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3.7 (136 reviews)
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Very tasty eggs, Avacado Toast and Potatoes
Michael M.

Really fresh Homemade Juices, very clean and well managed. Our Server was excellent, attentive and very knowledgeable. The food was fantastic. We will return.

Caitlyn Y.

Grapefruit mimosa 15/10 Potatoes 10/10 Bacon 7/10 (a little too chewy for me) Vibes 10/10 (we sat on the patio underneath a heater)

Chili Chorizo omelette
Mario F.

The food was decent, but nothing on the menu really made a lasting impression or stood out flavor-wise. It wasn't bad by any means--just fairly average overall. The service moved slowly, but with the heavy Sunday morning rush and the restaurant still being a newer spot, I gave them some grace. Still, it's something they'll hopefully tighten up as they settle in. Parking was probably the biggest frustration. With so many shops packed into the same area, finding a spot felt like its own challenge, and it definitely adds time to the outing before you even get inside. Once you're in, though, the space itself is charming. The décor is cute, thoughtfully put together, and gives the restaurant a cozy, upbeat atmosphere. I also loved the addition of both a bar and a patio--they're small touches that make the place feel more versatile and enjoyable. Honestly, next time I think I'll skip the wait for a regular table and head straight for the bar. It seems like the perfect spot to settle in with a Bloody Mary or a mimosa and actually enjoy the downtime instead of feeling like you're just waiting. One thing they absolutely got right is the online waitlist. It made the whole process so much smoother and saved us from having to stand around outside for an hour or more. For a busy weekend morning, that convenience alone goes a long way.

Frittata Rustica with with potatoes and a coffee
CheRich R.

This is the first time we came to this location. As consistent with First watch, everything was fresh and delicious. There wasn't a long wait to be seated or to get our food. The place was clean and small but cute. Staff were friendly and welcoming. This is a good place to come eat when you're the neighborhood. I had the rustica frittata which was amazing. The potatoes are yummy and don't miss out on getting that delicious French toast.

Michelle B.

Stopped in for a weekday lunch with coworkers at the First Watch in Surprise. We were seated in under 5 minutes (bless whoever runs that host stand). After that, service was a bit of a magic act, our server appeared and disappeared like a part-time illusionist. Pretty sure she was also running the bar, which explains the vanishing acts. Food-wise: everything tasted fresh, but the flavors felt shy. I got the Power Wrap, which lived up to the "power" (very wholesome) but not the "wow." I found myself wishing for salt or hot sauce to wake it up. My coworkers ordered a range, the Trifecta, a salad-and-sandwich combo, soup, and bacon. The table verdict: "good," but only one person said they'd come back specifically for it. Cleanliness was... clean-ish. The table looked wiped down, but the seats were still wet when my coworker sat, unexpectedly interactive dining. Consider it the "spa chair" experience, but maybe bring a towel. What would bump this to 4 stars: * A little more seasoning or sauces offered up front. * Tighter coverage on the floor if staff are bartending and serving. * A quick dry check on seats after cleaning. Bottom line: Fast seating, fresh ingredients, friendly vibe, but the flavors and service rhythm need a nudge. I may try it again for breakfast but only with a bottle of hot sauce in my pocket.

Farmhouse Hash
Kemlyn B.

OMG the Trifecta is a great deal for $13 plus change. Look at the pile of bacon and the beautiful waffle....served with warm tableside maple syrup. Farmhouse Hash is my go to. The sun-dried tomatoes, onions and caramelized potatoes were perfectly cooked. One avocado slice was a bit dark with oxidation. Skip the Lines: Love the QR code payment option.

Maple Bacon Croissant Sandwich  Blazing Dragon
Destiney S.

