Horrible experience. Long time customer and will not be returning. This past Tuesday 5/11 called ahead to see how long is seating availalbe and was told we could arrive anytime up until 2:30. Arrived at 2:15 said we had to order in a hurry kitchen closed in 7 minutes....ordered, food was burned said the kitchen was already closed. Waitress super rude said she was tired and had a long day. At 3:30 was asked to leave by the manager because they had closed an hour ago. Maybe if you want to leave by 2:30 stop seating at 1:30 would be my suggestion. Told the waitress how sorry we were I was catching up with a friend and talking and gave her a 20$ tip on an 30$ bill and pointed that out and she again said she just really wanted to go home. FYI, if someone gives you a huge tip, maybe say "Thank you". Again, will not be returning. The mgmt and staff should maybe learn some manners. read more

Fresh food; attentive employees! Love the freshness! Husband loves the Avocado Toast! Speaking of Toast, love the thick whole grain toast!

I love everything I order here! Healthy never tasted sooooo good. Love their French toast and recently had a blue crab omelet and the crab wasn't from a can. There's usually a wait on the weekends, but it isn't too bad and always worth it. read more

We love First Watch and the food is always great with great service. However, I do think it is a bit overpriced. I don't think a regular portioned breakfast and coffee for 2 should be 35-40$, but who am I? Like I said, it doesn't stop us from frequenting once or twice a month, just something to think about! P.S.The banana granola pancakes are AMAZING!! read more

Kinda pricey, but exceptionally good healthy breakfast, excellent service n very good coffee. This is one of my daughter's fav breakfast places, so yes we'll return in the near future. read more

I've been here many times and have not been disappointed! Staff is always friendly and quick. Leslie is our favorite server at the Fairlawn location. She always makes sure to give us an easy and positive experience. I've tried something different each time I've gone and my meal is delicious every time. Big fan of their salads, breakfast skillets and fresh juices. Definitely worth the price! read more

This is my FAVORITE breakfast place at home! It makes coming home from college so much more enjoyable! This is my friends and I's go-to morning hangout place. It's so cozy and friendly! They hire the best staff, who are always working hard and trying to make your experience as enjoyable as possible. Their coffee is to die for! I like it better than Starbucks or Dunkin. A few of my favorite dishes are: Elevated Egg Sandwich, Steel Cut Oatmeal, Avocado Toast, and Cinnamon Roll Waffle. These pictures are all from different experiences, but needless to say, I'm here often! read more

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Always good for breakfast & brunch. This location ALWAYS gets packed fast so get there early if you don't mind waiting. The food is well worth the wait though. They have seasonal cold pressed juices that change on the menu which are fantastic. Along with the juice, they also have seasonal food items on the menu & I always try to order them all within the season & they always come out good. If you're with a larger group be prepared for longer wait times for there is no call ahead seating available. The servers are friendly & always do a good job so I highly recommend this place as a go to brunch spot for post weekend activities. read more

So I just got done with breakfast there, and I tried to eat the sausage gravy and biscuit meal, one of my personal favorites. It is served with hashbrowns, and your choice of two eggs, I preferred fried with the yokes still intact. It looked good when I got the meal but it tasted horrible. The gravy was a mix of what is clearly a store-bought mix that was a brown-grey. It is not hard to make gravy from scratch, the sausage that was supposed to be with the meal was almost nonexistent, the hashbrowns were burned with what I assume where supposed to be carmalized onions. By far the worst offender was the egg, it was a flat mess that made it seem they used an egg mix instead of fresh egg. This place was the worst I have ever had breakfast at and I have been to a few places that are doozies. Not even someone like Gordan Ramsey can save this place. read more

I was a little disappointed when I got my veggie omelette to go and there was toast included in the container without anything being said to me. I specifically asked if my salad came with croutons because I was gluten intolerant. Their were breadcrumbs on my omelette due to the fact that the bread was put in there with it. I think this omelette would be better if it had fresh tomatoes in it instead of dried processed tomatoes. I was disappointed with my side of guacamole that I asked for and paid extra for. As it was not guacamole. It was merely avocado smashed up and put into a small container there were no onions or cilantro or anything added to it in order to call it guacamole. I had already gotten in to my car before I realized there was toast in with my eggs so I opted to eat it, hopefully I don't get a stomachache from it. The omelette was tasty. This is a decent place to get a meal but I feel it's more like a fast food joint versus a local fresh cooked from scratch type of restaurant. read more

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Only open till 2:30 so even though they serve some sandwiches they close early. Hey some people even like breakfast for dinner! Everything was ripe and fresh when served. Lots of healthy choices too! Portions were not small at all. I asked for egg white only on my breakfast sandwich and it was no problem or upcharge. The line looked long when we arrived after a late church service. But they text you when a table is ready. We were told 15-20 minutes and that is about how long we waited. We will be back! I think I'll treat myself to lemon pancakes next. read more

