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4.4 (674 reviews)
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Chimchurri Steak w Sunny side up
Shay K.

Fantastic eggs & steak today at my fav breakfast spot off University! Chimchurri special on the menu today was delicious First Watch you rock!

Barbacoa Chilaquiles Breakfast Bowl
Olivia P.

Came in around 9:30 AM and the place wasn't busy! The parking lot however, had nowhere to park so we had to park in another business and walk over. We were served a big pitcher of water for the table and unfortunately didn't get it refilled, although we may have overstayed (as we were visiting with friends for ~2 hours). I felt I had to ration the water in my glass. The waiter did not seem very happy to be serving us, I'm not sure if he was having an "off day" or it's just his personality, but I didn't get the best vibes. He only checked on us once, which is fine, I just wish he would've noticed our lack of water. My bowl was good. However, it felt like there was NO barbacoa. They must've ran out just before making my bowl, and instead of making more, they dumped the beef juices and broth onto my plate and scraped what little beef was left onto my plate. Genuinely was so disappointed in the lack of meat. Now that I'm thinking back to it, I definitely should've said something. I even asked, when they served it, "this is the barbacoa right?" Cause I was searching everywhere for the protein. They also gave us a receipt that you have to scan with your phone to pay. Can't help but think my dad would have no way to pay cause he has a flip phone. Would return here again, possibly get something different.

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Erik G.

First Watch is one of my favorite places to get breakfast. I have been coming to the location near ASU for about four years now, and they have consistently done a great job every time. Although there was one instance where they accidentally burned my order and had to remake it, they made it right by remaking it and providing it to me free of charge. Even the best places have off days, so I understood that, and they have not let me down. While I have had many of the items on their menu, the item I have had the most of is the breakfast tacos. The breakfast tacos never miss. Even though they removed the regular breakfast tacos from the menu, you can still order them, which is a delightful bonus. I know many of the workers there by name, and they are some of the nicest people I have ever met. They are always attentive and make sure everything is going well. Whenever you need anything extra, they are more than happy to help. One of the workers is named Isaac, and he is one of the most genuinely nice guys I have ever met. Every staff member is committed to ensuring that guests have a great experience in their restaurant. Whenever I pay up, I make sure to leave them a handsome tip. The atmosphere is also pleasant. Perfect for unwinding as you prepare for the second half of your day ahead after your lunch break concludes. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a great breakfast, brunch, or lunch spot for a reasonable price. First Watch is among the best options out there.

Avocado toast with an up charge adding bacon
Kellie N.

Great little brunch spot right near campus. Service was very friendly. The avocado toast was perfect. No fuss the way I like it sliced avocado on yummy wheat bread a little EVOO and s&p served with eggs your way with a small up charge I added bacon. They offer lots of juices too. Will definitely be back.

Gerald J.

If you know anything about me, you know that I love first watch. But this location was very disappointing from the parking lot is extremely small and there is no street parking so I literally had to sit outside 15 minutes away for somebody to come out and leave before I got a parking spot. The service here was terrible. We were constantly looking for our server. Our server changed three times within a 45 minute period and the order was wrong twice it had to be sent back. So overall, it wasn't a good experience at this location. Food 3/5 Atmosphere 4/5 Service 2/5 Location 5/5 Parking 0/5 Return Factor 0/5

Million Dollar Potatoes
Isabella F.

My friend and I recently stopped in to grab some brunch and to catch up. It was super packed when we got here, but the staff were super nice and accompanied us when it was our time. The ambience of the restaurant was really cute, we loved the vibe. To start off I got the million dollar potatoes and they were fantastic. I love the bacon and sour cream they added, as well as the seasoning on the potatoes themselves. They were super crunchy on the outside mushy on the inside and tasted perfect. For my main meal I got the pesto chicken power bowl. I like the chicken and pesto, along with the quinoa. This meal was super light and was still big enough for some leftovers. Me and my friend had a great time and will be sure to stop in again.

Food
Naomi G.

