If you're looking for a delicious cafe/diner type of breakfast/lunch place with good prices, then go to First Watch in midtown Phoenix. The food and coffee and is fantastic, I've never had a bad meal their. Probably one of my favorite places to go for Eggs Benedict. Every server I've ever had there has been on point, and smiling. I thought it was surprisingly cheap for how good the food was. Lots of variety and choices on the menu. Easy access and plenty of parking. read more

We were felt welcome from the second we walked in. Our waitress was super friendly, and the service was prompt and the food was delish. They have something for everyone! read more

First Watch - 1/2 salad 1/2 sandwich lunch option. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Kitchen was super fast. Service a little slow but it was a busy Saturday morning. Love it- best chain in Phoenix read more

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Went here for breakfast with a friend and it was delicious! I had the breakfast tacos and my friend had the BLT styled benedict eggs, both were a 5/5. The only thing is that the cups were a bit dirty when we arrived and service was not all there. read more

Great food! If you are ever in the area of St. Joseph's hospital (dignity health) in Phoenix, this is the place to enjoy a wonderful breakfast! read more

This place is a gem! The interior is gorgeously designed- in the waiting area there is coffee and cucumber water and a whole set-up. The staff is phenomenal, every single person who works there that I have encountered is so helpful and friendly. Their tables have coffee cups waiting for you right when you sit down; they bring you a whole pot of coffee to stay on your table. The menu has so many options, it's almost overwhelming. The chia seed bowl is amazing, and their skillet hash and eggs are crazy good. I can't recommend this place enough! read more

Looking for a breakfast place while visiting, decided to come here. Was not disappointed our hostess was very nice, service was great! And food was amazing, defiantly will be back. read more

Brunch was great. Good was very good. Greasy ingredients and great service. Very clean and quick turn around.

This was my first time here, we are yearly visitor from the east coast, so we tryout new restaurants each visit. The wait wasn't long to be seated. But getting our food was, when it was served it was like warm. My cheese grits had no flavor, it's so sad that some restaurants are afraid to add salt! My omelette was supposed to have cheese and bacon but oh well, ( little to none).I did have half a avocado. Lastly we found out our waitress name when we got the check. Over all I'd give it another shot, second time hopefully the charm! read more

AMAZING food and customer service. Would highly recommend! Plus their organic iced coffee is great. Can be very busy on the weekends, but definitely worth visiting. read more

Awesome place to eat at have been here nearly all my vacation food just taste amazing read more

First Watch - Ate here twice love this place everything taste so fresh ! This is a must try you won't regret making this a choice ! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Definitely a fan of this place! I came around 10:30 on a Sunday with a party of 3, and the wait was about 5 minutes. Our timing was good though, because a bunch of people showed up right after us and I heard the wait time grow to about 20 minutes. We were seated pretty quickly, and I was impressed by the wide variety of options on the menu. The prices looked very reasonable, but perhaps that's because I'm used to Bay Area prices. We placed our orders for the breakfast tacos, sunrise granola bowl, and the tri-athlete. I got the granola bowl, which came with a chocolate chip muffin that was delicious! It was light and airy and almost tasted more like sponge cake filled with chocolate. It also had patches of sugar crystals on the top, which was awesome. The yogurt/granola/fruit combo was filling, although I wish I had eaten it more quickly because the granola got soggy at the end. The other people liked their food too. An elderly couple sat down next to us and I was pleased to hear the waitress ask, "the usual for you two?" What great and friendly service! read more

Love first watch, they are so consistent at every location in the valley. The Mexican street corn hash is SO good. Quick and friendly service. read more

Came to have brunch with my family on a Sunday. The wait wasn't too bad (about 10 minutes or so) and the hostess was very friendly. We sat down and were immediately offered coffee (decaf for myself) which is a plus because we were all wanting coffee! I ordered a crepe with fruit and yogurt for my son which was brought out first and I appreciated. For myself I ordered a smoked salmon Benedict. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the smoked salmon was delicious! the bread had a nice crunch to it but wasn't too hard and the potatoes were amazing. I also ordered one of their fresh juices (can't remember the name of it now). It had carrot and ginger and some other ingredients which I can't remember but it was amazing! My son even loved the juice so much I had to order another one for us to share! I loved this place so much! We will definitely be going back! read more

Their menu has a very healthy and light theme to it. I really like the biscuits with turkey gravy, served with country potatoes and eggs. They also have really good waffles and pancakes. The service can be lack luster but I think it is do mostly to this place always being busy whenever I'm there. Overall, I am happy each time I visit and will be returning. read more

I preferred this place before it was bought out by a healthy chain. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for healthy, but the food just wasn't that great -- it tasted bad, like they didn't clean the pan before they cooked my eggs -- and the portions were tiny. The décor is kind of pretentious and overly stylized and the chairs weren't even comfortable. Miss the old First Watch a lot! read more