Love this First Watch location! Staff is kind, attentive and happy to see you. Food is delicious and menus are fitting for all diets and preferences. Grab a coffee to go on your way out! And if you need a suggestion on what to order? Breakfast tacos for life - trust me. read more

This place is way over rated. We have tried this place a few times and I don't feel I ever get my moneys worth. The million dollar bacon is cold. I'm not sure if that's how its supposed to be, maybe it is. The breakfasts are small and unimpressive. The juice drink we got just tasted like lemonade. read more

Amazing food!!! So fresh, and has a cute farmhouse style vibe. Their iced coffee is amazing! If you go on a Sunday give yourself time to wait in line because they are always busy because the food is so good! read more

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We go here for breakfast or brunch at least once a week and have great service every time. Even when they are busy, the staff keeps a great attitude and is consistent in providing us with excellent service. Love the food too of course. One of my favorites is the oatmeal. read more

Went here for breakfast with my boyfriend this morning and it was also our first time here! I was very impressed with the food, everything tasted fresh. I got the BLT benedict with avocado and my eggs were poached perfectly, which is hard to get at restaurants usually. My only suggestion would be to sub out the mixed greens for breakfast potatos which I wish the server would of suggested or asked but service was good! My boyfriend got the breakfast tacos and subbed out the beans for potatos and his was very good, the chicken had good flavor and the pico was delicious! Not to mention the potatos are well flavored and one of my favorite parts. We will definitely be back! read more

I got the fresh squeezed orange juice and The Works omelette with seasoned potatoes and toast. Everything was fresh and tasted great! I definitely recommend this place! read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

I still stand behind my review of this and the Fairlawn location.... Portions are small... my daughter brought me a Eggs Florentine for lunch. If i weren't so hungry, i would have taken a pic... The eggs were barely the size of a silver dollar!!! I know. I know....freerange, organic...blah blah.... For $12... this prob had a food cost of $1.50 maximum............spinach, 2 slices of tomato, 1/3 of a half an avocado....hollandaise... I wont go back...i know what theyre pulling here... no thank you. You all keep paying the high prices...im done. read more

Excellent food and service. Eggs, waffles, pancakes, sandwiches, soups, salads, and many other tasty choices for you to pick. Always busy so don't forget to join the wait-list online. read more

Love it!Always excellent food and worth the wait! Good service too! Me and my girlfriend eat here every weekend!

Wanted to try something new. This place is good on so many levels. It's definitely got the trendy healthy options if that's what you're looking for. Avocado toast was something I saw being served at least three or four times while I was there. Didn't order it but it looked great. I had the market veggie sandwich - wow! So much flavor. Hubby tried a fresh squeezed juice. Very tasty and fresh! They do have some traditional meat and potato options as well as pancakes and waffles. The decor is light and airy - and the seating is comfortable. (Oh and I noticed the table was reclaimed wood - USA made - nice touch) My husband remarked that everything had depth of flavor - seems like they really care about their recipes and flavor. And my two year old smashed his entire chocolate chip pancake plus his bacon! We will definitely be back! I wanted to try everything on the menu! read more

I had heard good things and I was excited once I saw the menu! We ordered way too much food including the avo toast and eggs, a waffle, elote corn hash and a veggie bowl. The food was good, but our server didn't listen very well to a couple of substitutions/omissions and the mistakes weren't fixed. I would definitely come again because the quality of the food was great but I'm a little leery about the service now read more

My friends and I love coming to first watch! The food and drinks are excellent! We always try to get Alyssa when we come in! She's extremely attentive and very nice! She's part of the reason why we like coming back! She's great at her job and it shows by how happy her customers are when they leave! Keep up the great work! read more

No rating today due to being told at 1:30 the kitchen wait was 35 minutes? Really? What need to all get home to watch the Browns game? What business model is this? Don't worry we left. read more

There food is good here. The place is clean. Has good chill and eat vibes. All in all, it's a great place but a little pricey for breakfast foods that can me made just as good at home yourself if you have the time ingredients and patience. read more

I would leave 0 stars if I could. The hostess was not transparent about the waiting situation. We checked in and were given an hour time frame for a wait. When :75 min went by and we saw people walking in and getting seated we decided to check back in. It wasn't till then that we found of that if someone checks in online they get priority. So people that aren't even there get priority over the customers who showed up and are physically there, waiting. I was frustrated to find out that people who checked in on the app AFTER I checked in in-person would get priority over me. A little backwards if you ask me. Glad I wasted my time. read more

