Everything was tasty! Very filling and fresh Ingredients. Even the fruit seem to be freshly picked and cut. I had the farmhouse skillet and the roasted tomatoes were a nice touch with the avacado. I substituted sausage links in lieu of bacon. Honestly if there wasn't any meat I wouldn't have missed it because the eggs, potatoes, and other ingredients shined, and that's coming from a meat lover. My fiance' had the chorizo omelette. And a side of french toast. The french toast was gone before I could get a picture so you know it had to be good. His plate ended completely clean. If you want a good, healthy, filling breakfast...try First Watch, you wont be disappointed read more

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The food was great they even let us take off the French Toast that I didn't like It looks nice in the inside. read more

Really tasty food! Worth it for the area. The portions could be slightly bigger but you definitely get good quality food over quantity size portions read more

I've only been once and the decor is really pretty. The food was pretty good. The first time they messed up my food but they made it and it was good. The service was okay. My waitress was a little rude and so was some of the other staff but I'd give it another try. read more

The best breakfast drink Ever. Just sweet enough. I had two... makes your taste buds tingle. Hints of blueberries with Açaí. Pleasantly surprised. Get one read more

First Watch - Purple Haze It's gooood A little tart, but not too much. Great balance of sweet and tart - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

This area has been longing for a sit-down breakfast spot. Not the quick, convenient fast-food breakfasts that we're used to...but the kind of hearty breakfast that warms your stomach. First Watch definitely delivers. The service was fast and friendly. The food was amazingly fresh. The steel-cut grits were thick and hearty, and the French toast melted in our mouths. Watch out for First Watch...they won't disappoint! read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

To expensive for what you get. Really don't understand the hype. If I'm paying that amount of money I expect more. I can't go with the crowd on this one. read more

Very disappointed, long tim for food to be served, very greasy, very salty breakfast. I would not recommend as a first choice.

The place is very nice, my first time here. The server was very polite and kind. The service here is spectacular! The presentation of the meals was very perfect !! Everything was seasoned well down to the potatoes. I will be returning ! read more

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Food is always fresh. I always get the trifecta with a waffle it's my favorite meal there but they also have great omelettes as well.

Excellent food and service! I highly recommend this restaurant and only wish they had longer hours during the day. It is so good!

We love their food and changing seasonal menu! Expect a wait on the weekends but it is worth the wait! Staff is very friendly and efficient! Clean and bright! read more

Good food, service always top knotch. Ambiance was great . Highly recommend our go to breakfast place

We went today, a Sunday, for lunch after church. We expected it to be busy and true enough, the lady said it would be a 45 mins to an hour wait. She got my phone number so she can text me as soon as our table was ready. We left to do 3 errands and it was perfect timing as after our last errand, we got a text message that said our table was ready and they will hold it for 2 minutes. We were 4 mins away so I called and told them to hold our table which they gladly did. As it was still our birthday month, we availed of our free entree with purchase (BOGO). We got The Works Omelette and the Tri-fecta. We didn't have to wait too long for our food to come out. Everything was awesome, even the bacon and waffles were to perfection!!! Others complain of the long wait but I for one feel their good food is worth it. Eric, our server was nice and very attentive to our needs as well as the ladies at the register. We will be back for sure! read more

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The food is top notch and the service is perfect the ambiance is amazing overall 10 out of 10

Let me start by saying it was not that busy only about half full We ordered salmon fratata with roasted vegetables. There was only onions and one piece of an unknown vegetable. The hash browns were barely cooked and had to be sent back, they literally looked like potato chunks that were boiled and never saw the grill. The replacement hash browns were burnt on one side and the other side was uncooked. I had farmer hash with eggs over easy. The eggs were completely cooked with no runny yolk at all. I don't know if there was a manager around but I suggest there should be someone around when food is ready to deliver to the table. It should be looked at by someone and the server should look at food and know something isn't right. It was obvious our food was not cooked right and should not have been brought to us. We have eaten here numerous times and have only experienced wrong items with an order we've gotten to go. read more

Super disappointed this place has gone downhill. Both our water glasses were very dirty. Ordered avocado toast and the avocados are not ripe. Made us another and same issue. Waiter tried to justify that sometimes they just aren't ripe. If you can't keep ripe avocados in your kitchen then you shouldn't have an avocado dish on your menu. So we paid for something we didn't really eat. To boot the remake avocado toast came out with ants on the plate. Funny enough, the waiter didn't even notice. Tiny ants which means there's a larger problem in that kitchen. Wont be back and it's a shame because this place used to be great read more

Wanted to try something new... the morning meditation was not something I normally would order for a beverage but was recommended by our server Steven. The drink was off the chain delicious. The coffee was fresh and just as delicious. Got a blueberry muffin that was fresh, moist and so yummy to start. I got the Ham & Gruyere Melt he got the farmhouse hash. Omg fresh hot and scrumptious. Our server Steven was attentive and knew the menu very well. He made many suggestions and certainly made this first experience great! Because of him we will be back to try more items. Thank you Steven. read more

First Watch - the inside of a restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Came to first watch this afternoon for brunch. We were promptly sat outside with menus. 30 minutes went by, and not one server stopped by our table to even drop off water. There was another table sat outside, and their waiter came out to serve them twice, saw us sitting out there, and did not stop by once. At this point we decided to leave. Very disappointed as this is one of my favorite brunch restaurants, however poor service will take a 5 star review to a 1 star review. read more

