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    4.0 (227 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    FIRST WATCH ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Stephanie W.

    First Watch is a solid brunch spot. Cute country decor, delicious food and friendly service. My husband and I went there last weekend. We got biscuits and gravy and smoked salmon benedict. And coffee...they leave a carafe of coffee on your table so you can refill your mug when you are ready. Highly recommend getting there early on the weekends.

    Frittata Rustica
    Ashlyn P.

    This was a pretty decent visit to First Watch. I always appreciate the wide variety of health conscious items throughout their menu, which makes it super easy to find something when you have dietary restrictions. It was quite clean inside and the staff did a nice job keeping up with things during the morning rush. I decided to try the Frittata Rustica, with ham added to it (& without any dairy) and it was pretty yummy! Roasted tomatoes are always so dang delicious, and they were definitely my favorite part of the frittata. I don't eat gluten, so I asked to substitute the bread for a side of potatoes, and I'm really glad they were able to do that for no extra charge. It was the tiniest portions of potatoes I've ever had BUT I was still grateful that they were able to make that adjustment for me! I wasn't a fan of the dressing for the greens and it just tasted a lot like mayonnaise for some reason. Service was pretty good, except the waitress accidentally forgot to put in the juice I had ordered. It worked out just fine because I ended up being perfectly full by the end of this meal, and the juice would have been too much. Our waitress was very kind and offered to bring me the juice at no charge. I'll certainly be back sometime and I really recommend trying First Watch if you have not done so already! I think it's a great place to go if you're looking for expand your taste pallet to some healthy, yet delicious foods.

    Summer menu
    Sherie K.

    We enjoyed our experience here. I'd been to a First Watch in another state so I knew what to expect. It was my husband's first time visiting and he thought it was the best food we had while in Pittsburgh. I got the honey caramel crunch iced coffee and it was perfect - very sugary with a touch of coffee haha. I also ordered an omelette with a side of the million dollar bacon and it was delicious! My husband got an eggs Benedict (I think) with a side pancake and he enjoyed both. The pancake was just sweet enough to satisfy that craving and it was very fluffy and HUGE. Our son got the kids grilled cheese and he demolished it so I guess he approved! The service was great, we were offered refills, checked on several times and got food recommendations from our waiter. The place has a lot of tables packed in there. We did feel like we got a few stares from time to time being so close to others, but it was okay. The front where you pay is also kind of small and awkward as it quickly gets full in the front and it's a bit difficult to maneuver around people waiting to be seated. The price is slightly higher than it could be, but the quality of the food is worth it.

    Traditional breakfast
    Kelly B.

    Another delicious breakfast from First Watch! I only wish there was a location closer to me. The food was fresh and delicious. The coffee was hot and had a nice flavor. The service was pretty good, they were very busy. The building was packed. The restaurant had a very long wait this time, over 50 minutes.

    Farmhouse skillet
    Natalie L.

    Got seated pretty quickly for a party of 5 on a Sunday! Good portion for the price. Food was hot and fresh!

    Robert G.

    Stopped at a First Watch for the first time today and......WOW. The food was just amazing!! The best breakfast I've ever had and I'm 54 so that's a lot of breakfasts!! I had the eggs benny florentine and it was sooooo freaking good. My wife had the multigrain pancake and sausage and she's never had a pancake that good!! Keep up the good work!! The service was also exemplary!!!

    Big bug with wings found in my food. Pretty sure it was in the 'million dollar potatoes' I got because I didn't see it until I dumped those out. Just really disgusted I was eating food with a dead bug in it. Food was good, they just need to work on their sanitary issues clearly.

    Shrimp & Grits
    Anqi H.

    This was my first experience with First Watch. They had a special summer menu, and I chose shrimp and grits, and kale tonic from it. I was impressed that they make their own juice with fresh ingredients. My kale tonic was yummy. The shrimp and grits were also quite good with plenty of butter and Cajun seasoning. We came in a small group, and they accommodated us well with an extra chair at a booth. Service was friendly and prompt. They had an extensive menu, and everything looked so good. I will definitely be back for more!

    Blueberry pancake
    Andrew B.

    Have been going here a few times now and the food is consistently above average. The wait staff is kind and quick. When it is busy, it can feel very loud and crowded but it's worth a try.

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    Rosanne R.

    What a wonderful little place to eat! Just saw it today and ate there. Since it was our first visit they gave me free million dollar bacon! What a way to wow me!! Our hostess and server were both so nice and friendly!! i ordered the million dollar potatoes. they were good but could have been better if they werent burnt.. but the waitress assured me it was because we were there late and potatoes scorched staying warm. they dont use microwaves. the tomato soup was excellent. husband had Monterey sandwich. so much turkey!! he brought half home!! i never get decaf coffee out but our server said it is made separate from regular coffee. it was soooo good! i cannot wait to return!! 0Planning for lunch on my birthday!!

