This was my first time at a Forst Watch and it did not disappoint. The 45 min wait should have told me that. WOW it was soo good. I had the chickenchangas. The flavor and spice was perfect. The avocado was nice and soft. The strawberry leche French toast is a must. Trust me on this. Overall perfection. A must go. read more

I normally enjoy First Watch and eat at various locations frequently, which is why today's experience was so disappointing, especially since it was my birthday breakfast. Let me start by saying that the food is usually very good. First Watch is one of my favorite breakfast spots, and I visit often. However, today's meal fell short of what I have come to expect. I ordered my usual smoked salmon dish and immediately noticed there was much less salmon on the plate than normal. I also requested that the salmon be cooked a little, as I typically do. When the plate arrived, the portion was noticeably smaller than what I have received on countless previous visits and the salmon was a little hard. In addition, the tomatoes were soggy, which further affected the quality of the meal. I politely mentioned my concerns and asked for more salmon. The manager did attempt to accommodate my request and brought out additional salmon, which I appreciated. However, even after the additional salmon was added, the portion still did not resemble what I am accustomed to receiving when ordering this dish. During our conversation, I was told that adding more salmon would not make much difference because it "shrivels up" when cooked. As someone who orders this meal regularly, that explanation did not align with my past experiences. What disappointed me most was not that a mistake may have been made, but how the concern was handled. As a loyal customer, I wasn't looking for an argument or an explanation. I was simply hoping the manager would acknowledge my concern and ensure I left satisfied. Instead, I felt like I had to defend my own experience with a dish that I order frequently. Additionally, my niece had the same meal. Hers was the same way, but after she saw what happened with me, she didn't even ask for anymore. She just ate it the way it was. At that point, I chose not to make a bigger issue of it and became quiet, but the interaction changed the atmosphere of what was supposed to be an enjoyable birthday breakfast. I will continue to visit First Watch because I generally enjoy the food and have had many positive experiences there. However, I hope this feedback is taken seriously. Customer service is often remembered long after the meal is over, and while I appreciate the manager's attempt to correct the issue, today's experience did not reflect the level of quality or service that has kept me coming back over the years. read more

First Watch - Smoked salmon eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - St. Charles, Missouri

I was in town visiting family and staying nearby, so we decided to stop by First Watch for breakfast on a Wednesday morning. There was plenty of parking, and we were seated immediately with no wait. My mom ordered the Million Dollar Potatoes. She absolutely loved the potatoes, although she's not a fan of bacon, so I happily took care of that for her. The bacon was thick and had just the right touch of maple syrup drizzled on top. I went with the waffle, which was light and fluffy. I paired it with eggs and sausage, which was good. I also tried their Honey Caramel Crunch Iced Coffee. Unfortunately, they forgot to add the toffee nut crumbles but the drink looked pretty lol. However, It was just okay overall, and I probably wouldn't order it again. My cousin kept it simple with grits and toast, and she enjoyed her meal. The server was friendly, the food arrived quickly, and the ambiance was calm and welcoming. Overall, we had a good experience, and I would return next time I'm in town. read more

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What better way to kick off the Holiday of Summer - Fourth of July, than with the Summer menu. Met friends for breakfast this morning, before things got crazy with the Holiday Weekend. The Summer menu has a new drink, WATERMELON WAKE-UP: Watermelon, pineapple, lime and mint. Very refreshing. Our table opted for two other items off the Summer menu: ELOTE BREAKFAST BURRITO & STRAWBERRY TRES LECHES FRENCH TOAST. As always, food was fresh, flavorful, and hit the spot. Our server, Ebony, provided great friendly service. Great place to grab breakfast and work, meet friends, or have a quick meeting. read more

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Food was very tasty and service was great. Restaurant was very busy but we only had to wait 10 minutes. read more

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Great food and service. Conveniently located. Indoor and outdoor seating. Must try the million dollar bacon.

