This is the third location of First Watch in Meridian; it is in the WINCO shopping center at Chinden and Linder. They extensively remodeled the former Biscuit & Hogs, which was only open for a short time. The décor and layout, in my opinion, are the best of the three locations in Idaho. There are separate rooms, one for private parties of up to 16. They have a large outside dining area that is covered. Lots of windows everywhere in the inside dining area, a nice combination of booths and several tabletops that can be put together. The color palette reminds me of the original First Watch in California and many of those in Florida, with light blues, grays and greens with white, like a setting next to the beach. The only odd part is the conversion of the previous bar area. Unlike many other First Watch locations in other states, they do not have a license for cocktails and currently it is used only for Mimosas and champagne. If you haven't been to this breakfast/brunch/lunch before, the menu can be intimidating. I'd recommend looking at it online. There are traditional items such as omelets, salads and sandwiches but even these often have some more complex or unexpected pairings. In many ways the plates as thought from the culinary team have gone upscale in colors and textures and flavors. I didn't expect a side of arugula with an egg dish, but with lemon aioli it was refreshing and cut the heaviness of the maple bacon. Sausage tends towards the healthy, evident in the biscuits and turkey sausage gravy. A vegetable frittata with kale, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and mozzarella and parmesan cheese is served with greens and ciabatta toast. Fall menu specials include an egg, maple bacon croissant, pumpkin pancakes and our group had three orders of pumpkin sugar spice donut holes with cinnamon paired with a caramel and a crème anglaise dipping sauce for $6.99. Served hot, they were delicious but only had a hint of fall spices. I also ordered the Godfather Bowl for $15.29, which was filling and only 740 calories; not a huge portion of a grilled Italian sausage. Served with two eggs in any style with a warm polenta disc and arugula. The side of chopped Calabrian chilis added a nice zing to the sausage. A local favorite is their delicious lemon ricotta pancakes. Rather than ordering the million-dollar bacon (4 slices) again, I love the side of million-dollar potatoes which have large chunks of million-dollar bacon herbs, and a Parmesan cream sauce. Priced a little higher than the standard breakfast place, I really like the custom touches. I've only been here for early lunch or weekdays, so haven't experienced the slow service some reviews mention, but I did note that it was harder to get a server's attention when dining outside. They handled our group of fifteen well, divided among two servers and no automatic tip included. This chain has been growing fast, 676 locations in 33 states, 466 cities. read more

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Service is absolutely shit at this place. I've been twice with my wife and sat outside both times and received zero service. They never even came out to bring us water or take our order. In both cases they sat us outside and we waited 10-15mins before they would sit another table outside and they would help the table they just sat before telling us our server would be out soon. Can't wait for this shithole to fall on its face. read more

I've been wanting to try First Watch ever since it opened! Since it's just a few doors down from my favorite Uplift Yoga studio, I finally had to check it out. We were greeted with a smile as soon as we walked in, and the restaurant is bright and cheerfully decorated. I ordered the new Barbacoa Chilaquiles Breakfast Bowl because I LOVE chilaquiles, while my cousin chose the Pesto Chicken Power Bowl. My cousin loved his bowl! I tried a bite, and the flavor was perfect. It had a great sauce-to-ingredient ratio and a generous amount of chicken. My bowl, unfortunately, missed the mark. I ordered my eggs over easy, but they arrived over hard. Our server, Bri, came to check on us, immediately noticed and said, "Those are NOT over easy!" She went straight to the kitchen to have them replaced. Thank you, Bri! Five stars for her service. The chilaquiles were extremely soft, so if that's how you prefer them, this dish may be for you. I personally like a little more texture, and they were also too salty for me. The barbacoa was slim to nearly nonexistent, which was especially disappointing for a dish with "barbacoa" in its name. I had planned to order the pumpkin spice donuts, but after my entrée missed the mark, I decided to pass. Unfortunately, the ladies' restroom also needed attention. The trash was overflowing, and there were paper towels scattered across the floor. I asked to speak with a manager before leaving because I wanted to share this privately, but no manager was available. They may have just experienced a rush and missed a restroom check. I would give five stars to Bri and my cousin's meal, but between my disappointing bowl and the condition of the restroom, three stars feels fair for this visit. Since the Barbacoa Chilaquiles Breakfast Bowl is marked "new," perhaps they're still fine-tuning it. I'd still love to return on a better day, choose something different from the menu, and finally try those pumpkin spice donuts! read more

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If you're looking for an amazing breakfast/brunch spot, this place is definitely worth checking out! The atmosphere was energetic and welcoming, and the inside was beautifully decorated with a fun, modern vibe. Our server was Sonya and she was super helpful. We started with the Kale Tonic juice, which was cold, crisp, and incredibly refreshing, along with the Morning Meditation (it was absolutely delicious and the perfect way to kick off brunch). For food, we ordered the Farmhouse Hash and the Market Hash. Both were loaded with toppings, packed with flavor, and honestly large enough to feed four people! We also couldn't resist the Chocolate Chip Pancakes and the Million Dollar Bacon, and both lived up to the hype. Every bite was fantastic. Great food, generous portions, refreshing drinks, and an awesome atmosphere--it's nice to see First Watch in Idaho! read more

