We love First Watch. Every one we have been to. This new one opened in Schaumburg and our favorite server Jackie notified us she was transferring from the Bloomingdale location and we had to come see her. Amazing as always. They have only been open a week and a half but they seem to have things running pretty smoothly. The coffee is the best so don't skip it. Today I tried the Fritata Rustica. I really like veggie omlettes and this was kind of an italian spin on that. Fresh flavorful mushrooms, sweet carmelized onions, tangy tomato, little bites of al dente asparagus and a little kale for color and texture. Fantastic. My kids say they have the best French Toast and I can't disagree. Soft, almost custardy inside, perfectly browned with a little cinnamon. My wife ordered a banana granola crunchy pancake. They are huge and a perfect blend of the ingredient and not too sweet. You could do without syrup, but I like a little anyway. My daughter got the bacado omlette which is bacon and avocado and made with love. One thing I love here is you can get a mixed green salad with your omlette instead of potato and it comes with a vinagrette that pairs well with most things. When you stop in, ask for Jackie. She is delightful. And if she is busy, the rest of the staff has been great too. read more

We had such a great experience at First Watch! The staff was incredibly accommodating to three moms with three strollers -- they handled it with such a positive attitude. The food was absolutely delicious, and we'll definitely be back again! read more

I can't describe in words the feel, the vibe and the amazing food choices at this place. Fricking fantastic energy and that set the tone for my experience. Disclaimer: if you are crotchety or in a bad mood when you come here I can't be to blame on your experience. lol Had the coconut chia pudding with fresh fruit and house made granola. Fkng delicious! Coffee was damn good! Bacon my friend had was spot on the way HE liked it. Made to order . He enjoyed his omelet made to order. He also had a boozy lavender drink that you can have with or without the booze . I tasted it and you can taste the notes of lavender on the back end of the sip. It was lovely. Our server was sweet, funny and we briefly chatted it up about music and where we are from. I don't reside in the burbs but damn, I will be back! Go here , thank me later!! Be happy when you go. It's the vibe. read more

Been to other locations many times. First time here. Service was amazing. Drinks & food were amazing. I asked for extra gravy, and I got it. So good! Wife got traditional breakfast and loved it. So happy one of these is closer to home! read more

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I am just in love with everything here!!! Amazing food Hand crafted and so many original artistic meals! Everything is organic and locally sourced! The service is stellar! You never have to wait and someone is always happy to serve you!! The decor is clean and crisp! Love it all! read more

Ambiance was nice, decent menu and decent prices. Great for a friends' brunch. The service was not great - but they did allow us to move to a booth upon request and were quick with the check. Breakfast sandwich was solid choice. Potatoes were seasoned well but not consistently fully cooked. Market hash was a nice choice - good cheese and veggie blend. Eggs cooked well but potatoes could have been crispier. Coffee was good too. Overall can see myself coming back. read more

First Watch - Egg sandwich and market hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

Outstanding meal. Great service. Everything we have tried there has exceeded our expectations

Delightfully delicious breakfast spot. While many brunch locations seem to pile on quantity over quality, the food at First Watch tastes very fresh and left us feeling good and energized after our meal. We appreciated how clean the eggs, sausage, and toast left us - not drenched in oil and butter but thoughtfully seasoned and portioned. The chilaquiles bowl had just the right amount of chips, barbacoa, beans, avocado, and salsa making for a tasty and not too heavy meal. While the food didn't come out as quick as other brunch spots we've been to, we actually appreciated a brunch setting where we could lean back and enjoy our meal instead of feeling pressured to be out in under 90 minutes or less. Glad we were able to find this spot that left us satisfied and not groggy! read more

Great food, great service and great prices! My favorite restaurant for breakfast and lunch.

