First Watch

3.8 (197 reviews)

ModerateBreakfast & Brunch, Cafes, American

Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Carol S.

It was after a morning doctor appointment in Chesapeake. We were hungry, not having had much time for food before leaving. I had seen so many people on Yelp who had eaten at First Watch. There was one relatively close. It was time to explore in person. The first negative I saw at the Summit Point location was people waiting in the outer lobby. Not a good sign. I wasn't familiar with the area. So I had no idea that it was next to the Family Dollar Corporate Headquarters or that Summit Pointe was a mixed use development with shops, offices and housing. That's a lot of people all looking for a lunch spot. There was a wait but we were hungry and decided to stay. A nice man, who was also waiting with us in the outer lobby, told us about a feature on their App where you could see the wait & join the list remotely. I downloaded and set up the App while we waited. When our table was ready service was quick. A coffee cup, pot and water was immediately brought to our table. I did want coffee. But it's very old school to assume everyone does. It also told me there were no specialty coffees. I smiled when I saw the FLORIDIAN FRENCH TOAST on the menu. It was billed as made with Thick-cut artisan baked challah bread with fresh banana, kiwi, seasonal berries and powdered cinnamon. There was no doubt as to what I would order. Thick cut challah bread French Toast is one of my favorite Brooklyn breakfast choices. The server asked if I wanted bacon. My response was that I really did but it didn't work with my calorie count. He pointed out that apple chicken sausage was a choice. So I ordered that on the side. When the food arrived I was extremely disappointed. The challah bread wasn't thick. It was the thickness of normal bread. It lacked the softness of a well prepared challah bread French Toast. Having ordered sugar free syrup, I asked if that was what the small container on my plate contained. She acted surprised & returned with a container of sugar free syrup in the manufacturer packing, just as if had been purchased from the grocery shelf. Now let's talk about the Apple Chicken Sausage. The two pieces came sliced very thin and were brown. I tried cutting into one. It was very tough. I didn't eat very much. The cost certainly wasn't indicative of the price I was charged. My friend ordered pancakes & bacon. Each piece of bacon was cooked differently. One was almost completely raw. Ugggg The decor was that of a chain restaurant, which I didn't know before arriving that it was. Rating is 2.5 for the food, rounding up to 3 for the cool App. There's no reason to keep the App on my phone though. I won't be returning.

Heather M.

First Watch is such a delicious breakfast spot and definitely worth checking out. There was a pretty long wait when we arrived, but the staff handled it really well--they communicated clearly, took my phone number, and kept us updated so we knew exactly when we'd be seated, which made the wait much more manageable. The food was absolutely worth it, fresh and flavorful all around. As a bonus, there was a really cool local vendor market happening next door, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable while we waited. I'll definitely be coming back.

Nicole H.

The blueberry lemon cornbread is such a delicious treat to share at the able! It's warm , flavorful, and loaded with butter. I also got the pesto chicken power bowl. It was packed with quinoa, protein and the pesto was on point. I love all of their juices. Place is nice and organized. Staff is top notch! I love First Watch!

Hitsa P.

I came here with my family and honestly this place was amazing. Even though they were super busy the restaurant was clean we were seated quickly and the customer service was excellent. My family even ordered an omelet for me since I was running late. When I asked my mom which one it was she said she forgot but it was still really good. Overall, we had a great experience and I'll definitely be coming back.

Denise H.

I saw First Watch had lemon blueberry cornbread on their menu. I never had that flavor before. The lemon was the whip on the cornbread. I ordered the protein breakfast which contain Italian sausage, mushrooms, kale, quinoa, cheese, and over easy egg. The meal was delicious. I will be back for the cornbread and trying another meal. The service was fast and the restaurant was busy. There was music. Paying for my food was a new experience, I paid on my phone, there was another option you can choose.

Myra E.