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Csme here for the first time yesterday, Saturday, when I met a friend for breakfast. What I like about the ambiance is that it is a very clean, modern decor. Minimalist decorations and clean lines. It's calming and comfortable. We sat on the patio at my friend's suggestion, and given that the high that day was 103, and the sun was shining in our eyes at 8 am, that was probably not the best decision. In addition, my friend picked a table right under the speaker, and the music was too loud for me to enjoy the conversation. Next time, if for breakfast, inside and away from the speakers. Our server was Rebecca, and she was amazing. She checked on us several times, asking if there was anything else we needed, and was very friendly and personable. In addition, another woman came by to ask the same questions. Not sure if she was a supervisor or what. But, we definitely felt taken care of. I had the Traditional Breakast and had my eggs scrambled, turkey sausage links, and rye toast. It comes with a nice strawberry jam. The links were nicely browned, the eggs were not watery, and the rye toast was thick and had just enough but not too much butter on it. Delicious. According to Rebecca, this location has been open only a few weeks. It is the closet location to where I live. I will come back and bring my wife. read more

Lunch today with several friends. Loved the atmosphere, bright & upbeat. Excellent server Bree offered recommendations. We all had the delicious & high protein breakfast bowl. The eggs light & fluffy. Nice combination of flavors & textures. I was so satisfied that i didn't feel hungry for dinner. I am looking forward to my next visit read more

First Watch - Barbacoa Chilaquiles Breakfast Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

Boss and I went to breakfast for a 7am meetup and it worked perfectly for us! It was quiet, spacious, close to our homes, and it was pretty tasty. We would both try different items next time as we had a hard time deciding. I just got the grits and a side of bacon, both as expected but not knocking my socks off. The boss got a dish with gravy which unfortunately was cold, but the waitress was kind and quickly remedied the situation. I had a fun ginger drink that I would get again! I didn't take pics this time, but we'll be back to try more dishes soon. read more

Our first time here. We are definitely coming back. I got the biscuit and gravy with scrambled eggs and a side of ham. Everything was very good. She got the carrot cake pancake with eggs over medium and chicken apple sausage. The eggs and sausage were very good. The pancake was delicious. Highly recommended read more

We had a great time at the new first watch on N Linder. We ordered the honey coffee & the mint mocha - both were really tasty, but definitely like dessert in a cup! We both got the elevated egg sandwich with potatoes. The sandwich was delicious, the egg had this amazing cheese skirt around it that added great flavor and texture. The arugula was fresh and lemony. The potatoes were perfectly cooked, and well seasoned! The service was quick. On a Saturday morning brunch hours we were seated right away. Our waitress did great, but I will say she was very high energy and seemed stressed while the restaurant was otherwise very mellow. She asked for our orders about 1 minute after being seated, and came back every minute to ask if we had decided yet. It felt a little rushed and stressful but outside that - it was a great experience. Food wise, I prefer this location to the ten mile location. We had tried that one once, same order of food. There the potatoes were hard and under seasoned, unlike this new spot! We'd definitely come back to this first watch again! read more

First Watch - Mint Mocha Iced Coffee & Honey Caramel Crunch Iced Coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

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First timer here. My kids wanted to try it plus I've always been a little curious. I got the traditional I believe? 2 eggs, bacon, potatoes and whole wheat toast. My meal tasted great! The bacon could've been a little less burnt though but other than that it was good. My eldest daughter said she loved the sausage the kids meal came with, the French toast could be better but also she was comparing it to her favorite local breakfast place. My youngest daughter barely had any of her pancake. It was a plain pancake, so I decided to try it. It tasted really healthy haha it was just okay. Plus the syrup was really hard to pour, I love the natural stuff but this one was just harder to come out of the bottle and it wasn't my favorite syrup. I wouldn't say they have the best sweet stuff but their savory options seemed yummy! The server was really nice at least and very attentive! I have a feeling we won't be by often though especially with a local breakfast place we enjoy is just as close to us. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

Best strawberry French toast and mint mocha cold drinks. Very busy place. We enjoying our host and we likes her lot. I will be back again soon. It is very clean and way better than IHOP. Keep it going and we want come back lunch or dinner. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

