Absolutely it's so good every time.The staff is amazing and the food speaks for itself.read more

I don't normally leave negative reviews, but this experience was bad enough that I felt people…read moreshould know. The atmosphere was uncomfortable from the moment we arrived. An older woman wearing a purple polo was yelling from the kitchen at one of the servers. She was so harsh that the server ended up crying, which was heartbreaking and incredibly unprofessional to witness as a customer. The most disturbing part of our visit was when a roach crawled across our table while we were eating. A woman with short hair and glasses, who identified herself as a manager, came over, saw the roach herself, and offered me a discount on my shrimp and grits. She also told me they've been battling roaches because the business next door had them and that they've been placing traps behind all of the coolers. Hearing that while trying to eat completely ruined my appetite. To make matters worse, I watched cooks come out of the restroom still wearing their aprons, which is a major food safety concern. Every time the kitchen doors opened, I could see into the kitchen, and I never saw anyone wearing gloves while handling food. Between the employee being yelled at until she cried, the roach on our table, the manager discussing an ongoing roach problem, and the food safety concerns, this was one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. I won't be returning.

Always great food, service and fun vibe. Breakfast tacos with braised beef are especially yummy…read more Ask for Sierra - she's the best!

Please to visit this location in College Station. Ordering an ice chai latte took about 20min so…read morewas not happy. But they came through on the breakfast items.

Wow. This is the best meal I've eaten in all of College Station, hands down. Biscuits are very…read morefresh, not coated in butter nor oil, the ingredients taste very fresh, and they give very generous portion sizes. Stella is the king of southern breakfast (and I'm speaking as somebody from the deep South). Highly recommend! Service was snappy, atmosphere is very welcoming, water tasted very clean (i.e. not like tap water), and so on.

I'm sorry to do this here. As a locally owned business I hoped to address this directly but your…read morewebsite does not have a place for direct feedback. If you are the owners and care about community as much as your website says, take a look at your camera footage on August 11, 2026 between. 8:45 and 9:10am ish. Just the facts. We ordered and sat like everyone else. Received our food after the two groups behind us who ordered well after us got theirs. Most were Veterans so I appreciate that and would hope this was the reason. Once our food was dropped the server asked if there was anything else and I said I'd take a refill of coffee (empty). As I observed the room, the tables around us were getting really attentive service. Refills galore, conversation... I had to go to the counter to refill my coffee as I saw a server walk past our table and refill the cups at the window while ours remained empty. I got up, walked past all the servers and went to the counter where I got my first cup of coffee. After a while without anyone checking on us (again, all other tables were getting some really good 5 star service) I went to the counter to get a refill of water (empty) and a young girl who I overheard said she just graduated from high school stopped me and asked if I needed a refill. She was your bright spot. The rest of the staff just stood talking as u walked past them. It wasn't even busy. As I saw tables about to leave they were offered a cup of coffee to go. Thanked for coming in and probably would give 5 stars on a review. I made eye contact to the middle age female server and she quickly looked away. So did another young server who I saw refilling coffee. My previous review of here was 5 stars. I recommended coming here because this is our second time and my first was outstanding. Not playing the card, just the facts. We are the three Asians on the 4 top next to the booths by the kitchen entrance. Watch the entire service. I have a rule that if I really like a place I'd go back and even buy a shirt if available. I bought a shirt after my first visit but I'll holster the shirt. I'm huge on loyalty and sorry to say, this was lost. We left the cold, unwelcoming restaurant without any one of your staff saying a word. Not the type of place I'd return to. I hope this review is useful and hope this is a one off and I was just in the wrong place at the wrong time. ***update*** The operations manager reviewed the video with the owner and quickly reached out to me directly. They agreed with my assessment and said they immediately addressed the issue with their staff. Doesn't change what happened but pleased to hear they care and will take corrective action when needed. They offered to refund my bill. I declined as I am just thankful they swiftly dealt with my concerns.

Today is Sunday of memorial weekend and surprising there was only 2 tables so super slow but we…read moreordered a regular (they have a snack, regular and large version) chicken and waffles with the aoli sauce and side of syrup. The perfect amount if you want to split something and not be overloaded after. Chicken was so hot and fresh and the waffle was perfect. Clean environment, nice staff, and always so good.

