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First Watch

4.2 (303 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Trevor C.

First Watch is always a great spot for breakfast or brunch. Everything tastes fresh and the service is friendly and welcoming. I tried the turkey sausage wrap and it was absolutely delicious--perfectly cooked, flavorful, and very satisfying without feeling too heavy. You can really tell they use quality ingredients. Definitely a place I'll keep coming back to!

Mike M.

Haven't been to this First Watch in a while. My wife and I stopped by for breakfast. Food was fantastic and tasty. We both got the same thing different eggs. We both got the Tri-fecta with eggs, a Belgian waffle, and a really tasty chicken apple sausage patty. We also got a side of biscuits and gravy. The food here is a really good value for the money. Service was great as well. First watch is always a great go to.

Poached eggs, seasoned potatoes, apple chicken sausage and gluten free toast
Tammy K.

FINALLY! This is the first time I've been to a First Watch and had across the board a wonderful experience. Sadly, the service at the other locations in town is just never good. But at this place, Jasmine knocked it out of the park! They were busy, but nothing took longer than expected. And everything was exactly how we ordered it. I have been off First Watch for quite a while, but this one? I think I may become a regular.

Dead cockroach next to our table. Never cleaned up.
Colton S.

Good meal. Good ambiance. Good service but last visit a dead cockroach ruined my wife's birthday meal. No apology from manager ray. He also didn't clean up the cockroach right away. Just comped her dish.

Cindy L.

I love, love, love this place. Heather, Stephanie, and Chris took such good care of us even better if we were family. Our experience here today was incredible. My morning juice drink was great but my prosciutto egg arugula sandwich on crispy sourdough bread was Undeniable the best. Chris, the manager is awesome. The employees were fabulous. The place was clean, and energetic and is now my first watch favorite place.!!! I WOULD RECOMMEND

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Melissa E.

I want to genuinely say thank you to Oscar and Emily for their hospitality and sweet customer service. We were at the Vet Clinic next door and while we had to wait for our turn we decided to sit in the outdoor patio area at First Watch to have lunch. The rain started to pour down, the electricity went out and they invited us inside even though I had my puppy with me. They both were very sweet and said this is the exception and we have a table right near the door for you to come in and enjoy your meals inside. This experience was proves there is still amazing customer service out there. Even though this is the furthest First Watch from me, I will gladly continue to bring my business here. Also, my lunch was perfect!

Tri-fecta
Jaime M.

Server was great, the food was good but could've been better. Our toast was super hard & my waffle was only luke warm again! Ugh. I love their food when it's warm, which is why we keep going back. Place was very clean inside and decor was cute.

Wild Berry Lavender French Toast
Jenna F.

I went here for the first time to celebrate Mother's Day and the brunch was delicious! There are gluten free options and the portions are a decent size for what you're paying. My go-to breakfast is Eggs Benedict and there's did not disappoint. I also tried their Wild Berry Lavender French Toast, which was in edible flavorful. I ordered the Honey Caramel Crunch Iced Coffee, and while the cold foam was great, the coffee itself was over-sweet without a strong honey or caramel flavor. That is the only thing I tried that I would not recommend getting. Service took a while but that was because it was so busy and we still got our meals out fairly quickly. Overall, it's a quaint, modern brunch spot with a lot of interesting options!

Chocolate chip pancake with bacon strips
Mike S.

Well, I tried this location today and was greatly pleased as expected. Great service, great menu, great food, ample portions, and competitive prices. I had the A.M. superfood bowl with almond butter toast. It's not easy being vegan, so this dish stands out as a great option. They don't even mention that it's vegan. It's a good-sized portion, but I could easily eat two of them also. A little kiddo at the table had a chocolate chip pancake with bacon. That looked delicious, too. I already hold this chain of restaurants at a high level, so I wasn't at all surprised to walk out happy and with my stomach full.

Half sandwich and soup. Sandwich is the roast beef and havarti. Soup was vegetable.
Katie G.

Under a 5 minute wait to be sat. Our waitress was prompted and had great suggestions from both the regular and seasonal menus. The food came out fast and tasted great. While we didn't have it this time around be sure to order the million dollar bacon. It's delicious! Parking at this location is easier than some of the other ones.

Smoked Salmon Benedict Million Dollar Potatoes Mimosa

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Great food!! Very fast service and the waitress was super nice. I definitely recommend coming here for breakfast

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Best bacon I've had in my life with the million dollar bacon appetizer. Three of us got three different meals. All were fantastic.

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Great food and amazing service! Will absolutely be back for more! I had the blueberry pancakes

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First Watch is amazing! The food is elite and the service is always efficient and fast! Yummmmm

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My family and I come to this location once a month and we love it. This frist watch is always fast, very clean and kind service.

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First watch is a must for breakfast when we visit Tucson. Delicious and consistent every visit. Staff is always helpful and chipper.