This was my first time at First Watch. My husband and I came here with two of our friends. We each enjoyed our meals and our server was friendly, attentive, and helpful. Collectively, we ordered the Market Hash dish with a side of maple bacon, pancake with a side of eggs, the Chickichanga, the Quinoa Breakfast Power Bowl, and Morning Meditation drinks. The only con of this experience is when I went to the bathroom and walked out of the bathroom. The women's bathroom had large puddles of water on the floor from one stall and it looked like there was smeared geese poop on the floor of the other stall. Then, when I walked out of the bathroom I immediately slipped and fell. There was an employee there who saw me fall and asked me if I was okay but didn't offer any assistance with helping me off the floor. As I was getting up my husband realized I had fallen and ran over to help me up and make sure I was okay. At first I thought I had slipped because of all the water on my shoes from the bathroom floor, but then my husband said the staff had just mopped the floor outside the bathroom before I fell, and there was another customer who fell by the entrance after they mopped just a few minutes before I fell. This happened as they were preparing to close, and I get that they were trying to clean up before leaving but wet floor signs being posted and prompt cleaning of puddles would have been helpful. Update: Customer care reached out to me immediately after seeing my review and arranged a call with me to apologize for the experience I had, ask if I was okay, and offered to send gift cards if I was interested in giving First Watch restaurants another try. I would try other First Watch locations, and I really appreciate the caring outreach made by the customer care team. I was sent gift cards, a First Watch cookbook, an oven mitt and a handwritten card by customer care, which was very thoughtful and speaks to the level of care and seriousness the company places on customers having a good experience with the company. I'm looking forward to trying First Watch again at other locations!

Lisa T.

We were recommended to try this place so it was a bit of a wait considering it's the day after christmas. But it's a nice place with friendly service. the coffee was very good, but i wish they had some options like lattes. anyway everyone enjoyed their meals and the portions were generous. Just a suggestion to go easier on the salt.

Marianna F.

Steel Cut Oats Breakfast is an instant classic! The oats are smooth, warm and delicious. The fruit, brown sugar and milk are perfection. The blueberry muffin is a perfect accompaniment. Love, love, love!

John P.

Our go to brunch spot. It is always busy on a weekend for brunch/breakfast for good reason. We sat at the bar to avoid waiting for a table to open up. The bartender was super friendly. Food; my favorite is the Pesto Chicken Quiona Bowl. If you like pesto it's a great brunch option. My wife gets the Works Omelette with the million dollar potatoes upgrade which is delicious. We have never been dissatisfied with any food item here. Drinks; I got Honey Caramel Iced Coffee it was sweet and delicious. My wife got the pomegranate sunrise which was a perfect brunch drink. The ambiance is wonderful. The restaurant is clean and the staff are all super friendly. You won't be disappointed with anything here. I would recommend this place for anyone looking for an excellent breakfast/brunch spot.

Stephanie S.

Our server Ashley was great! She was quick and efficient with a warm smile. Our food was ordered and arrived timely. I had the double bacon Parmesan hash...it was delish!! It's the perfect mix of bacon, eggs, home fries, and veggies (onions, spinach, and arugula). I really hope they add it to the regular menu. I added a side of chicken sausage patties to increase my protein intake. I also had a Purple Haze, which is my new favorite drink! They have a bar area plus some booths and tables. I like the variety of seating. There's also outdoor seating available for warmer days. It's in the Summit Pointe complex near the Dollar Tree headquarters. Check it out!!

Cindi W.

Came for brunch after church.Thankful I got on the waitlist so once we arrived we didn't have that long of a wait, it was packed in there!!. Our server was very friendly. I got the morning meditation juice and the healthy turkey omelette and cheese grits. The omelette was really good. I wasn't sure if I'd like the tomatoes in it, but it was good. The juice was cute and tasty. Another great meal.

Liz R.

