Been here plenty of times as my two friends love this place and I have come to love as well. This was on Dec 14, 2025 . The avocado toast here was good ! Service as great- immediately seated me while I waited for my two friends to walk from their car parked at a good distance away. It was a Sunday around lunch time at 11:30 a.m. and full up with a long line we had out front. Took about 35 min - normal and I had waited on a bench outside - worked out well. The other two did not need to wait since they seated me and waited the few min it took them to arrive. All good on the service all around. Our server was attentive and kind and was professional. Busy and that has the noise level a bit loud to be able to converse too much but food consistently good. Only negative was parking on this day , but the server gave us a tidbit for next time on where to park for shorter walk for my friends- nice and we will do it next time! read more

First Watch - Friend's favorite place to meet up! - Three women sit at a restaurant table, with one taking a selfie. The background shows a decorated wall and a menu board. - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I think this is just the best place to have breakfast in Tucson. Anytime we come to town, we came sure this is where we go. I have nothing bad to say besides my waitress forgot my to go cup (LOL). The restaurant is always clean and everyone is always extra kind! I would recommend coming in early because the wait could get heavy. I like this location because it's near main roads and there is a lot of parking. I think the quality of food is phenomenal. And my favorite is the potatoes! The seasoning gets me every time. read more

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Great go to breakfast and lunch spot. The service is always great. The ambience is nice and clean with a modern farm house vibe and the food is dependable and consistent. I tried a new fall item the Maple Bacon Croissant Sandwich. It was good but a bit too sweet for me with the maple and jam combo. The pickled jalapeños helped cut the sweetness but they were on the spicier side for my pallet. I found a good medium taking some off. You could really see how ooey gooey the cheese was though. Love that! And the potatoes had onions and fabulous seasoning. Cooked just right. They offer a nice menu from breakfast to soups and salads, sandwiches and quite a few healthy options. They have juice bar specials, boozy drinks like bloody Marie's and mimosas and coffees as well. Nice patio, chill music, lots of seating at tables and large booths. Pay at counter. read more

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Came here because I have a birthday coupon. Food was good once it was cooked right. Husband had eggs benedict, eggs were small & he had a shell in it! Other than that, he said they were good. I had the trifecta, asked for it extra hot & no parsely. It came out luke warm with parsely. Sent it back & it was great! Service was ok. And they were fairly busy for a Monday afternoon! read more

First Watch - Eggs benedict - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

We arrived at First Watch on E. Speedway Blvd, Tuscan, AZ for lunch. They were getting ready to close. The friendly manager invited us in and made us feel comfortable. We ordered tomato and chicken rice soup first. Tomato soup was great. Chicken rice soup was a little to think for my liking. Next was a turkey club and a roast beef sandwich. Both sandwiches were very good. I find the food at First Alert is always very good. $$ to $$$ pricing. We had coffee which was 3.50 for a bottomless cup. The staff was cleaning up while we ate which did not bother us. Our waiter took good care of us. Food came out quickly. No complaints. Plenty of parking. Take credit cards with no surcharge. Enjoy this location. A nice place to eat. read more

I came here for brunch and was very pleased with my experience. We were greeted and helped right away. The workers were very friendly. Our food was served fairly quickly and was DELICIOUS. My mom and I were very pleased with our orders. The servers were also accommodating in letting us know about gluten free options as my mom has a gluten allergy. I appreciated our experience here and can't wait to come back. read more

First Watch - Eggs Benedict - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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I've been to this particular branch manny times. And many others throughout the US. Bacon to die for here, no matter if it's with I'm your eggs, on a BLT or just as a side or main dish. Staff very nice, food has always been great. read more

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Love this breakfast place. The one on speedway has such good service who are quick & efficient. Food was amazing! read more

First Watch - The Fresh-Brewed Iced Tea - A breakfast meal featuring two fried eggs, toasted bread slices, and roasted diced potatoes served on a blue square plate. - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

First impression of the place is wonderful, there's ample parking, indoor and outdoor seating are great; even their black board menu is very nice. The servers were both attentive, the only downside was my avocado toast, it tasted sour from too much lemon. I had to remove the avocado from the toast to salvage what's left of my meal. It tasted more like lemon toast than avocado toast. Other than that, for the price it's not worth it. read more

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The speedway and kolb location is the worse. Today we waited 15 min, no service came, and then others served before us after we were seated. THIS HAS HAPPENED every time we go to this location. Today we decided we were done with them for good. The broadway location sucks too. The food is just okay. With the hassle of bad customer service and mediocre food- plenty of other places to eat in Tucson that have customer service. read more