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In general, do they offer whole wheat pancakes, waffales or bread? Can you substitute cottage cheese or fruits for potatoes? Wanted to come Monday/tomorrow Would love an answer. Ty

Thanks for your question, Judy! Your server will be happy to make modifications to your order if possible and you may view our menu options online at www.firstwatch.com. You will see we offer organic mixed greens with many of our dishes and also… 

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4.6(1.7k reviews)
2.0 mi
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15 min wait with 6 chairs outside door to support your load :D…read more We opted for in or out and were seated outside under umbrellas next to a large a/c unit that was blowing cold air on feet and droning sound and on a cloudy day, server offered to turn off without us even asking, thx Colby, he did a magic job for our party of 5. Tried black Decaf Coffee $2.75 though he wasn't sure what it was -- excellent flavor, dark roast, clean, no burnt caramel afterburn. Cinni Roll Pancake $8 for 10"-11" was 5/5 delish, crisp on exterior and soft and puffy 1/2" thick with sweet cream cheese glaze drizzled all over. Would get that to side next time as I watch sugars but still craving another bite day after! Definitely returning just for this! $23.50 oops Alexis Burnt the Meet was just aok but split charge $1.50 and served in a bowl looks cool but eating it turns everything into a sloppy mess. Would advise avoid the charge and ask for a 2nd plate so you can better delineate flavors. Also changed tots to hash browns, avoiding the fryer, so that also made it more mushy. Burnt ends very greasy and fatty so no do over but will go for a diff plate next time. The Cinful pancake will keep you a-coming so lots of options to try next plus they didn't have waffles available so that's a must do too!

Friends recommended this breakfast spot and we made plans to meet up with them here. There was a…read moreshort waitlist when we arrived and the restaurant erected a pop-up canopy to wait outside out of direct sun. Seating is tables and chairs (no booths) in two dining rooms. A pet friendly patio is at the back. Menus are pretty big with a variety of preconceived dishes although they seem OK with substitutions. My friend tells me they have a turkey sausage option for those who don't eat pork sausage. Our waitress was very friendly, kept our waters filled and checked in on us often. All our food was well prepared and there were plenty of left overs. My mocha cold brew was full of flavor and not too sweet with lots of that coffee flavor shining through. So glad I ordered that with the optional whipped cream on top! Thanks to our friends information we received a military discount on our order. We won't see our friends for a while and we sat at the table talking. After paying our tab the waitress let us know we could stay to visit and offered to refill our waters if wanted. Very sweet. Two gender neutral restroom are down a hallway at the back. Highchairs and booster seats are available. A pet friendly outdoor patio is at the back. Parking is in a shared lot with a handicap spot near the entrance.

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4.3(2.8k reviews)
4.5 mi•Campbell-Grant
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Prep & Pastry has a funky, grungy, offbeat charm that feels perfectly at home in Tucson. This is…read moreone of their two Tucson locations--the Campbell Avenue spot, with the other on Grant Road. It's a very casual place staffed by kind and welcoming students, and the food is genuinely good. The Smoked Salmon Beni stood out in the reviews, and it did not disappoint when I finally got to try it. I'll be attaching a photo, but it tasted every bit as good as it looked. I also noticed the shaved steak sandwich on the menu and in several Yelp photos, so I'll definitely have to come back and try that next. I really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, friendly service and overall character of the place.

These Pastries Should Probably Be Illegal…read more Prep & Pastry has been serving Tucson since 2014, and after eating here, I completely understand why they've built such a loyal following. This review is only about the pastries because the rest of their menu deserves an entirely separate review. The first thing I noticed was how incredibly light and airy everything was. Every bite felt fresh, fluffy, and perfectly balanced. The frosting wasn't overly sweet, and nothing tasted heavy or overwhelming. As I've gotten older, I've become much more conscious about what I eat. Surprisingly, these pastries never leave me with that "I shouldn't have done that" feeling. They're indulgent without being excessive. Now let's address the real issue... I always buy two. Not because I'm planning ahead. Because I know exactly what's going to happen if I don't. I'll eat one in the parking lot, sit there for a minute pretending I'm satisfied, then make what is almost certainly an illegal U-turn and head back inside for another. At this point, I believe the owners should stand trial in a savory Food Court of Law. Dun... Dun... "In the Criminal Food Justice System, pastry-based crimes are considered especially delicious. In Tucson, the dedicated foodies who investigate these sugary felonies are members of an elite squad known as the Special Pastry Unit. These are their stories." Prep & Pastry is guilty of making "I'll just have one" the biggest lie you'll tell yourself all week. Whether you're stopping by for breakfast, brunch, or simply because life is better with a great pastry, this place delivers. WIT Inspection Score: -- Truly Among the Best.