Visiting a friend in Chesapeake and we decided to grab breakfast at First Watch before hitting the road back home. Our server brought the energy the entire time and was extremely attentive throughout our visit. They featured lemon blueberry cornbread on their summer menu (& on table toppers and their chalkboard) but when we ordered it we were told they weren't able to prepare it due to a shortage of ingredients from their suppliers :( BUMMER! However they did have the Shishito Pepper Hash which I ordered and absolutely loved! The potato hash itself was a flavor explosion and the pickled red onion, charred shishito peppers and brisket amplified things making the dish a true winner! The side of chicken sausage looked great however was just ok (I only ate 1/2 a patty). Overall it was a good breakfast and we arrived a little after 9am and did not have a wait, although when we were leaving there was a bit of a wait....but the restaurant provides free coffee while you're waiting which is a nice touch. Oh and there's ample parking as well.

Victoryia G.

I always enjoy this restaurant, I wish they had "chicken fried steak" on the menu. I ordered a delicious omelette and a lavender tea it was so delicious and kind of tasted like lemonade! I'm glad I tried something new. The bread is my favorite it's so thick and fluffy ! The consistency of the grits is super thick, which is different for me but I like it because it's filling. Everything in the omelette complimented each other down to the onions, mushrooms and sausage! Oh and I got a side of biscuits and gravy, they were so fluffy and fresh the gravy was thick and creamy and the serving is large! It was hot out, the wonderful waitress was nice enough to bring my dog water! We sat outside; the outdoor area was clean and the tables were "thoughtfully" spread apart, the ceiling fans helped with the heat! Friendly service, great food... next time we'll probably eat inside.

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C F.

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3 years ago

Terrific breakfast spot in the newly developed area near Dollar Tree headquarters. The staff is super friendly and attentive. The food is excellent with a variety to suit everyone. The million dollar bacon is worth the splurge! The pancakes are superb. Everything arrived hot and delicious! Easy parking, we had a minimal wait going early but after 0830 expect to wait some. This has become our go-to breakfast place in Chesapeake! read more

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D. S.

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4 years ago

I have been to the First Watch in Virginia Beach. This is my 1st time coming to this location. It's location is in a new and upcoming area. Service was great. It is during the week and we were seated fast. The food and drinks were great. On the list as new family spot. read more

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Tina B.

4 years ago

Good, service and decor was awesome. Party of four and we all loved every entree. Drinks were delicious. We will definitely be back. read more

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Amiga A.

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3 years ago

Amo la comida le doy la excelencia de lo esquí sito que es y sus jugos naturales Rico y son saludables

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Jelina C.

3 years ago

Came here ina busy Saturday and was pleased with how quickly we were seated and served. Friendly staff and cute breakfast spot. We were able to order a drink to go which was nice. 10/10 will be coming her again! read more

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Wendy G.

4 years ago

New restaurant in the neighborhood and had to try. Friendly and great customer service. Menu had a lot to choose from. Seems a bit pricey but in all the food was great. Will come back. Very clean, great atmosphere. read more

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Jim A.

4 years ago

Had brunch today. All I can say is YUM. Everything we had was delicious. Cheesy grits could use a lil salt but hey to each his own. Food was outstanding, reasonably priced, service was spot on, friendly atmosphere. We had the Farm stand breakfast tacos with cheesy grits and million dollar bacon and BLT Eggs Benedict. Go try this place out in Chesapeake VA. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Alma J.

2 years ago

The service was five star treatment! My server's name was Rome and he was excellent. The food was delicious. The waffle was the best tasting waffle I ever had and the grits were very cheesy! Rome had great customer service and I appreciate his help. I will definitely be back for more! read more

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Elaine P.

3 years ago

Amazing seasonal menu! Best Lemon Ricotta pancakes ever! Great for lunch as well as breakfast. read more

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Jennifer W.

4 years ago

So happy Chesapeake has a First Watch! We attended the Friends & Family event on Sunday 2/6 and can't wait to come back for more yummy food and a great overall experience! Very cute decor inside and love the bar seating. read more

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Riley B.

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4 years ago

Nice location, food is excellent, and wait staff are friendly and attentive. Plenty of parking available.

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Adina M.

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4 years ago

My favorite breakfast place when it comes to chain restaurants definitely do call-ahead seating in the weekends b/c there is always a line. We've yet to try something that we didn't like. And their coffee = read more

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Joseph F.