First Watch is hands down one of my favorite spots for breakfast or brunch in Tucson. The vibe is warm and welcoming, with friendly service and a cozy atmosphere that makes it perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a quiet morning. I ordered the Chickichanga and was blown away--so flavorful, with the perfect balance of savory and spicy. Their fresh juices are also a must; I tried the Morning Meditation and loved how refreshing it was. What really stands out about First Watch is the quality of their ingredients--you can truly taste the freshness in every bite. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty omelet, fluffy pancakes, or a lighter acai bowl, there's something for everyone. I appreciate that they offer healthier options without sacrificing flavor. This place gets busy, so I recommend going early or being prepared for a short wait--it's absolutely worth it! Read the full write up on Casa Saguaro's website! read more

First Watch - Breakfast - A breakfast plate features eggs with creamy sauce, crispy potatoes with ketchup, and a dollop of sour cream, served on a white plate. - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Our first visit was a good one! We got a free kids meal coupon so we came for the first time. Our server was very kind and attentive, she was very sweet to my little boy! My daughter got a chocolate chip pancake, and I got a salmon frittata and both meals were very good! The ambience is very relaxing and it's a good place to just come with friends, family, and even kids. read more

First Watch - Colorful menu options - A man with dark hair and a black shirt is looking at a large chalkboard menu with colorful writing inside a cafe or restaurant. - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Excellent customer service!!! They still accommodate my requests for Benedict Florentine even though it's not on the menu anymore. I also tried the tangerine dream beverage off their holiday menu and tastes like a better quality version of a Dreamsicle ice cream bar. Yum. Gabrielle was a very good server, and I happened to catch the head chef. Very pleasant and attentive to customers! Good experience! read more

First Watch - Tangerine Dream - A glass of orange juice with whipped cream on top is placed on a wooden table inside a restaurant or cafe. - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Still hating First Watch! Broke my tooth on a piece of something that was NOT FOOD!!! I've spent waaay over $2500 and my tooth is still killing me. The managers told me they would take care of it but corporate said NO!!! Can't even pay for groceries this month cause I had to pay the dentist. What bad people! read more

I received the wrong order. Rather than check and acknowledge that the order I received was incorrect, the server insisted that I told her that I wanted my eggs as pictured (below). Only to finally check, and then tell me that the wrong order had been brought to me. read more

First Watch - A breakfast plate featuring fried eggs with runny yolks, sliced avocado, pickled red onions, chopped green onions, and diced potatoes. - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Today we were greeted at the door and seated immediately! The food is always the best. read more

There is nothing that wasn't pleasant. Service was quick and waitress was attentive and helpful. Our food came quickly and well made. Food was hot. Coffee was fresh. I would recommend this restaurant! Ambience was nice very clean! read more

First Watch at Kolb and Speedway. Ordered the breakfast skillet with sausage and mushrooms ordered my eggs over medium. Unfortunately they were over hard. This meal comes with toast as well. Still a delicious breakfast read more

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Great place to go for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. I can always find something here that I like. The staff are very friendly and accommodating, I always feel welcome when I come in. I particularly like their blackberry iced tea. Whatever they use for it reminds me of real blackberries, and I haven't found anything quite like it at any other place. read more

Good food, service and overall atmosphere. My wife and I always go for our birthdays in June.

I've eaten at multiple First Watchs' in Tucson and Phoenix and it's always a good experience. The ambiance and decor provide a relaxed, comfortable environment and my go-to meal, the Farm Stand Breakfast Tacos (wheat corn tortillas with scrambled eggs, Cajun chicken, chorizo, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses topped with fresh avocado, house-made pico de gallo, black beans) and the Morning Meditation juice (orange, lemon, turmeric, organic ginger, agave nectar and beet) always hits the spot. read more

First Watch - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

No pets even on the patio outside? There are too many other breakfast places where I can sit outside with my little dog. Plus, it's a bit expensive for what you get. read more

We like this chain and the service is great. We like to eat out weekly for breakfast. First Watch has a good menu and usually services great food. However this particular restaurant has a problem with their home fries. According to the waitress they cook their home fries early and put the in a draw to keep warm/. The problem is if you eat breakfast late the potatoes are partially burnt and have a burnt taste.. This store had this problem for years. They started putting more thermometers in the drawer and changed their rules to check on them periodically. However this restaurant for some reason consistently fails to do that so they have burnt home fries after 10AM. As they know it's a problem it is doubly bad that it continues. read more

The food was amazing, the service was so kind and friendly and pretty fast for how busy they were, the ambiance and the light the felling in there is amazing, 10/10 would recommend Perfect for an afternoon church brunch read more

