Great menu. Always good food and service. Very pricey, good vibe in the building from the minute you get inside.

This place never disappoints. I'm not even a particular fan of breakfast foods, but find myself frequenting First Watch often. I have yet to order a bad item off their menu. My personal favorites are the banana pancake and the Ham and Gruyere Melt. The service is also always a wonderful experience. Nick was our server this time and he was so friendly and attentive. He was polite and engaged in fun banter. We will be back. read more

First Watch - Ham and Gruyere Melt - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft. Myers, Florida

Found this spot while looking for breakfast/brunch. Found this spot while scanning the area. The location is good in the shopping center that it's in. Once inside the decor is pretty cool too. We got seated and and looked through the menu. I guess our server was either too busy or not found. Luckily another server stepped in and helped us out and even explained that she would cover down in the meantime. I had the Farmhouse hash and almost ordered a waffle until I found out how big they are. The farmhouse hash is pretty good, different hash than I expected but still good overall. The food was good and the orange juice is freshly squeezed. It's a decent place to go grab some breakfast or brunch. Stop by and check it out. read more

My first few visits were lovely, but like any love affair, the flaws began to surface. The staff is ALWAYS friendly and attentive. The coffee is not the best, for me. It is ok if you appreciate acidic, lightly flavored roasts. The choices are refreshing for the average Ft Myers breakfasts. Nothing is super expensive or terribly complicated so a nice stop if looking for something not so fancy but quality fare. Don't order the potatoes though... you will receive a large mountain of dry, flavorless, cubes. Go with an english muffin but eat it quickly, before it hardens into coasters. I will go again, of course.. read more

They changed their menu...won't be going back. It isn't as good as usual. Disappointing they got rid of some of the really good food. It was a go to when traveling! read more

First Watch is by far one of my favorite breakfast places ever!! As a NY/NJ girl that grew up around diners constantly, this is a great alternative to regular ole diner food! My parents used to have a condo in Ft. Myers so we used to get here when we could and unfortunately that's not too often anymore. Just got back from a trip to the Ft. Myers area with my boyfriend and the first thing we did when we got off the plane (had a 7am flight from JFK, yikes!) was go to first watch. I had to let him try the same yummy food I've been talking about for so long and he loved it! I love that you can order breakfast or lunch anytime of day! The service is always great, friendly servers and very efficient - because it was his first time there, they gave him a complimentary fruit crepe which was a cute touch. Prices are great, definitely not too expensive and the wait is never that long - average age of patrons is about 70 :-) I had the Grilled Turkey sandwich, my first lunch item there and it was awesome! The turkey wasn't dry and the flavors with the bacon and cheese were nice. Diet friendly this is not, but hey, I was on vacation! I love the home fries here as they are always crunchy - I hate soggy icky home fries!! What I loved about this sandwich is it came with not only some fruit but also their little tomato cucumber salad which was very refreshing. The skillets are so terrible for your health but delicious and we had quite a few omelettes (egg whites bc I hate regular eggs) Bacado & Avocado Express are great. The coffee is very tasty and I love that you can get just one pancake when you get the pancake craving but know you could never eat a whole stack - Chocolate chip was standard good but cranberry nut was awesome. Till next time First Watch.... read more

First Watch - Grilled Turkey - yum! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft. Myers, Florida

We had breakfast here around 9 am in May, so it wasn't very crowded - only local Floridians. We had an omelet and a crepe. Both came with home fries (ugh, not again!), an English Muffin slathered with butter and, of course the ingredients that we ordered for the omelet & crepe. A featured item in my omelet was to be chorizo sausage and I only saw one minuscule piece - SAY LAH VEE. I must say the service was outstanding, although the food itself was very ho hum. Workmanlike is quality & presentation, but certainly nothing special. read more

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Breakfast was delicious, everyone enjoy the atmosphere, Ian was our server and did a wonderful job, read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft. Myers, Florida

Came back to a new experience. Place was clean our server Fernanda was wonderful and the food was delicious. We will definitely be back. We are leaving today feeling full and very satisfied. read more

Third visit to First Watch and each time the food has impressed us more and more. The decor is bright and inviting, the servers are always attentive, knowledgeable, and give good recommendations for substitutions or additions. The food is always fresh and offers a wide variety for all tastes. Today there was three of dining, needed 2 separate checks and there was no issue at all with this. We had The Works Omelette, The BLT Eggs Benedict (substituted the regular bacon for the Millionaires Bacon for and extra $1.50 and it was sooooo worth it), and lastly the Trifecta of chocolate chip pancake, scrambled eggs and sausage. Everything was fabulous and perfectly prepared. Didn't reach 5 starts because the coffee could have been hotter for out taste. read more