First Watch is one of my favorite places to get brunch. The food is consistently good. Even though they are usually very busy we get seated quickly. I got a seasonal caramel coffee to drink. It was very good. I got the triathlete omelette with potatoes as my main course. I don't know why this omelette is so good but I would highly recommend it. I also split a blueberry muffin with my husband. It tasted very fresh. First watch has a large menu with great breakfast and lunch options. The staff is always helpful and friendly. The restaurant has a modern farmhouse vibe. read more

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Food was GREAT! I loved the bacon and the French toast! The service was amazing . Everyone was very friendly . And my seating was accommodated outside . I absolutely will be back . read more

I'm not crazy about First Watch, the ambience is fine but vegan options are limited. I got this sandwich and salad it was ok. Service was fine, the wait staff took care of our large group with ease. I don't get excited about this restaurant but my co-workers like it. We were here for lunch. I have been to another location for breakfast and I think the options for breakfast are better. read more

Great day for a visit, their outdoor seating packed but we chose to sit inside. All the staff working today were top notch and very efficient. Had to do the Trifecta, but changed it up and tried the chicken apple sausage on the staff's recommendation, didn't disappoint! Always the waffle with their preserves, way better than standard syrup! This restaurant is always an absolutely delicious meal with stellar service, love eating here! read more

Did a breakfast date with hubby this morning and wanted to try this location. It's located in the streets of St. Charles. Parking was plentiful. Upon walking in it's a bit congested and crowded and limited space. Shaped like shotgun which means straight line seating . Decent space between tables. Service was speedy and waitress was helpful on ordering. I ordered Belgium Waffle and million dollar bacon . It could have been hotter but not worth the argument. Hubby ordered biscuits and gravy, potatoes, scrambled eggs and grits. His was hot and delicious per him. Coffee was hot. Patio seating was available as well . read more

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easy to join waitlist, we only waited about 10 mins (maybe) and there was a 5-15 minute wait. not a lot of seating in the wait area but they get you seated pretty fast so it wasn't a huge problem. staff was super nice and fast, didn't feel anxious or rushed to order. food was very good, a lot of flexible and healthy options. it was pretty loud in there but it was around lunch so it was to be expected. I got the elevated egg sandwich w/ no avocado with the potatoes and my boyfriend got the sunrise granola bowl with the muffin and he got the pineapple express to drink. all was SOO GOOD!!! the fruit tasted fresh in the granola bowl and the pineapple express it was so refreshing!! my sandwich was pretty mid but the potatoes were amazing!! we also got a side of the million dollar bacon and it was sweet/spicy so if you're into that it was amazing! read more

First Watch - Million Dollar Bacon, Elevated Egg Sandwich, Sunrise Granola Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - St. Charles, Missouri

Decided to have first breakfast of 2025 at First Watch. Only few minutes from hotels. Perfect timing at 9:30am before it gets real busy at 10am. Friendly waitress serves us and communicate with us well. These food were delicious. I'd come back again thank you read more

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I guess this chain in general is very 3-star because I wrote a 3-star review of the First Watch in Central West End a couple years ago! I went with a friend to the St. Charles location after a hard workout, looking forward to a great experience and tasty food. Unfortunately, First Watch did not live up to these expectations. The service was OK, with the server just doing enough to get by and never checking in with us. Initially, she didn't provide straws, so I asked for them and it took more than five minutes (I get this isn't that much time but when you have drinks waiting to be drank, I want straws sooner) so I had to get up and get them myself from the server. The food was OK. The chickichanga wasn't as crispy on the outside as advertised and was quite bland. The potatoes were also undercooked. I ordered the Honey Caramel Crunch Iced Coffee and it was full of sweet cream cold foam and packed with ice to the top and I don't think there was any coffee (if there was, it wasn't much) so I had to order coffee separate. Ambiance was fine, I liked the big windows making it bright with natural light. They also ran out of paper towels in the bathroom (and there were no hand dryers). All in all, I will not go back. And maybe not back to a First Watch at all considering the trending 3-star reviews! read more

This is a fun, lightly upscale breakfast joint and would be perfect for lunch after errands, a cute brunch with friends or even a business lunch. There's great natural lighting inside as well as a great porch. I had a cold brew and The Works omelette. The potatoes as a side are a must! The food was tasty and decently portioned. I would definitely dine here again when I'm in town. read more