I absolutely adore First Watch! I went here for brunch with my boyfriend and we had an incredible experience. We ordered the Million Dollar Harvest Hash, the Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl (my personal favorite) and the churros. Everything was absolutely delicious, we were practically licking our plates clean! We were also delighted by their very own ketchup, it was so tasty and such a cool idea! Our server was also helpful and sweet when we were picking out what to eat. The food here tastes amazing and you can tell that they use fresh, healthy ingredients. The ambiance and decor is just lovely. Highly highly recommend you give this place a try!! read more

First Watch - Million dollar harvest hash (front), pesto chicken quinoa bowl (back left), coffee, churros. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

The food boring flavors , nothing to brag about, I did a traditional breakfast the bacon was crisp as asked for it to be, potatoes I do like a bit brown these were cooked way in advance and some were just too hard, eggs were bland. Menu has avacado in too many things sorry it does belong in eggs or on a BLT. That is smething that should be upon request. Coffee is like colored water. Service was good and decor is nice They need a plain regular bread , a person with diverticulitis wouldnt be able to eat the bread they have too many seeds, first impressions mean alot this isn't a place I recommend or will return read more

First Watch - Traditional breakfast, bacon was crisp which Is how i wanted it, - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

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1. Extremely (really no joking) loud and noisy- if you want to relax or hear your guest at breakfast- don't go here. They have zero noise reduction - kitchen is open to the main room, ceilings and walls flat so every noise is magnified - I couldn't even hear the table 5 feet away - the server got our order wrong (couldn't hear us?) 2. Food good 3. Coffee bitter - not great I give it a 4/10. 5. If you arrive by 10 - noise About 10:30 volume drops - still noisy though but more tolerable read more

So this is going to sound weird, but I'm absolutely obsessed with the chicken sausage at this place. Honestly, i could order 3 sides of chicken sausage and be happy. The vibe is happy and great. The service was excellent our first visit, but a little sluggish the second. Everyone I've gone with both visits absolutely loved what they ordered. From the breakfast tacos to the hash to the traditional breakfast with the chicken sausage...i can't wait to try the next dish! read more

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

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

The place looks really nice and warm. Enough parking in this area. We were able to join waitlist so no problem with waiting. The food is so yummy and fresh especialy the salad that comes with it. My fave is the bacado with bacon, avocado and egg. Their toast is soft and yummy and the jam that comes with it so good. I recommend this to my friends and they love it too! Our server Paula is awesome! She goes over and beyond with her service and very efficient. There's just the other older woman server thats the problem, she seems to be worried that we will not pay for the to go items. I heard her told Paula about it and also came to our table to remind us that the to go wasnt paid but they dont take your payment on the table, you have to pay when you actually go out!!!. Anywho im still keeping the 5 stars since i go here for the food. I just hope that they would tell that lady to chill, or change their policy to get the payment on the table if she cant trust the customers! Never had this attitude on the Deer Park location! read more

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This is our second time visiting and service and food was exceptional. We got the same waitress, that we had the first time. Definitely will be back. read more

Fantastic place for breakfast! This place is huge inside and parking is easy and ample out front. Their menu is simple but great with healthy, tasty and affordable options. I wish they had locations in California. I definitely recommend this place for a healthy meal which will leave you feeling energized and not sluggish. read more

Good food, friendly service, and family atmosphere. We love the floridian French toast as it's a good mix of sweet and healthy. Their morning meditation drink is very unique and flavorful. Overall great friendly experience. read more

Took my mom and the food was great. Currin offered great service. We will definitely be back soon

This place is so good! I love their menu options because they're so unique and so delicious. Everything I've tried here I've been happy with- their avocado toast, the farm stand breakfast tacos, the pesto chicken quinoa bowl, and the chicken avocado chop salad are all excellent and full of flavor. I really like the combination of ingredients in each of these dishes and everything I've eaten has tasted fresh. The dressing that comes with the chicken avocado chop salad compliments it very well, and they give you two containers so you have plenty for the salad. I was impressed with this because most places only give you one dressing container that comes with the salad and it's never enough. The vibe and atmosphere is always upbeat. It's usually pretty full when I come to pickup lunch. The service is great and employees are friendly and welcoming. If you're looking for a nice breakfast or brunch spot, I would definitely recommend dining here! read more