Breakfast with a good friend and plenty of hot coffee. Stopped into this location for breakfast they open at 0700 and the waitress let us in a little early. (It was cold outside) service was quick and with a smile. Good breakfast at a fair price. The tri-fecta, this is one of the few places that still serves waffles. Crisp and hot with just the right amount of butter. Eggs done over easy and just right crisp on the bacon. Well prepared and nice presentation. Will keep First Watch on the breakfast list for stopping by. read more

First Watch - Tri-fecta I've come to love this plate. - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Delicious food! Great service! Our go to breakfast place on the east side! The pumpkin pancakes are yummy!

I was a HUGE Good Egg fan. Literally went every weekend, staff knew mine and my husband's names, would have our order in when we sat. It was the best! So I was sad when First Watch bought The Good Egg and updated the menu and changed the vibe to be more hip. I honestly have maybe gone to First Watch 3 times in the years since the change, which I think was in like 2015? I was bitter and there was a plethora of other good local breakfast joints opening. We decided to give this Speedway location another try recently and while nothing could match the warmth and deliciousness that The Good Egg gave me, we had a great visit. Ordered the tradition breakfast and it was hot, fresh and yummy. (Didn't have the local hot sauce the good egg had, but I subbed with Cholula). The service was decent, the food was good and I left happy. We've been back one more time and it was equally as good. I don't know if I'll be a regular here, but for now, I'll add it back to the list of breakfast options. I also appreciate the option to check-in before arrival online. One star off (probably closer to a 4.5, but that isn't allowed) because it did take forever for us to get beverages and both times I've gone, the toast was left too long before being buttered so it wasn't melted. And I love good melted butter toast ‍ read more

First Watch - Traditional breakfast with chicken sausage (a tad sweet) and eggs over easy (chopped up because my husband stared before I took the pic!) - A breakfast plate featuring scrambled eggs with yellow sauce, grilled sausage patties, roasted potatoes, toasted bread, and small containers of syrup. - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Brunch was very good today. Very nice waitress. Food was good and delivered hot. Didn't have to wait to be seated. Love the jam and toast. Yummy!! read more

First Watch - Traditional breakfast - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Great overall experience. The food was great, especially the million dollar bacon. Omelet with salad was great. Tasty coffee, and great service. This place is consistently good with both food quality and service! read more

Me and my daughter always come here after any doctor appointments she may have that is right across the street. She loves the chocolate chip pancake. It's huge and delicious. They bring a bottle of warm syrup to your table to go with it. I always get something different, this last time I got the ham and gruyere omelette. It was really good, it came with that and potatoes. I am really a hash brown fan so I really wish they had hash browns as an option. I also got cheesy grits and they were just ok. Fast service and our waiter was great. read more

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Wow, I wish we had found this place sooner. We are on our last day of vacation and have eaten several different places. This restaurant has so many choices that you can literally eat something new for days. The presentation, the uniqueness of choices and the authenticity made for a perfect breakfast. Our server Kristen was a stellar employee, she offered several suggestions and recommendations. Very pleasant experience. We'll be back next visit for sure. read more

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This is a must stop for us when in Arizona. The million dollar bacon is to die for. So amazingly delicious. read more

First Watch - Million dollar potatoes and million dollar bacon - A restaurant table features a rectangular plate with cooked bacon strips and a bowl of loaded potatoes with toppings, alongside drinks and condiments. - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Today we ate here for the 1st time. We were a party of 5 and only wait about 5 min to be seated. Food was so delicious! Love the fact that their mimosas are not pre made and the champagne is served in champagne bottles. Service was amazing. Our server Tori was an amazing server. She was happy and cheerful. She knew the menu so well and recommended tasty options . Will definitely visit this place again & visit the beautiful tori. read more

I went to the First Watch on Broadway with the Yelp Elite event and it was fantastic. We're back and I did have the lemon ricotta pancakes which I never would've tried without that event. They were fantastic and the flavor was so good. My wife had the French toast and she said it was awesome as well. It's not the cheapest and it's so worth it. read more

First Watch - Lemon ricotta pancakes - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Popular breakfast place from what I've been told so we decided to stop in. Perhaps I'm blessed with amazing breakfast places in LA as this was around the same level as a Denny's. I ordered a frittata and it arrived on the smaller sizes of portions (vs omelettes). The buttered ciabatta was fair and the dish itself was fairly void of flavor. The cubed potatoes were also on the bland side. All the tables were packed so I guess this is the best in town. read more

