We arrived at 11am and were quickly seated. The place was full. Server was friendly and helpful. We were served our food quickly and it was very good. My wife had French toast and the syrup was served warm. Warm syrup seems like such a small thing but when you get cold syrup on a nice hot french toast it kind of defeats the purpose so serving warm syrup is a real plus. Our server was attentive. However, they don't take payment at the table; you must go up to the front and stand in line to pay. That is a negative to me and that is why they only got 4 stars. read more

I was very disappointed. I got the avocado toast with poached eggs. the egg yolks were hard no runny yolk. I upgraded to their "special" bacon thinking it would be thick and it was thin with syrup poured over it and some pepper. the service was good but I won't be going back. read more

First experienced First Watch on a work trip to NC and was excited to see it open in Meridian. Staff was awesome, though I wish that the hostess would stay being the hostess. Our Waitress was amazing, attentive and always suggested better value/options to make the experience better. Food was amazing, coffee best in class read more

Love this place with fresh ingredients! Their artisan toast is wonderful. Their omelettes are cooked the "correct" way and not overcooked as most restaurants do around this area. They remind me of the french omelette that cooks the egg batter only until it's almost buttery. Truly what makes this place stand out! Great ambiance and decor on the design for a cheerful and light cafe with tall ceilings and lots of windows! Attractive and comfortable leather seats for each good size booth . Staff has always been friendly and accommodating! Great place for families, kids and elderly . Honestly, coming from Northern California it's the best breakfast place in all categories around in the Treasure Valley ! read more

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The food was amazingly delicious. There were 4 of us and we all loved everything that we ordered. We got the Tres Leches French toast to share and it was so good. The breakfast potatoes upgraded to million dollar potatoes were my favorite. We will be making this a regular go to for brunch. read more

Service is impeccable for opening week anyway. I was invited to pre open Soft Open, then went back and paid on opening day they told us about everything we needed to know, asked if we'd tried the "million dollar bacon" (and made sure we ordered it), and kept the coffee pot full. Everyone was excited and happy with their meals. Except me. I didn't complain as I want them to work out the kinks. My chile/chorizo omelette wasn't hot. Lukewarm would have been an improvement. And there was little filling except for an overripe avocado. But plenty of cheese! Same with my seasoned potatoes. Almost cold. The white toast (one slice) was great though. Warm with real butter. The pancakes, eggs, bacon, French toast, etc were excellent. And we were coaxed into trying the fresh kale and apple juice drink. It was a bit strange but after a couple sips we were hooked. They also treated my 1-1/2 year old granddaughter like royalty. She had a small kids meal and ate all the scrambled egg, bacon, and milk. I went back alone to try the 'BISCUITS AND GRAVY'. Not sure how one biscuit qualifies as biscuits but it's good. Unfortunately it wasn't very hot either. Another server brought it out, so maybe it sat in the window awhile first. And I had heard an employee say they don't even have microwaves. That would have fixed it. Still, service was excellent and I love the flavored coffee creamer. They also have cold brew for the same price. First Watch took over the old Denny's behind Red Robin and Krispy Kreme. They did a good simple remodel out front. I don't know how much they did in the kitchen. It looks great and there's a juice bar along the Western window. Prices are certainly higher than Dennys, but it's the bougie type place Meridian is attracting now. read more

Service was prompt, friendly, knowledgeable. Ambience was clean, open, well lit and customer friendly. Food was fresh, very flavorful, served hot and quickly. Frittata Rustica was incredible! We will be back! read more

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I have eaten at both locations in Meridian. The 3 times I have eaten there the service has been great. They give you a good helping of food. The food is awesome very good. The complaint I have is that the potatoes are always too salty at both locations. The 3rd visit on 01-23-2026 was a to-go order. For this order the potatoes were to salty. The bread for both orders were not toasted. It was close to closing but I think toasting bread would only take a couple of minutes. read more

Comparing the two here in Meridian I would say the one on Fairview would not be my choice. The waitress, was not friendly, would not take our order until a friend who was coming late arrived, both coffee containers were empty and we had to ask another server to bring us more coffee. Just not impressed. read more