What can I say when someone advertises "million dollar bacon?" Tried it and it was amazing. Had the fluffiest omelette I've ever had. Husband got the power wrap and he loved it. There was only one thing missing..fresh squeezed orange juice but I'll go back! read more

Loud, overpriced, and crowded. I would rather go to one of the many local non-chain places. Our server was great and the place was clean, but I would not be in a hurry to go back. If I was stuck going to a chain, Egg Harbor or Wildberry are better choices. read more

This First Watch location is amazing!! We went for the soft opening on Sunday and let me tell you the food is delicious and the staff is super friendly. The server was very nice. All the food was good. Kids got the kids meals, French toast and pancake. I got the farmhouse skillet. It comes with a lot and the food is delicious. I highly recommend this first watch! Thank you first watch for the opportunity to let us try your food. read more

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I anticipated on this place opening since I work nearby and I was disappointed. I went on opening day. Staff was super friendly, courteous and the place looks great. Whenever I go to a new place, I'll always try the basic items, simply because if a place can't even do the basics, then other specialty items may follow suit. I got the Tri-Fecta, which has two eggs, choice of meat and choice of either french toast, waffle or pancakes. I also wasnt given a choice or asked what syrup I'd like. I was given some red, tart and warm spread which I did not like. You would expect maple syrup as a default. To me, it's always quality over quantity but it also needs to match the price. For the price of my first visit, the Tri-Fecta and a iced coffee came out to $20. While that seems to be an average or common price nowadays, the portion here is incredibly small. You will honestly get more food from a McDonald's Big Breakfast for a third of the price. The other thing I agree with from one of the other reviewers is that all items tasted really bland. On a flavor scale, I'd have to honestly rate this item a 4/10. Will I give it another go with another item? Sure. I'll always give a place a second chance. We shall see. read more

I had low expectations since I thought this would be like any other brunch chain, but I was pleasantly surprised by the food at First Watch! The menu features classic brunch items but made well with fresh, healthy ingredients. Their morning meditation juice provided the perfect amount of sweetness, with a subtle kick from the ginger. The presentation with the beet juice was beautiful! I enjoyed the frittata rustica with fruit and a side salad. The portions are smaller than other neighboring brunch restaurants, but the prices are lower as well. read more

I thought I would try this new place that just opened for breakfast... if you like a traditional breakfast, this place is not for you. It's more on the healthy side of the menu. I mean who serves an omeltte with lettuce.. I had to substitute for hash browns. .. also I asked what kind of bread they have with the omellte.. and they only have multi grain. For the pancakes they only have multigrain pancakes. Don't get me wrong, the food was good... just not the type of breakfast I am after... So if you are looking for a traditional fatening breakfast.. don't come here. Hence the 4 stars. read more

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Post note, they want more information? I figured this one covered it all. I asked the other family members to add their reviews since they want more. Should be called SPICY'S.  Everyone loved everything else about it.  Great remodel, fresh & inviting. Waiters rushed, left between orders.  Would love someone to just answer questions etc before waiter. We went online first but menu changed.  Everything had spicy and/or peppers, nothing normal. I'm severely allergic & detest both, others just didn't want spice.  I found no grits or French toast, advertised at online menu.  I found a salad but had spicy things.  Only soup was always spicy tomato. Biscuits & gravy ordered were spicy sausage gravy not plain turkey.  Waiter said no peppers but I found red pepper flakes & gave to one who said it ruined his favorite comfort food, should have returned.  Needed option of adding turkey chunks.  Son found grits but only piled high with spicy shrimp & other things. Kids had doughnut holes & fruit to avoid spice. Bloody Mary had huge very crispy, no slime, piece bacon with brown sugar that was great.  But they only had spicy mix, no way to leave out hot sauce. I gave to someone.  Tomato juice would be a solution if can't make. There was literally nothing to eat unless you tolerated hot spice. read more

