I had the unexpected pleasure of finding myself in Charleston for the first time recently, and my stomach wanted one thing: pancakes. First Watch popped up on Yelp immediately, but I'm always one to ask for a local's opinion, and sure enough my Lyft driver pointed me in the same direction. I was pushing my luck with their hours. I think I got there only 40 minutes before closing, but luckily their service is super fast and friendly and it wasn't at all an issue. I got the trifecta with eggs over easy, chicken sausage and a big ol' pancake. The portions are sizable, but somehow I still managing to join the clean plate club, which for me is a rarity. Let me tell you, I've been dreaming of that freakin pancake since I ate there. The texture was perfect. It was fluffy but not thick, spongy enough to take in syrup but not fall apart, and just had a great flavor. I'd love to steal the recipe. Sausage was good and the eggs were cooked perfectly. The inside isn't as typical 'diner' like as I would prefer, but it's clean and not crowded, which is nice. Servers were all super friendly, and I felt really welcome. Thanks for the great meal! Also, it was unclear to me: you have to take your bill up to the register yourself to pay at the end of the meal. I never know what the protocol is... read more

First Watch - Trifecta with chicken sausage, plain pancake and over easy eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

The staff, specialty juice blends like "meditation" and I love the pesto basil chicken.

I come to first watch every time my basketball team is in the state tournament and it never disappoints! There is usually always some sort of wait, but that's how you know this place is sooo good! I start off with the unlimited hot coffee, today I tried the breakfast tacos with a side of fresh fruit and it was AMAZING! The tortilla was thin and light and the tacos were stuffed with eggs, fresh salsa, chorizo and Cajun chicken! They are following cdc guidelines, with social distancing and limiting capacity by having people wait outside. read more

First Watch - Breakfast tacos and fresh fruit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

The food was really good and the restaurant is always nice and clean. However, our waiter was an older gentleman. We ordered then received our food and I asked about placing a to-go order because he never checked on us prior to this. He then responded with an attitude "well that's going to be a long time". I said okay I still would like one. I just feel that was rude when I'm giving them business. Not sure if I'll be back. The girls that check people in are really sweet though. read more

First Watch - Al pastor breakfast bowl & smoked salmon eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

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I stopped on our trip south and I highly recommend this place. I had the avocado toast and million dollar bacon, my daughter had the Super Bowl, and both were excellent. This will be my goto spot in Charlston. Great staff and service, too. read more

First Watch - Avocado toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

The food tasted so good. I got the smoked salmon frittata and it was cooked perfectly. Their iced coffee was delicious and gave the perfect kick of caffeine. The food was great but the biggest standout is the service. All workers are so kind and friendly. From the moment they greet you and ask about your day to when you leave, every interaction leaves a smile on your face! Cute little breakfast/lunch joint. read more

I realize this is a chain restaurant, but it doesn't feel like it. Service was great. Food was great. It was completely understandable that there was a line forming once we finished our earlier breakfast. This is a great option and don't be afraid of downtown parking. They have a devoted lot across the street. read more

First Watch Charleston, WV is the daytime cafe, open for breakfast, brunch & lunch. They start each morning by juicing fresh fruits and vegetables, baking muffins, and whipping up french toast batter from scratch. Every breakfast, brunch & lunch, pot of coffee and glass of signature juice is made with the finest ingredient for the freshest taste around. My morning breakfasts at First Watch started with a pipping hot cup of coffee followed with the morning market veggie omlette with roasted zucchini, mushrooms, shallots, tomatoes and kale. This omlette was fantasticly delicious and I would highly recommend it to anyone. The resturant is following all Covid-19 safety measures as directed by CDC guidelines. Employees and guests are in masks, social distancing is enforced and hand sanitizer is available. Thank you First Watch - Charleston, WV for a wonderful dining experience. read more

First Watch - Morning Market Vegetable omelette with a side of fruit and a lemon dressed organic mixed greens salad. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

Love this place. I like to meet people there talk. Have coffee, have breakfast and discuss things? Sometimes I feel like it's hard to park but you're in the city and it's always that way. read more

Awesome place! Great food, great atmosphere, innovative menu and drink, fresh ingredients etc fully recommend it

We have been to several locations and the food is always excellent. When we saw there was one in Charleston we stoped looking for a breakfast place. We ate there both mornings we were there. Quick service even when they are busy and they have a wide variety of options including several very health choices. read more