    Bacada with salad
    Victoria G.

    First watch is a classic. I enjoy my visit there each time. The staff is friendly and the app to check in makes arrival a breeze. The ambience full of every. This time I tried an egg white omelet and it was flavorful with a side of fruit, we split the candied bacon which was fantastic.

    My husband was so happy to have grits this far north! Gf toast delicious!
    Linda D.

    First rate at First Watch! So glad to see a number of locations as we have them back home and know the product, good food with friendly service in an open and airy atmosphere. Grateful for the gluten free options that give plentiful choices and accommodations! Thanks for the consistency location to location !

    "The Works" omelette (left) w/side greens and "The Bacado" omelette (right) w/potatoes

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    Delicious and close walking distance to most things downtown. There was a wait but we ate at the bar but it would have been worth the wait!

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    Its our go to breakfast place. Always good. Great healthy options. Friendly staff. A+++

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    Very small portions with a big price tag. Food is ok at best. The servers are friendly and attentive. Place is clean.

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    4.8(52 reviews)
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    BEST SMASHBURGER IN PITTSBURGH…read more It would be hard to convince me otherwise. As soon as you step into the unassuming, corner burger spot, you feel instantly teleported into a retro spot. The colors, dining furniture, even the menu transports you back in time and feels so cozy. Order at the front with the cashier and drinks are bottled in the cooler next to it. Very small dining room but they are some tables outside. Street parking is pretty available outside and fries are a must. You truly can't do better than this!

    This place kitschy and cute. It's pretty small with about three booths and a bunch of barstools to…read moresit at the counter. The small staff were all very friendly. I even talked to one of them while he was on break for a while. They seem like they really like to be there and enjoy their job. I ordered a cheeseburger with everything minus pickles, chili cheese hotdog with mustard and onions and some french fries and a chocolate shake..... don't judge me lol. It's a smash burger so if you're hungry, maybe get a double the onions that come with it are grilled, which was a nice surprise and the sauce they put on the burger was really good. The hotdog had a nice snap to it which I don't care either way, but I know some people are big on that the chili had no beans which is the only way to have it when it comes to a hotdog or french fries and it's made by the local restaurant up the street brothMonger. Everything is made fresh to order even the fries. And the chocolate milkshake was made with actual chocolate ice cream same with vanilla and strawberry. I'll definitely be back to try the onion rings because they looked delicious and served with ranch from a local spot.

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    4.3(543 reviews)
    8.1 miDowntown
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    It's one thing when the service is bad and another when BOT service and food are bad…read more Upon entering, we were seated by the host. A friendly, smiling young man. He was courteous, well spoken and friendly. We sat there for about 10-12 minutes. No one approached the table. We looked over to what appeared to be a bar area and we saw two servers standing there talking and showing each other their phones. My wife said, "With our luck, one of those two is our server." Sure enough, when they were finally done talking, one came over to our table....no smile and a big audible sigh. She asked what we wanted to drink, we gave our order and she returned with our beverages. After another 10 minute wait she came back to take our order. When asked about a certain dish, came another big sigh, eye roll and and a rote description of said dish. The food arrived and one of the orders was wrong. Another wait to get her attention. We asked for the item to be redone as we had ordered it. And she even asked how we wanted it! You got it...another eye roll and a big sigh. At least she was well oxygenated! The dish came back with the very same results. On that issue we gave up. Then came the wait for the check. Once again the two servers were chatting, no heads turned to check on their tables. My son went over to get the check. When the check arrived, it was attitude city. She accused us of picking on her because she was only a server. It's obviously how she saw herself. We then asked for the manager who was quick to side with the server. She said that nothing seemed to satisfy us and that we had a problem. IN SHARP CONTRAST. I have been to the Speckled Egg on the South Side many times. From the Host/Hostess to the servers to the bus staff, everyone had a smile, chatted with their customers, laughed and it was always a great experience. The manager came over since he recognized me from being there many times and we chatted for a minute. We are talking Night and Day. Completely two different experiences from server to management styles. To me there is only one Speckled Egg and one complete waste of time (Downtown).

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    A small group of us went to Smashed Waffles in Oakland last Sunday, and we LOVED it…read more While there aren't many places to sit and eat onsite, it's the perfect food to get to-go. I ordered a coffee, a savory waffle, and a sweet waffle, and everything was delicious. I especially loved the glaze on the cereal killer waffle and the "secret sauce" served with their savory waffles. The cinnamon roll coffee I ordered was also fantastic and a very smooth and sweet drink. Everything was fantastic, and the owner was extremely kind and welcoming. I will definitely be back!