2 years ago

I've had it up to here with this establishment!!!! Every time I come here it is some bulls*** me and my wife are just trying to enjoy a lovely breakfast on our day off and the staff can't even full cook the potatoes, they were completely raw and cold. As well as if that wasn't bad enough our server JENNIFER didn't come to check up on us until our food was completely cold and or already ate. Meanwhile the table next to us got checked up on numerous amount of times. I didn't feel prioritized not one bit I will not be showing my face in first watch pinnacle Dr ever again!!!! read more

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Angela C.

3 years ago

BRUNCHERS BEWARE!!! Me and the girlfriends were SO excited to go to First Watch for brunch to check out the new thing in town. We were told the wait was going to be 45 minutes at most and we did a little Target shopping before to pass the time. We came back to First Watch after 30 minutes and we ended up waiting an hour and 15 minutes for a table. I'm not one to complain but 30 minutes over the expected time? That's a bit of an underestimation. We got there and had to wait another 15-20 minutes just for drinks. That is where the problems began for me and my girls. The cups we received were really dirty! One of my girlfriends had a lipstick stain on her cup (not hers) and another had dirt ON THE INSIDE of her cup! The water cups were also not clean. Over an hour later, we received our food. It was all pretty mediocre; we could've received better food at IHop. The seasoned potatoes were almost raw and the carrot cake pancake was filled with raisins (not listed on the menu). There was little PLASTIC pieces under my bacon. To put the icing on top of our First Watch disaster, there was a piece of hair under the butter on one of the pancakes. The management was nice and comped the bacon and pancakes, but this shouldn't happen if we have waited this long for food! read more

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Sharon S.

4 years ago

The food is always great but the average wait time for me has always been 30-45 minutes so join the waitlist ahead of time. read more

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Lee S.

4 years ago

First watch has always been a favorite restaurant of mine since first being introduced to them 5 years ago in Texas. The environment within the building is very chic and modern, typical of first watch, The server was very attentive and personable. The only thing I would suggest is a new front cashier or more training for her because the woman up front was definitely scattered Brained , Ill prepared , and rude. She wasn't giving receipts to customers that wanted it then fussed if you asked for one. Also when asked if we could get a bag as we order multiple meals and had a lot of left overs she huffed and said no because she, and I quote, " I don't feel like walking to the back to get more, I'm busy bye" I definitely will try again as this location is closer than the VA Beach location however I hope to never encounter her again. read more

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Maria T.

3 years ago

Definitely make reservations prior to. It gets really busy on the weekends. The coffee is amazing and so is the food! read more

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Mansi B.

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4 years ago

We had such a good time here for brunch! The ambiance was fun, the seasonal menu looked so good, although we ended up getting the elevated egg sandwich! It was so yummy, and they made it without bacon for us, which was great for us vegetarians who eat eggs! The service was prompt, and will definitely be back to try some of the pancakes that looked amazing! read more

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Terry G.

4 years ago

Great food light and filled me up had a drink that server recommended and would go again read more

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A C.

3 years ago

These hours 12;30 thru 1:30 are not a good time due to the service (suffered unacceptably. ) great breakfast spot. I take that back just got a wimpy Belgian waffle...at this point this place sucks. read more

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Terri T.

2 years ago

Amazing Food and service! I have been back several times. Love the portions of food as well.

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Lisa L.

2 years ago

Walked in. Got seated quickly. Waited for someone to take our order for about 15 minutes-- long enough for them to clean off the tabled on either side of us, seat another couple and watch them get their order taken. Seriously? Won't be back! I recommend Judy's Sechuan down the street. read more

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Meghann P.

