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    4.2 (128 reviews)
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    Watermelon Wakeup
    Emmy L.

    Good breakfast place. True 4/5 stars. Food: - Belgian Waffle: Very blonde, chewy. Center of the waffle cinches when you try to cut it in half. I'm of the opinion that a Belgian waffle should be a deeper brown with a slight crunch, leaving crumbs when you're finished. The maple syrup is quality. - Watermelon Juice: Delicious - not too sweet, but bright and flavorful. - Tres Leches French Toast: Very filling, large portion size. Crumbled gingerbread on top was very nice. Crunchy french toast, not too crunchy. - Avocado toast: Thick layer of avocado, nicely toasted whole grain bread. Over medium egg was well prepared. Good value for the price. Service: Decently quick. Attentive wait staff. Ambiance: Cute farmhouse style decor. We were seated adjacent to the washrooms, so each time the men's room door opened we saw people walking in and out. Music at an appropriate volume, well lit.

    Renee S.

    Tried brunch here a few times and i'll say it gets very busy here over the weekend which may cause service to be a bit slow. Overall, I enjoyed their egg sandwich but the drinks were too sweet or watered down (kale tonic) for my preference. I think their pancakes are very sweet as well. However, location is nice and I like their bar seating by the window.

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    Olivia N.

    came here on a monday morning around 10 am they were pretty busy despite it being the first day of school for almost every school in the area. we were shortly seats. our server was super sweet and welcoming. every encounter i had with an employee of this restaurant was super nice. i ordered the french toast and it was pretty average not anything crazy. my boyfriend got the evaluated egg sandwich and gave it a 3 out of 5. service and ambiance wise impeccable. food average.

    Salmon frittata
    Anita J.

    I came here by myself Saturday around 9am for a quick breakfast before heading out of the area. I did join the online queue but given the time I went, they were able to seat me very quickly. The place was around 70% full. Not too loud, tables well spaced apart. The staff here are so very nice! My server knew I was going to be heading out quickly and was so mindful in bringing me the check soon after my food came out. Food wise, I got coffee and they bring you the whole pot which is great! Each table has cream, sugar, and a few condiments. I wanted to try so many things but I opted for the salmon frittata with a side of potatoes. I thought the potatoes were a bit salty for my taste but the frittata was so good! Overall I super recommend this location!

    Bella N.

    I'll admit that my partner and I just didn't care to try this spot for a good two years despite living a single block away...how wrong I was! I totally get the hype around First Watch now. For such a busy spot, the service is quite efficient (shout out to our server Taylor who was nice and provided excellent service). For a Friday lunch, it was quite crowded, although we were seated almost immediately. The menu has a few seasonal items but they've got all of the classics with their touch on it, as well as options for each dish (e.g. there are three different types of eggs benedict). I appreciated that they had a well-established juice bar, and ordered the kale juice, which was packed with sweet and tart flavor (I actually even enjoyed it once it diluted a bit). I opted for their smoked salmon eggs benedict and it hit the spot for me; there was the perfect amount of hollandaise sauce and salmon (that is to say, I don't like it too decadent or fishy and this was balanced enough for me). The hint of lemon was the unsung hero. It paired nicely with the simple side salad that also used a lemon vinaigrette. I also ordered a side of their million dollar bacon, and while I wish it were a little crispier, it was still very solid. My partner was less of a fan of his classic eggs benny, but his dish did seem more loaded with the ingredients, so it was perhaps too overwhelming for him. Overall, I'd definitely come back for an easy, efficient brunch with all of the classics and then some.

    Tri-fecta

    I am here right now. Truly the saddest looking lunch for $13 I have ever had. No diced potato, fruit or slice tomato. Just empty and sad looking. Tasted really bad too. Patties were clearly microwaved from a package. Very rude, sarcastic service as well. Ambiance is nice. They did lower my bill after I said something about, so kudos to that.

    Chocolate chip pancakes
    Caroline M.

    I love a good mimosa and pancakes and I did not leave disappointed! I got the chocolate chip pancakes with a side of potatoes and it was very good! I only have 4 starts because 1. I feel like it's a bit pricey a for what it is and 2. We waited at least 15 minutes before our server came to get our order. I LOVE how they have the pay from your phone option, it's so convenient and nice to be able to use Apple Pay! Also just a heads up with parking, if you don't want to pay be prepared for a bit of a walk. I parked down the road in the neighborhood section but they do have paid parking near the restaurant. I'd come back!

    Trifecta breakfast  Raspberry French toast
    Nicole I.