This could possibly be the loudest restaurant on earth. You will leave with a headache. Also, i had been forewarned that this kitchen often puts it's own spin on classics so you need to be very specific when you order. For example I ordered a BLT. I asked for an "ordinary" BLT and not as described on the menu. It came back on plain white bread but not toasted. They added cheese which overpowered the taste of the sandwich. They replaced romaine lettuce with arugula. The server was great and didn't hesitate to take it back to be prepared as a classic BLT. I gave him a good tip even though the menu was already overpriced. . read more

Haven't been here in about 6-7 months and the food is usually pretty good. However, today we got served a burnt cinnamon roll. We were way too hungry to complain. Figured they could see it was burnt, didn't care, served it anyways, and expected this sort of review. read more

First Watch - Nailed it. Lol - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

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Clean, modern, fast service, delicious food! Will definitely be back. Food portions are huge! read more

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Liked it a lot. Reasonable prices great healthy food. Better than Wildberries. Great atmosphere.

Delicious food! Like to get on waitlist before we leave the house because it's super busy. Got the loaded potato omelette: DELICIOUS!!

The restaurant is nice and brand new. Unfortunately it appears the staff is as well. I came here twice in the last two weeks because I absolutely love breakfast and I always want to support a new restaurant in the area. Unfortunately both times they had temperature and cook issues. The first time the potatoes were under and cold, then today the omelette was ice cold. Luckily my wife's food was warm so it seemed like mine just sat in the pass a while. Both times staff put in a refire but when your breakfast partner is already done eating it's just awkward having them watch you eat... and no thanks. So while I want to recommend this new place, stick with the originals down in Sunrise, FL. and give this one a pass. There are too many good restaurants around here (including one at the far other side of this plaza) to put up with cold food. read more

For a not so busy Sunday morning, service was slow and food lukewarm. Disappointing given that it came highly recommended.

Good = food superb I really enjoyed the omelette and pancakes Service = slow and not so attentive read more

Normally I wouldn't say anything negative about this place except today we went there and one of the two cups on the table was dirty, the second cup had some water spots and was wet. We asked the server Currin for two new cups and the server took it upon herself to decide that we only needed one cup and then automatically poured the coffee for my spouse into the new cup that she brought over without ever giving us the cup to inspect first. If a customer asks for new clean cups, you give them new clean cups. This should seem like a basic customer service concept, if a customer has concerns over the cleanliness of their cups/dishes. So when you go here - Be aware of this. Their food is ok. I only eat the same thing each time, and all the wait staff has always been nice...till today 9-23-24! read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

I didn't write a review after my first couple visits as I did not want this spot to be everyone's new fav. AMAZING restaurant to go to! But then that's not fair so here I go. So I happen to stop in on opening day. I was blown away by the quality of the food and unique, diverse selections. Made in house; protein drinks, smoothies, yogurt and I'm sure there's more. The avocado toast was the best I've ever had and don't even get me started on the Million Dollar Bacon, O-M-G! The space is open, bright, with a positive vibe. There's a breakfast bar which I personally love so I get in and out. *Note- Hard to find, go to Michaels parking lot, as you face Michael's, it's on the right! Probably won't find this gem on your own. read more

Great brunch at First Watch. The traditional breakfast was fantastic. They made great scrambled eggs and the potatoes are amazing. Service was subpar on this occasion. I think a place as small as this should be able to accept reservations and there is absolutely no waiting room. Additionally, they were not accepting cards at the time. This was causing a significant delay in service and paying the bill. Perhaps try a different location of this chain read more

I am not a pancake person but the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes were phenomenal. The Mocha Mint Iced Coffee was Beautiful and Delicious. All of the staff was extremely nice and welcoming, and all of the food was affordable. The biscuits and gravy, Tacos, Avocado omelette, and even the bread they use for the toast was beautifully made and delicious. I wouldn't even say I am a breakfast person but this place hit the spot and was 10 times better with a better environment and relaxing feel. I couldn't recommend this place more. Killer job! read more