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    4.1 (300 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Food after my 5K. 08.03.2025
    Trisha W.

    You know what is great after a 5K? First Watch. My Elevated Egg Sandwich hit the spot?! 10.11.2025

    Jordyn W.

    such a cute brunch spot!!! large menu with a lot of choices. i got the farmhouse hash which was so yummy! i also got a side of pico which paired very well. the kale tonic was really good too. a lot of really great choices as everything was great! thank you!

    Floridian French Toast
    Mark V.

    We came early in the morning, and I went straight for the Floridian French toast. I have not had it before, but as I've gotten used to it lives up to First Watch's reputation--legit. Fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you want when you're easing into the day. Now, I'll admit I've gotten a little bougie with my coffee lately, so I skipped it this time. I just prefer my home brew--no shade to theirs. One thing worth mentioning: it was cold inside. I think it was the lack of bodies that made the space feel extra chilly, and honestly, it made it harder to fully enjoy the meal. So if you're heading there early, bring a jacket... or a blanket, I'm just saying.

    Scott M.

    Usually one of our favorite brunch spots, however, last visit was a tad underwhelming. We were in a large group, and the consensus was it was "fine", but no one was truly impressed. Some remarks were: burger patty too small, breakfast tacos had tons of ingredients but not very flavorful, 1 plate and 1 glass were not clean.

    Anthoinette M.

    One of my absolute favorite restaurants! I stopped in recently and tried their new juice and it was incredibly refreshing! I also love how they change up the menu with seasonal options; it keeps every visit exciting and fresh. The food is always beautifully presented, and you can tell they use quality ingredients. Great atmosphere, friendly service, and consistently delicious...definitely one of those places you can always count on for a good experience! They have multiple locations and every one I've been to has been good!

    Farmhouse Skillet Hash
    Deborah K.

    The food is always fresh and cooked just the way I asked. My favorite part about the Farmhouse Hash is their roasted tomatoes from Turkey. Our waitress was very sweet. In fact when I asked her about the tomatoes she made the extra effort for me and found out what First Watch uses. I like the ambience as the restaurant can seat many people without making you feel like you're sardined in. This is a breakfast favorite of mine! My only suggestion would be to start a rewards program.

    Skilled Market
    Alonso N.

    I came here for breakfast and had a good experience overall. The receptionist was friendly and respectful, and the service while ordering was also kind, professional, and attentive. The food was good; however, the home fries were a bit overcooked -- a few pieces were burnt and too crispy to eat. Other than that, the place is very nice and well-organized.

    Casey E.

    Food is great but they're extremely short staffed and it makes me kinda mad bc I tried working here by applying online and speaking to different managers Whatever Service sucks

    Two Multigrain Pancakes
    Saphir S.

    I've been coming here for years and it's always been one of our classic breakfast spots in Tampa, especially when I'm craving pancakes. The service is quick and food is reliable. Today I tried the AM Superfoods Bowl and we split a pancake stack.

    Skye N.

    This is one of our go-to breakfast/brunch spots in the Tampa area. The food is always amazing, we've never ordered something and not enjoyed it...and we've tried a good variation of things from the menu over time. I always love their hash or skillet options, especially when there's a holiday menu out - don't skip on this! The service is always friendly and on point, we consistently feel well taken care of when we dine at First Watch. It's a popular spot and more often than not you'll see people crowded at the door or waiting for a seat, but the wait has never been excruciating enough for us to leave, the staff seems pretty on top of it. The restaurant always looks pretty tidy for how busy it is as well, it gets a bit louder as the restaurant fills up and people are coming and going, but we can always hear our party at our table without disruption, so I'd say it's solid all the way around.

    Special with burnt ends.
    Stephanie M.

    Nice restaurant. Awesome food. I usually go to the one on Fowler, but we decided to check out this location. The only thing is that the tables seem a little cramped. The waitress was nice but seemed a little forgetful. We got a coffee pot with fresh coffee, but no cups. When the waitress came with cups, she started to pour our coffee. I looked and the glass was barely filled half way. There was no half and half in the creamer bowl. I asked for that when I realized and was sitting waiting. Hence 4 stars instead of 5.

    Lazaro P.

    This is my second time coming to this place and I have nothing but positive things to say. Love having brunch on the weekends with friends or girlfriend. Service is quick and food is delicious will be coming here more for aure

    The kitchen is busy.
    Pietro M.

    Overall I was satisfied with my visit today. Meals are reasonably priced and the service is great. I had the traditional breakfast and everything was good except the potatoes were a little underdone to my taste. A little more consistency in the potatoes would have been appreciated but not enough to warrant any concern. Was able to make a reservation online so we bypassed the wait when we arrived. Brunch is a busy time so the atmosphere is a little loud and busy.

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    Great family place for breakfast we enjoy visiting here often. The food is always great.

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    The food is delicious and the service is very friendly and attentive. The ambiance is that of a great brunch restaurant.

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    Hunter took such great care of us! He is so sweet and polite, his personality was just contagious! The food was yummy as usual :)

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