The food is usually pretty good though it is on the pricier side of things. This visit, there was an issue but the staff quickly responded and remediated. There is inside or outdoor seating to fit your preferred ambiance during your meal. We opted to sit outside though it was a tad warm as the morning progressed. Would have been great if they had misters or fans outside.

Daniel L.

Greeted with a smile right when you walked in the door. The service was amazing. It was a quiet Thursday morning but the restaurant atmosphere was great. The food all packed unique flavor. Can't wait to try it all again

Keshante A.

Menu looked delicious so we walked over from our hotel. It was a nice day so we asked to be sat outside. There were at least two more groups sitting out there. We waited 15 min with no server coming over. I went to the hostess stand to request a server. Another 5 minutes until she finally arrived. She was nice enough but no apology from any of the staff, and that was off putting. The food was a solid 4/5. I had the BEC and my friend had an egg scramble with avocado and cornbread. The million dollar potatoes was definitely the best dish I had. The blackberry sangria was pretty watered down. Overall an okay experience, just wasn't happy with the first impression. We were going to a festival and didn't have time to wait so long. We went to the Daily Jam the following day and it was much better.

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Maria H.

This is honestly one of my new favorite brunch places in Tempe/Scottsdale! The food is really great! I've tried the carrot cake pancake, avocado toast (my fav), smoked salmon frittata and the egg scrambles (my favorite). The servers are also very friendly and attentive. My only complaint is they don't sell espresso for lattes :,) but it's okay because Cartel Coffee is Nextdoor.

I expected more, but I guess that's what $14 gets you these days
Sue R.

Just ok. Good ambience, just pricey for what you get. And the toilet was backed up in the women's room. Service was ok a bit of a hard sell on the drinks .

Bacado omelette
Savannah R.

Brunch with besties! Okay not really, but that just sounded really catchy. We had a girls brunch here as a party of 6 and had a wonderful experience. It was the first time for all of us! Surprisingly, we didn't have much of a wait for being a bustling Saturday morning. We started off with mimosas and a pitcher of sangria. The sangria itself was not very good & had more of a dry bitter taste. I've had really good sangria, and I just couldn't finish my glass. The mimosas however were great, I mean you really can't go wrong with those. Our server was amazing! She was kind, attentive and patient with our crazy group. Most of all us seemed to enjoy our meals. I opted for the "bacado omelette" which is just your basic omelette topped with bacon, avocado & cheese. It was pretty good & came with a side of fresh fruit & a slice of toast. There are plenty of tables both indoor and outdoor and is great spot for both large and small groups. Plenty of options for both breakfast, brunch and love that they offer pitcher options on some of their alcoholic beverages. We'll be back!

Branson U.

If you are looking for somewhere to bring your parents for brunch, or someplace to bring your friends that are visiting, or just somewhere to bring that special some on a cute brunch date. This is the spot to go. The Esthetic is super cute. The food is also very good and I recommend getting something off of the juice menu and the seasonal menu. Anything you get, you will not be disappointed! The staff is very friendly and constantly running around as the place fills up quickly! Jumping on the waitlist is a must. Next time we are in Phoenix my wife and I stopping by.

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3 years ago

Great place, great food and great service. Happy to recommend it for all breakfast or lunch

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3 years ago

One of my favorite places for brunch. Creative menu with lots of delicious items to choose from. The coffee is really good too.

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Great iced coffee's really enjoyed our breakfast too. Million dollar bacon is a must! Service was friendly and fast.

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Very cute little place. Food was delicious and service was excellent. The 1/2 club and 1/2 avocado chop are my favorites.

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Great food! We had a party of 8 and everything was delicious! Fresh food and the service was friendly!

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Always DELICIOUS food and great service. Always busy but well worth the initial wait to sit down.

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Super delicious! Would come again when I'm in town again! Highly recommend from breakfast/ brunch.

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my friend and i came to get some breakfast before classes, and our server was Stephanie. she was super awesome and attentive!

