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    4.1 (125 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Biscuits & Turkey Sausage Gravy With Eggs
    Thanh-lan N.

    It was my first time at First Watch and it will not be my last! I went there for brunch with some friends and I thought it was such a cute brunch spot. FOOD: we all order rounds of the Purple Haze. Not only was it good but was such a fun drink. For my main meal, I ordered biscuits and Turkey gravy with seasoned potatoes and scrambled eggs. The biscuits and gravy were amazing! I love that the biscuits were fluffy and smother in this delicious gravy. The season potatoes were good but I'm more of a crispy hash brown kind of girl. They're good but nothing special. Overall, my experience at First Watch was positive and I'll definitely be back.

    Entrance and hours
    Tim A.

    First time at FW today. I stopped in for a cup of coffee, and here are some thoughts: -large seating area, very nice wide open feel, nice ambiance. -friendly service -really good cup of coffee. -excellent menu, with a lot of variety, will have to come back and try their breakfast foods. Highly recommended!

    Sustainable tables.
    Mel C.

    It was my first experience having breakfast at First Watch. While the food was tasty and the coffee was rich and hot, I walked away scratching my head, unsure about the service. We had a few different servers coming and going at our table, but we had to flag someone down to place our order and get one more set of silverware. Our food arrived pretty quickly, but on a week day morning that didn't appear real busy, I'm not sure why the service for our table was a little challenging. I had to ask someone if I could pay for our check too. Interesting morning. Value wise, I felt other nearby places in Schaumburg, like Egg Harbor and Maxfield's, have many more breakfast options, slightly better prices, better service, and bigger portions. Nice clean restaurant with a bright atmosphere inside though. I am curious to return and see what a weekend is like here.

    This is how much ice came with the morning meditation juice, way too much ice and very little juice for the $6 price!
    Wendy M.

    We came in for Breakfast today and food and service were fantastic! My only complaint was in regards to the Beverages...I order the Morning Meditation Juice and did not like the fact that the menu does not disclose they serve you 80% ICE and only 20% Juice for the $6 price. I personally do not like much ice, if any in my Beverages because I don't like buying "Ice". I want the beverage I am paying for, so be aware of this!

    AM Superfoods Bowl
    Miguel A.

    If you're someone who loves fresh, wholesome food, then this spot is definitely up your alley. It's got a wonderful focus on healthier options, which I really appreciate, though it's not quite the traditional greasy spoon diner experience where you expect pancakes or toast with everything. It's more about thoughtfully prepared, lighter fare. I tried a few things on the menu. The AM Super Bowl was fantastic seriously, super healthy and so satisfying. The Chickichanga also caught my eye, and while it was good, I found the sauce had a really pronounced lemony kick, which might be a bit much for some, but definitely made it unique. I also went for the Farmhouse Hash, which was pretty tasty. I was secretly hoping for a side of toast with it, but it didn't come with any. Their coffee was perfectly decent, though I'm a bit of a creature of habit and usually prefer a flavored creamer to jazz it up a bit. Oh, and I was lucky enough to snag their seasonal dragon fruit drink it was absolutely delicious. A little bummer that it was only available for October, but I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for it next year. Our waiter was a really friendly guy, though it was clear he had his hands full. He was hustling around with a bunch of tables, so we mostly saw him when we were placing our orders. Totally understandable, though. The restaurant itself has a lovely vibe, very nicely decorated, and there's a nice little bar right in the middle that adds a nice touch to the atmosphere.

    Bacado omelet with a side of pork sausage
    Jessica S.

    My husband and I went to a First Watch location in WI and LOVED it, so when this location opened up right down the street from home, we were excited to try it. When we came to this location, it was a spontaneous decision. We checked the wait list on Yelp to see if it was crazy and it said there was no one in line. When we got to the restaurant, we checked in with the hostess and a few people were waiting in front of us; although we ended up being on the waitlist when we came, the 15-minute wait the hostess said we had turned to a 5-minute wait. We were SO lucky! The ambiance of this location fits the ambiance of the other location we visited. It has an extremely aesthetic atmosphere with beautiful modern and lively decor. They also have the cutest little bar area in the middle of the restaurant and the comfiest dining chairs at some of the tables (we were lucky enough to get a table with them, too!). When we sat down, we had a nice waiter who came to us right away, and we had great service the entire time with him as our waiter. I ordered the Million Dollar Bloody Mary ($8.79) that came in a cute glass with a mini carafe. It had delicious bacon sticking out, as well. The drink was delicious and I was shocked it wasn't too expensive since many places overcharge for Bloodys. When it came to food, I ordered the Market Veggie sandwich ($11.99) with a side of Cheddar Broccoli soup, and both were heavenly. The veggie sandwich had delicious and fresh veggies like mushrooms, zucchini, and spinach, as well as mozzarella cheese, mayo, and basil pesto on whole-grain bread. The ingredients work extremely well together, and as I am writing this review, I am salivating just thinking about how amazing it was. I even dipped in the soup a few times, and it made it even more amazing because the soup was SO creamy and cheesy. YUM! My husband ordered the Bacado ($12.99) and loved it. It was an omelet with bacon, avocado, and cheese, and it was served with mixed greens on the side. He also ordered a side of pork sausage that he loved because they were huge and full of flavor. Overall, we both can't wait to return, and we are extremely happy one opened up so close to our home!

