered the Million Dollar Bloody Mary and proclaimed it excellent. For our meals I decided to stick to the seasonal menu and went with the double crunch breakfast tacos. Living in San Antonio for 8 years has rubbed off on me and I judge a restaurant by their tacos. These were the best breakfast tacos I've had hands down. I love both the crispy and soft shells and the pork carnitas inside were flavorful and tender. It was stuffed so thick there was probably enough for a third taco. They didn't skimp with the cheese, avocado or scrambled eggs either. Then to top it off it had a strip of bacon with a lime crema and cilantro drizzle. Wow these were excellent! My friend had the classic eggs Benedict and he was very happy. They have several different versions of eggs Benedict but you can't go wrong with the classic. As for me I'm hoping they keep the double crunch tacos on the menu! read more

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My family came in right before closing and they took great care of us! Ally did such a good job. My father is legally blind and was using phone to enlarge text. She took notice and offered him the large print/braille menu. He gladly accepted and it made his ordering experience much better! We really appreciate that, the quick service, and the food was great too! read more

I called a week in advance for a reservation, and found out that they don't accept them. I was assured that call ahead would be fine. So, the morning of, I used the app to reserve our spot. The timing was off, but I believe it was the fault of the table that wouldn't get up. Once we were seated, our orders were quickly taken and food was brought out. I don't know how this is my first time here. Everything was delicious! I can't wait to go back again! read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

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What a great brunch place! With a seasonal menu complimenting its regular dishes, First Watch offers food which is high quality and delicious! The atmosphere is what one would expect from a breakfast lunch spot - chatter and noise stemming from multiple parties dining at the same time - so timing is everything for a more enjoyable experience. I would recommend hopping on the wait list which is accessible through their First Watch website to streamline the process and to minimize wait time. I have also found that going during the week if your schedule allows minimizes wait time and busy crowds rather than dining during weekends. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. They were attentive without hovering. The food came out hot and was filling though I could see how people with larger appetites may not get enough. Portion size for certain foods runs small. I do recommend the skillet potatoes! First Watch doesn't disappoint! read more

First Watch - Breakfast Tacos with black beans - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

Can you ever go wrong at First Watch? The answer, is NO! They're always courteous, quick, and delicious. Keep doing big things! read more

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Better yet today. Amazing service. Breakfast was awesome. We noted others seemed very pleased. This spot is very well managed. Highly recommended. read more

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Stopped in this morning to grab breakfast before a shopping trip to Costco. I was surprised at how empty the place was. Bonus for us! Pamela was our server and she did a great job. Very pleasant and efficient. I got the carrot cake and pecan pancakes and my wife ordered the ham and gruyere omelet. Hers came with toast and roasted taters. She loved everything. My pancakes were huge. They say "humongous" on the menu and they are correct. Plenty enough for a second meal. Glad we could get in when it is sorta empty because it is much quieter. We don't get here too often but we have enjoyed all of our meals. A go to place in my book. read more

I ordered the eggs sausage potatoes and toast. My friend ordered the Italian sausage omelette. Both simple and good. Our server was very attentive. I like that they serve the coffee in a pot left on the table. We each had our own pot, one regular and one decaf. The place was busy but tables were bussed quickly so they could turn over tables. read more

The food is outstanding there. Everything is fresh daily. My favorite dish from there would be the Floridian French toast. It has kiwi strawberries banana bananas. Also the million dollar bacon this service there is always good atmosphere feels like you're in your grandma's kitchen very beautiful. read more