This review bums me out. We just wanted to go out for brunch. We weren't in any hurry and enjoying a lazy morning. But things went wrong the moment we arrived. I'll start with, Don't bother checking in online. It's like hitting the crosswalk sign in downtown New York, strictly for placebo effect. When we walked in, we were told "perfect timing, you're next" so we thought we were, you know, NEXT. But no, we watched for 10 minutes as others got sat. When we asked about it, we weren't given any other explanation (except "you're next" which we clearly weren't) as the manager turned around and sat TWO more tables!! I don't think "next" means what they think it means. It made no sense. At other restaurants, I've waited over an hour for a table but still gave them five-stars! Why? Because they communicated and set reasonable expectations. They didn't keep saying the word "next" while still seating people ahead of us!! Giving First Watch the benefit of the doubt, it's possible this "manager" (didn't get his name but he worked the morning of 21 March) was incapable of actually explaining how there's any difference in online check in and walking up in person. He said that they have two lists and that they take those in person before online checkins. Okay soooooo if walking up is when you actually get on the "active" list, again, what is the point of checking in online? Besides that, this guy would not take constructive criticism without being flippant. I'd want my customers to tell me when they've been told clearly one thing and then another thing happens! But HE actually did it too! I told him I didn't want to ruin his day and that we just didn't understand what was going on. He quipped back that he "certainly was going to have a nice day" so i hope he goes somewhere to eat when he gets off of work and they set him up for a nice day EXACTLY as he did ours. Oh and he brought us a kale drink "on the house" even though I didn't order or ask for anything. My husband said it was an olive branch but then they actually tried to CHARGE us for it!! It was sitting completely untouched in the middle of our table, as was most of my mediocre breakfast. We should have just walked out as soon as he stared blowing us off about the whole "next" thing. Bottom line: online check in was a waste of time, the "manager" clearly isn't customer oriented, the service at nearly every First Watch I've been to is a crapshoot (although this time, it was good when we did finally got seated) and the food is meh, so just eat somewhere else, maybe Bisbee Breakfast Club or Sonoran Brunch Co.. even Denny's with a smile would have been better than this morning. Oh and as my husband was walking out, he overheard a woman walk-in and say that she had used the online reservation thing and they should've been seated within 45 minutes. The young lady working there told her that they "don't take reservations" Wow. read more

First Watch - Not sure if it's GF but it looks super yummy - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

We enjoyed brunch here this weekend. We went online and got our names on the waitlist, so they had a table for us as soon as we got there. I had the bacado omelette. It was a delicious omelette with lots of bacon, avocado, and cheese inside. It came with a side of spring greens dressed lightly with a lemon dressing. I asked for sourdough toast as a substitute for the whole grain toast. It took awhile, but I eventually got the right toast with a side of delicious jam. My husband ordered the parma skillet hash, which had Italian sausage, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and cheese over potatoes and topped with two eggs. It came with a side of whole grain toast and jam. Cups of coffee rounded out the meal. Our server was very attentive to making sure we always had a pot of coffee at our table. It was a nice treat to have someone else make breakfast for us! read more

First Watch - Bacado omelette - A breakfast plate featuring a folded omelette with vegetables, a side salad, and a slice of bread with spread, served on a rectangular ceramic plate. - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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It was early-ish, so we were seated right away which was nice given I had my elderly Dad with me. Staff was friendly and service was on point. I guess I am just not necessarily impressed with their food which came out luke warm. I had the Rustic frittata with a side of the cheese grits. My Dad had some sort of combo. It all looked great, but eating barely warm food is not what I am into. Taste was fine, but did not blow me away. Yes, I realize I am talking about breakfast but if I am going to pay a decent chunk of change for eggs and toast, I need a little something more than what I got here. Bottom line, it was okay for sure but there are too many other options around for me personally when it comes to a great breakfast. read more

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Breakfast tacos & Tri Athlete dish. Food was exquisite and filling. My partner only finished two tacos and didn't finish the side of beans. I didn't get to all of my fresh cut fruit. The coffee was also great tasting. Server was timely and well mannered. read more

First Watch - Breakfast tacos & Tri Athlete - Cafes Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

The food was amazing! I ordered The Traditional and it was so tasty! The whole grain artisan toast was a hit for me and the potatoes, sausage, and the eggs were so great! I usually get the Floridian French Toast which is also really good especially if you like fruit with your French toast. The vibes were great in this place. The service was amazing and inviting. I felt well taken care of from the moment I stepped in to leaving! Highly recommend this place for a great Breakfast and Brunch you can't go wrong with anything on the menu! read more