Not the greatest visit. I was aware that on a holiday it would be busy so I placed my to-go order with that in mind. But it was exceedingly frustrating to see my food/drink sitting in the kitchen for 10 minutes. I brought it up to the hostess and her attitude was very dismissive. I'm sorry but NO ONE likes to have their food cold. I tried one of their new seasonal items, the maple bacon croissant sandwich. It was absolutely SMOTHERED in the apricot jam as was my potatoes since they were in the same box. I don't mind jam but I don't need it all over everything!! I literally had to wipe half of it away. It just tasted and reeked of the jam so it was very disappointing. It made the croissant so mushy on the bottom, also didn't help that it sat there for 10 min like I previous mentioned. The only redeeming item was the new drink, the blazing dragon. That was sooo good and refreshing!! I wish it had come in a larger size!

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CritDicks ..

An entertaining breakfast with extended family. Our server, Aiden, was excellent. He's a very good server. Very thorough, professional and charismatic. He explained everything on the menu and was especially comforting. A really good server. Food was very good. Not great. The Billion Dollar Bacon (or whatever it was called) was overhyped and sticky. The hollandaise sauce was PERFECT! And the Benedict was awesome. I tried a bite of everything on the table. Others had some fruit type breakfast drinks/cocktails that looked good, but I didn't taste. A fun and fulfilling breakfast experience. CritDicks

Brandie C.

I met one of my friends here for brunch on Tuesday and as always it's packed! People sitting outside and enjoying themselves as well as people eating inside and enjoying themselves and the food! It's enough space for small and big groups! Fresh and clean inside with a full bar! We had the purple haze which is delicious! I make sure to order one of the beauties every time I eat here. The kale tonic is bomb as well! We also had the million dollar bacon... my favorite!!!!!!!! Million dollar potatoes, my other favorite!!!!!! The avocado toast on sourdough, egg-white omelette with spinach, tomato and some other goodies, side of fruit, and multi-grain pancakes were all very good! I love eating here! The servers are amazing and very helpful with making sure the order is correct. They offer suggestions that are actually good and they seem to like their job!

Chicken apple sausage
Brandon P.

The service was great. It was a little loud in the restaurant, to the point the waitress also mentioned it, but we were still able to hold conversation. The food was just okay. The potatoes had a nice flavor to them but they were over salted. The gravy was nothing special. The chocolate chip pancake was good. The bacon was a little undercooked for my liking. The chicken Apple sausage seemed heavy on the chicken side, but again, just okay. The waffle was cooked perfectly and the fruit and warmed syrup was delicious. The biscuit from the biscuits and gravy, was fluffy with a fantastic crunch on the bottom. The prices were also very reasonable compared to other similar restaurants.

Eggs Benedict
Chris G.

We came here for breakfast to try some new food and was happy with the choice. We had a party of 6 and when we arrived it was pretty packed but we were seated quickly and took some time to go over the menu which had plenty of choices. For being so busy it wasn't too loud and if you want they have a nice outdoor seating area with fans and heaters. And for the food we tried the carrot cake pancakes and blueberry pancakes which everyone liked and they were pretty big as well. We had 2 orders of eggs Benedict which were really good as well. I ended up getting the traditional breakfast which was good as well and I really liked the bacon. Definitely a good place to try if you haven't.

Elote burrito
Sondi A.

The best breakfast experience in Surprise to date. The elite burrito was huge and very tasty. The pancakes are perfection and the waffle is done just right. And the fresh juice drinks are very tasty. And the bacon is sooo good too. The service is outstanding and the entire front house staff were professional and expert! If you want the Lemon cornbread...go early as it's sold out b4 lunchtime.

Alyssa W.

A great place for breakfast and lunch, First Watch has a fresh healthy food options for everyone. I got the steel oats with fresh fruit and a muffin and added a side of turkey sausage. My husband got French toast and bacon. Everything was delicious and the servers are super nice. They now have a QR code to be able to make your payment on your phone instead of waiting in line which is convenient since they are always pretty busy.

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Good healthy meal. Going back again today. I got the power wrap. I'll have a sandwich today. It's a long wait to get in.

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