First Watch is a local chain that serves up average breakfast food. This place isn't terrible, but it is also not remarkable in any way. The booths are made of slotted wood, and for some reason they haven't been updated in years, resulting in sub-par seating that will leave horizontal lines on anyone wearing shorts. The food is ok, not exciting or great, just ok. The coffee is bad, it looks like coffee but tastes like brown water. Additionally they don't have fresh half&half, they have the little individual cups similar to Circle K. For this visit, the HUGE downfall was the service. I won't describe this person because I don't want any harm coming to her job, but if our server wasn't on meth, then I don't like cupcakes (HINT- I love cupcakes). The server was jittery, confused and racing around unnecessarily. Making things more annoying, the booth near us apparently had some of the servers friends dining, and they were so loud, I thought I was at a club. When we were seated the server yelled over to us asking us for a drink order. For the next ten minutes she sat with her pals and cackled about something they were watching on a smart phone. It was sketchy too because they started talking pretty loudly about sex acts, and other things that aren't the best fit when there are tables of kids within five feet. I have a great sense of humor, but 11:00am on a Saturday isn't the best time to get cheeky at breakfast. In a different restaurant, they might politely ask the people who are yelling loudly and having inappropriate conversations to dial it down, but here the server was sitting with them, and was part of it. Interestingly, all the other staff we encountered were very nice and appropriate, but our server was SO poor, that it just couldn't save the outing. Our food was brought to us by a lovely server who we wished would have been ours from the start. After our food was brought out, our server never stopped by again. It was funny however, that she had to walk by our table five times to go back and sit with her friends, and cackle some more- but couldn't stop to see if we needed more water (yes) Luckily my dining pal has a sense of humor and just rolled her eyes, but I would be livid if I brought my Mom, etc. there. In closing, I cannot recommend this place for a meal. It's not terrible, but with the economy being so sketchy, it's nice to spend money somewhere that is comfortable and where you're not ignored, or served by someone who likely cannot pass a drug test. read more

This place has a good atmosphere and the food was okay. Just okay. Seems they have a little problem handling a larger group. Didn't come back and check on us, no refill on the coffee or water. Warning. Even though coffee and water are already on the table when you arrive, the coffee is an extra cost. read more

Breakfast here was quaint! Ordered biscuit with gravy, potatoes, and sausage. My boyfriend ordered French toast and a maple bacon dish on their summer speciality menu (too sweet for me but he loved it). We also got some super refreshing drink with fresh pressed watermelon and basil (that was amazing). I'll definitely be back and try something else on the menu. Service was also great. Breakfast came up to $35 for the both of us, not too shabby! read more

this place reminds me of a more refined dennys. run of the mill breakfast spot. you wouldn't be missing out on much if you never ate here, and i only came here because the place i really wanted to get breakfast at had an hour wait. i couldn't find any breakfast item that looked particularly appetizing, so i went with the buffalo chicken wrap. my gf ordered the choco chip pancake, and a side of scrambled eggs and ham. food came out, nothing special, taste and looks wise. my buffalo chicken wrap was overloaded with lettuce and lacked a suitable amount of chicken. the buffalo sauce was different than any i've ever had and wasn't very spicy. the bleu cheese crumbles were good though. i ordered a side of bleu cheese dressing and it came out looking like mayo. i don't know if i can ever eat bleu cheese after that. my gfs pancake was a ok nothing really stood out. our sever was awesome though. everyone inside was very friendly. i appreciate good service. read more

First Watch is our go to for breakfast! Best Bennies! Market veggie sandwhich, or omelet outstanding! Add blueberries to the lemon ricotta pancakes. Their fruit compote is delicious!! Custom specialty fruit and veggie drinks, refreshing! Comfortable atmosphere and seating with friendly, fast accurate service. There is nothing you won't enjoy about your visit read more

Came here for breakfast on a long layover in Phoenix, this place was great! Eggs Benedict was delicious and everything else was too. The service was also great, would definitely come here again if I'm lucky enough to be in the area! read more

My friends and I meet regularly for brunch at this location. Great food, efficient and friendly service, and a varied menu on which we can always find something that hits the spot. (Special shout out to Heidi, who early on took the time to learn our individual preferences, and always makes us feel at home!) read more

It's bland old white people food, if you like that sort of thing ;) Sort of like a more pricey version of Denny's.

I used to go to First Watch once a week and I strongly recommend this place. The pancakes are to die for and the service is first rate. It i one of the few breakfast places that keeps it real with the sausage, and serves it up many ways (links, patties, chorizo, etc). One of my favorite places in the valley. read more

Every weekend I come to First Watch and the service is always outstanding. I usually have one of two regular waitresses and they are always so nice and cheerful. The food is always good and quickly served. If you want a decent breakfast in a nice happy environment then go here. read more

The most disappointing experience with A: The manager and B: Their thieving staff. Did everyone know they don't have cameras? How classy and useful! Glad to know that if something terrible, God forbid, ever happens that there will be ZERO justice because first watch thinks it's not a good idea to be safe and have cameras! Left my sunglasses, called back ten minutes later and no one could find them and they were zero help! "We'll call you right back" never called. I had to call back each time. I'm so disappointed. I don't think I'll be back for the mediocre service and less than desirable management. Good job, First Watch! A disappointing replacement for a once good restaurant. read more