Absolutely DELICIOUS FOOD! I enjoyed my omelette so much from ordering thru Uber eats that I decided to dine in today when I drove past the canton location.... Service was spot on, quick and to the point..... I ordered the waffle, omg best waffle I've had in a long time so fluffy and light, and not too sweet! They use Greek yogurt parfait was literally perfect, I usually don't get to eat all the fruit from those because all the fruit is never good enough to eat....NOT in this case! Each and every single piece of fruit was perfect and sweet -strawberries, blueberries AND PINEAPPLE which I never get! My daughter loved her eggs and turkey sausage....AND they gave our table an entire picture of coffee which was a big PLUS in my book because both my husband and I drink coffee.... And just to add, the salad that came with his eggs Benedict was also delicious, loved the fresh greens and whatever kind of dressing they used! Looking forward to going back to try their shrimp and grits! read more

I have been here twice now and I love both times. The food is great and it comes out fast. The atmosphere is very relaxed. My server Allie was the best and helped me with any questions I had and recommendations. The quino pesto bowl is amazing and I love the honey Carmel crunch coffee read more

First Watch - Quino pesto bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

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Nice bright atmosphere inside. Waitress brought a coffee and drinks fairly quickly but it took a long time til we get our foods. I feel like I waited over 40 min. So I'm assuming they were short staffed. Foods tasted fresh and very light , not oily or greasy at all. But I mostly enjoyed their fresh squeezed juice. I had a kale tonic and it had a light amount sweetness and tasted very fresh. great to have it in the morning to wake me up. I felt as there is room for improvement of their service. read more

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Place: This place is in Novi and pretty popular place. Definetely add your name to the waiting list to save time. Very spacious and there is a lot of space for families and friends. Very clean and bright. Service: The service is good! We all wanted to try new fun morning drinks so some of tried the blue pea lemonade and it was pretty sweet haha. Food/price: The price is pretty worth for the portion! I was super hungry so I got the omlet with potatatoes on the side. They gave toast as well with jam. I am happy to say I finished it and did not put it in the to go box lol Audience: Great for families and friends. Recommend/tips? Try something new and you won't be dissapointed! read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

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Have been going to first watch for a while. This is on par with all of them. Consistent food

I loved everything about this place. You can add your name to the waitlist before showing up. (I still had about a 30 minute wait & it was worth it). The restaurant is very bright and open. They have indoor & outdoor seating available. Cocktails are on the menu if that's your thing. The food didn't miss! The fruit was sweet. The biscuits with turkey sausage gravy were delicious. My farmhouse skillet was flavorful in every bite. Eggs over medium just like I like it! I'll be back with more friends, ready for brunch! read more

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We eat here occasionally. It's a nice spot. I like the different spin on food selections served here. I visited recently and I had the shrimp and grits. It was very good, but the portion was not enough for me. Which is usually the case with shrimp and grits where ever I go. Otherwise, the food portions are good, and the food is good to. Their cheese grits are also good. I like that they have a variety of fresh juices too. The service has always been good. The one thing my mother and I notice is that the food is always warm and not hot. read more

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I am not typically a morning person or a brunch person but first watch has changed that for me in all good ways! I have come to other locations in MI but this one by far, is the best. I do wish it was double in size and had a bigger patio as this place is very popular at all times especially on the weekends. I love the menu and how they have a mix of staples / tried and true favorites as well as seasonal and fun additions from time to time. I personally love their juices as all of them are creative and delicious and visually appealing! I recommend any of them. I also liked their chorizo omelette as that was very tasty, I personally do not like avocado so I asked for it on the side but it still had a little in my omelette but that ok; still edible lol. I do think for the portion/ size of the omelette the pico de gallo portion could be a little bigger but I loved my chorizo omelette entree as it had a mix of savory and sweet with the salad provided and toasted bread slices provided with jam. I did feel our waitress was trying to go fast / rush us a bit to keep up with the flow and pace of all the customers waiting for a table which I didn't love but I still enjoyed my experience here as they didn't ask us to say, leave after 1.5-2 hours sitting here enjoying brunch. My favorite part of the location is also how airy and bright it is with the big windows! That is what is missing in other locations and it really makes this location feel bright and big even though it is consistently busy. Definitely a must visit in Livonia! read more