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My father loves this joint and after his ravings, he brought me here and now I'm a fan myself! Service is friendly with servers who are clearly morning people (they open early so that makes sense). I like how they give you pitchers of water/coffee when you order any of those drinks; makes it convenient so you don't have to ask for any refills. It's also nice they keep the sweeteners, creams and condiments on the table so you don't have to ask for those as well. Food is delicious, unique and with character. Their omelettes, especially the works and the baconator are my favorite. Plus their fruit sides are fresh and refreshing. If breakfast isn't your thing, they have solid sandwiches and salads which can be entrees or a "pick 2" type of deal. Plus prices are very friendly on the wallet so you can enjoy a nice meal without breaking the bank. Overall a solid spot for brunch/breakfast or a light meal. Just make sure you show up early cause they shut down at 2:30 PM! read more

Loved First Watch when I went in St Louis area. so was happy to find one in Ft Myers! the menu is unique and fresh. I had the avocado bacon and tomato hash! Kim had the avocado toast! read more

First Watch - Avocado bacon and tomato hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft. Myers, Florida

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Normally every experience is wonderful. I'm writing this review while still waiting for our order . It has been 40 minutes and it's a Tuesday morning. Nothing special. Review update. It has been an hour since our order was taken and still no food brought out. Meanwhile a table top of 13 has been seated after us and served , as well as a table of 7 sat after us . Seriously first watch. Wtf read more

First Watch continues to be excellent food and service. A breakfast with healthful alternatines made with fresh ingredients. Great taste alk around, and we have tried most of the menu items. Friendly, prompt, informed service makes that much better. Same experience at all four of the locations in Ft Myers. read more

Great find at First Watch! So refreshing to find a health conscious restaurant that offers a variety of breakfast and lunch choices. I was a there for breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed the Morning Market Veg Omelette. It was a very large omelette filled with diced zucchini, kale, chunks of cremini mushroom and goat cheese. Yummy. I usually avoid the typical bread choices that come with breakfasts, but I could not pass on their seeds bread. Fresh and soft with a great flavor that didn't leave me feeling like I had over-indulged or ballooned out! The preserves, also something I almost never eat, were light and not too sweet so it was a nice compliment to the delicious bread. And the small salad with a simple lemon and EVOO kept it light and refreshing beside the hefty omelette. Looking forward to going back to try another new favorite from their menu. read more

First Watch - Morning Market Veg Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft. Myers, Florida

I had their avocado toast and million dollar bacon, and also a ginger and vegetables drink that all was very good. Service was and has been always great. I enjoy going back even for business meetings. read more

Great atmosphere to walk in to! Everyone was busy but friendly! Our food came out perfect, we were checked on multiple times by different waiters. If you haven't tried the seasonal drink Cranberry Crush I recommend trying it! All around 10/10. Our sever was Kenna, she was super sweet. The new manager Claude is doing a phenomenal job! read more

I have enjoyed first watch for a couple of years. They have done a great jk. For breakfast. One negative is that they don't have public WiFi. Their service has always been good. read more

First watch is a wonderful place to go for breakfast and we go to first watch anytime we can and visit their locations in Georgia when we are there also. We really like the consistently good food and locations! read more

Our server Tony was amazing and she's a champ I don't know how many tables she had but she worked fast and she seemed to be serving the whole place and it was pretty busy. Our server was very nice and was very Patient with me lol. I ordered a Bacado omelette and it was perfect and very delicious and then homefries were on point as well. And then my cravings for a Belgian waffle I ordered it after my meal lol baby wanted more food. And it was just as amazing as everything else!!! Best service and best food!!! And everyone seemed cautious and clean! Happy holidays read more

Ordered from here 3 times already, the food is just that good! I got the triathlete omelet and it was amazing! The bread and fruit make the meal more satiating. Ordered a side of the pancake and it's pretty good, better than most diner places imo. The veggie burger had to be my favorite, it was yummy with all the good stuff; avocado and healthy mixed greens. read more

My favorite breakfast place on Earth. I love the fact that everything is pretty organic and locally-grown. My heart desires what I cannot have. I miss their traditional breakfast, avocado toast, and their delicious bacon so much. Ahhh, First Watch you need to come to the West Coast, California's waiting for you! read more

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I really enjoyed this place. Went for bfest and hit up the steel cut oatmeal with a muffin. Oatmeal was great along with the fruit on top. Crowded so it must be good, right? read more

Looking for a place with healthy, delicious options (&lots of them)? Look no further! We stayed in the area for about 5 days and had been searching for a good breakfast/brunch place. People comment about the "wait time"- we waited 10 minutes on a busy Tuesday at 1030am or so. Not bad!!! Coffee was good, and they give you your own carafe to refill :) Tried the juices (needed a vacation detox)- my boyfriend had the kale one, I had the carrot/orange/lemon/ginger. Not the best I've ever had, but not bad. Refreshing and you could tell it was fresh. I had the avocado/tomato/bacon hash and it was delicious ! And like I said, menu was huge with lots of options. Our servers were attentive and friendly. Actually, all the staff were friendly and upbeat. Thank you, First Watch, for a yummy breakfast! read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft. Myers, Florida

Always the best food, best wait staff. We stop whenever we can. The Morning Meditation is a great hangover cure. Eggs Benedict is always wonderful. Even when the place is crowded, the wait times are reasonable and they text you when the table is ready. Down load the First Watch app and skip the wait. read more