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    The Nook

    4.4(265 reviews)
    10.0 miLawrenceville
    $$

    Everything was excellent! The food was spot on delicious, the service was excellent, the atmosphere…read morewas quirky-fun but pleasant. We had a little bit of a wait but it gave us time to review the menu. Hubby had the chicken and waffles, my son had the salmon eggs Benedict, and I had the pancakes with berries. We all thoroughly enjoyed our food. The waiter was fantastic as well!

    This joint has been on my list of places to try for a while now. Was it worth the 53 minute wait on…read morea Saturday morning? Yes, yes it was. There was a friendly gal at the door taking names and numbers. I could hardly believe the wait time but decided to put down my name and do a little window shopping during the wait. We were eventually called and texted to let us know our table was ready. Our table was in the very back corner, next to a group of girls loudly talking about their drunken escapades the night before. It was entertaining to say the least. Our server was super friendly and accommodating to dietary restrictions/modifications. I ordered a Turkish Benedict on gluten free toast.... So. Good. Amazing flavors. My daughter got the croissant avocado toast which she loved. I also got a pistachio latte and was pleasantly surprised to see the used pistachio butter and not a syrup. It was lovely. I had to keep my child from drinking it all! While the wait was long, it was definitely worth it. The space is smaller than I imagined. The food came out fast for how packed it was. It's worth it!

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    4.6(111 reviews)
    11.5 miShadyside
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    Enjoyed a lovely afternoon tea here. The decor is so sweet and charming and the service is…read moreattentive. I really enjoyed the selection of teas (we tried several) as well as the food. Everything from the sandwiches to the scones to the sweets were tasty. They weren't the fanciest I've experienced at afternoon tea but they were good! That being said, they advertise it as high tea which is NOT correct. That's an entirely different thing (more of a supper) and is not interchangeable with "afternoon tea." What they have here is afternoon tea and I wish they would advertise it as such. Aside from that pet peeve of mine, using the wrong terminology, it's a nice spot and I would recommend it if you're in the area.

    What an incredible experience! We booked a high tea for 12pm, and we brought our infant daughter…read more They were beyond accommodating and welcoming to us! Excellent service in a cozy inn. You get a perfect 19th century setting, which makes for the perfect ambiance. For the tea, I had green tea and hot cinnamon, and both were excellent! The cinnamon takes the cake for best tea with excellent flavor, especially with the hints or orange. Our food was delectable. The pimento cheese sandwich and crostini were fantastic. The chicken salad stuffed gouger was divine. The scones were the best I've had. Crunchy on the outside, while warm and fluffy in the middle. I could have eaten ten of the cinnamon scones. Excellent cheesecake and cream puff. The star of the show was chocolate mousse on a pecan crust. Just yum!!! Phenomenal service, tea, and food made for a wonderful afternoon high tea!! We will be back.

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    Cafe Moulin

    4.1(526 reviews)
    11.4 miShadyside
    $$

    I have been to Café Moulin in Shadyside several times on previous trips to Pittsburgh. In truth,…read moreit's such a favorite of mine that I headed there straight from the airport on my most recent visit. The cool vibe restaurant is tucked away up a short flight of stairs on Filbert Street. It gives the place a cozy, hideaway feel with brick walls and murals. It's pretty popular, so you might have to wait a few minutes for a table, but it moves pretty quick. The menu focuses heavily on crepes and French toast, and they do both very well. I went for a savory crepe that was loaded with eggs and topped with a rich sauce and diced vegetables. It came with a side of fresh fruit which was a nice touch. We also ordered a sweet crepe to share. It was beautifully presented with chocolate drizzle, berry sauce, and a massive pile of whipped cream. The coffee is solid too. Verdict: This is a consistent and reliable brunch spot. It was the perfect way to kick off my trip. I will definitely be back next time I am in town.

    I love cafe Moulin! It is my go to breakfast spot in Pittsburgh. This was my 3rd visit in about a…read moreyear and half and the food did not disappoint. The crepes and side salad are awesome. But the star of the show for me is the Shakshouka. I have gotten it the last 2 times I went. You also have to try their Dirty Chai. My only critique is the hostess at the front. She appeared overwhelmed by her role and was not warm. We were actually told by the waiters that "she is serious about her list". Which would be great if she managed it effectively. When I brought concerns that we had been pushed down the list 3 times for other parties. She responded "well, how do you know that" to which I responded "we watched you take their names down after ours and sit them before us". Her response was to shoo me off and tell me to go find a table myself; to which I did. But what a poor way to manage your stress, responsibility, and consumers. On the bright side my waiter/waitress was awesome per usual.

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