First Watch

Adding pictures to go along with review from last month. This place is awesome. Food always on pointread more

Always great service , friendly people and very accommodating indoor or outdoor seating is an…read moreoption. Everything is cooked fresh on site great selection for egg lovers. Along with the egg Benedict selections. You can't go wrong here. It gets busy but well worth it. Home style cooking and a nice country atmosphere. A must try recommend

Bright & airy interior dining area

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Optional outside dining is a plus

Suncoast Cafe

4.5(232 reviews)

0.8 mi

My husband & I are in Venice Beach, FL for a wedding and staying at The Kon Tiki. Suncoast Café is…read morea 10 min walk away & we were delighted by the food, friendly service, and interesting scenery. I enjoyed the Flight Attendant omelette, my husband had the Benny and the Jets (their take on an eggs benedict). Both were absolutely delicious! The place was packed and they just sat two 8 tops when we arrived. We were sat immediately at the counter, and got to watch the well coordinated cook staff turn out the meals quickly. Thanks to our server Jessica for taking such great care of us! Be sure to ask for the hot sauce, which is an original recipe that can be purchased by the bottle.

We went early on a Sunday morning to make sure we could sit at a table and watch the planes…read moreoutside. A waitress was very pleasant and the Caribbean music was playing again ! Hubby's coffee came quickly and the waitress did a great job of keeping it hot. I ordered the bi-plane and I had two yummy pancakes with eggs over easy and lots of tasty bacon. Husband had two eggs, two sausage patties, grits, and raisin toast. He enjoyed his meal. There were lots of planes there, but only one took off while we ate our breakfast

Someone loves Bob Marley! The music played the entire time we were there.

Quesadilla omelet.

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Tony's grill

Blu Island Bistro

4.5(435 reviews)

1.4 mi

Quaint, no frills breakfast with memorable donuts served weekends only!…read more Blu Island Bistro is located adjacent to a local beach motel, but don't let first impressions fool you - this place is well known locally. They offer your standard breakfast fare with a few elevated options. The star of the show is their cinnamon sugar donuts, offered only on the weekends. Service is fast and to the point! Would recommend for a casual morning!

Yummy lunch with new friends at Blu' Island Bistro in today!…read more Mediterranean platter of homemade hummus, cucumber salad, tabouli, red peppers, warm pita with grilled mahi mahi and a doTERRA Recharge electrolyte energy drink. Sooooo good! Great conversation with friends Greg and Susan Sawyer. Super service by our friendly, attentive waitress Ann Marie. Large portions and very affordable!!! We even joined their rewards plan. We will return.

Front dining room

Two pancakes with maple syrup

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Cup of coffee and ready to order my meal

Upper Crust Cafe & Bakery

4.0(225 reviews)

2.0 mi

Oh my goodness!! Food and coffee was amazing! Raspberry scone was to die for. Avocado toast was…read moreperfect.

Upper crust! What have you done to your scones? They used to be so white and fluffy and yummy. It…read morewas a highlight of my weekend but every time I get one I'm reminded of how they're not the same. Please go back to the old recipe.

Inside is SO simple and yet classy, clean, and cozy! (like that alliteration?)

Cranberry scone # 600 for the day!!! They said they were out but this was saved for pickup but not claimed!!!! WOW WOW WOW.

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English Breakfast tea and a White Chocolate Cherry Scone with Devonshire Cream

The Breakfast Cottage

4.4(418 reviews)

6.1 mi

What a cozy breakfast spot! I went here with my parents on a Monday morning, and the staff were so…read morewelcoming and responsive. They even offered to take a photo of us and our meals. The interior is so bright and summery. I love all the colors and the decor. The food came out relatively quickly, and everything tasted amazing! My husband who is usually a picky eater loved the eggs benedict. We all left happy and full. Definitely a great place to grab a coffee and have great conversations over breakfast.

Portions seem smaller used to go out of my way for benedicts, one egg white ran across plate…read more. Half of dining room ceiling is moldy and brown. Toast crumbs in side of mayo?? come seasonal traffic plan to wait for kitchen but thats all over

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This is NOT just your mom's oatmeal - its art and flavor and healthful in a bowl!!

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124 Breakfast, Lunch & More

4.2(127 reviews)

2.0 mi

It's CLOSED. NOW it is COACH's Sports Pub…read more It is no longer open/exists. They had good breakfast... but Elvis has left the bistro.

Omg so thankful and blessed to have made it in today they are closed Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday…read morefor cleaning, shopping and preparing!! Big thanks to the whole crew and Bill and Nancy we absolutely loved it shutout to Jamie for taking great care of us!! food was incredible delicious homemade with fresh ingredients and the service was amazing!!! Highly recommended 124!! What a treat 5 stars many blessings to all ps loved the tunes and photos on screen we really got to know what 124 represents!! ‍‍what a hidden gem ‍

Mango Pancakes

Waldorf Salad

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Eggs Benedict

Flapjacks Cafe

4.1(159 reviews)

1.6 mi

We went there to try the pancakes, are flap jacks and pancakes made different?. Place is small and…read morealmost too uncomfortable. Service was fast food clocked to as we asked. Waitress seemed a little annoyed. Hash browns were soggy and mushy.

