Omg! I've been having breakfasts in Livermore for a long time and how did I miss this place?!!! Super cute place with multiple seating areas, out front, indoors and back area with a BAR!!!!! The back area is so spacious to accommodate large parties! Let me tell you about the food!!! I got Ohana Pancakes, it comes with pineapple, coconut and Mac nut syrup. I got mine without pineapple and it was drooling delish!! The two pancakes were light and airy, not dense like some pancakes. Sprinkled with coconut and a heaping serving is their delicious Mac nut syrup!! I wish there was more mac nuts...but all good, still delish. My sister ordered Joe's omelette (scramble listed on the menu). It comes with ground beef, spinach, onions, mushrooms, and cheese. Comes with a side of toast and country potatoes. Again, a large portion of deliciousness! We also ordered Aloha mimosas- made with bubbles, vodka, passion, and guava. I couldn't finish it cuz they made it so good the alcohol was getting to my head This place is going to be a repeat place cuz I want to try everything on the menu! Everything we had was very tasty! Oh and of course one of our fav servers works there now. He didn't serve us but glad I got to see him. Pepe- we'll seat where you serve next time!!! See you again! I was so preoccupied by the cute place I forgot our server's name, which also provided excellent service!!! Thanks everyone! We'll be coming back again. And for those early birds like me, this place is open 6am-3pm only. So good to know I have somewhere to go that early in the am. read more

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We came on a Saturday morning and we got sat immediately. They have a front patio and back patio along with inside seating. They had a variety of drinks and food to choose from. We got the cookies and cream cold brew and the tiramisu latte and both were good! For food we got the chicken fried steak and the french dip with provolone cheese and both were very good. read more

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Kid and dog friendly brunch spot. Came by at 11am on a Saturday with my mom and infant and grabbed a shaded table on their front patio. Their front patio overlooks main Street and is a great spot to people watch on the weekend. Our server was friendly, efficient and gave recommendations when asked. I ordered the sunrise sandwich with country potatoes and a latte and everything was yummy and thoughtfully prepared. Servings are quite generous too! I will definitely return and especially recommend for anyone dining out with your fur ptr human baby! read more

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I came here to Mornings on First on a Friday morning and we opted for outdoor seating since we brought our dogs. Such a cute and comfortable dining space on a beautiful February morning. Service was swift and friendly from beginning to end. The menu was not overly large, but you are bound to find a couple of items that intrigue you. My friend and I decided to share as we normally do two dishes - the Mushroom Market toast and the Dad's French toast. Prices are average for the area, but definitely breakfast prices are climbing anywhere you go in the Tri-Valley. Our food came out not long after we placed our order. Our server continued to be very helpful with all of our requests including getting side dishes and additional condiments. Flavors were good, however, the bread for the mushroom toast seemed a bit stale. Other than that, the ambiance truly won me over. This is definitely worth a try! read more

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Mornings on First wouldn't be my first brunch spot in Downtown Livermore, but they ended up having no wait on a Sunday mid morning so we decided to try it! We ordered the Stew's Special (French toast, 2 eggs, and choice of meat) along with biscuits and gravy. The order took longer than expected to come out. Our favorite part of the order was the pork sausages, but I wouldn't come for the French toast as there are other spots nearby that do it better. Overall the service and experience were good but I still stand by my statement that this wouldn't be my first choice for brunch in the area. Their outdoor seating out front looked cute though if you are looking for a patio brunch experience! read more

Mornings on First - Stew's special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

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My sister and I have shared their Ohana Pancakes a few times now, and we still salivate when we talk or text about them. Pineapple, coconut, and macadamia cream sauce over perfectly cooked pancakes makes this a 11/10. Definitely our favorite and what brings us back. We've also tried their Breakfast Tacos (8.5/10) country fried steak breakfast (10/10) and club sandwich (10/10). It looks small when you first walk in, but there's plenty of seating in their back patio. Service is always friendly and their coffee is great too. read more