4 years ago

We've been wanting to try this place since it's rare to have some hipster spot in this area and alas, we have! Sadly overly underwhelmed by this place. Ordered the Barbacoa breakfast burrito and hubby got the pork green chile hash. Came out looking so good but as I start dismantling it with my knife and fork, it was just potatoes after potatoes on top of potatoes and then there was a tiny ass barbacoa meat along side scrambled eggs that was a "one bite and done" size. So then I went to try my husband's food instead and his was ok but also all freakin potatoes and a little bit of meat. WHO WANTS LITTLE MEAT???! My husband asked me what's my favorite part of the meal and I told him the damn Cholula hot sauce and maybe the avocado/guacamole on top. Our waitress was nice. She asked if we wanted to get them recooked but we were on a schedule and on a time crunch so we didn't, otherwise, it would've been a yes. So while curiosity about this place didn't kill this kitty, I don't think we'll be bringing our little spawns here. Bakers Crust still reigns supreme in this area..., maybe until we try Metro Diner (hopeful). End rant! read more

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Charles A.

4 years ago

The service was less than desirable we got seated really fast which was a great thing by we didn't see a waitress or waiter for 15 to 20 minutes so we just decided to leave and choose to not return anymore. read more

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Alexis M.

3 years ago

If you live here or are in the area, this is a MUST try! It's our new regular spot after todays breakfast! Everything is so beautifully put together and so flavorful. Cooked to perfection! The staff was just as amazing as the food! read more

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Danielle M.

4 years ago

Awesome menu and awesome service. I'm obsessed with the lavender lemonade. Great choices for people who have a variety of dietary needs.

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J M.

120

3 years ago

Came with family a while ago. Extremely busy so I had a feeling it'd be good. While the atmosphere is kind of loud and chaotic, the food was excellent. I had the smoked salmon and veggie frittata and was very pleased with it. I'd certainly come back! read more

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Samantha G.

4 years ago

The place was nice , service was ok , once my food came notice fries were so burn and salty, I ask for a chickichanga and it was completely overfilled with onions. Will definitely not be going back. read more

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Haley S.

2 years ago

Think twice before ordering to-go. We normally have a great experience dining inside. Today, we ordered our meals to-go and came home to find the gravy missing from the biscuits and gravy meal, the fruit missing from our daughter's kid's meal, no utensils or napkins. When I called the store to inform them of our missing food items, I was treated poorly by the server who told me my only option was to drive all the way back to the store now or call the corporate line Monday through Friday. I asked to speak to a manager, and she told me no manager was available until after 2pm. I asked for her name and to speak to a manager again, and it was only then when she sought a manager's assistance. The manager, Kim, was equally as helpful. She did not offer to make it right or give us a gift card for their mistake. Again, I was told to either drive all the way back for a cup of gravy and fruit or call corporate on Monday. Customer service isn't what it used to be. read more

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Janice L.

4 years ago

I enjoyed it more than once! The Morning Meditation and the Kale and Apple Tonic and the Million Dollar Bacon I get every time! They give you huge pancakes! read more

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Caden K.

3 years ago

Well it's not too bad. Purple haze drink is very tasty but besides that all of the food is pretty mediocre. Avocado toast is ok, million dollar bacon is ok, the sandwiches are nothing interesting. Not the ideal breakfast read more

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John M.

141

4 years ago

Really good spot. Food is well presented and flavorful. Service is pleasant and reasonable, and the decor is pretty nice too. A bit loud (could use some acoustic treatments to reduce the boomy echos), but otherwise a great spot for a quick bite. read more

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Michael K.

4 years ago

Good food but a little pricy and not much standards. Might go again and try something different. Friendly staff.

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Denise B.

4 years ago

Sooo good grand opening friendly staff! Went to the grand opening so pretty inside. The atmosphere was so calming could've even really tell it was the first day. Presentation was beautiful read more

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A. M.

4 years ago

Post-pandemic quality is almost nonexistent in restaurants, but this was the worst "traditional" breakfast imaginable -- cold, underprepared and almost inedible at an inflated price with poor service. Won't ever return to this location! read more

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Tim M.

4 years ago

The food at first watch is ok, but the service at this one in Chesapeake truly sucks. It is the slowest, most non-attentive service I have ever had at first watch. read more

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Vernon P.

3 years ago

Food was amazing and our server gave us Five Star service, food came out quickly; We will be back!!!!

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Paola S.

3 years ago

My son loves the million dollar bacon! We leave full every time we dine here and the food and service is amazing!! Shannon is always a pleasure!! Atmosphere is great! read more

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Gabriella R.