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9.5/10 | Absolutely Amazing!…read more Everything about this place was fantastic! I ordered the mole enchiladas, and they were absolutely delicious. The mole tasted exactly how authentic mole should taste, rich and full of flavor. I even mixed my side of rice into the mole because it was THAT good! To drink, I had the Mazapán horchata, and WOW! Coming from El Paso, where there's no shortage of amazing horchata, I can confidently say this was probably the best I've ever had. For dessert, I had the pastel de galleta, and it was easily one of the best desserts I've ever tasted. So simple, yet so incredibly delicious! On top of the amazing food, the hospitality and service were a solid 10/10! The staff made the entire experience even better, and you can tell they genuinely care about their customers. Overall, this place absolutely exceeded my expectations. 9.5/10 experience, 10/10 hospitality, and I will definitely be coming back!

Today was my second time eating at this wonderful restaurant! I had the breakfast Chilaquiles in…read morered sauce. Given a choice I will always go red over green sauce. The sauce was a deep red, delightfully spicy and rich. The last time I had the Chilaquiles Divoriciados and that choice was great too. The staff ate so kind and welcoming and after placing your plate down they sprinkle a little "Allegria" over your food. See the picture. These chilaquiles reminded me of my Mexican Nana's and even my British Mum's, who had been taught by my Nana. I can't wait to go back and try the lunch or dinner menus!

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4.7(737 reviews)
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Always one of the best breakfast burritos in town. IFYKYK you got to get there early though and so…read moreworth the wait. The staff is amazing and the decor is fun. Definitely give them a try.

Right before leaving Tucson, I made a pit stop at Barista Del Barrio on a Thursday afternoon, a few…read moreminutes before close. Only open for breakfast, this little coffee shop packs in a lot of charm. I parked in the small lot in front. Ambiance (5/5): Definitely charming. It's a grab-and-go place for some, but for those that stay, there's a decent amount of seating outside. You're surrounded by a nice garden area, so it makes for a nice place to enjoy your beverage or some food. As long as the weather cooperates. Service (5/5): You place your order at the counter and they give you a buzzer. The lady working the counter was super friendly. A bright smile goes a long way. She was lovely. Drinks (5/5): While I'm not a coffee drinker, I'm a big fan of lemonade. They have a berry lemonade that has berries in it (blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries). Good size and it was very refreshing. One of the best lemonades I've had in quite some time. Food (4/5): Barista is known for its breakfast burritos and I love a good breakfast burrito. You'll find your usual ingredients here for the most part e.g. chorizo, egg, potato, bacon, ham, etc. Which I could have easily done. Instead, I decided to roll the dice and get my burrito with macheca. Which is a dried out Sonoran beef jerky of sorts. Heavily spiced. With a bit of a kick. I had never had it, and I must say, I'm not a huge fan. The lady who took my order complicated this gringo on my selection, but too strong of a taste for me. I'm sure I would've enjoyed one of the other proteins more. With that being said, it's a good portion (essentially two burros) and it was grilled nicely. It made for a filling, and satisfying, breakfast on the road.

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Love the menu options here and all the food lived up to the hype. Great location, easy parking, and…read moreexcellent service!

Service was super fast one we got a table. Came on a Saturday at noon and the place was still…read morecrowded. They have breakfast all day but also provide lunch so everyone is happy. There is outdoor seating with small tables and misters to stay cool. The inside has a good amount of space and A/C is on spot. There is also a bar with a good number of seats available. This might be first come first served but I am not totally sure. The food is a really good spread of options. Pancakes, german pancakes, french toast, eggs benedict(s) monte cristo, omelets, croque madame, country chicken with biscuits and sausage gravy, chilaquiles con pollo, avocado toast, savory crepe, and even a breakfast pizza. Oh and they offer a few skillet options too-southwest, loaded baked potato, and sausage and peppers skillet. So many options!! I can't speak too much for lunch but I did see burgers on the menu. Not too helpful in that arena sorry. The eggs Benedict with ham was awesome. Side of potatoes with a bit of all seasoning and a side salad with awesome light dressing comes with it. The dutch baby was also great. A german pancake served savory with sausage. Huge portion. Come check this place out and make sure if you don't want to wait you call in advance when driving there and ask to get on their "wait list" you may not be able to get a reservation but you can do this. You're welcome.

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4.2(1.2k reviews)
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Alien abduction of humans may or may not be real. But I think humans must be abducting aliens to…read moreemploy here. It's the only possible explanation for the unearthly PERFECT service received at this cafe EVERY time, over decades. Not just exceptional. Eerily PERFECT.

I really enjoy visiting Hotel Congress and particularly love their changing art exhibit on the…read morelobby's wall. Really meaningful and engaging art. The patio is also nice and I like that they have house-made vegan options including desserts at the Cup Cafe. I have been a few times and was not always super impressed with the food I tried, especially when taking into account the prices. Some dishes were pretty good though. The staff seemed very disorganized in terms of answering questions correctly or knowing about promotions that were posted on their social media account. They have heaters in the patio in the colder weather and I enjoyed a hot brownie near them on a colder night. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

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Cup Cafe - The lobby of the Congress Hotel. Note the hanging calendars.

The lobby of the Congress Hotel. Note the hanging calendars.

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