While I feel there isn't a lot of great breakfast options here (being the land of the Waffle House) this one still shoots beyond expectations. Organic options, gluten free options and vibrant flavors, there isn't much one finds lacking. My only wish is I could get some breakfast for dinner. GORGEOUS decor and a solidly stacked staff. read more

Always great food and wonderful service. The restaurant is very clean and the bathrooms are as well.

Where to begin!! I love this place! I've Reid an array of foods and drinks. The meditation drink is my fave! The seasoned potatoes and scrambled eggs are delicious. I recommend coming here for breakfast and brunch. 10/10!! read more

We went for brunch. My wife and daughter got the morning wake up(drink) and it was delicious! We ordered the elevated egg sandwich, the breakfast tacos and the traditional breakfast. All of our food was fantastic! We also ordered a bowl of tomato basil soup that we all shared and it was so good. Our waitress, Hannah, did a great job of taking care of us. We waited almost 90 minutes to be sat as they were very busy. We got a coffee from Starbucks next door while we waited. read more

First timers here. Been wanting to try this place out because it always seemed busy. Now that we have, we can check it off our dining experience list and move on. Liked the idea of locally grown fresh ingredients. Wasn't quite sure what to order and neither did our server when we asked for crowd favorites. Maybe she was still "waking up" herself as this place is just an early breakfast/brunch/lunch establishment. Or maybe it was my husband's 'Merica tank that affected her. We ordered an omelette and French toast. Large portions. Little taste. Other than that, the two standing up front were chatty during checkout. Appreciated the conversation. It was the only interaction we really received from the place. Again, moving on. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Johnson City, Tennessee

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Best breakfast food in Johnson City. I recommend their Chickichanga & their Rusicab Fratata.

Let me start by saying that I am a fan of First Watch. This one was terrible. I ordered the BLT eggs benedict. The bacon was your standard precooked bacon, the avocados were black, the salad greens were rusty and the eggs were hard cooked to the point of being dry. read more

Delighted with their fresh food, hot chocolate, and their tomato basil soup. Staff and management complying very well with COVID safety precautions. We were asked to answer 7 questions as we walked in to insure the safety of us and their costumers. Overall, great food and service. read more

I went to first watch last weekend with my family. I thought they had vegan options, but they were severely limited. I ended up getting a veggie burger for brunch. They were out of oat milk so I had to run next-door to Starbucks to get a latte. I noticed that the portions seemed large and most of my family ended up taking their food home. So it seemed a bit overpriced for a meal that was too large and probably would not be eaten as leftovers. read more

Brunch is the game, and First Watch has risen to the challenge in Johnson City. A 310-chain originally from Pacific Grove, CA, First Watch has quickly found favor with the Johnson City crowds - and thus the long wait times. Besides brunch selections, they also serve up breakfast, lunch, and seasonal menu items. Friendly service and good food keep bringing me back, making this my favorite brunch place for now (Cafe Lola and Main Street Pizza's breakfast are both fantastic picks as well). My go-to: 1. Tri-Athlete [540 Cal | 33g Protein | 97g Carbs | 640mg Sodium] - "Egg white omelet with house-roasted Crimini mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and green chilies. Served with housemade pico de gallo, whole grain artisan toast, all-natural house preserves and fresh fruit." If you cut out the toast and preserves, you significantly reduce your total carbs (to 34g) and sugar (to 23g). 2. Avocado Toast [700 Cal | 26g Protein | 45g Fat | 60 Carbs |780mg Sodium] - "Thick-cut whole grain toast topped with fresh smashed avocado, EVOO, lemon and Maldon sea salt. Served with two basted eggs." 3. Lemon Ricotta Pancakes [820 Cal | 23g Protein | 39g Fat | 90g Carbs | 370mg Sodium] - "Fresh, whipped ricotta cheese to the multigrain batter. Served as a "mid-stack" of two pancakes topped with marinated berries and creamy lemon curd." From their seasonal menu, I've had both the Millionaire's Bacon and Pork Belly Bacon & Grits and thought they're decent. If you're really craving grits, 620 State in Bristol offers one heck of a Shrimp & Grits. Be sure to take a look at First Watch's website to find all the customizable nutrition info (if you're into that) and consider signing up for their "Sun eClub", to receive exclusive offers. For signing up with your email address, they will email you a BOGO Free offer which is pretty neat! Happy eating! read more

First Watch - Lemon Ricotta Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Johnson City, Tennessee

Excellent omelets and bacon. Restaurant was packed but we got our to-go order exactly on time.

