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3.8 (406 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Kim L.

We stopped in for breakfast on Friday to try the fall menu and use a buy one get one coupon. Chadwick was a friendly and attentive server. I just had a traditional breakfast. I remember the potatoes being better the last visit. My husband chicken-changa was a little sweeter than he prefers, all else tasted fabulous, and we loved the pumpkin spice donut holes! They came with a caramel and a creme dipping sauce and the presentation was really nice!! We also had plenty of food to take home!

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Daniel J.

Service is great and love their new dishes in the menu. Love the clean, ambient, great location.

Farmhouse Skillet Hash To-Go
Rachel B.

Enjoyed again today! Learned that some items like Eggs Benedict are not available when ordering online because they don't travel well. So if you want something like Eggs Benedict you will need to call and place your order. But excellent food just like EVERY TIME!

"The coffee bar display"
Elizabeth R.

We've been weekly customers at First Watch for many years, but our recent visit was incredibly disappointing under the new management. It feels like the heart of this location is gone. For starters, they advertise a coffee bar, but there was no coffee available for waiting guests. When we asked an employee if we could have some coffee since the mugs, cups, creamers, and sugars were there, they told us it was just for display. As regulars, we know this used to be a nice touch while waiting, not anymore. The wait times were completely inaccurate and handled poorly. Online, it said 15 minutes. Once we arrived, the host told us 20-30. Then another employee came up, didn't even check the list or the tablet, glanced at us, and immediately said "40 minutes." It felt dismissive and honestly left us questioning if we were being judged or discriminated against, especially since the restaurant was nearly empty compared to what we're used to. We also noticed the service was noticeably slower and the staff was mostly new faces. The energy and efficiency that the previous manager upheld are missing now. It's frustrating to see a place we used to look forward to feel so unfamiliar and unwelcoming. We left without eating, which has never happened before. Very disappointed.

Chorizo omelette
Roxanne C.

Staff was great and seated us immediately this morning. The iced cream coffee was delicious but next time I will ask to hold the ice down. More ice than coffee. I ordered the chorizo omelette and loved it. The eggs were moist and not over done. The bread was a thick sliced grain toast. Also yummy. When I'm in Arizona, this is my go-to breakfast place.

Barbacoa quesadilla Benedict
Brad H.

The Barbacoa Quesadilla Benedict! 10 stars! I wish it was a permanent menu item. I just couldn't believe how good it was! I hope they still have it, I want to go back and have it again. First Watch never disappoints. Been here several times and have enjoyed it every time. This time was just a tad odd, I wanted freshly squeezed OJ. They didn't have any. Huh? A breakfast joint with no OJ? Waiter told me that the manager went to buy oranges after my request. Oh well. The flavors at First Watch are all nicely balanced. Comfortable seating and ambiance and not too loud, either. 5* = A top favorite. Mind-blowing good. I will definitely return and I will go out of my way to go here. Worth every dime of my money. 4* = Outstanding. Tucson-top-tier. Some elements not quite as good as it gets, but it still is worthy of my regular business. 3* = Good experience. I might do repeat business if it is convenient, the only option, the only one in its category, or on a whim, but would not be among the first thing to come to mind. Would definitely recommend you trying it to get your own take on it. 2* = Not so good. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money. 1* = How are they still in business? Stay away at all costs!

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Robbie H.

First time at this location, so I was pretty excited to see how this differs compared to your usual locations. Food: My food was pretty good! It was flavorful, tempered correctly, and fresh. Temperature: Perfect! Can't get much better than that :). Atmosphere: Pretty busy as usual. It felt refreshing and nice. Very social and what you expect during breakfast hours. Value: Not to bad considering how much food you get. I still think breakfast in general is a bit pricy then it once was. In terms of value, I'd say its OK but not something I would consider a value proposition when you compare to other breakfast establishments. The quality is there so no complaints. Recommendation: I don't really have any to be honest. The server we had was great. She was attentive, made suggestions, and even made sure we were good quite often. Great customer interaction, and what you expect and want when spending your hard earned dollars :).

Jess L.

They ran out of churros :( Always a great place to come with friends. There's a big menu. Service is always good. Ambience is cozy and bustling. There's always a wait on weekends 30-40 minutes. I would give 5 stars for taste alone, but I find the portions to be a tad on the smaller size. I always am just a little hungry even after finishing everything on my plate.

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Food and service were a 10 out of 10. Will definitely be returning. So far my favorite brunch spot in Tucson

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First venture out since Covid. Ate outside patio area. Felt very safe. Menu is extensive. Service great. Food was fantastic .