First Watch - an unhappy customer. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me

Made an online arrived. Said 17/24 minutes. Arrived at the 24 mark. They made me wait another 20 minutes. Did not have receipt or order details attached. Had to wait while she confirmed with the cook that it was indeed what I ordered (can't tell from looking at it). 45 minutes for one entree that was ordered online is not okay especially when you didn't have it ready on time. read more

I was asking the staff when I came in "Why is the parking lot so empty?" I found out this is day 2 of First Watch being open here in Idaho! You guys have no idea how thankful I am! This is the restaurant that I ALWAYS get breakfast at when I'm on the road! I travel every week for work across the country, nothing beats this Farm to Table deliciousness! Wake up idaho! Come eat here! Egg factory got nothing on this place! PS. Ashley's service was great! Very friendly and quick! Appreciate the whole staff! read more

Mom and I tried First Watch today and the food was delicious with great portions and our server Pricilla was fantastic!! 1. Veggie Omelette that came with homestyle potatoes (it was upgraded taters) and thick toast and jam. The omelette was stuffed with mushrooms, onions, greens, zucchini, sun dried tomatoes and cheese. 2. Skillet with two eggs (over easy) with homestyle potatoes, bacon, sun dried tomatoes and onions. Thick toast with jam. Mmmmmmmmmm Carafe of coffee and real half and half. Pricilla kept our coffee flowing and even got me a "to go" cup when we were ready to leave. No wait time at 930am on a Wednesday morning, Pricilla asked if we needed any recommendations and let us know about some of the options. I saw a waffle being taken to another table and it was a sight to behold. LOL Prices were not good nor bad. About what you expect now-a-days. We will be back to this establishment for sure. read more

It's nice that you asked me to reach out but I couldn't get through online. I didn't express everything that happened with my experiences.

The food was ok. No flavor. My ice tea came mere seconds before my food. The bacon was still a bit raw in the middle. I was at the table around 5+ minutes prior to any staff acknowledging the table. I left my employ I've tea glass on the edge of the table and the server ignored it. I finally had to ask for a refill. Overall, sub-par. read more

Amazing food and choices on the menu. Has been a great choice ever time we have visited. Both here and in Florida

Went there on a weekday, where it was not busy at all. Got seated and twenty minutes went by with zero service. We got up and left and when the waitress noticed we were leaving, she was dumbfounded. We told her nobody served us for nearly 20 minutes and she still had a blank stare on her face. Won't be back. read more

Checked this place out when the "must tryl restaurant we went to had too much of a wait. Glad we found this place!! The service was very nice, and the quality of the food was spot on!! Any time I can get that level of fresh fruit, I am a big fan!! read more

Was not impressed. Pancake was undercooked and eggs were cool. The old Denny's in the same location was better.

Cold environment and not comfortable seating. Food was meh for the price and there was flies everywhere. We were going to order an iced coffee and the waitress herself said she wouldn't recommend them. read more

Food is always great. Their service is not fantastic! The service is a coin toss. Even when busy they can get you seated fairly quickly. Food comes out pretty quick. Just bugs us that the servers are not the greatest for such amazing food. read more

