My favorite thing here is the sausage and gravy biscuits, especially because they use turkey sausage instead of beef or pork! Our waitress Gates was lovely and very informative of the menu! We will be back. Thank you again Ms. Gates! read more

Came in for a quick bite between classes. I was immediately sat. Had a pesto chicken quinoa bowl and it was absolutely delicious. Greg and Erica were great servers. Will be back! I'm becoming a regular here and if you haven't tried this place by now you're missing out! read more

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Had breakfast here the other morning. It's a very casual environment with ample seating. I had the salmon eggs benedict. Salmon was tasty but a bit on the salty side. The poached eggs were cooked perfectly but instead of on an English muffin it was ciabatta bread. Would not have been my choice. The food was good but not memorable. Service was good. I for life of me don't understand why there are people waiting in line on the weekends. read more

This was a lot better than I was expecting. I was very uneasy about the restaurant, thanks to the relatively high prices of some of the items. But, by golly, the food was well worth it. Excellent french toast, eggs, etc. And terrific, efficient, attentive, and reassuring service from my server (who apparently is named "Sugar Pants," if I recall correctly). It's a chain which seems to sprout in some of the more expensive mcmansion-y neighborhoods, so I'm not really sure what their usual quality is. But, this one, in Wilmington, is excellent. I noticed that someone in the kitchen area was very efficiently managing things in a Patton-esque manner -- presumably a lot of the quality, and efficiency, is due to that guy. Now, I'll check out another branch and find out! read more

The packets of cream were congealed and bad. Waitresses knew it but never offered regular cream or told anyone. Bad move. This my coffee became a science project. When you offer fruit on the side - make sure it's ripe. Strawberries. Blueberries. Blackberries. Not hardened melon and pineapple. Sharing waitresses has never been a good idea. You don't know who is serving you. Too impersonal. This particular restaurant has been better. Seems it's too bend on serving quickly not properly. read more

We saw our waitress once, when she took our order, someone else brought our food. Over easy eggs were cooked hard, and the home fries were little briquets. This First Watch does not stack up to the other First Watch, in Wilmington, at the Mall. Rick D. read more

Unfortunately I will not be returning to this location again. The waiters were nice but I did not receive the cleanest utensils. They give you water out of a glass container. The glass container was dirty and had particles hanging on the inside of it in the water. Also the glass cup was dirty and had the same thing on it. I couldn't even drink the water. The food was good but was very difficult to eat due to the uncleanliness. Also if you happen to drink this water , make sure you check the glass container to make sure it is clean ! read more

Great place for good old fashion breakfast. They have everything and then some Their whole grain bread is delicious and their mini cinnamon donuts are as well Getting a table can be a little bit of a wait but it's all worth it!! read more

Kelsie was our server today and everything was hot and fresh, kelsie was so very pleasant and really made me want to come back, Tricia Meeks read more

service is always excellent the food is always on point very consistent here. Top favorite brunch spots super cool atmosphere super modern the elevated egg sandwich is amazing read more

Giving it 3 stars not so much for the food but for the safety measures, or lack thereof, as we went on Thanksgiving weekend and Covid cases were still spiking at a record pace. They were at full 100% capacity and every table was occupied. We ended up getting the food to go. Food, with it being a chain in the south, was good and like all the other first watch. I got the the works omelette and it was as advertised, nothing special. read more

Unfortunately, their service is really slow and all the food lacked flavor. I wanted to like the place, but I just wasn't good.

Our first time here at First Watch and our experience was amazing! The atmosphere is cozy and comforting while everyone was enjoying their meals. Even though they were packed inside and people we were waiting outside to dine, our wait was short and we were seated quickly. The menu has an amazing array of choices!!! Our server Addie was awesome too! read more

First Watch - Top dish: Bacado Omelette // Bottom dish: Farmhouse Skillet Hash - American Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

Oh my goodness! I absolutely love this place! The million dollar bacon is absolutely mouth watering! The hint of spice with sweet. I also got the Belgian waffle. Oh so good! I would definitely recommend this place! read more

Amazing. Great place. Great service. Great food. Great drinks. Great management. Kitchen is great

There was a wait when we arrived, but we were seated quicker than anticipated. I believe it's because they were busy and trying to find their flow, but we were served first plastic disposable cups for our drinks - then midway through we received regular glasses. The food also took awhile to arrive, but like I said, I think they're still trying to sort things out. Everything on the menu was affordable and sounded good, but we both agreed it was lacking something. It was like they were trying to make interesting flavor combos, while also attempting to make it seem healthy...but the overall taste was lackluster. My bf ordered a waffle & said the fruit jam that came with it tasted like it came out of a can. He also said his biscuit tasted the same. My potatoes seemed slightly uncooked (which again, likely new staff trying to figure it out) read more

First Watch - American Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

Yummy food & excellent service. Ordered the iced coffee and it was amazing! I believe they changed who they order their coffee from and it's delicious! Love this place. read more

First Watch - Skillet hash (farm house style) and biscuits and gravy - American Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

Was awesome! Quickly sat, service was fast, and food was delicious. Amanda was a great server, and the entire experience was wonderful. Tons of menu options, and would definitely come back! read more

Beautiful place, was very busy but the food was great. I say must try. Drinks looked good. Must try the bacon!