    BLT egg Benedict
    celina t.

    It was our first time at First Watch. The food was decent and had their macros online as well. The only thing that would be an issue is that if you are counting calories the calories on the menu and the one of the website do not match. The service was great! We were served and had our orders taken reflectively fast. It was noisy during brunch time when we went so the ambiance was not the best. It was hard hearing my partner speak even though we sat fairly close. I would recommend giving it a try if you are in the area. I chose a healthier item but they did have a lot of items that looked really delicious for their seasonal menu.

    Elevated Egg Sandwich and Floridian French Toast.
    mona

    I'm so glad that FirstWatch opened up a location near my home! The next closest location is 25 minutes away, which I'm fine with, but it's still nice to be able to drive 5 minutes down the road and get to such a nice breakfast place. FirstWatch has some of the best breakfast dishes around. One thing I really appreciate is that you can tell each dish has a specific recipe that's followed. There's some restaurants I've been to where my favorite dish changes from location to location, and certain locations have noticeably worse versions. FirstWatch isn't like that. One thing I wish my experience had was shorter wait times. I was standing up front for a while before being given a table. I understand if there's a rush, but on the day I went, it wasn't very crowded at all so I'm not sure why I had to wait so long (especially when I could see numerous empty tables were available). I ordered the Elevated Egg Sandwich and my mother ordered the Floridian French Toast. We also ordered the Morning Meditation Fresh Juice and the Purple Haze. My potatoes were cooked to perfection and my mom's french toast was also very obviously freshly-made. My Purple Haze drink had lavender (which is why I ordered it), but not enough that it was overpowering, which I really appreciate. A lot of drinks that use lavender go way overboard to the point where you can't taste anything else, so I'm glad the Purple Haze didn't do that. The price was good too. For two people eating full breakfasts, I didn't feel like we spent a fortune. The quality of the food was worth the price. Overall, I give this location five stars (despite the initial slow service). I hope this FirstWatch location stays in business for a long time!

    Barbacoa Quesedilla Benedict
    Bill G.

    This was my first time eating at this chain. I was intrigued by a Yelp reviewer's photo of the Barbacoa Quesadilla Benedict, so that's exactly what I ordered. The place was crowded, but I was alone and sat at the bar, so no waiting. The place is a wee bit hidden, but obviously people know where to find it. Just pull into the Michaels' parking lot, and keep going south and you'll finally see it. The service was very good. Everything about the breakfast was great (super flavorful) except the black beans on the side, which were not properly warmed. Despite the room temperature beans, this a 4.3 breakfast for me. I also found the price for this breakfast to be very fair. I'll eat here again.

    Mina H.

    The new location was difficult to find, I think it used to be a phone store. Wait time was under 15m, I think this attests to how hidden it is... The food was excellent as always. Service was stellar if a little mixed up, server asked if we wanted our bill before we got food. Lol talk about rushing us. It was fun, regardless, new and closer than Deer Park so YAY!!!

    Waffles  Omelette House potatoes
    Linda C.

    First watch waffle never disappoints on the light airy and fluffiness. I never feel heavy after eating their waffles which is an amazing feeling but I do feel satisfied if that makes sense. There potatoes are delicious, it has an onion taste which I love. All the workers are so wonderful here. The vibe is great but it can get pretty loud depending on when you come. Payment is at the front.

    Welcome!
    Jen K.

    First Watch is breakfast and lunch only! They do those 2 things WELL! Everything is fresh and in season. Their menu is extensive: one side is breakfast and the other is lunch. In addition they offer seasonal specials which are on a printed out menu (which I appreciate). Breakfast on a Thursday morning was lively but not packed. This seems to be the place for business meetings and friends catching up because there was a buzz! Absolutely would recommend, especially on a week day!

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    Although a chain restaurant the food is consistently good at any location and you feel you are eating a healthier meal

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    Good food and a fun spot! Sometimes you have to wait for a good table and the service is a little slow, but overall it's a good experience

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    Awesome food, Atmosphere and service. We will be back. Maple Bacon Croissant and potatoes were Fabulous.

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    Will you have brunch for Easter, and if so, what price?

    Hello! I don't think the price vary on the seasons, however they might have a special dish or drinks for the season! And absolutely! I will have brunch for Easter there. I hope this is helpful

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