I finally tried Mess Waffles in College Station after hearing so much about it, and overall I'd…read moregive it about a 7.5/10. I ordered the Upcluck and Away mac and cheese, plus a snack portion of the chicken and waffles with the maple aioli sauce. The food was definitely the highlight. The mac and cheese was really good, and that maple aioli sauce on the chicken and waffles was so good. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, and the portions were decent for what I ordered. I also got the banana brûlée matcha. It was good, but the matcha itself didn't taste ceremonial grade. It had a slightly chalky texture that took away from it a bit. One downside was the wait. I stood in line for about 30 minutes, which was longer than expected. Overall, the food hits, especially if you're craving something savory and indulgent, but the wait and the drink quality keep it from being a higher rating for me. I'd still come back, just maybe at a less busy time, so not the weekends at all!

The food was amazing, and service was perfect ,…read more Harlie is the best I liked the ambiance , it's so cozy

Less than stellar visit, which was surprising, given visits to other First Watch locations. Quality…read moreof the food was great, but the ambiance and service was a bit odd. Stopped in with a friend early on a Sunday, door was opened for us by one of the employees, and a big friendly welcome. Looked promising. Hostess wanted my friend's name and phone number, as if we needed to be put on a waiting list. Place wasn't even half full, and apparently she was going to make us wait, because the server that opened the door told her, "that's ok, I'll seat them", and he was the one to take us to our table. Not sure if he was a server, or a busser. No greeting after he greeted us, hostess didn't even look up from her papers when talking to us. Service was slower that other First Watch places, and the server had to be reminded about drinks ordered. Overall, watching other tables being served, the vibe was off from other locations - not a lot of smiling or movement with purpose - got the impression that most could've cared less if we were there or not. Don't expect my butt kissed, but at least would like to feel welcome. Pay at the table wasn't an option, and the server only got motivated when she dropped off a QR comment card, and basically fished for a good rating, as "we're having a competition, and my birthday's coming up". Weird. First time I've been solicited for compliments like that. When we left, 2-3 employees at the hostess station, ignored us again, no, "thanks", "come again", "have a nice day", don't even think they noticed us leaving. I was embarrassed to have recommended this as our breakfast stop, my friend agreed the food and coffee was good, but the whole experience put this in the "never again visit" category.

Everything was fantastic! Greeted immediately as we walked in by multiple people. Our waitress so…read moresuper friendly, the manager came by twice to ask if everything was all good. The food was absolutely fantastic for brunch! The atmosphere was too cool! An absolute gem of a food spot!

This is a gluten free review…read more Their menu is clearly marked and MANY dishes are GF. Our server was knowledgeable and able to answer questions. Plus she was careful to recheck one of my sides with the kitchen before bringing it to the table. We did ask about the chips based on previous reviews, our server reassured us they are GF. Food was good and we'll be back!

I got the night before and my partner got the whiskey chicken sandwich and both were GREAT. The…read moreservice was good and the price was fair. Definitely worth it to check it out if you're in the area. (May 2026)

Excellent Chicken & Waffles! But it's HOT & Humid inside! Came for lunch for the first time! We…read moreloved the food just not the stagnant temperatures inside! Breaking a sweat at lunch isn't ideal. Excellent food and service! Quick and friendly! Oddly they don't serve milk in case you're wondering.

This is a top notch experience with delicious food and great service. We went for restaurant week…read moreand I had the salmon and carrot cake. It was amazing. I recommend this place.

Great place for a date night or just have a few drinks. We had martinis, then we moved to your…read moretable. They had a one mad band playing softly. The entire visit was perfection

I came for lunch and decide on a pizza. It was delicious and…read morethe service was excellent. Good place for lunch.

Local bakery/deli chain (3 stores). Wonderful bread, pastries, sandwiches, soups, pizzas, and…read moresalads. My favorites are the Club Bleu Sandwich, a croissant with mayonnaise, honey mustard, lettuce, tomatoes, ham, turkey, smoked bacon and Swiss cheese, and the Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Bagel, Slices of lox-style salmon served open-faced on an everything bagel (or your choice, I get onion bagel) with cream cheese, capers, and red onions. Laid back vibes, great service, real bagels, fresh-baked bread.

We came here two days in a row during an Aggie game weekend. We saw so many things we wanted to try…read morethe first day that we had to come back the next. Staff is friendly, courteous, helpful, and everyone pitches in to help, whether it's with drinks behind the bar, bussing tables, or picking up dropped sugar packets off the floor. My #1 brunch destination in College Station now. All the bright windows allow so much light in, and there is a steady stream of people, letting you know how great this place is!

First time coming here and the breakfast was delicious. The restaurant is super clean and staff…read morefriendly. I got the lunch combo chicken and waffles and my partner got omelet and side of country potatoes. They did forget his English muffins. We didn't notice until after we got done eating. Its okay. Maybe next time we won't forget. The food was delicious. I would come back again. I would recommend this place to people. FYI Beignets are great.