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Omg my sister and I had the shrimp and grits and the lemon ricotta pancakes. The food came out in less than 10 minutes I reached for the salt and pepper which I DID NOT NEED. The food was seasoned too perfection. Our server Kimmie was amazing. We will be coming back. Sorry that I did not post pictures because we were greedy, but next time for sure. read more

Went out to celebrate for my mom's birthday, I had the chickichanga with a chocolate chip pancake. The chickichanga was served with a side of potatoes/ home fries. I think the chickichanga and the chocolate chip pancakes were on par the best I've had in the nearby area, however, the potatoes were a bit undercooked for my taste. My cousin had the bacon, and he said it was a bit hard for his braces, and my grandpa had the soup which he said was a bit thick. For a brunch rush we got the food in under 20 minutes which was fantastic, and the waitress and staff were accommodative! Food: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Time to get food: 17min read more

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Food quality and service We wait we'll over 20 minutes then asked another waitress about our table and stated she would send our waitress over. Food was cold when served, sausage was cooked to death. Leo's coney island does a better breakfast but we tried it as they had gluten free. read more

Large selection of Healthy and Specialty Menu Items~ Fresh Made Juices, Good Service and Helpful Staff. Bright Light Filled and Open Environment read more

My friend recommended this restaurant a while back; she had visited First Watch in a different state and thought it was a healthy spot for breakfast and brunch. On a recent weekend, I stopped by after a quick shopping trip. I had placed my order online, scheduling the time I would pick it up. A short time later, I pulled into the parking lot of a newly-developed strip mall. A gym class was taking place outdoors on one side. Outdoor dining was popular this morning, in part because of the comfortable weather, but also because of the large metal awning attached to the restaurant. Inside the restaurant was large with very high ceilings. Because of COVID, the tables were well-spaced apart from one another, and diners were seated quite far apart. When I got there, my order was almost ready. The restaurant has orders set up opposite the hostess stand, all of them clearly identified. I loved the overall design aesthetics, large windows, wood-planked floors, and wood furnishings. I ordered the Frittata Rustica and considered it, and the accompanying fruit salad, to be the healthy portion of my meal since it contained kale, roasted mushrooms, roasted onions, tomatoes, and Parmesan and Mozzarella cheeses. Along with it, I had some of the Million Dollar Bacon, the more indulgent part of the meal. It was cooked with brown sugar, spices, and served with maple syrup. TASTY! Service was fine. As soon as I walked in, a server was ready to help. read more

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Order avocado toast, potatoes & a mimosa; my friend had the works omelet, potatoes, toast & mimosa. She said her food was okay. My food wasn't! My toast was burnt around the edges & they slopped a lot of avocadoes on it. My potatoes were warm & I had more burnt pieces than just being cooked like the menu photo. The best thing for me was the mimosa. I wanted to send it back, but I have a fear of cooks spitting in the food if you send it back (a personal fear). The waitress wasn't pleasant, so overall 'I' won't be back. Oh the salt & ketchup were not replaced (basically empty)! Yeah, I won't waste my hard earned money! I've been to First Watch in another state & the food was hot, delish & the server was professional, kind & made sure we were genuinely satisfied. Haggerty between 7 & 8 Mile location in Livonia. Mi. read more

Food is delicious. Portions are smaller than usual. This location is usually busy need to wait more than 20min in the weekends. read more

First Watch - Tri-fecta - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

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The sign hanging out front says, "Come in. Get Happy!" and that's precisely what I did! I had a little time to kill before an appointment so I treated myself to breakfast. A true treat it was! I ordered the trifecta and subbed for a Lemon ricotta pancake. That lemon ricotta pancake... It was served with a side of maple syrup that I never touched. The lemon curd and strawberries that it's topped with is perfection. They were so fluffy and flavorful. Everything about this place food included, Made. Me. Happy! My server Alberta was delightful, helpful, and courteous. This place is a must have. Thank me later! read more