It's never a long wait when you feel welcome! These folks have to love people and what they do. read more

My first time visiting this business. My daughter recommended that I give it a try while visiting. When I walked in, I was pleasantly greeted by one of the hostesses and promptly seated at a nice and very clean table. The place wasn't horrible busy when I first arrived, but was 90% packed with 20 minutes. Good timing I guess. Well, I wasn't really hungry so thought I'd order a side of sausage gravy and biscuits. While ordering, the waitress asked how I wanted my eggs cooked...... I didn't state that I just wanted the side dish and ordered over easy. Well, was glad I ordered the whole breakfast. It was excellent. The eggs were perfect. The biscuits were near perfect fluffy inside with a crispy outer crust..... just the way I like them, my only gripe was that I am 99% sure the sausage in the gravy( gravy was tasty) was turkey sausage, which I dispise. This is just a personal quirk of mine. I ate it, I'm not going to knock the restaurant for a quirk of mine. Price was good, but a little more than some other local diners such as Grumpys, or Metro.... Definitely a great spot to eat, and their menus is a little different, and definitely worth the visit. I will go there again when I come to Jax again. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Take out was a breeze. KK was great! Food was delicious and so fast. Staff was friendly and helpful. read more

Told my wait would be 30-45 minutes; no problem. Got text that table was ready. Had to wait another 5 minutes for table to be cleaned; no problem. Ordered food; waited about 45 minutes for that; problem. After eating, asked for to-go plates and bill. Waited another 10-13 minutes for that. Waitress said she forgot. Food was good though. read more

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Excellent food and portions. Service provided by staff was prompt, courteous and informative when questions were conveyed regarding specific items offered on the menu. The atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming. Look forward to mine and my wife's next visit. We just relocated from Plano, TX a suburb city located north of Dallas, TX. This restaurant made us feel we have arrived to our new home. read more

I ordered here twice while visiting family and the wait time to receive my order took forever. The order was missing food and the communication was bad. read more

This place was delicious! I had eggs, sausage, a pan cake and a bowl of hash browns. Way better than metro diner imo.

Giving it a 4 cuz I've had their eggs Benedict before and was delicious. This time I had the pesto chicken bowl. My friend had the same and we both agreed it was WAY too salty. Bloody Mary good but bacon was a non - issue. Rather of had celery/olives etc. I'm sure I'll still return ... just not have the pesto dish‍ read more

Really nice people and the food is great. Market Skillet is my favorite. Great to visit by yourself or a group of people. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Just ordered the chicken pesto Powerbowl and it although I was almost 15 minutes late picking up my order it was still hot and fresh. It was clean and I was able to spot where the online orders were. Great food every time. read more

First Watch is a wonderful way to start the day. Top quality ingredients make their dishes worth the price! That million dollar bacon ....... OMG! Sometimes the wait is long, but we never regret the time it takes to get seated. Their biscuits and gravy is my favorite and my daughter loves the elevated egg sandwich! Definitely check out this gem! read more

This review is solely on taco al pastor The meal it self was very salty and uneatable. When I mention it to the waiter, he acknowledged that many people have mention how overly salted the meal has been and didn't try to rectify the meal. I highly DONT recommend this dish. Still love first watch and will come again for all there other great meals. read more

So excited to finally have a First Watch in the Oakleaf area!! Healthy, high-quality food for breakfast and lunch. You will not go wrong with any of the menu choices. Be willing to wait if you're not there early! Staff is very attentive, and coffee is plentiful. read more

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Very good food, server was little rude girl w long blonde hair in pony tail but food was delicious.

This was our first time. Place is clean and neat. Lots of space. Great atmosphere. Wonderful service. Food came out fresh and hot. Coffee was strong. Left the pot on table for easy access for refills. We didn't feel rushed very relaxing brunch. We will be coming back for more another time. read more

First Watch - Bacado! It's an omelet with bacon and avocado with cheese. Sour cream on top and pico on side. I was really impressed. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Absolutely thrilled to have First Watch as apart of Oakleaf!! We normally travel across the Buckman to enjoy this little gem.We had breakfast before church.The food as always..fresh,flavorful and healthy! Social distancing & mask practices on deck! We utilized the online app to "Wait in line". read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

What's not to love about this place? Perhaps the perfect brunch spot in all of JAX. Service is A+++, food is superb (and organic) and the serving portions are good. The owners and staff ought to give themselves a pat in the back. Definitely returning! read more

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I love to try the fresh juices of the season. The lemon ricotta pancakes are delicious!

This place is great! I love the rustic atmosphere, it's really inviting and the food is top notch. I got the chikichanga which is a breakfast chicken chimichanga and got that with cheesy grits and seasoned potatoes. Everything was fantastic. If you haven't been here yet definitely give it a try! read more

First Watch - "The Chikichanga" with cheesy grits and seasoned potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I lived in a community where it was either fast food, Dennys or First Watch. I really appreciated their menu and the freshness of the food but I find it to be a it overpriced and always louder than I would prefer. read more

I've now tried first watch three times. Each time the food is tasteless, and lacking of depth. The service was poor all but one time. I tried their banana fosters which was soaked in brown goo, lacking of flavor and the bananas looked fake. Another time I tried their burger and thay turned out just as bland. The other time myself and four other people went to breakfast and all of our meals were horrible and again utterly lacking in flavor. If you want healthy with no taste this is a perfect place. read more