All time favorite place for breakfast. I love how they give you a whole pitcher of water and coffee for the table. I've enjoyed everything I've tried so far; elevated egg sandwich, farmhouse skillet, bacado omlete (boyfriends favorite), inspired Italian omlete, and, my personal favorite, the BLT eggs benedict. I like to get something new every time I go and have yet to be disappointed! The Yelp app is also helpful to see how busy they might be (weekends can have a long wait) and get yourself on the waitlist before you get there for a shorter wait ! I prefer the Portage crossing location to the Fairlawn, it's much larger. read more

First Watch - BLT eggs benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

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I love their avocado toast with fresh avocados, hints of fresh lemon, and good quality bread. You can't go wrong with any of their juices either. This place has been my go to spot for breakfast for years. Always a five start experience from food to service. read more

I was so impressed with everything at this First Watch, from the friendly service, to the healthy food. We ordered Omelets and they were superior. Whole wheat toast was served with the meal. Arugula was served on the side for one meal, potatoes on the other. No salt on the potatoes was an excellent move. High ceilings and windows gave this haunt a bright and airy feel. I love the coffee too! This is my favorite new breakfast spot. read more

Adorable atmosphere. Large menu! The traditional and trifecta are my favorite thing to order for breakfast ! Even with a wait they turn tables quick. Awesome service ! read more

Usually food is delicious. Million dollar bacon and street tacos are my favorites. The service, however, is hit or miss.

Having seen this neighborhood go through a major transition over the years. There's no denying that this is a great addition to the area. I popped in for a late lunch with my family one day and the service was outstanding, despite the restaurant being rather busy. The food is absolutely amazing and it has a very rustic, homestyle feel to it. The menu just feels more comforting than a lot of other places nearby. There's a lot of care put into the preparation of the food and it's a difference you can taste. Plus, with so many "fast casual" options nearby, it's nice to have a slower-paced restaurant you can sit down and have a conversation at. I know my parents have become a big fan of this spot and it's easy to see why. It reminds me a lot of Bob Evans... but with a lot more care and quality put into what you're being served. There's just a lot to love about this place and I'm glad it's come to the neighborhood. The only thing knocking them down a star is the tea selection. I was a bit disappointed to find they only have caffeine-free teas--at least that's the selection I received anyway. Especially if I pop in for breakfast, I'm going to want some sweet, sweet caffeine. read more

We go here every few weeks. Always a wait 20 minutes avg before getting a table. We love the food and atmosphere. Decorated so cool. Good hot food. Great choices. Healthy picks of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables. Love the healthy drinks. It's loud which bothers some people but it's an active and bustling place. I highly recommend it. Take your out of town guest and they'll definitely be impressed. read more

First Watch - the chalkboard at the front of the restaurant is fun and informative. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

Seriously one of the best places to eat breakfast. If you are a meat and potato kind of person though I would suggest a different place. This chain is more of a hipster place with only organic/healthy food that is on the pricey side. I love that kind of food, so I can't get enough of the place. Not for everyone but again, the food is amazing regardless! read more

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My hubby and I went in for the first time and had lunch today and are loving this new option. The food and drinks were fresh and delicious! I had the kale, Fuji Apple, cucumber, and lemon drink and boy was it a pleasant surprise to love it so much that I will make this a regular energy drink for me when working. The sandwich was perfectly yummy and my butternut squash would have been if there would not have been sour cream and onion in it. Hubby had pumpkin spice pancake and we both fell in love with it!!!!! This place deserves a high rating on food!!!!! The people were friendly and the food did take longer than my lunch allows but we will just order ahead of time and be seated to eat and back to work on time in the future. You must try this place. The 2 sided menu offers a lot and it's healthy. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

It is restaurants that like this that make me cook at home and enjoy it. No bad attitude, no feelings of aggitation on my part, hot food and at 25% of the cost or less. What is not to like? Problem (or not depending on how you look at) it has made me cook more and more and eat out less and less. read more

My Husband and I love this place! There's almost always a wait but it's worth it. We now get our meals to go because it's pretty loud inside which makes it hard for conversation. All the staff is wicked nice, the food is great with a fun selection, and the coffee is on point read more

Great food, love being able to join the waiting list online. Only thing is I wish they had Frank's Red hot instead of Cholula.

Lots of really good healthy food and great service too much good stuff to even comment on. Really worth a Visit. On busy times you may have to wait a while maybe 30 or 40 minutes but just supply your info and you don't have to wait in line just roam around until you get a text then go sit at your table, great. Waiter told me you can pre-order it time to eat by email read more

I absolutely love this place. Nice atmosphere, very homey and inviting. This modern brunch house is an absolute must if you're in the area. My quinoa power bowl was phenomenal, as was the toast. The coffee had a great taste to it on its own. And the service from the server to the hostess was phenomenal. read more