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I tried Happy Joe Coffee through ClassPass which is kind of strange but I'm happy to report it…read moreworks well. ClassPass now offers the ability to use credits at some food locations. I think I used about 8 credits, which may be more than just buying the coffee directly from Happy Joe, but I needed to use the credits before traveling out of town. Use um or lose um. Anyway, this place is cool. Located in the area of businesses near/on ASU campus. where Postino, Snooze, Rusty Taco, Laymoon etc is located. Bunch of stuff. I got the Milky Way latte and it was better than I was expecting since I didn't make any adjustments to the drink on the CP app. I will definitely go back and try other things. There was a Samoa seasonal coffee drink that I would probably like, and they have food there as well. Staff was super friendly and my coffee was ready, waiting for me to pick up after ordering from CP app.

Great local coffee shop located in the middle of ASU Tempe Campus…read more I have been coming to Happy Joe Coffee since they opened years ago, and they have maintained the same quality of coffee and customer service. The staff are always so welcoming and friendly. They are also extremely quick with making drinks, and they give great recommendations. The shop has a bar top seating area and a few tables and chairs inside, it is cozy and comfortable. They have this fun board, where you can buy someone you know a drink. They put up the cost of the drink and a specific drink (if you choose one for your friend). I use to have a friend that worked close by, and we loved doing this. It is such a fun idea! Their coffee, matcha, and chai are all great. My favorite drink has to be a dirty chai, they have a lot of fun flavors if you want to add to it. The chai is spiced well and the espresso is rich and strong. Honestly I would recommend checking out any of their drinks, I don't think you can go wrong.

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4.6(112 reviews)
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Cute little Colombian cafe in downtown Tempe. The decor is beautiful on the inside, with plenty of…read moreseating as well. I ordered the arepa topped with guacamole and scrambled eggs and a mango pineapple Fresca. The Fresca was so refreshing! And the arepa was fresh and tasty as well. Very authentic and local. The service was quick and attentive. It's important to note the bathroom is not in the restaurant, it's about a block up. And there's also covered outdoor seating. Worth trying if you're in the area.

Food is good. Coffee is ok. prices are ok but a little high. We ordered two breakfast bagels an…read morearepa, and beef empanadas as well as two coffees. Out of everything we had, the empanadas were the best! They felt like a warm hug! The spicy sauce that came with it was fantastic and they were just delicious! Bagels were good. We substituted the bacon with turkey and removed the lettuce just in case. They were pretty filling but a little soggy by the time they got home. Arepa was tasty and not too sweet. Coffee was just ok. We ordered two cafe con leche, one with regular milk and one with almond milk. Even though it was ordered extra hot, it was cold by the time my husband got home and we are only about 20 min away. I was hoping for something a little extra special seeing that they source their coffee straight from Colombia. Note: order your food before your order the coffee. They are handled separately and coffee was ready way before the food. With tip, we paid just under $60.

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Regroup Coffee

4.9(77 reviews)
1.7 mi

highly recommend this place! I was in town for a little while and looking for some of the best…read morelocal spots to grab caffeine, and this place absolutely knocked it out of the park. I'll admit, I was a little hesitant at first because when I walked in, I realized it was also a bike shop. Usually when a coffee shop is combined with something completely different, I wonder if the coffee will be more of an afterthought. That was definitely NOT the case here. The coffee was seriously good. You could tell there was real attention to detail and a focus on quality. Such a unique concept, great atmosphere, and most importantly, amazing coffee. This is a really, really good coffee spot, and I would absolutely come back whenever I'm in the area. Definitely worth checking out!

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Cup of Joe Market Cafe

4.1(9 reviews)
0.2 mi

Cup A Joe was a wonderful experience! It was so refreshing to meet DeSean. His warm smile, friendly…read moregreeting, and genuine eagerness to make our visit enjoyable really stood out. He was knowledgeable and offered helpful suggestions that made the experience even better. It's always a pleasure to encounter someone who takes pride in providing excellent customer service. DeSean's efforts deserve to be acknowledged by the establishment. The outstanding customer service he provides is what makes Cup A Joe stand out among other coffee shops in the area. His professionalism, kindness, and enthusiasm reflect positively on the business and make customers feel valued. Thank you, DeSean, for making our visit so pleasant! You truly made a difference.