Located right down town, First Watch is fresh, healthy and I can't wait to go back! Yes, there was a wait Saturday at 10:15 am, we were told 20 mins and waited 30. But hey it moved quickly and that just means this is the spot to eat at. I didn't see a parking lot, but we were able to get street parking easily. I got the elevated breakfast sandwich and ate it all! :) I like the light mayo on it and it was just good. It's on a brioche bun, so think big. It came with seasoned potatoes and they were great. Also ordered was the farmhouse skillet hash and SoCal burrito, both ladies loved their food. Our server was awesome too! Large portions and healthy food, will always have my heart. I would return for lunch in a heart beat. And I already know what I want! read more

First Watch - Elevated breakfast sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

Such a great breakfast spot! The waiter was amazing and the food was delicious! We got the lemon blackberry French toast and the chickichanga. So good read more

Good eats, great service. The breakfast/brunch lovers will love this place. One of the more distinct places to grab a bite to eat in Charleston. Asked for a suggestion from my server and I'm glad I listened. The Chickenchanga is a good choice. I'm definitely making this place a go-to. read more

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Yum, why didn't I discover this place sooner. Stopped in for a quick breakfast on our way from Elkins to Huntington and I must say the service was very friendly. The menu has tons of egg dishes, sweet had savory options. We had the Belgian waffle and Mexican corn egg special. Both were really good. We will definitely stop by next time to try other items. read more

I always find something new to try. Always happy with what ever I pick. Breakfast gravy is the best. read more

Visiting Charleston for the first time and decided on First Watch since we knew they served breakfast all day. Our server was great but unfortunately our food came out wrong and also had a nice black hair in it. The 'franchisee' was pretty rude and seemed she couldn't fathom how our food was incorrect. We won't be back. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

Effortless service and great breakfast. Not the most suitable for the budget-conscious amongst us, but this is definitely a solid brekkie shop. ++ Fast service - food was quick to come out, server lady introduced herself clearly, and I personal love that they give you a jug of cold water with the first glass of water. Farmhouse skillet hash - great toast (seedy and oaty, and slightly sweet), good little fruit cup on the side, but the skillet itself was solid with eggs, avocado, potatoes, and cherry tomatoes that looked and tasted like sun-died tomatoes. 5/5 Classic eggs Benedict - impressively tender ciabatta with two mounds of ham, tomato, poached egg, and hollandaise on top. A choice of mixed greens and potatoes, and I opted for mixed greens with might vinaigrette dressing. 5/5 -- What's with the sticky floors? It didn't make for a great first or last impression. We'd love to stop here again. read more

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We went for Sunday brunch before soccer game. It was very crowded. If you don't like to wait make a reservation or go during a less crowded time. The food was awesome. The menu has great options and the prices are reasonable. We got the tri-athlete, ricotta lemon pancakes, and chimi chicken canga or something like that. All three were good. The chimi chicken was so delicious but not very big. The pancakes were a good size and very fluffy. The egg white omelet with the two-athlete was decent but the fresh salsa was a little disappointing. The bread was really good with the jam! read more

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Love this trendy brunch spot in downtown Charleston. Their oatmeal and muffin is my go too! I love that you have healthy options. It's the way food should be! read more

Although a chain restaurant, the offerings at First Watch are of high quality and different from the other breakfast chains, but at similar cost. My wife, grandson, and I had breakfast here, and the service was great. The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was pleasant. Seemed like a ton of the patrons were county or state politicians. There was a lot of glad handing. We were very pleased with our breakfast and the freshness of our food. We will definitely return on our next visit to Charleston. read more

Excellent food, creative menu and great service. This is a restaurant that is refreshing and definitely will stop again when in town. read more

Okay, my first bit of advice - especially on weekends - is get here early! It really fills up fast! Here are my two top choices: The Avocado Toast over wheat bread with two butter basted eggs, is just divine! The Chickychanga, which is a chicken Chimichanga wrapped and fried with sour cream and salsa , eggs, etc... just delicious!! read more

First Watch - Avocado Toast with butter-basted eggs is INSANE!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

First Watch has amazing breakfast foods! I've never been disappointed when eating here. Just be careful when trying to get breakfast on the weekends; this place is booming and the wait times can get pretty lengthy. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

Consistently awesome! I went on a Friday around noon and was seated immediately. The waiter was attentive and friendly. First Watch has renowned coffee. The Tri-Athlete is consider one of their healthier options, egg whites, full of vegetables and served with pico de gallo. The fruit is fresh and succulent. The whole grain bread comes with a mouthwatering all-natural house preserve. Overall, a wonderful experience and keeps me coming back. Love they have healthy options especially for vegetarians. Looking forward to next time! read more