    Great brunch spot. Good for groups- bill is by seat, so easy to split the check and pay at the end of the meal. It's a chain but I really appreciate the consistent quality, large portions and reasonable prices. I love the seasonal menu!

    Lemon strawberry pancake with cheese eggs and bacon
    Caprice F.

    Meh, service wasn't the best but the food was great! I didn't realize that a first watch was in CWE, but it was a welcome surprise. Although the service was friendly, the service was sloooooow..... I waited to be greeted at the hostess station to be seated. I waited to be greeted after finally being seated. Then I continued to wait to order my meal and to get my check at the end of the meal. They weren't busy, but possibly short-staffed. The food was good. I'd suggest skipping their specialty mint iced mocha. I've had much better, but they get an A for effort. The lemon ricotta pancake was good, but they were a bit heavy-handed with the lemon custard topping. In spite of all of this, I'd still return, as this is in a great location.

    Tomato Bisque and Club sandwich
    Jennifer M.

    Took a walk down to the CWE location for my Birthday lunch with co-workers!!! This place is always busy but got sat right away! There is something for everyone and who doesn't mind Breakfast for Lunch???? I got the Breakfast Tacos which I highly recommend!! So Yummy. The Cheesy Grits were very bland!!! It needed seasoning!!! The co-workers got the Quinoa Bowl and the Sandwich and soup!!! Our server was attentive and helpful.

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    Food and service here is always decent. Food is GREAT! I enjoy taking my kids here. Very family friendly.

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    The food is usually good but this location can't seem to serve warm food. They seem to be understaffed for as busy as it is.

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    We only have been once since moving here. But the salads were delicious!! The service was outstanding!! Have to go back

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    Food was amazing and the staff were super friendly. This location is small so be prepared to wait.

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    Must try! One of favorite new places. Great menu options and great taste in everything we tried! Besides wonderful service...

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    I like their Central West End location. Not as busy as some other ones. Same menu, friendly service. Nice window views.

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    4.2 miDowntown
    $$$

    An absolute delight!…read more My husband made reservations for my birthday here, so when we arrived the hostess was already expecting us. She was so sweet, and the high chair request was already set up. She gave my son his menu, coloring sheet, and offered to open his crayons for him. And then, someone came by and got him his water cup ready. We're used to great service and wait staff being kind to our cute kid, but the service and kindness was exceptional here toward him! Our server was Hope, and she was astounding, along with the other servers taking care of our table. We ordered off the kid's menu: silver dollar pancakes with a side of berries. My husband ordered the Pork Steak Benedict with fresh squeezed orange juice, and I ordered the English Breakfast with drip coffee Not only was the atmosphere very calm, but the entire dining experience was just so pleasant. We loved our food, and we're stuffed immediately lol. The benedict had a great flavor: smokey, sweet, tangy and the eggs were perfectly poached. The English Breakfast was everything I dreamed it would be: snappy sausage, plump mushrooms, seasoned baked beans - so absolutely delicious! We loved our experience here, the Four Seasons Hotel is beautiful so lounging after our meal was great. There was also a beautiful view of the Arch.

    Located on the 8th floor of the Four Seasons Hotel is Ramsay's Kitchen, and wow! What a stunning…read morerestaurant! My experience was positive, personal, and enjoyable. Upon arrival, I was met with courteous and professional hostesses. I was directed to my table and the view was amazing! The skyline of Downtown STL was beautiful to see as I enjoyed my meal. After being seated, you are quickly offered your choice of water. I ordered sparkling water, and then ordered my drink. I ordered the Lychee Cooler, one of the delicious mocktail options. The lychee nicely balanced out the grapefruit juice. For appetizers, I ordered the Sticky Cauliflower. It was delicious. The Korean-style glaze had a tangy, umami flavor, and the cauliflower was cooked perfectly. For the main dish, I ordered the Beef Wellington with a side of truffle fries. Wow! What an excellent meal! The steak was juicy, tender, and delectable. The puff pastry was flaky, light, and the perfect amount of crunch. The mashed potatoes on the side were smooth and creamy. The side of truffle fries was also immaculate. They were topped with Parmesan and had the perfect crunch. These were definitely some of the best truffle fries I've had in a long time. For dessert, I ordered a scoop of the seasonal sorbet, which was raspberry! The sorbet was refreshing and tart, a lovely way to end the evening. While it was expensive, my experience here was worth it. The outside views, the excellent service, and the amazing food definitely have me looking forward to my next visit.

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    Beef Wellington for Two

    First Watch - breakfast_brunch - Updated May 2026

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