Food is consistent almost always which is nice. This location has forced in WAY too many tables. I'm not someone who gets overstimulated, but it is nearly impossible to not scream at the person you're sitting across from. Certain 2 person tables are elbow-to-elbow with the other tables. Quit forcing tables together like sardines and get back to providing a more palatable dining experience. The St. Peter's location doesn't have this issue and I will be going there. Service is acceptable but not anything above baseline expectations and I feel like that is due to your servers having like 6 tables at once. The logistics and inconvenience of this place are annoying as a consumer. read more

for a franchise, it's very good. Lots of Whole Foods. Great service. i've eaten at the one in Saint Charles many times and it's excellent. I ate a few in the south that were kind of rough and not nearly as good. read more

Their automated cue system is not effective. We came here on a Saturday around 10.30am and were told that wait time is 45 minutes and they tell everyone the same. But we saw some people came after us, cut us off and got a table earlier than us! We had to wait 50 minutes to get a table. It was so uncomfortable waiting by the door and people were trying to get in/out. This place can't handle more than 30 people at a time on weekends, especially in winter: there is only few tables inside. Breakfast skillet hash that I ordered was just ok, nothing special. I will definitely go somewhere else next time. UPDATE: Business owner responded (see below) and I thought it was nice they wanted to reach out to me to improve customer relations and but noone ever called or emailed me back. read more

First Watch - Skillet hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - St. Charles, Missouri

The soup and sandwich was good and gooey . I had the BLTE, Most excellent. The pecan salad was good. The million dollar bacon was a little bit too sweet for me, others liked it. We also had the eggs Benedict with potatoes and a chocolate chip kids pancake. When we ordered the food came quickly. The waitress was quick to help clean up the coffee the granddaughter knocked over. Atmosphere is a little loud but acceptable. read more

Solid breakfast place! Can get very busy so highly recommend getting in line online before you get there. I tried First Watch at another location in the past and wasn't a big fan but was pretty pleased this time. read more

First Watch - Floridian French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - St. Charles, Missouri

We used the app and got onto the waitlist. We checked in at 11:30 AM but when we got to the restaurant at 12:00 PM they were still not ready for us, the app said 30 minutes. So we sat at the community table. We ordered at 12 PM but did not get our food till after 1 PM. Our order was wrong. Before we even said anything the server said they took care of our ticket because they knew the order was wrong and we waited so long. The server was incredibly nice and the manager was working so hard I felt so bad for him. The manager was working the front and back house. read more

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It's a long time since I had something both different and delicious for breakfast. Quick service and we also love the QR code checkout so we could be up and out quickly when we were done. Breakfast potatoes to die for too. read more

Michelle was amazing server and so was the older lady at checkout register. I don't come here often idk why tho it's amazing. We got to sit at community table so we didn't have to wait an hr and got served quickly. Place was packed but it was a Sunday brunch time. I got this bomb million dollar bacon that melted in my mouth and seasoned potatoes can never go wrong. Tried this watermelon mint drink of the day was fabulous for the summer. read more

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Excited to have brunch with an out of town visitor. Got online to join the wait list. Arrived at the restaurant and was told would be added to the queue to the end of the line, behind everyone that was there. Disappointed the wait list process was not clear, and not clear on the purpose of joining the wait list ahead of time if guests are added to the end upon arrival. Due to time constraints we had to leave and dine elsewhere. Will try to plan for earlier arrival next time. read more

i've come here for YEARS, i've been to other locations but this one, TOOS them all by far. food is always incredible, staff is quick and efficient, and most importantly nice. i'll continue to have my saturday morning dates here with my husband! read more

Excellent food & great service. They were under a water boil order and pivoted nicely. Some drinks weren't available but all food options were. Lemon ricotta pancakes were awesome. read more