First Watch - Tri-Athlete, it was amazing - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

This place was busy on Sunday morning for brunch. Try to get there before the church gets out. Service was fast and the waitress was very friendly. She was attentive even though it was busy, and our food came out pretty quick. They have a lot of options for breakfast and for lunch. Bunch of healthy options if you are into that. I've got omelette, and one thing that I didn't like was the onions. They were cooked for too long so it was slimy and it had weird sauce on them. I was not a fan but overall it was pretty great. They also have homemade jelly, which was fantastic. I would definitely come back here and do recommend this place for great brunch. P.s. I do not know if they have mimosas.. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

Had two seasonal specials: the cinnamon chip pancake breakfast and the Red Medicine juice. Delicious food and kind staff! This was exactly what I needed after multiple days in fast-food country (an hour south). On my way back to Massachusetts, I stopped in Charleston to try out First Watch. It was a much-needed culinary oasis! The cinnamon chip pancakes added a sweet kick to my morning, while the eggs and potatoes gave me just the right amount of savory to feel like I was doing my body good! The Red Medicine juice was pomegranate-forward, adding a healthy kick to the meal. Highly recommended--a great spot for food lovers traveling through! read more

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Wow, just wow. What a find! It was packed on a Sunday morning but they moved the patrons quickly and consistently. The entire restaurant was bright and cheery. I was seated quickly by a friendly staff. The menu was had outstanding choices will fresh ingredients for all the offerings. The coffee was great. A very pleasure cafe for breakfast! read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

This restaurant is our go to for a healthy meal. We love their oatmeal and muffin. Their muffins are to die for! It's a fun place to meet for brunch. Give them a try! read more

Best breakfast around! Farm stand breakfast tacos and the chickichanga. We also ordered the morning meditation fresh juice which was super refreshing. Can't wait to go back! read more

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The ! Best brunch chain in the state! Offers a variety of foods and delicious juices and coffees!!

Every time I come here, the food is phenomenal. It's always pretty busy, so that should tell you how good the food is. Fun fact: I LOVE THEIR BACON!!! read more

Another delicious meal had at First Watch! I first tried this place in Pittsburgh about a year ago and loved my experience. They have such a wide array of breakfast and brunch items that you really can't go wrong. This time I tried their smoked salmon frittata, baked with large sun dried tomato chunks, and a creamy chive drizzle on top. I also went with a side of blue berry pancakes which were large, fluffy, and amazing with their fruit topping. Note that this location has free parking for customers in a lot across the street on the weekends. read more

Went for breakfast on a Sunday morning. The placed was packed. But the wait was short. Great service. The food was awesome.

Excellent grub. High quality ingredients... fresh! These guys can cook! Will be going back when we are in Charleston. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

I went to First Watch twice while in town with my wife. We both ordered different breakfasts each time. The food is excellent! I would give it more stars if that were possible. read more

First time here. Traveling through and I rely on Yelp to try local restaurants. This pick did not disappoint!! Breakfast and lunch only. Arrived for busy Sunday lunch and was seated immediately. They also had a large designated park lot. Pictured is the roast beef sandwich with fresh fruit. Next the eggs Benedict with smoked salmon and homemade vegetable soup. All amazing!! Highly recommend. However plan ahead to make sure you are in town during their open hours. read more

First Watch - Roast beef with fresh fruit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

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Out of towner looking for some breakfast and this is where I landed. Unassuming place but well worth it for service and food. I ordered pork carnitas omelet which comes with toast and black beans and a single carrot cake pecan pancake because I wanted a pancake. That may have been a mistake bc the pancake was as big as the plate but it was delicious with a little savory and perfect sweetness. Fluffy and moist. The omelet was a great blend of flavors using fresh pico and avocado. Service was attentive and excellent with food delivery quick and hot. Coffee was pretty great too. What really sold me on this place was when a homeless gentleman walked in and tried to purchase coffee with some change and they gave it to him for free and he left the premises. Human business practices are great (and rare) to see. read more

First Watch - Pork Carnitas Omelet, black beans, toast, and carrot cake pecan pancake. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

Love this place for early morning breakfast or brunching on the weekends! Fast friendly service! read more

First Watch - Bacado with potatoes and whole grain toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia

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Breakfast tacos were great, endless coffee, excellent service! Will definitely be back! read more

First Watch - Breakfast tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Charleston, West Virginia