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My friend and I went for breakfast on Mothers Day so we knew it was going to be busy in downtown Livermore. We arrived at 10:35 am. Got on the wait list to be seated- only a 15 minute wait! Not bad!!!!! At 11:00 I decided to check in since people were being seated who appeared after our check in. Sure enough, they skipped our name accidentally. Not great, but no apology. I only knew because the 2 ladies were discussing the error. What was odd is that the restaurant didn't seem overcrowded. I've seen it much busier and generally the service is good. Ordered breakfast tacos, 2 pancakes, coffee, and water. I had to go to the bar to flag someone down for waters that never arrived. We waited one hour to be served. The waitress was not very attentive and was annoying. She asked how we liked the food (just ok) so when I said, "Just ok"and she replied "That's great!". Wait, what's "great"? Huh? She apparently wasn't listening. Awkward and annoying. I love pancakes and always try the pancakes everywhere I go. Today, I ordered the blueberry. Just ok- nothing special. My friend's breakfast tacos were just ok. Not memorable in any way. The potatoes were good, however. I won't be back. Lots of places to get breakfast in Livermore and Pleasanton. Maybe they were short on help since it didn't that busy? I hope they work on customer service. It was well below the average experience. read more

Kudos to my ex-wife for recommending this establishment. We spent the morning at the Apple Store upgrading our phones and were starving for some breakfast after two plus hours at Apple Store. Shout out to Pepe for his great customer service too. We were seated immediately which was great for a busy weekend. There is plenty of seating both inside and outside patio area. My ex and I had chicken and waffles and my daughter and her boyfriend had the hot honey chicken sandwich and sunrise sandwich. Everyone was pretty happy with their meals. Great atmosphere for any occasion. read more

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Came on a Saturday brunch time. Very busy but was able to get a table outdoors in front. I did get a look inside after I ordered to use the bathroom and saw a back door that had more outdoor seating. Inside seemed compact while the outdoor seating was more airy on a sunny day. Food was good but I very much enjoyed the coffee flight. My wait wasn't long. I ate half and took the rest home. I finished the coffee flight though. The server was ok. I didn't like that the payment was given the choice of 18, 20, 25% it just makes me feel like I'm forced to choose a high % when the service didn't feel like that was the % they deserved. It's not like the old dine in experience where they leave the receipt for signature and the tip amount and I could have chilled for awhile but since I already paid it's almost like I felt rushed out. Would like to return again with a guest and get the coffee flight again or try other drinks Parking was hard to find but I was lucky to find a disabled parking spot a walking distance away. read more

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This was my second time here, and I don't think I'll be returning. I only came back because a friend wanted to try it out. The restaurant wasn't busy, but it took a long time just to get water. I noticed several staff chatting and standing around behind the bar, yet no one brought cups until I eventually had to ask. Not a great impression. We were a group of 4. When our food finally came, my friend's order was wrong. The runner went to get our server, and when my friend explained the mistake, the server got defensive and insisted, "No, I even confirmed it with you." That wasn't true. She had confirmed the orders of the other 2 in our group, but not my friend's. I spoke up to back my friend since I clearly heard her order and told the server I heard what my friend said and she didn't order that dish she got. More than anything, it was the server's tone that surprised me instead of just correcting the mistake. Since the food had already taken so long, my friend considered just accepting the wrong dish. But the server said she'd have it remade, which only made my friend uneasy. She worried about how the replacement would be handled. When the new plate came out, she even smelled the new plate before eating, which says a lot about the trust that was lost, and it was also the server's attitude that didn't help. To make things worse, when the bill came, we were still charged for the wrong dish. Thankfully, I caught it before paying. Another friend at the table who ordered the omelet said it wasn't good and described it as tasting like a "wet rag." Overall, between the inattentive staff, defensive service, order mistakes, and disappointing food, I wouldn't come back. read more

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This places is great, and theres quite a few good breakfast spots around downtown Livermore as it is. It's always hard to choose when i take my wife and son for a morning walk. But we usually end up here because my son always gets a hot wheel, and my wife loves the coffee specialty drinks here. I've came at least 6 times to this location and the service is always good, as well as the food. We have always gone during weekday mornings so the place is always peaceful, not loud or anything like that. Which i prefer. Finally as far as portion to price ratio, i think it's fair. Portions tend to be on the bigger side. read more