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4.3(2.8k reviews)
3.6 mi•Campbell-Grant
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Coming from out of town, the greasy spoon place I usually go to for breakfast was closed for the…read moreday. We scrambled around to find a spot and saw P&P. Gave it a try, we are so glad we did! The Prep Omelette was seriously so delicious and seasoned to perfection. It was well balanced and cooked well. The potatoes! YUM! They were crispy but still soft. The toast and jam...that jam is to die for! Husband enjoyed his french toast and fruit, as well! We were both very impressed. Service was good too, I was never in need of anything, and my coffee was filled when I needed it! It was also very clean and wasn't overly expensive. The donuts and pop tarts in the case looked amazing, but we didn't try them. Next time! What a gem you have here! Highly recommend!

Love love love this place! Yummy food, drinks and pastries. Dog friendly patio…read more This is one of our favorite brunch spots. The food is delicious and they give a perfect portion. Every dish we have tried has been fresh, tasty and great presentation. They always have a diverse spread of pastries so we grab a few to take home. All of their pastries have been amazing. My favorite is their cronut and the raspberry pop tart. Lastly and maybe most importantly, is their delicious drinks. I love the butterfly pea mimosa! Their butterfly pea palmer is great as well. YUMMY! Their service is always great. Attentive and friendly servers. The ambiance is lovely as well- very welcoming, nicely decorated and a bright open space. The patio is quite large and dog friendly. One of the best brunch spots around- we look forward to coming back.

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4.3(572 reviews)
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Nice restaurant. Been here a few times, some with colleagues for lunch…read more Food is good. I've had a variety of things, some Mexican dishes, some American. Did a breakfast once. I wouldn't say that it is top of the line cooking, but it is very delicious and definitely worth a visit this side of town. Parking can be a little challenging, they do share a parking lot with other businesses, but close in, there are not that many spots. Service is always friendly and makes you feel comfortable. Interesting atmosphere with flamingos galore and other things decorating the inside. Gives it somewhat of a party and fun feel. Food comes out in a timely manner even when they are very busy. Prices are reasonable. Give it a try, I think you'll like it. 5* = A top favorite. Mind-blowing good. I will definitely return and I will go out of my way to go here. Worth every dime of my money. 4* = Outstanding. Top-tier. Some elements not quite as good as it gets, but it still is worthy of my regular business. 3* = Good experience. I might do repeat business if it is convenient, the only option, the only one in its category, or on a whim, but would not be among the first thing to come to mind. Would definitely recommend you trying it to get your own take on it. 2* = Not so good. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money. 1* = How are they still in business? Stay away at all costs!

Love this place! The service here is always so warm and welcoming, and makes me love my visits. The…read moreinside has a cool decor, and a nice outside patio that is enclosed. The food is delicious. Also, the plates are enormous, so you'll definitely have some leftovers. If you're near the airport and looking for breakfast, skip Denny's and Waffle House and opt for Sunny Daze. The price point is the same (actually probably better), so you just get way more bang for your buck. Easy choice.

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You can never go wrong coming to a cup cafe for brunch. Such an iconic local place. The food never…read moredisappoints. The staff is always so nice and helpful and right on it. We came here for our anniversary and had the SHAKSHUKA and my husband and had fish tacos and Bloody Mary. I also had a cold brew and whatever coffee they use is soooo good! Don't forget the cute photo booth in the lobby if you go!

My favorite meal during our most recent trip to Tucson! And very dog friendly!!!…read more Big dog approved: We came with our large dog, and were able to sit with him on the patio. We came during May, when it starts to get warm, but he did well since there is a good amount of shade out on their patio and they provided a nice big water bowl for our special boy. The staff also were kind enough to move one of our chairs out of the way so our dog had lots of room to lay down. Staff were all very kind and never seemed annoyed with the dog (you can always tell at a restaurant if they are, and they were very happy to accommodate him). Very dog friendly!! The food: We gotta talk about their French onion soup. It was pretty dang delicious! The broth itself is quite nice, a nice cheese portion, and the baguette was divine. I also had their French Connection sandwich (with a side of fries), and it had a great combo of ooey, gooey cheese, firm and flavorful ham, and served on a really delicious loaf. Really solid fries, too. We didn't end up getting any drinks but saw several people ordering yummy looking bites. If (but likely when) we come back to Tucson, I'm making a point to return to Cup Cafe!

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