First Watch - Trifecta- Lemon ricotta pancake, eggs scrambled with guerre cheese, mushrooms, and spinach, chicken sausage patty - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

We love First Watch! Especially the carafe of coffee they give the table, the outstanding service (we had the very best server on Sunday!!), and super fun food to choose from! My partner loves the Elevated Egg Sandwich as a staple. I like to order the latest special: this time was the Modern Croque Madam. It had crispy bacon, tomato, egg on top, & Parmesan cream sauce (although it could have used more)! Tip #1: Get yourself the app so you can "get in line" and get seated faster! Tip #2: Add your birthday in the app and get a buy one get one free entrée around your birthday. My breakfast was FREE this trip! Tip #3: This location has a "community table" which usually has no wait. If you don't mind sitting with other people, this can get you seated faster, and make a few new friends, too! read more

First Watch - Modern Croque Madam Sept 2022 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

These places are popping up everywhere making me hesitant to try a chain restaurant... I prefer mom and pop small businesses that have unique family vibes. That being said... I tried First Watch with my wife and have zero negative comments to say. I read some reviews and just didn't understand what happened during their visits. This is definitely a chain with cookie cutter - rinse and repeat vibe.... BUT I have to give them credit. The food was delicious and they had unique menu options and drinks. Also had seasonal items to choose from. Would I return? Probably but most likely only after local small business spots aren't available. Service, food, and cleanliness 4 stars. read more

COVID. . .we all hate it.  When all this rigamaroll started we were told things and then told some more things, we're still being told things and it all doesn't add up.  But when some of the places we love went down, never to return, we hoped there would be new life breathed into our restaurant universe.  In some cases there is only the death of great places we've been.  In others, there may be hope! When we discovered our favorite breakfast spot, Cracked, an A.M. Addiction, was gone, we were heartbroken.  Damn this "pandemic" and the politics of it all.  But just down the road came a glimmer of hope, we watched as a building was built and things started to come to life.  And First Watch was one of them! We came here, and actually sat outside for the first time anywhere because it was extremely nice outside.  It was a bit windy and we contemplated going back in but didn't.   We waited for nothing, our server came right over and we asked for coffee and lickity split she was back with a pot of coffee and took our order.  I don't what kind of coffee they have but it was really good! She ordered the Bacado Omelet, and I had the Inspired Italian Omelet.  We both had the greens on the side.  She absolutely loved the Bacado!  While I was very impressed with the Inspired Italian.  Everything was very fresh, light, and tasty!  We were both full when we were done but not food coma full.  The only thing I had to say was that I think I would prefer the greens on the inside as the omelet was being built.  But that's not a criticism.  Friendly, great service, tasty food, a bit pricey but worth it.  All in all I can say that we have a new breakfast spot that we will be back to to try everything else.  But I still mourn Cracked. . .R.I.P. read more

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How have I not reviewed First Watch? This is one of my favorite places to eat! Seriously amazing food. Always busy so plan to wait. The staff is always friendly. The coffee is always hot. I ask for cream from the kitchen instead of those little packaged thingies. I like the AM Superfoods Bowl best. I've had other entrées but why when I only get the chia pudding here? So good! If you're going to be unhealthy then by all means please order a rasher of bacon. So perfect! I can't think of one negative quality about First Watch. I've visited several. Enjoy!! read more

Fresh food delicious combinations of flavors brought my visiting daughter again this year we split each other's breakfasts sooo very yummy the Morning Meditation blend is my favorite! read more

We came here for breakfast one morning and they were experiencing a shortage of help that day. But everybody kept us in the loop as to how much longer it would be until our table is ready. And even though our waitperson was running around covering more tables than what she had originally planned for she still was very attentive. I ordered the avocado toast and it was fantastic! It was so much avocado I really think I had probably at least two avocados total on it. This was our first time here at this location and we will definitely be back! read more

First Watch - Side of bacon and avocado toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livonia, Michigan

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