Dined in yesterday morning and had Justin as my server. He was very attentive and created a wonderful breakfast experience for us. I loved my biscuits and gravy. My wife loved her blueberry pancakes. read more

Wait time was very short and the service was wonderful. I have never had a bad experience while at this location! Food was hot and the portions are generou. read more

Took my beautiful wife here for her birthday breakfast and we enjoyed the unique cocktails. The home fries were perfectly seasoned and "the works" omelet was packed with bacon ham and sausage - I opted out of the veggies so it was nice they don't skimp out on the meat. Our waitress Gates was 10/10 and made my wife super comfortable after being hangry all morning. read more

food was excellent, and the service was amazing! everyone is so welcoming and our server hailey was very attentive and made our experience so good! read more

Always one of my first stops when I'm in town visiting my family. Food is consistent and fresh. The breakfast tacos are bussin. We usually do a weekday brunch when it's not slammed and always as for Gates! She had a great attitude and greets us with a smile. Solid all around breakfast spot. 10/10 would recommend!! read more

I had the market skillet and it was fantastic! The market and rustic items are the non-meat versions of dishes. The potatoes in the skillet are wonderful and i am not a big fan of potatoes. My husband had the chickichanga. It wasn't his thing. It looked good though. It looks like it has a holendaise sauce smother with sour cream. My husband just doesn't like either of those toppings to begin with. He thought the fillings were great though. We liked the industrial decor and the atmosphere was open and airy and friendly. We had a wonderful server who made the experience fun as well I recommend this restaurant for breakfast for sure. Will try a lunch option next time. read more

The chef can't cook eggs to save his life but other than that pretty good. Service is alright I guess.

Really enjoyed this specific First Watch! Our server was amazing, I forget her name but she made our meal enjoyable! The food was delicious - came out super fast and a lot better quality than other First Watch's I've been to. Loved the wrap I got with the grits on the side. read more

I loved Justin as my server! He was efficient, quick, and personable. The best server I've had in a long time! I'll be coming back just for him! read more

Had a pesto chicken bowl to go and scarfed it down before I could get a photo. It was absolutely amazing and all of the ingredients were fresh. I look forward to trying more menu items here as well as ordering the pesto chicken bowl again. read more

We showed up right at opening with 3 kids and 2 adults- haven't eaten out in FOREVER! So luckily it was only us and one other couple in the restaurant. The wait staff was great and checked on us just enough. The kids menu was just right and fun to color. I am only giving it 4 stars because I thought the French toast was so/so. My husband ordered the traditional breakfast and it wasn't as yummy looking as the Famous Toastery. Definitely need to try the Floridian French Toast- very unique. read more

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The food is very good. However, we gave it a third shot and yet again we received dirty dishes. The first two times it was silverware, and the last time my coffee cup had some food on the side of it. I reluctantly scraped it off and drank my coffee. By the end of my cup I noticed the inside was not fully cleaned either. read more

A beautiful atmosphere, staff are amazing and very friendly. Food is excellent. Ice coffee is to die for.

Aweful breakfast. Expensive and small portions. Gross avocado. Good service so I rate 2 stars. read more

First Watch - Look at that garnish. Yikes - American Near Me - Wilmington, North Carolina

Everything was delicious. Simply put. Every aspect of every dish just tasted fresh. I got the market hash. Potatoes were to die for, veggies were all fresh, the cheese wasn't overpowering. Perfect portion size. I didn't leave hating myself or needing to lie down. The sausage gravy was really good, but be aware it is turkey gravy and you can taste that. Morning meditation juice was interesting. Definitely tasted funky because of the beet juice but I'd probably order it again. Already can't wait to go back read more

I was at First Watch earlier today. The food was great and our Server Kelsie Rothwell was the absolute greatest. Such a sweet young lady and is very up to the task at hand. The food was perfect and so was our experience read more

Great please! First time going there and the food was amazing! Love it! Definitely will be going back again. Avocado Toast read more

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It is frustrating to wait for my dish to appear when my friends almost finished theirs.

Second time eating here for Sunday breakfast. Waverly was a phenomenal waitress. Food was fantastic. Will be back again next Sunday!

My husband and I tried this place after church one Sunday morning and had a great experience! Honestly no complaints. We had great service and didn't wait long for our food at all either! I order the Kale Tonic juice and loved it, and my husband who doesn't like veggie drinks tried it and loved it too lol. Then I ordered the farmhouse skillet hash and it was SOOOO amazing and tasteful honestly!! I was surprised I got pretty full with it! Then my husband ordered the carnitas breakfast burrito special and he loved his! Then we ordered a side of the biscuits and gravy and I'm extremely picky about my gravy & biscuits but this was for sure one of my favorites! We loved our time there though because it doesn't seem there's many great brunch places around but this was definitely amazing! I could see us going again! Plus lots of healthy options!! Recommend for sure! read more

Food was good. Unfortunately when we were in this week a male server with blonde hair was not wearing his mask at all times. When he entered the kitchen area and prepped plates his mask was off and he rubbed his face countless times (you can see into kitchen - large glass window) Even if Covid wasn't an issue right now I'd be unhappy with this. Every other staff member had their mask on the whole time we dined in. This server ruined our chances of returning. I was also not crazy about their seating. They are seating at full capacity and have tables "protected" by plexiglass which is a joke. read more