Given the current state of the union, respect is due to the First Watch staff for their resiliency and commitment to providing quality restaurant service. I ordered pickup today and the service was great. read more

Awesome breakfast made with fresh ingredients. The lemon ricotta pancakes topped with lemon curd and strawberries were INCREDIBLE! Huge tasty omelettes. Coffee was good. This is actually a local chain restaurant-we liked it so much we sought out another location and ate there a second time during a short trip to the area. Highly recommend... read more

I really like Fresh Watch, and we eat there often. The menu has a lot of choices that are a little different than other breakfast places - perhaps more healthy alternatives to the usual fried items at most breakfast / lunch establishments. Sometimes, there is a wait for tables, but once you get in the service is good and usually the orders are served promptly. We usually go to the one on Six Mile Cypress so we can sit outside if the weather is nice. read more

I went today for the first time and the food was amazing. I had the works omelette. The coffee was not hot but service was great. read more

First Watch - Went there for the first time today and the food was amazing. I will definitely go back. I had the works omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft. Myers, Florida

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Been to this location a few times, always had a good experience until today. The red headed hostess has a horrible attitude, she was rude to every customer that walked it and that came up to the counter and paid. The food was good, as ALWAYS! I go to a First Watch every weekend and it's always so yummy! read more

Service can be hot and miss at times. The food is good and portions are generous especially the pancakes. Try the carrot cake pancakes or the lemon poppy seed. read more

Totally acceptable breakfast place. Only gets three instead of four because it's nothing you haven't seen before. They have a tiny seasonal menu that means they're trying, but the rest of their offerings are so generic that it could put foodies like me to sleep. Their iced coffee is like.. $4? Something like that. It comes pre-sweetened and doesn't include refills, and was like %70 ice. So when I was told my coffee party was about to end, I flat out took the CARAFE of coffee they left my dining partner and asked for some milk. I made my own, free of charge. And it was arguably better. That being said, service was great and the vibe was relaxing. Obviously full of locals just wanting to get some breakfast, coffee, and read the paper. I ordered ala carte (even though they don't really have a section of the menu for that) and they backed me up. I would go again, no problem. read more

Here is my 2 cents on the food and some chit chat. Over all the quality is good. The staff was excellent.....Value for your money just sucks. I see why it was full of knucklehead floridians.( no out state license plates) On whole they have no idea of good food or getting your value. I was here at 1115 AM. I had to wait 5 minutes for a table. That's ok food must be great and value too...WRONG..... I did not realize that this was a HEALTHY food eatery.. MY mistake..I was SO wrong. I had to ask for plain white sugar for my coffee. It was given to me in a little side dish. :-( Only brown sugar on the table. I got the beefeater sandwich. Where is the beef?????? it was very thinly slice med rare BUT hardly any food for a real man to eat. It was good quality. BUT for 9 Bucks give me some food. The so called horseradish on side that SUCK. Creamy and NO FLAVOR..... NONE. There was a salad of sorts on my plate. Just some over price greens with a splash maybe balsamic dressing. I got more on request. Over all one of the worse value meals ever. I finished this in one swoop no take homes. Let the money squanders and health nuts have this chain. Never more for me... read more

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Just average chain restaurant Asked if we wanted coffee Did not tell us coffee would be $2.39 each! No price on menu read more

The only reason they didn't get 5 stars is because 10% of the time when I order my eggs over medium, they still come out very runny, however I am able to send them back and they fix the problem. All of their staff is super friendly, very attentive and your food comes out pretty fast even when they are busy :) All of their breakfast is great. I'm a big fan of the bacon & onion hash! Their Italian Wedding soup is my FAVORITE! It's problem not made from scratch, but its super great. read more

I am really upset it took us this long to find First Watch. The food is mind-blowingly good, the service is really friendly and honest, and the atmosphere is actually quite nice despite the crazy-busyness of the restaurant. Be prepared to wait at least 15 minutes for breakfast, they are very good and the word is out! Be sure to mention it is your first time, they have a little fruit desert you get for free!! We WILL be back, no question. read more

First Watch - Be sure to tell them it's your first time in!! Free first-timer's fruit desert!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ft. Myers, Florida

My server CJ was amazing! Would definitely recommend coming to this first watch. All the workers are so kind and informative on what's new and great on the menu. read more

This is my favorite breakfast place in Fort Myers, hands down. The service is always very friendly and I have NEVER been given a hard time about my order (tons of changes and substitutions). The food is fresh and there are plenty of healthy options. I only wish that it weren't so jam packed during season, because it can take two hours to get a table. read more

This place is just okay. Standard fare presented in a standard way. The juices were very good but the service was slow and disjointed. Here's an example - Asked for no toast but got no toast and no home fries. Moral of this review - if you've got the time to wait and get a standard breakfast, go for it. read more

Quality has gone down. Who serves avocado toast with one slice of toast? I ordered bacon on the side and they gave me two slices of bacon. I've been to first watch before and this one is terrible. Our waiter was nice though. read more