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Mornings on First had disappointing vegetarian food options that took 45 minutes to arrive and felt overpriced for what I ordered. However, staff were very attentive and caring, the ambience was wonderful and friendly, and the selection of iced coffees was delicious. I would have been happier just coming here with a group of friends to chat over drinks instead of coming here for an expensive, mediocre brunch. I ordered the Iced Coffee Flight, Veggie Scramble, and Breakfast Tacos with soyrizo substitute (not pictured in this review). Iced Coffee Flight was very fun. You have an interesting selection of different flavors, and while I did have a favorite, all three drinks were great. * S'mores Latte - strong, dark chocolate-y * Cookies & Cream Cold Brew - fruity, lighter * Iced Tiramisu Latte - tasted the most like coffee, topped with bits of chocolate shavings Food took around 45 minutes to arrive. Soy chorizo and vegan egg substitute for the breakfast tacos ordered didn't taste very present for the extra $4 I paid for it. I feel that you are better off just asking for no chorizo instead if you are vegetarian and not vegan. Veggie Scramble was fine and otherwise unremarkable, though you could always pay extra cash to add cheese, soyrizo, or use plant based eggs. The side options for toast and fruit or country potatoes are unremarkable as well. Overall, great drinks, ambience, and service. But for breakfast/brunch foods, did not feel worth the time and money spent. read more

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They say it's a 30 min wait and they make you wait an hour. Not very friendly. ....................

I enjoyed my experience here. Came with a friend to have brunch midweek. No wait, which I love! Server was friendly and checked in on us often. Now for the food: Chilaquiles: I really enjoyed these. The chips stayed crispy most of my meal which I always appreciate. Who likes soggy chips ever?? Belgian Style Waffle: Would I get this again? Probably not. It tasted great, but I probably should have gone for one of the most colorful style waffles they have. Western Omelette: added the avocado , yes even at that price, and was tasty. All in all, I would consider going back if I was in the area :) read more

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Service was great here, plenty of seating and street parking. Nothing particularly special about the food. We ordered the breakfast burrito, Chilaquiles and ice coffee flight. Food portions here are large, was expecting larger coffee for the price point. read more

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Good and fast service. We were seated quick only waited about 10 min on a Sunday which was nice. It wasn't too loud we sat inside and were able to order right away. The food was ok I do like seasoned fries and felt like the food could use a bit more flavor. Potatoes were crispy and hot. Breakfast chorizo tacos were good and big portion. I thought the drinks were very tasty! I loved the breakfast at Tiffanie's it came in a cute box but also tastes very refreshing. Overall the food was good but def a place to get tasty drinks and good service. read more

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My friends and I had brunch here a week ago and had such a great experience! The drinks, food and service were on point. Shout out to the veggie scramble! read more

Mornings on First - Veggie scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

We held a baby shower at Mornings on First, I cannot say enough about the customer service the wonderful support Joel and his team gave us. I also want to give special shout out to Marvin he was amazing, they were amazing. I would recommend and encourage anybody to have a celebration at their restaurant. The food was great and they treat you like family. Thank you so much. Lisa read more

Tried a few things here, coffee flight, farmhouse omelette, breakfast burrito, and the ohana pancakes. The clear winner was the ohana pancakes, big fluffy pancakes with macadamia and pineapple. The breakfast burrito was really big, a lot for one person. The omelette was standard, nothing new and no complaints. The coffee flight is kind of a disappointment, better to just order a regular coffee. The Cookies and Cream Cold Brew is the only one worth getting, the other two weren't so great. It's a nice place with indoor seating and a front and back patio seating. The service was okay, a little haphazard and two servers didn't communicate with each other. But food and everything came on time with no complaints. The inside has a Breakfast at Tiffany's decoration, with a portrait of Audrey Hepburn and also a signature drink that comes in a Tiffany's box. Overall a good experience and definitely will be back! read more