I work out of state on a regular basis and am home for 2-3 three weeks every 1 1/2 to 2 months and love to go out for breakfast at least once a week while I'm home. Two First Watch locations have been opened since I was away, one being close to our house on 10 Mile and the one on Fairview where we went today, the old Denny's location. We discovered Joes Breakfast Eatery off/around Overland & Eagle about a year ago and have been going there many times ever since, today we thought we'd test the waters of "the new place in town", we've also patronized Biscuits and Hogs and Joe Mamma's which both have dishes that don't disappoint. To test the waters we thought we would split "The Works Omelette", usually a staple of all restaurants cuz of that comes out good and you get the "Wow" factor from one plate you know other items have to be good or great. Maybe I was expecting more of what we ordered than what we were served. The other restaurants I mentioned above, any thing you order you say "holy moly" or "holy cow" or "damn" because of the portion size for the price you pay. Signature items like jalapeño glazed bacon from B&H or the Joe's potatoes, because of which is why my wife and I usually split meals due to the portion size. Dont get me wrong, we love taking home leftovers of what's left if we order separately. This afternoon like I mentioned above we got The Works Omelette, instead of the "Wow" factor it was more like "Wtf". Visually as to as it was delivered to the it appeared small. It had all that was mentioned on the menu but very little in the omelette. Sliced sausage links were the sausage instead of ground breakfast sausage, cubed ham (which is normal) as far as the veggies included, very minimal and mostly mushrooms (I'm talking like 4 big chunks) If the omelette was called the "Loaded Works Omelette" I would have been more disappointed than I already was. For the $14.79 omelette you could have got the same size omelette from a Denny's of a dollar more an omelette twice the size for a dollar more at one of the restaurants mentioned above. To wrap this up as far as service, most are on the younger side and ours may need a bit more training but she tried and will get there as we asked for one Coke Zero and two waters, she brought the two waters and Two Coke zeros, not a big deal and took the one back. I get the "New restaurant" factor and wanted to try to give it a go but I think we'll just stick and alternate visiting the few in the valley we love were impressed by first time when we went to them. We probably and more than likely never be back. read more

First Watch - Ingredients in The Works omelette. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me

The bacon hash was golden! Absolutely out of the park and surprisingly light. Also, the cinnamon chocolate chip pancakes, to die for. Coffee was excellent as well. Going back again this am for more ! lol. read more

The food was very good and delicious. Our service was good as we sat at the bar top. The restaurant is very open air. I had the frittata and would absolutely get that again. My next visit will be the Belgian waffle. It definitely on my list of a go to breakfast/brunch place. For me it's worth the drive from Star. read more

My friend and I met for breakfast here. Loved the avocado toast.....and our waitress was awesome.

Our group joined the waitlist and were initially quoted a 25-30 minute wait. We understood the restaurant was busy and were willing to wait. After 40 minutes, we checked in and were told we were next, with an additional 10-minute wait. During that time, which was much longer then 10 mins we watched multiple parties get seated. While we understand smaller groups may be accommodated faster, the lack of clear communication was frustrating. Eventually, the host came out and mistakenly asked if we were a different party we said no and continued to wait. When she finally called our name, instead of seating us, she informed us that they could not accommodate our group together and asked if we were willing to split up. This should have been communicated from the beginning. Waiting well over the quoted time and over an hour, only to be told they couldn't seat us as a group is unacceptable. We ultimately chose to leave. read more

We came to the meridian idaho location last week and had a issue when putting in our reservation on their website of being told it did not matter if we put our name on the list we still had to wait the whole time. A manager gave us muffins and said we did it right they were in the wrong and wouldn't happen again. To behold came again today because my kid absolutely loved the food and it happened again. And normally dont care but hostess was eating and talking with mouth full at podium. read more

Fun place to try with healthy, fresh made options. We all enjoyed it and would go back.

From the moment we walked into the First Watch in Meridian, the vibes were off. Despite the restaurant not being particularly busy, there was an awkward line forming at the front, and we ended up waiting longer than expected with very little communication or warmth from the staff. We hoped the food would turn things around--it didn't. My omelet was more like a loosely folded egg around a fistful of meat, with a single slice of cheese barely melted in. It felt more thrown together than thoughtfully prepared. Overall, the service was lackluster, the food underwhelming, and the experience forgettable. Not one I'll be repeating. read more

Such an awesome environment and a great menu!! Mackenzie was an amazing waitress and was so thoughtful! Definitely will be coming back

vibe was weird like they just wanted you to eat pay and leave I got the check at the same time I got the food. Portions were small for everything with bits of bacon and ham and mostly just potatoes. pretty clear to see the agenda here! I get it's a business but do right by the people and the people will do right by you. read more