My co worker and I were driving around Phoenix looking for an Ihop and stumbled upon First Watch. Good thing we did because it was well worth the breakfast stop considering their reasonable prices, good variety, free pitcher of coffee at our table, and very friendly service. I had something called a Crepegg which is a thin sweet crepe combined with fluffy whipped eggs. It kind of tastes like an omelet but not really since it has the crepe batter in it. But my Key West Crepe was very satisfying with avocado, bacon, smoked turkey, tomatoes, and monterey jack cheese. I did also want to try the banana crunch with granola pancake but you can only eat so much in one sitting!!! read more

Simple and light but filling meals. Great atmosphere for a meal by yourself or with friends or family. The chocolate chip pancakes that my son got was delicious. I wish they offered it on the regular menu. The price is also decent. For a buck or two more per plate than somewhere like iHop, the difference in quality is worth so much more. Our service was also good. Decent timing and when we asked for water, we got it right away. I'd recommend this place to others and I will go back myself too. read more

I'm going to make this one short and sweet. This restaurant has GOOD FOOD. It's not what I would call fancy or gourmet but it's that kind of place that you know you and your group is not going to be disappointed. We have been there a couple of times and there is always a wait but never too long and it is always worth it! The HASH breakfast's are my personal favorite and everything about them tastes 100% homemade. If you are one of those who really likes hash but asks if it's canned because you don't like the kinda salty mushed stuff with little tiny chopped potatoes, Well you are going to LOVE this place because it is truly homemade and well portioned and full bodied with great flavor! There is always more than enough food to go around; we are big boys and like to eat and start our vacation days with good food for breakfast and have never been disappointed here. When ever in Phoenix I think we eat here at least once..... we always try new places because we are adventurous but First Watch is the place that comes to mind if there is any question or if you've had a bad meal you always think, I should have just eaten there.... I would also say they are the masters of comfort food! Good food time and again that you can count on. Thank you!!! read more

I really like this place for breakfast. There is almost never a wait for a table, even on Saturday morning. The food and service is reliable. There are some healthy options on the menu as well as some very not healthy options (which we all sometimes need and want for breakfast). One of my close friends introduced me to this restaurant years ago. As it is downtown, it was awfully out of my way to go again. But, I always thought of it fondly. Now, that I am only minutes from downtown - I think I will be getting here more often. I'm almost glad that there are several poor reviews on yelp because it secures my ability to wander in and get a table whenever I please! :) read more

We are in Phoenix from out of town and we're looking for a breakfast spot. We came to First Watch and it was amazing! We got an assortment of menu items and everything was delicious. Our waiter, Kim, was very nice and made sure our we had everything we needed and more. Highly recommend! read more

I love breakfast, and First Watch does it right. I had a hard time deciding because there were so many healthy options, along side heartier food. Service was good. I'll be back! read more

Love this place. Everyone always has a smile and willing to stop at your table to make sure everything is ok even if they are not assigned to your table. They make fresh made muffins daily. The food is healthy and delicious. I love their house made granola. Every time I go I want to buy a bag of it to take home. Maybe one day. read more

Everything thing was great from my first greet to my server especially my meal. There was one person that was very disappointing they called her Ms Lynda I watched her chastise and over heard her speaking to one of the servers telling them to watch there body language I was there a total of 45 minutes if she Had anything to say it was to one particular server by the name of Jordan she stayed right on his heels in my opinion if you have something to say take it to the back very tacky... read more

Food was good, service was very bad it almost seemed as if she was rushing us out and was being very disrespectful. She also gave us dirty water cups. She only checked up on us once and gave us the check right away read more

I've eaten there many times. Nice people. Good food. They give you your own pitcher of water & carafe of coffee [very nice touches]! Reasonable prices. read more

Other than the atmosphere, I don't have too much positive to say about First Watch. The eggs were disgusting! They were bright yellow and had the most bizarre texture. You would have thought they were feeding the chickens fabric softener. I had a carrot cake pancake, which i thought was a pretty clever idea. Unfortunately, it was multi-grain. Let me tell you, a multi-grain carrot cake pancake is just a bit too much going on for me. The service was fair but far from great. Overall, far from a wow, I wouldn't go out of my way to come back. 2.5 stars. read more

We go one time per month after walking the bridle path on Central. Always a good bet until today. Stone cold. Yes, the eggs Florentine. Not even the potatoes were warm. Well the coffee was hot. The waitress super. Bet it was she who forgot to bring out the plates. Who else? It had to be hot at some point. read more

I received one of the 'buy one entree, get one free' coupons in my mailbox and decided to give this place a try. I was sorely disappointed. Their website and ads boast about 'healthy' choices... when truly, they are not very healthy at all. The lowest calorie plate was 550 calories and comes with sugar jelly and the veggies in the egg white omelet were soaked in oil. Not to mention, the plate looked like something premade, heated, and then tossed on the plate. When we were finished with our meal, before we had walked halfway home, both of our bellies were grumbling and upset. The food did not settle well at all. We will not be visiting a second time. read more