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Great breakfast food, nice drinks, and attentive service! I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking to start a Saturday/Sunday Funday! The breakfast burrito was exactly what I thought it'd be, and the mimosa carafe was nice to share among friends. Give them a try soon! read more

Went to brunch with my daughter and friend and everything was amazing. My daughter had the breakfast sandwich and I had the French toast and we both loved them both. Mauricio was so attentive and friendly. He made our experience joyful. Thanks for everything. Ruthie read more

Love downtown Livermore! Such a great little town to walk around and so many great restaurants like Mornings on First. It was well after 12:00 noon when we stopped by on our way back to Sacramento and the menu choices were perfect since I wanted lunch and the hubby wanted breakfast. I started off with a Bloody Mary but it did not hit the mark for me. It was very watered down with hardly any tomato flavor and no spice which I prefer. The food, however, was outstanding. I ordered the BLTA half sandwich with a salad and side of French fries and the hubby ordered their Leige waffle. The BLTA was hella messy but oh so good! I love BLTs but the perfectly ripe avocado made it epic. The sourdough bread was toasted and buttery perfect. My salad was very fresh and much easier to eat when I dumped it onto my plate from the little bowl. Oh and the French fries were so good! As a French fry connoisseur , I give them a solid 9 with what tasted like a light batter and crisped and seasoned perfectly. Enjoyed all of it thoroughly! My husband's waffle was probably the best waffle I've tasted in a long time. The flavor of the dough was uniquely delicious as was the little bits of sugar cane crystals embedded in the waffle. The whipped cream that it was served with was mouthwatering, sweet and the perfect topping. Service was very fast, friendly and the outdoor patio on the front sidewalk area was perfect for enjoying the weather and people watching. Highly recommend! read more

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The food is good, but dang I just waited 45 minutes for food, which seemed to be the norm for everyone sitting around us. There were numerous empty tables so the kitchen is overloaded seemed to lack merit. What was more frustrating was the response from our server, who seemed dismissive and told us "it's basically Saturday, what did you expect?" A little more communication and courtesy would have gone a long way. I've never experienced this during past visits, so hope it's a one off, but I truly dislike a condescending server. read more

Came here after a six-mile hike in Livermore. Brought our appetites. It was Sunday afternoon around 1 and there was a 15-minute wait. I was texted promptly when our table was ready. We sat inside. Service was very friendly and to the point. Our server made helpful suggestions and was quite concerned about getting my wife's egg order just right. Anna loved her chicken-fried steak. I got Joe's Scramble, which was very tasty, with spinach and mushrooms. We split the potatoes which were cooked crispy to my specification. The coffee was superb!! Maybe even the star of the whole breakfast. Atmosphere was very pleasant despite being very busy. It's safe to say we will be back every time we are in Livermore/Pleasanton!! read more

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Mornings on First opened where La Botica was. Came here looking for a cup of Joe when another place closed earlier than expected. Inside full. Outside has a few tables. Got serviced promptly at counter. Offerings (Mexican flair): specialities, starters, eggs, griddles, sides, salads, burgers, sandwiches, drinks, appetizers... Sips: drip covfefe (4.61) -McLaughlin Coffee, Mexican blend: dark roast black sans cream, sugar hit the spot-bullseyes! Got me bright eyed & bushy tailed. -quick, courteous, efficient service. Tempted to return for breakfast someday. Everyone was smiling & enjoying their edibles... 4ish stars read more

Mornings on First - Mexican blend covfefe (4.61) enjoying the sunshine - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

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Everything was delicious. Our server was amazing! Restaurant and restrooms were clean! read more

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The menu has ample choices for everyone in your party. For those who love breakfast, you can eat it from opening until Close. For those of us who prefer lunch, there is an equal number of choices from which to choose--not always the case with breakfast-lunch places. There is some indoor seating and twice as much outdoor space. The back patio has permanent heaters which keep you toasty warm during colder weather. The service was speedy and attentive. While we didn't have children in our group, an adjacent table did. I noticed and appreciated how the kids food was brought out quickly. The adults waited but they can handle the wait! This was a thoughtful choice on the restaurant's part--one that a lot don't choose. Our food was hot and tasty. We look forward to visiting again. read more