I just had to check this place out, not only due to the great reviews but a friend referred me to them. I got to say I am impressed. I remember when this was a Denney's, and now the First Watch. Just the fact the manager walked to the tables to ensure customer satisfaction was being met, made me feel like they actually care. great food, and great atmosphere. read more

My daughters and I went to First Watch this morning to celebrate my daughters 29th birthday. We were greeted at the door with a good morning and a big smile . There was no wait for our table . The restaurant was almost completely full . It is bright and fresh and clean . So much nicer than what it used to look like as a Denny's. We were given our menus by our waitress who was bubbly and very friendly. She took our drink orders and brought out drinks in just 19 min . We packed our orders and when the food arrived it was hot . Each plate was better looking than the next . They don't have any kind of reward program but they did comp part of my daughter's meal for her birthday. We never had to ask for anything as our waitress was always checking in on us and at one point she was busy there was someone else asking if we needed anything . My only complaint was that the bread with my eggs was very dry , like really dry ! Overall we Will definitely be back and I do recommend giving them a try . Their menu has something for everyone . It is very kid friendly ( high chairs and booster seats . Large size booths which we sat in was comfortable . read more

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We have eaten at First Watch restaurants when we travel and were very excited when we saw them being built in Idaho. Although it was Mother's Day weekend- we put our name on the call ahead list online and were seated within 10 minutes of arrival. The restaurant was hopping- the staff were mostly friendly and the food was great. The Harvest Hash and Chickichanga were delicious. Very large portions. The menu was a limited Mothers Day weekend menu so we will be back again to see what other options they will serve. read more

Came to the restaurant to try it out, what a beautiful experience. The food was amazing and fresh. Well worth it. But what made it top tier was our server Abbi, she greeted us with a smile, gave us breakfast suggestions, got our order to tee, and our drinks were filled before we went to ask. Nothing was missed. We will for sure tell our friends and family and come back soon. Thank you Abbi for a wonderful experience! read more

1 Star - Absolutely Unacceptable If I could give zero stars, I would. I placed a simple order at First Watch at 11:40 AM--just two eggs. That's it. Not a full brunch spread, not a complicated substitution mess. Just. Two. Eggs. I waited over 30 minutes, and by 12:14 PM, I still had nothing. No food. No explanation. No urgency from the staff. I had to go up and ask multiple times, only to be met with blank stares and disorganized chaos behind the counter. The manager, Lori, was absolutely no help--completely dismissive and uninterested in resolving anything. It was like she was offended that I even expected the food I ordered. The environment was loud, scattered, and borderline hostile. It felt like no one had any idea what was going on or who was supposed to be doing what. It was like walking into a breakfast-themed fever dream. You don't go to a breakfast spot expecting a Michelin-star meal. You go expecting the bare minimum--a decent plate of food in a timely manner. This place couldn't even deliver that. Never again. read more

The food was ok, the service was terrible. Waited for our food for 60 min, and then another 30 min for syrup to go along with my waffles.

we visited the new first Watch restaurant at the corner of Franklin Road and 10 mile on Sunday the 14th after church. The restaurant was jampacked 20 minute wait to get a table which turned into a 40 minute wait. The staff was very apologetic about the big crowd and the long wait time. I ordered the Monterey club sandwich. And a big fan of club sandwiches and have had the sandwich at different restaurants over the years. This one was the absolute worst I've ever had. Two pieces of wonder bread with a poorly constructed sandwich in between. It's the kind of food you'd expect to get in a prison or in the army. sandwich came with diced fried potatoes, which were way over salted. All in all a very disappointing experience. read more

Absolutely wonderful food. The Million Dollar Bacon was delicious and the ricotta pancakes were light and fluffy.

The place was nice. I ordered the Salmon Eggs Benedict that was good, but cold. The service was good

This was my second time to First Watch, but my first time in Idaho. We went. To the one on Fairview. Service was great. Doneisha was our server. She was a very pleasant breath of fresh air, and made our visit even better. The food, wow, the food was fantastic. I recommend the Chickachanga. The million dollar bacon is to die for. And the Pumpkin Spice Donut holes are evil...so good. recommended. read more