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    First Watch

    3.8 (97 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Wild Berry Lavender French Toast
    Liz L.

    A little disappointed. I tried the new spring menu, and honestly... not impressed. The Lavender french toast was pretty, but the flavor was not there? Didn't get much lavender at all. And the baconado was overpowered by sour cream just a little too much. Guess I'll sit this season out and wait for the summer menu!

    Josh B.

    Stopped in for some breakfast. We were greeted and seated immediately. Our waitress almost instantly was at our table with coffee. I got the mimosa which was good, you get a mini bottle of champagne. I ordered the waffle with bacon and a side of their million dollar potato's. The waffle was delicious, light and fluffy. The bacon was perfect and crispy. The million dollar potato's though just weren't good. I was hoping they'd be crispy on the outside and soft on the inside but the majority of my potato's seemed undercooked as they were pretty hard. Super disappointed with these. The cheese sauce on top was okay tasting. My wife got the bowl and she said it was good. Overall I would come back. This is a nice location, clean place inside and good service.

    Chickenchinga
    J B.

    I don't like par cooked potatoes. They need to be cooked all the way through. Service was good. Food needed a little help with seasoning.

    The "elevated" breakfast sandwich (minus bacon). It's half mayonnaise, slimy, and gross.
    Shannon A.

    The food is OK, but it is worse every time we get it. I don't think I'll be back. This was the first time in like 6-8 months, after the last underwhelming experience. The elevated breakfast sandwich is anything but elevated. It looked down right disgusting. It did taste OK but nothing compared to how good it was (and looked) the first time I got it a couple years ago. I've stopped ordering the avocado toast, it's also gotten much worse over the years. The avocado portion is tiny now and bland, the toast isn't actually toasted anymore or is soggy by the time I get it, and the portion seems to shrink and shrink. For what it's worth, my husband's power bowl seems pretty consistent. It's much smaller than it used to be, but it looks and tastes about the same. If this review seems harsh, it's because I'm just over it. I've held off rating again, because I hoped the bad meals were an off-day. It's been at least four "bad days" in a row.

    Million Dollar Bacon and waffles and fried eggs
    Shawn R.

    Busy place. Nice patio dining available. Bring a jacket always cold (not complaining) inside. See pics for food it was delicious and came out quickly. Great coffee with refill pot on the table. Place is always clean. Servers always tentative to your needs. Go once a month when in town for an appointment.

    French toast with a side of potatoes
    Gabby T.

    We came for late brunch and the food was good! The cinnamon rolls had a citrus taste to them, they were good just not for us. The service was quick and the restaurant was clean! We had the sangria and the French toast drink (I think that's what it's called?) all great! We'd come back if we're ever in the area again!

    Hot Chocolate (Purple Haze, in the back)
    Nhi B.

    Coming from Orlando, where there's always an hour wait for any brunch restaurant, it was such a relief to come to First Watch in Winter Haven and be seated right away -- and this was on Christmas Eve! First Watch is a chain so, as far as decor goes, it's fairly standard. There was one piece of art on the wall highlighting Winter Haven's famous water-ski pyramid, which i appreciated. Everything looked bright and clean. Service was great! I have no complaints. Our waitress was friendly, quick to offer refills, and check on us. I ordered a Hot Chocolate (very yummy) and my husband ordered a Purple Haze with an Immunity Booster Shot. He can't say if the Booster Shot helped, but the drink definitely tasted good. There's a wide selection of breakfast, brunch, and lunch options whether you prefer a sweet or savory meal to start your day. I had the Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl, which was super filling and tasty. I'd get that any day. We also ordered a plate of the Gingerbread Donut Bites -- they were a little too sweet, but they came out so warm and soft that we couldn't help but eat the whole plate! Overall, I love visiting this First Watch anytime I'm in Winter Haven and I'd always recommend hitting them up for a nice meal anytime.

    Laura T.

    Oh my goodness!!!!! Best place ever! I know I'm fat but I'm in a weight loss journey and their power breakfast bowl with quinoa and lots of protein was perfect! My partner got a sandwich. The environment felt like a diner mixed with a beef o Brady's lol .The service was amazing I'm telling you if you feel bad about yourself the girls will lift you up the second you walk in! Thank you from the spooky bitxh*

    Side Two Eggs, bacon , waffles with fruit compote
    Dianna A.

    Delicious food, great service, healthy meals. I highly recommend it. Pancakes, waffles and juices were so good!

    Mimosas and bloodys.
    Eli C.

    Cool interior and outside eating area. We got bloody Mary's and mimosas. Very attentive wait staff and fast food to table. They have million dollar bacon that is candied bacon and delicious. Food was great. I got the eggs Benedict which was good. My only complaint was the hollandaise was too lemony and not very rich. Overall good spot.

    Can't wait to eat
    Christina V.

    I love eating here. This place is too boujee for my husband. Since I work from home I rarely go out to eat for breakfast unless it the weekend. Since I had a doctor appointment near by I woke early purposely to eat here. I love their juice's, pancake, & egg Benedict. Today I opt for an egg Benedict with coffee. The server was nice and the place was so clean.

    Sarah H.

    Anna and Krysten were AMAZING!!! my group & i stopped in for breakfast this morning and they absolutely made our mornings! they were so kind & friendly, the whole atmosphere was just amazing thanks to them! anytime I'm back in the area, I'll definitely be coming back. the food was really good too! all around 10/10

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    7 months ago

    Amazing!!! Pancakes are so Good, Bacon is So Crispy and Flavorful, and Staff are so Nice! And it's so Cozy!

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    Very good and healthy food. We enjoy going there because it has the healthiest and delicious food

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    Amazing food and great service. Thanks so much. The server offered so many suggestions.

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    First watch is the best breakfast/ brunch place! The menu is delicious and had a variety of options from sweet to savory!

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    Sierra was great pumpkin pancake. Breakfast was amazing places extra clean even in the men's room looks great. Will be back soon. Thank you.

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