The service is always delightful and the food is prepared expertly. The crab was actually fresh (not previously frozen) and the avocado was smashed freshly too. The bread is heartily grainy--we love it. The Works omelette was packed with meat, veggies, and cheese. My spouse could hardly finish it. It may not be full of quaint ambiance but we absolutely enjoy going to First Watch every single time! (They also accept Apple Pay.) read more

First Watch - The Works Omelette with potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - St. Charles, Missouri

We got seated and had to wait 20 minutes just for a server to come by and order coffee. Then we were told the reason for the wait was no one saw you. How is that even possible when the hostess is the one that sat us down? read more

The food was very good and very filling, the pancakes were amazing. The hot chocolate was probably the best I've had in the area. The service was quick and fast despite a long wait list to get in. The ambiance was very chill and relaxing, with a nice farm aesthetic to it. I will come again! read more

First Watch - Two Multigrain Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - St. Charles, Missouri

Hey, who doesn't like first watch? We moved recently and wanted to try out our newly local location, and it didn't disappoint. The food is spectacular. As with most locations it is crowded with a long wait. Obnoxious, but clearly it's a sign of a business doing something right. Wait staff are attentive enough but it's understandably difficult to give everyone the attention they need perfectly with the place being so busy. This location is quite a bit smaller than others I've been to, so bear in mind that wait may be a bit longer. I tried their Korean hash this time, an item off of their seasonal menu. My god is it amazing. I just wish there was more, I got very sad when my plate was finished. It rekindled my love affair with kimchi- I had to go out and by some the same day. read more

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It's been awhile since I'd been to a First Watch. I was very impressed! We went to a newer location, the place was packed, but moving folks in and out. The menu has vastly improved! The avocado toast is awesome! A friend had a breakfast bowl with scrambled eggs and avocados, it looked yummy! Of course, as the place and menu had improved, the prices have gone up as well. That's to be expected. First Watch has gone from 'dive cafe' to 'vibe cafe'! read more

I always get the avocado toast with 2 over medium eggs....this is my FAVORITE avocado toast around!! The iced tea is always fresh brewed, and refills are plentiful! Our server was friendly and attentive! The restaurant is clean , bright, and cozy! Perfect place for brunch with friends...I velvet feel rushed! read more

I was really happy with our visit here! It was a Sunday morning so we expected it to be busy. I think we were lucky and didn't have to wait too long thanks to the weather but also getting on the wait list. Our waitress was attentive and quick. I loved the coffee as it comes to you in a pot that holds about 3 cups of coffee! The food was also good and differed from the first time I went to another First Watch years ago. This time, it seemed better quality and more filling than prior. Our table ordered a variety of dishes and I believe everyone enjoyed their food. I would certainly go again. read more

So yummy! Came here on a Saturday morning, waited inside for about 20 minutes, and was served pretty quickly! The waitress was so nice, I wish I remembered her name. Typical brunch place, cute and bustling. read more

First Watch - Two Tri-Fectas with a side of House Potatoes for the table - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - St. Charles, Missouri

Wow!Awesome customer service and great food!The french toast is so fluffy and tasty!!! I definitely recommend this!

The service and atmosphere is very good, the place is always very clean when I come dine in. The food is always good I just feel like sometimes you get less food on the plate than the time before or after. read more

Great food, atmosphere, and the staff was very friendly. Can't forget their nice patio! I will definitely come back to this location! read more

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Fast, friendly service!! We were amazed watching how quickly large group were being served. Good food and our waitress, Stacy, was wonderful. read more

Always great! Fantastic food. Great service. One of my favorite restaurants. Whenever we find a First Watch it's a must go.

This was my first visit to First Watch as I was visiting the area. I was very impressed with the short wait for a Saturday morning, the quick service from the wait staff and the even shorter time it took for our food to come. I ordered the breakfast tacos and I ate every bit (which is rare for me). The black beans were well seasoned as was the pico. I was very satisfied when I left and full. It was the perfect serving size to keep me full through my ride back to Chicago. If I ever come across another First Watch in my travels, I will most definitely dine again. And I will share my experience with others so that they can enjoy what I did. read more

First Watch - Breakfast tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - St. Charles, Missouri

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