I have been there twice. My first experience was when they had only been open 8 days, so I tried to understand the inept management and operations. I sat and ordered my meal at the counter. There appearted to be a store manager at the far end, working on his laptop and occasionally an employee would stop over and converse with him. Staff was scarce . I ordered the following: Chickichanga. Copied from their menu: Whipped cage-free eggs with spicy, all-natural chicken breast, chorizo, green chiles, Cheddar and Monterey Jack, onions and avocado rolled in a flour tortilla. Topped with Vera Cruz sauce and all-natural sour cream. Served with fresh, seasoned potatoes. The potatoes were cooked on the outside, raw and hard internally. Although the Chickichanga I ordered was supposed to come with avocado, mine did not. Rather than letting my food get cold waiting for the waitress to check on my order, I got about 3/4 of the way through it before she came over and asked how my meal was. I explained the lack of avocado and asked for them. She brought a small cup with some sliced avocado to me, then disappeared. The (?) manager at the end of the counter never looked around to check on customers, service or employee status. But, it was only 8 days of being in operation, so I chalked it up to that. Second visit, Friday, July 31, 2026. As I walked into the restaurant, I was met by a hostess. I asked for a table, but was given a rather curse response asking me to sit at the counter. It was NOT busy. Maybe only a quarter of the facility had customers in it. I told this person I had a rather bad experience the last time sitting at the counter and that I preferred to sit at a table. She started lecturing me on how difficult it is to have just one person sit at a table. I almost turned and left, but decided to roll with things. I sat at a table. Had a male waiter who was actually quite good and attentive. I ordered the following: Roast Beef & Havarti sandwich. From their menu" Roast beef, Horseradish Havarti cheese, house-roasted onions and tomato with lemon-dressed arugula on grilled Parmesan-crusted sourdough and a side of Horseradish sauce. Served with lemon-dressed organic mixed greens or a bowl of soup. No bowl of soup was offered. I went with the potatoes again. This time they were cooked properly. However, when my meal came, it was absent the side of Horseradish sauce. I asked for this to my waiter and he was a little confused. He said they didn't have horseradish sauce, even though it was listed on the menu. He left, came back with the sauce, to his credit. Management needs to spend time with employees regarding what is advertised and listed on their menus and adhere to giving customers what they expect. The one really bright spot on a rather underwhelming visit was a female employee, an always smiling, lean, young woman that was busing dishes and cleaning the tables. I watched her work hard, fast, efficiently and always smiled at customers. Outstanding employee! In fact, I asked her if employees could accept a tip. She said yes, so I tipped her. She thought it was for the waiter, and I explained to her that it was for her. I did leave a tip for the waiter as well. That young woman is gold for any business that she might work for. The management at this restaurant would be well rewarded to give her any position in employment she might desire. My final take? Never going back. The hostess treating me like a second rate citizen was a turn off. The atmosphere in the building is antiseptic-boring. Attention to food prep, not great. My background? I spent 44 years in the emergency and investigative industry. I protected the most elite Hollywood actors, Nashville singers, diplomats, military brass, Secretary of State and victims of crimes. As such I traveled with them doing the advance work, staying next to them, going into some of the best restaurants in this and other countries. Some loved going to mom and pop type venues. I know what a well run establishment is. I have a brother who was extremely successful in the restaurant businesses in California. My parents, way back in time, also owned and operated a restaurant. What makes a restaurant a great place to go, is MAKING it a great place to come to. To escape the pressures of day to day life. Having competent management that oversee employees, making sure the customers always come first. These days I dress in sweats. I had enough years of always being in a suit and tie. Maybe I was being judged by my appearance. If that hostess only knew who I protected, and the criminal cases I worked, maybe I would have been treated different. read more

Fresh juice drinks are delicious. Beet juice drink 10/10 Healthy & normal options. A lot of food, easy to share one meal.

Great food. Service was excellent even tho the place was very busy. Waiting area with really comfortable chairs and shade on the patio. I am a senior and solo there was no discrimination. I'll be back, often read more

Outstanding! Great service and fantastic food. The food was served quickly. The portions were generous and the flavor excellent.

Went to First Watch for breakfast this morning with friends. The service was fantastic. The server was quick and attentive. The food was awesome. Our table had a great mix of plates. We ordered biscuits and turkey gravy, tri fecta with the Belgian waffle, a market hash and the salmon eggs Benedict with a side order of million dollar bacon. It was fresh and full of flavor. Their regular coffee is a medium blend and was also fresh. There is nothing like a great cup Joe to get your day going. We all enjoyed our meals. Definitely making a trip back. The ambiance was nice. Open floor plan with lots of natural light and neutral colors to give a calm and relaxing vibe. I highly recommend this place! read more

I had, without a doubt, the worst Eggs Benedict I've ever had. The egg whites were runny, and the hollandaise had no flavor. I was expecting potatoes to come with it, but it came with mixed greens, which I believe were dressed with water. The waiter never asked what side I wanted. As I was eating, a guy bussing the table next to me placed a dirty dish on the table I was sitting at. I've never had that happen in 30 years of taking clients out for meals. I couldn't believe how terrible this meal was after having really good experiences at the Fairview location. I probably won't go back until they've been open for a couple of months. It can only go up from here. read more