Disappointed by my experience here today (morning of Jun 2nd, 2026). I asked the barista to fill my…read morepersonal thermos with coffee, a request I've made at countless coffee shops without issue. He declined, citing "safety reasons" without any further explanation. When I politely asked what the safety concern was and showed him my thermos, his response was simply "I just said 'no'." No attempt to explain the policy, no offer of an alternative, no effort to help. I left without my coffee. For context, my reason for using a personal thermos is to avoid the plastic lining in paper cups leaching into hot coffee, a legitimate and well-documented concern. This is also better for the environment. Most shops accommodate this without hesitation. I have no issue with a shop having policies around personal containers. What I do have an issue with is a staff member dismissing a reasonable customer question with zero courtesy or explanation. The owner should know that this interaction cost them a customer, and that "safety" isn't a satisfying answer when no actual safety concern is articulated. I won't be back

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4.3(423 reviews)
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My daughter wanted to take me to this place she discovered on Yelp…read more Clearly, I'm influencing her! Last Saturday, after taking the last parking stall, I had the best gluten free lunch. I ordered the "Where's Patrick"sandwich. It had lavender goat cheese, tomatoes, cucumber, micro greens and Desert Blossom Balsamic in my requested gluten free brioche bun. Creamy, fresh, striking balsamic on a toasted bun. No gluten-free compromises here! The brioche bun from Sweet Impastries Bakery was nothing like the usual cardboard impersonators. 10/10 My oat milk latte, tasted fine but even better the next day when the home made smoked cinnamon blueberry maple syrup had time to meld. Now that was a full sentence! Who is my lunch sandwich named after? Why, Patrick O'Malley, himself. He started it all. His wine making grew into a love for coffee making. This man was born in Tucson and raised in Bisbee. Today, his coffee and tea reaches 500 Arizona cafés, restaurants, and hotels. As the founder of the International Barista & Coffee Academy and Infusion Coffee & Tea Crafters in Tempe, he teaches the art of coffee and judges competitions. I assume the eclectic interior is created from his tools and his photo collections. He's currently filming a coffee documentary that I'd absolutely love to see in the future!

Infusion is easily my favorite coffee spot in the valley, and its not particularly close…read more Consistent 10/10 nitro cold brew on tap. Many different single origin coffees to try, various brewing methods as well. You can tell these people know their coffee and are passionate about the quality. On top of all that the shop its self is a great spot to sit down and get some work done! 10/10

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Coffee 48 - Pandan Latte

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4.4(98 reviews)
1.7 mi
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Tried out this place today! I got the pandan latte with crystal boba, and it was good. There so…read moremany others I want to try! So, I'll be back! The place is tiny. It's not a place where you sit and hang out (unless I missed it). It's clean, quick service, order, pay, and go! FYI, if you want to use your card, there's 4% charge. Completely understand, since the CC companies charge small businesses a fee. So, just make sure to bring some cash with you if you want to avoid the fee. Not a big deal.

Stopped into coffee 48 the other day and it's not what it used to be. I opted for the Vietnamese…read morecoffee, we have loved it in the past. This go around it was bitter and unsweetened. I even mixed it at the bottom with a straw hoping there was more flavor and sweetness, but the bitterness was more intense. I apologized to the front and said I'm sorry to have to ask, but if they could remake it for something else. They wanted to know what was wrong and I explained. The lady gave me a snarky comment and said, "yeah you got Vietnamese coffee, that's what it will taste like". That's definitely not true, I've had Vietnamese coffee plenty of times and it was delicious. The gentlemen who was making the coffee was nice and said he would look into their supply. He remade my coffee for their salted caramel. It was very mild, wish the flavor had been more pronounced. But overall it wasn't a bad drink. Overall this place has become a pass for me.

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