4 years ago

I called the store to ask for a real wait time since the on line wait list stated it was a 1-2 hour wait.( that's what is says every weekend I check since the new store opened) the girl on the phone process to tell me that she is not a hostess and does not know what the wait time is and I'll just have to wait to see when I get there! I then asked her if she could go check and she processed to tell me no, i can't check im not a hostess. I understand people get busy and there are things that can't be done, so then don't answer the phone if you don't have time. I don't like going to restaurants that don't have basic manners over the phone. It's sad that we have to drive 30 mins to the next location for better service. read more

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Rosana V.

3 years ago

Good food and service. Nice ambiance too! Different selections for breakfast or brunch. Coffee, teas and different juices and mixed drinks too! Drop by and try it for your next brunch with your friends or family. read more

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1400 Pinnacle Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23320
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(757) 401-4617
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Hours

What time does First Watch open?

First Watch opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does First Watch close?

First Watch closes at 2:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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Does First Watch take credit cards?

Yes, First Watch takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does First Watch have a drive thru?

No, First Watch does not have a drive thru.

Does First Watch serve alcohol?

Yes, First Watch serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does First Watch allow dogs?

Yes, First Watch allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does First Watch have outdoor seating?

Yes, First Watch has outdoor seating options.

Does First Watch have parking?

Yes, First Watch has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is First Watch wheelchair accessible?

Yes, First Watch is wheelchair accessible.

Does First Watch have free WiFi?

Yes, First Watch has free WiFi.

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First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch and lunch spot, serving a chef-driven menu of elevated classics and seasonal specialties, always made to order using the freshest ingredients. We greet the sunrise by slicing and juicing fresh fruits and vegetables, whipping French toast batter from scratch and brewing pots of our single-origin Project Sunrise coffee. Freshness is never comprised, which is why we welcome each season into our menu with ingredients and flavors inspired by the position of the sun. All year long, you can enjoy craveable favorites like Avocado Toast for breakfast, Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict for brunch and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes for lunch. Whether you start at the crack of dawn or not, we'll leave that up to you!

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This was my first time at project seed, Coffee... Took my son here for his birthday as he loves…read moregood coffee as much as I do. But to add to everything, it was such a great experience because of their unique Filipino sweet bread with the ABU yeah that they put in all their baked goods and even their coffee! It's a great place for your "average" Coffee... And an even greater place for something unique, refreshing, and totally different in the best way! I highly recommend them and everyone working there was totally pleasant and made our coffee's perfect! Ambience was great as well very clean totally loved. It will come back again and tell all our friends about it!

This was my first time visiting Project Seed Coffee while visiting my sister in Virginia, and she…read morerecommended I check it out. I stopped by for coffee and pastries and admired the atmosphere and cultural touches throughout the shop. I came early in the morning, and you could already smell the fresh pastries and the aroma of the coffee as soon as you walked in. DRINK REVIEW Buko Pandan Latte - 4/5 Ube Velvet Latte - 4/5 Sakura (seasonal flavor) with Strawberry Foam - 5/5 I originally got this for my sister, but it ended up being my favorite. PASTRIES Pepperoni Bread - 3.5/5 - Decent. Pandesal with Spam, Egg & Cheese - 3/5 My least favorite, but still decent and kid-friendly. Ube Pandesal with Cream Cheese Filling - 4/5 My favorite pastry of the bunch. Biscoff Ensaymada - 3/5 A bit dense, but the Biscoff butter icing was good. The flavors overall were good, though I personally would've liked the coffee to be a bit stronger. The Sakura Latte definitely stood out the most for me. Overall, this is a solid Filipino coffee shop in VA Beach that's worth checking out if you're in the area.

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Spa Ube Spanish Bread and iced latte toasted black sesame

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Sun Flour Cafe

4.5(24 reviews)

2.2 mi

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I stole by this new gluten free bakery today. They have a nice selection of gluten free baked goods…read moreavailable for just about every taste.