We chose to visit Flapjacks Cafe after seeing the good ratings, unfortunately, we didn't have the…read moresame experience as these other "reviewers." My husband and I both ordered the corned beef hash. I ordered a waffle, and he had pancakes, along with coffee. To start, the coffee was okay, just a little watered down, but acceptable. We then had to wait a good 30 minutes for our food, and once it arrived, we were completely disappointed. The corned beef hash was pretty much inedible. The taste was seriously off, it tasted like old onions, and aside from a crust on top, it was complete mush. We are both corned beef hash fans and have had many plates of it, and this was not how corned beef should be served. Both of our eggs and bread options were fine. My husband's pancakes were undercooked, with what he kept calling "crunchy things" inside them. My waffle was on the same level as one you'd get at a hotel using a waffle maker at a free breakfast buffet. By the end of the meal, my coffee looked so watered down that we were calling it lake water. Now to the restaurant and servers: the restaurant was very hot, so much so that the door was propped open. The server said the AC had just gone out, however, based on how the servers were dressed (shorts and sleeveless tops), it seemed like this was the normal atmosphere for them. While all of the servers were nice to us, one of them was abrasive and somewhat rude to other customers. When someone waiting for a table asked if he could order drinks, she said, "No. If I let you order drinks, I'll have a coffee shop outside." Needless to say, they got in their car and left. Lastly, we didn't complain about anything, paid our $50.00 bill, and left a $10.00 tip, so $60.00 total for a breakfast that probably should have cost about $30.00, which was crazy. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to anyone and would caution people to go elsewhere if asked.

Biscuits & Gravy and Banana Foster French Toast

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French toast

Peach's - Venice

3.9(94 reviews)

2.3 mi

Great spot for breakfast or lunch. Food is well prepared and delicious. Not impressed with the 3.79…read morecoffee price.

Great food, friendly service! Came on recommendation and we'll be back again for sure. Bright,…read moreclean, fresh restaurant!!

Croissant Sandwich

Sausage gravy

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The Peach's Big Breakfast Combo

Harbor Bistro & Lounge

4.3(81 reviews)

2.2 mi

3 stars for ambiance but food is extremely mediocre at best…read more Tacos were luke warm or even room temp. Large party and everyone at my table agreed. Shredded chicken, pre bought? Just no flavor, lack of anything with flavor. Will def not bo back .. service was fine ..

We had a nice evening listening to live music and enjoying a pleasant outdoor atmosphere. Food was…read moreexcellent, service was good, and prices were decent for the area. Drink prices were high, especially for the sizes of the drinks. We ended up having a few more cocktails elsewhere due to the prices. We came back the next morning for the $5 breakfast special, but once again $14 each for barely a half wine glass pour seemed high.

Classic American Breakfast

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Short ribs app

Croissant & Co

4.6(317 reviews)

1.6 mi

July 2026 - Dropped in to pick up a few things for a sick friend…read more Food and goods looked awesome and I might have lightened the gift bag my wife had me pick up and thought the croissant was LOVELY!!! We will need to stop back and get something for ourselves!!!

Very busy! People must love it. We only got coffee which were yummy and affordable! But the…read morebaguettes looked so good. Service very kind and quick. Lots of seating.

Fresh OJ

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Kat C.

Elite 26

208

148

2 years ago

I recently had the pleasure of dining at First Watch in Venice Beach, and I must say, it was an outstanding experience from start to finish! From the moment we walked in, the warm and welcoming atmosphere set the tone for a fantastic breakfast. The service here is truly exceptional. Our server was friendly, attentive, and genuinely eager to ensure we had a great meal. They took the time to explain the menu and make thoughtful recommendations, which made our decision-making so much easier. What impressed me the most was their commitment to accommodating dietary restrictions. My husband has an egg allergy, and we often find it challenging to find breakfast spots that cater to such needs. However, First Watch exceeded our expectations! They offered a variety of gluten-free options and were more than willing to customize dishes to fit our requirements. I enjoyed a delicious gluten free breakfast scramble while my husband enjoyed one without the eggs! They offered an exceptional cup of coffee, and even gave us one to go! The attention to dietary needs, combined with the delicious food and outstanding service, makes First Watch a standout choice for anyone looking for a great breakfast or brunch experience. I left feeling happy and well-fed, and I can't wait to return! If you're in Venice Beach and looking for a spot that caters to all dietary needs while providing top-notch service, First Watch is the place to be! read more

M B.

5 years ago

This is a place you can go to whenever you don't know where to go! The food is really reliable and there is something for everyone. They are only open until the early afternoon so its more of a breakfast and lunch place but it is always fresh and tasty. The service has always been good too whenever I go. A casual environment and a nice please to meet someone for a casual meal. Definitely worth a try. read more

Meg M.

1 year ago

always a great place highly recomend it. they are more pricy when compaired to other vencie places but compared to any other location its not priced bad. Im glad we have an awesome breakfast spot like this read more

Lani M.

4 years ago

I had heard good things about this place but my experience this morning was NOT good.the bacon was greasy and overcooked.the pancake was cold.the potatoes were hard and over seasoned. read more

Amanda M.

9 years ago

I tried first watch in Venice for the first time last weekend. Cute atmosphere and a great selection. My omelette was so yummy. Will definitely be back again! read more

Kimberly G.

7 years ago

Their service is great, the food was great, the food came on good timing, and the drinks were delicious!

Bill M.

2 years ago

Decent food. Fairly expensive i will likely return as its convenient Good service just slighty pricey read more

Trelania P.

9 years ago

As always this place was delicious, friendly, and busy. Really wish they were more north...

Andrew C.

10 years ago

very good food, there is always a wait, but its worth it. The patio seating is wonderful.

Tiki T.

9 years ago

Manager was exceptional, he waited on us personally. Food was outstanding.

Jules S.

449

10 years ago

Nice menu. Morning meditation is a nice kick start.

First Watch - breakfast_brunch - Updated October 2026

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