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They lost my reservation that I had made online for a larger party. Luckily the gentleman working was wonderful and able to pivot by accommodating the large group with multiple children. They took care of us and understood the toddlers get their food before the adults (parents know what I mean) Everything was delicious from eggs, pancakes, eggs Benedict, and peppermint mocha. Only would change the potatoes by asking for them crispier because they were soft. The ambiance was still nice on the back patio as it is covered and has heated lamps, none of our party was cold. read more

Mornings on First - Warm yummy peppermint mocha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

I came here on a weekday during lunch with my toddler since we were downtown anyway running errands. I had heard good things so I was excited to check it out when it wasn't too busy. Four other groups had children with them as well. I was pleasantly surprised when the server gifted my toddler a new Hot Wheels car still in the packaging. What a great idea to keep curious little ones occupied when they're dining out. I ordered a milk and the Grand Prix from the kids menu and was shocked by how much food there was. It could easily feed my toddler for 2-3 meals. I got the London Fog and Hot Honey Chicken for myself. I asked how spicy it would be and the server said she could put it on the side. It wasn't too spicy and definitely adds to the meal so I wouldn't get it on the side next time. Looking forward to coming back to try out more menu items! read more

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The food was amazing. Chef's kiss the service was amazing. They were super nice and it looks so beautiful in there. I would come back here again. read more

Mornings on First - Kids meal, bacon, French toast, and scrambled eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

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LOVE this excellent breakfast spot. I've been several times and have always had a great experience. Lots of space: There is a patio out front on First; indoor seating; and a very large covered patio out back -- you'll always get a seat. Great location: It's located on First right in the heart of Downtown Livermore. Walkable, lots of parking, lots of people, energy, and shops. Awesome service: each time we've been, our server has gifted my three-year-old a brand new, in-the-box hot wheels car. So thoughtful and fun! Finally -- classic breakfast food. So tasty. Give them a try! read more

Mornings on First - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

I just had breakfast with the family here. All six of us. I had a flavorless western omelette. The potatoes were over-fried hard little, nuggets--way too crunchy to accessorize a bland omelette. I asked for salsa, you know, to give the omelette a little bit of flavor and maybe soften up the pebbled potatos. Some back-story: Salsa, which is pretty standard equipment when ordering an omelette, has dethroned ketchup as the favorite condiment in the US as of 30 years ago. That said, if you want to put some standard salsa on your omelette at Mornings on First, they're going to up-charge you for it. Yes, you read correctly. I dumped the complementary ketchup on it instead. The sour dough toast? Not sour dough. That white bread was not even trying to be sour dough. Then the bill comes--on a PoS tablet, as the waitress hovers over me and states "it's going to as you a question." Gee, what question could this terminal be asking me so early in the morning?" Does it want to know if I slept well? Good thing I had noticed that they took it upon themselves to give themselves a very generous 20% tip because apparently a party of six is ... is large? I would say it's medium size, at best. I would NOT have tipped the 20% they helped themselves to. Maybe more like 15% when you try to pawn off white bread as sour dough and want to charge me for a condiment. But even that would have given them a 35% tip had I not noticed they tipped themselves without asking or telling me. And by the way--leave a piece of paper on the table as the bill or leave the PoS terminal and walk away. Don't hover over your customer with your hand out, hoping for me to press a silver coin into it. It's rude. Especially when you already carved out 20% for yourself. Six is a large party? Really? And then, there's what I referred to as "the guy." There's this one guy, standing off to the side of the room with a wire in his ear, like he's protecting the President. He never smiles and his head is on a swivel, watching the whole room--the whole time. It's off-putting. Next time I will go to my old standard, even though it's a little bit of a drive: Jim's in Pleasanton. Jim's cannot be beat. https://www.theatlantic.com/national/2013/10/actually-salsa-dethroned-ketchup-20-years-ago/309844/ read more