I popped in here to grab some goodies for a friend who is GF. Donna is super friendly and a fellow…read morePittsburgher, so we shot the breeze and reminisced of our upbringings in Steel City. On to the baked goods, wow! I went away with a strawberry hand pie, 2 orange cranberry scones, a cinnamon scone and 2 cinnamon bun coffee cakes. I'm not even GF and the baked goods I tried were absolutely delicious! The scone was even warm, which was a total game changer. Give Donna's place some love! You won't regret it! She offers a military discount as well.

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Island Cafe

4.8(16 reviews)

1.0 mi

The island cafe is located off Battlefield Blvd behind the Home Depot in Chesapeake. The…read morerestaurant itself is a small cafe located inside a corporate building. The people were friendly and helpful. I ordered the egg, turkey, and cheese croissant. It was fresh and tasted homemade. It was the right touch of wholesome deliciousness. I sampled some coffees and they were good.

I came here on a whim because i was hungry and in between shopping stores. It was amazing. Its in…read morean office building which im jealous i would love to have this cute delicious cafe in my office building. Anyway 10 out of 10 recommend to anyone. The staff was so nice too

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The Coffee Shoppe

4.2(173 reviews)

5.7 mi

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First time I've heard about this place & I decided to give it a try. Placed an order for a generals…read morebreakfast bowl...WOOOW 10/10 I must say. This was packed with flavor and great portion for the price. Friendly staff as well I definitely will be back asap! 2nd stop by here on Friday 2/27, went with a Mediterranean wrap definitely another 10/10 I will make this one of my regulars I have to try most of the menu

The peanut butter latte was amazing and well made. The blueberry muffin however was tasteless and a…read morelittle burnt. The coffee cake tasted store bought. The ambience was rustic but the tables were a little sorry and the floors needed to be swept. I would however go back for another latte...to go.

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Strawberry & Peach Smoothie

Cafe Genevieve

4.3(47 reviews)

6.2 mi

The ambience of this café is awesome, love the use of an old house. Customer service was amazing…read more The coffee was great. Will be back to try their sandwiches. The macaroons were so good.

I went here with a group of friends for a much needed get-together. We had been catching up both…read morevirtually and over the phone but it had been a while since we saw each other in person. We were able to use the back room in the cafe that had a large table and provided a cozy setting with lots of natural light coming through the windows and cute macaroon-shaped pillows on the chairs. We had hibiscus tea and peach tea for the table to share. The peach tea was everyone's favorite, it didn't even need any added sugar. It was served in cute pastel teapots, though one of the teapots had a chip at the spout which made me a little nervous. We also had macaroons made in-house for the table. I can't remember if I asked the staff if any of the macaroons were dairy free, but I asked my friends at the table and was told there was dairy in them. I later asked the staff if there was any food they offered that was dairy-free and they showed me their pastry counter but ultimately determined that everything offered had dairy, so all I had while at the café was the tea. The ladies I was with loved the macaroons. I wish I could have had some. I recommend at least 1-2 food options be added in the café for folks who have a dairy allergy. Café Genevieve provides a nice atmosphere for tea with a unique setting -- in a 1734 house that is decked out with Parisian decor. It's not the most private setting -- it got pretty noisy during our time there and there were a few interruptions to our conversation. We should have asked if we could have closed the door, because that definitely would have helped with noise and privacy. Overall, the customer service was great and the tea was really good! If you want to meet here for a private event, conversation, or just want some peace and quiet, that back room with the door closed could provide it. It's a nice café to check out.

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Town Center Cold Pressed - Virginia Beach

3.9(292 reviews)

7.8 mi

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I don't usually leave reviews but I had to shout out Willow at Town Center Cold Pressed!! Me and My…read moregirlfriends went in and she was sooo sweet and talkative, just the best energy. That young woman really made us feel welcome, not like other places where they barely even talk to you. She recommended the coffee muffin with a hot caramel latte and omg... literally the best combo ever. You can tell she actually cares about people + that warm positive energy YES PLEASE ! need more customer service like that in this world! We left in such a good mood and will 100% be coming back!! Thank you @towncentercoldpressed

How have I lived right near Town Center without checking this place out? We loved it! Came as a…read moregroup of 5 and everyone enjoyed this orders. The bowls are good, sandwiches were fresh and flavorful and all of our coffee orders were delicious. There is some seating, but it gets busy fast. It will definitely be a place I come to work if I can snag a table. Love their version of the smoked salmon bagel, which has crispy nori! They also have great latte specials each month.

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Baked goods and their ground coffee on display

Acai Smoothie Bowl

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Berry Blast Smoothie

Kitty Kingdom Cat Cafe

4.2(24 reviews)

4.0 mi

We have visited the Kitty Kingdom Cat Cafe a couple times and for the price of entry you'd think…read morethey'd make sure things were in better condition. Mainly the smell. I don't know how others can do it but the smell is just too strong to even consider anything from the cafe. Now, there are two rooms. A Kittens room and adult cat room. Usually the kittens room is the most crowded, but sometimes it can be the opposite depending on the day I feel like. When the rooms are too full it does take the fun out of the visit since you are less likely to be able to play with the cat you like. A true negative which isn't due to the facility itself but maybe lack of attention from the employees is sometimes there are parents who allow their kids to run wild and do as they please with the animals. The cats are adorable and up for adoption, great concept to make money while helping out the animals at the same time. Overall I believe the Kitty Kingdom Cafe is a cute spot to go hang out, especially on a rainy day but not somewhere I'd go on a regular basis.

Great friendly service with a great mission. Our kids had so much fun there an a great indoor…read moreactivity.

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Lizard Cafe

4.3(85 reviews)

6.1 mi

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I adored this concept and found it well executed. This bookshop cafe makes for a comfortable and…read morecozy lunch. The staff is very inviting and this is definitely a bookworm's dream! The cafe menu offers a nice variety of soups, salads and sandwiches to accompany a good read or fuel a work session. The cafe seemed busy late afternoon but we were quickly accommodated. Whether or not you are looking to set up shop for an afternoon or grab a quick lunch, you'll leave satisfied.

I thought I had posted a review but I have not. We had a great Team lunch here. Quick services,…read moregood food and the ambiance was wonderful. The cutest book store. I had to purchase a couple of books and some note cards before I left. I found on the street parking as well. This place is truly a hidden local gem! Don't just take my word try it for yourself.

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Quinoa salad

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Lots of choices!

Mesob Cafe

4.5(229 reviews)

5.8 mi

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I love mesob!! The restaurant is a little small but I don't care because the food makes up for it…read more Everything is amazing and I'm surprised more people don't know about this place. The coffee is also amazing too. Staff is super kind and the food is always fresh. I leave super full and happy.

5/2026 I came back and again, easy ordering over the phone. They no longer have Doro wat except…read morefor catering. They graciously made me something similar. I got the lentils and peas as side items. The injera was great. I felt the sides were a little under cooked, but the flavors were good. I had enough injera left over to make my own Doro wat.

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Ethiopian coffee and shai tea

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Zamboni’s

5.0(1 review)

0.6 mi

Very family atmosphere, great food, and the fries a land chicken tenders are a snapshot 10/10! And…read morethere's always hockey on

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Matt W.

4 years ago

watch out for the shady business they run. the dishes are never cleaned thoroughly or properly. I worked here for a month & seen how poorly they operate management wise. sneaky conniving managers that will take money out your paycheck & make it seem like you didn't work the days you were actually scheduled & working (which is more than stealing). The manager Douglas has prejudice ways of thinking. this place overall is just a mess fr the management staff doesn't know how to run the store until the big wig comes in (Bryan) that's when they do the half assness. I hope whoever works at read more

Jose V.

106

4 years ago

Service is SLOW! 2 hrs to get an avocado toast and 2 plates with eggs! Managers should improve kitchen personal specially on weekends mornings when you know there is more people. Food 6 out of 10 Service 4 o out of 10 Speed 0 out or 10 read more

Gwen V.