Mornings on First is such a charming little breakfast spot. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed morning or casual brunch. The food is fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Everything we ordered was delicious and beautifully presented. The coffee was great. I ordered a coffee flight that was perfect because I wanted to try all the flavors, and didn't know which one to pick , so I love they have the option to try alittle bit of each flavor! So cute! The service was friendly and attentive without feeling rushed. It's the kind of place that makes you want to slow down and really enjoy your morning. Definitely a gem and a place I'll be coming back to. read more

Mornings on First - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

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Food was great! Everyone really enjoyed their meals. Service was great. Our server was funny and very attentive. Loved sitting in the back patio. Took away 1 star because the pricing on the menu is incorrect. When we recieved our bill a friend of mine pointed out both the espresso martini and her meal was charged $2more than what was listed on the menu. read more

Mornings on First - Classic Espresso Martini - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

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Came here on a busy Sunday morning. The wait was only 20 minutes which was an immediate plus. The inside is full of vibrant plants, bright walls and celebrity art. They have a partially covered back patio for extra seating. The menu had your classic brunch favorites. Everything tasted delicious! Definitely would come back read more

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Arrived for brunch as a party of 4 and we were sat right away. Service was fast and to the point! Drinks were phenomenal, I'll definitely get the s'mores latte again. The reason why this place loses one star is because of the portion size. In my opinion, plates are on the smaller side. For the price you pay, I would expect just a little bit more.. overall, the food was pretty good though. This spot is located in downtown, so parking can be limited if there are events happening or if it is a busy weekend. There is only street parking so plan ahead. read more

Mornings on First - Iced s'mores latte, strawberry lemonade, and cookies and cream cold brew - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

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Unplanned stop here for some breakfast but so happy we did! They only serve breakfast and lunch and close at 3 which is unfortunate because their food is so good, I can only imagine how their dinner would be . They have a cute little seating area in the front and have fans blowing so it stays cooler making it so nice to sit outside. The inside is cute too! Our server was very friendly and helpful with the menu. We went with the food he suggested and we were not disappointed! My omelette was STUFFED with fresh ingredients and the potatoes were crispy and flavorful. My friend mentioned many times her bacon and eggs were cooked perfectly! We also ordered pancake to share. The pancakes themselves were so good! However they were listed as blueberry with lemon so we thought the blueberries were going to be in the pancake batter but it turns out it's just a jam topping which makes the pancakes soggy and the lemon flavor did not compliment anything. Next time we'll try just plain pancakes and see if that's better. Overall great place with great food! read more

Mornings on First - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

The food was tasty and hot. The service was a good pace, for a busy time! The ambience in the back patio was open and warm for being outdoors. Will go back! read more

Mornings on First - Biscuits and gravy! Yum - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Livermore, California

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I've been to Mornings on First a few times now and have enjoyed it each time. The restaurant is decorated beautifully with a "Tiffany's" vibe. The service is generally good - since it's a new restaurant the staff are working extra hard to deliver well and may get busy at times, resulting in slower service or longer wait for food to come out. Coffee: If you want to try a few of their different iced coffees at once, I'd recommend getting the coffee flight - you get to try the s'mores, tiramisu, and cookies & cream lattes. I really enjoy the s'mores and c&c ones! Breakfast/brunch: I've ordered the Ohana pancakes a couple times and really like them. The pancakes are pretty big and I've taken them to-go before and they've kept and re-heated well. The Belgian breakfast is good too and very filling. Their waffles are crispy! Lunch: I've gotten the turkey tango sandwich which was a good amount of fillings with a good layer of pesto. My husband just tried the OG burger and didn't love it - the burger was cooked well but overall flavorless. The accompanying potato salad was really good, and I'd recommend over the fries. Overall I recommend giving Mornings on First a shot. You may have to wait a bit for a table or for your meal to come out, but it's worth trying out for yourself :) read more

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Mornings on First is such a cute, friendly restaurant. I absolutely loved the whole color scheme and atmosphere. All the workers were absolutely friendly from the minute you step into the door. I sat at the bar where my server Julie super friendly and sweet recommended the Eggs Benedict & Iced Coffee Flight. I also got some biscuits and gravy. All of them were amazing and I can't wait to come back and try some of their other items. Thank you Julie & Lezlie!! read more

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