Excellent food and always consistent! The staff here is always friendly and the restaurant is always clean. My family and I love this place and go there often. Highly recommend! read more

I've put off going here for three months now, as I figured that it would be overly expensive for a simple breakfast. That was my mistake! I really enjoyed everything about First Watch from the extraordinary foods to our super sweet waitress, Katelynne. We will definitely come back again. I don't like to give out five star reviews unless it is earned. It is my pleasure to say it's well deserved here. We ordered the Wild Truffle Mushroom Frittata and a Wild Salmon Eggs Benedict, plus an order of Million Dollar Bacon. Each was incredible and I'd gladly have the same again tomorrow. There was a 45 minute wait to get in, but I'll gladly wait again for the great experience we had. Thanks Katelynne and also the entire staff! See you again soon. read more

The Food was really good and and you could tell they use high quality ingredients. Had the best fresh juice combinations. Definitely will come back. read more

Great food, great service, the space was clean and decorated in a manner that made for a great atmosphere. Great job, highly recommend.

I've tried First Watch 4 times. My husband refuses to go with me because the service was poor the first two times we went there for breakfast. He did not care for the food or coffee. I think the food tasted good, and the ingredients seems fresh. However, they were skimpy on key ingredients which impacted the overall flavor of the dish. For example, the omelette I ordered barely had anything in it, so it was as if I'd ordered scrambled eggs with a sprinkling of veggies and cheese. If you're craving anything other than black coffee, get it and your espresso elsewhere. Lots of potential overall but somehow lacking. read more

First Watch was a perfect mid-morning breakfast/lunch as we passed through Johnson City! Service was prompt, food was very prompt and the coffee for the table came in a double-wall insulated carafe so it was piping hot for as long as we could drink it. Definitely recommend Breakfast Tacos, the pico has the perfect herb blend (not heavy cilantro like most), served hot and fast. Great value for food and service rendered, A+ read more

Took over an hour to get our breakfast order. Party of 4 including a 5 yr old. Had to send eggs back because they were not cooked as asked. Never offered to refill water pitcher. Went to pay, cashier asked how everything was, I said service was really slow and he responded 'awesome'. I said awesome, really??? Total lack of awareness by all staff. read more

Way overpriced for what you get. Food was mediocre. Poached eggs over-cooked by a mile. One had the consistency of a hard boiled egg. Portions were small. Fruit cup had a long black hair in it. Service was alright but could've been better, slow on/had to ask for refill. Not surprised now that I found out it's a chain. read more

Excellent breakfast options , vegetables and greens so fresh they are still growing on your plate. Top notch service PLUS chicken and turkey sausage options and veteran discount. 5 Stars! read more

First Watch - Egg breakfast sandwich with home cut potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Johnson City, Tennessee

First off, NEVER lose Lexi!!! She is a total rock star! Explained everything patiently and indulged my unnatural need to have excess cream for my coffee. The Million Dollar Bacon is absolutely delicious as are the lemon ricotta pancakes. Grits are exactly how they should be. I can't speak to other locations, but this one in Johnson City was clean, friendly and on point. Definitely coming back! read more

If you're a lover of breakfast food you must stop by. The amount of options available is a bit overwhelming. I couldn't figure out what to order because there's just so many great options. One thing I love about this place is that the they have the calories listed for each plate, sides, and drinks. I highly recommend visiting this restaurant if you're in the area or if you just enjoy great breakfast food. read more

First Watch - Elevated Egg Sandwich with Million Dollar Bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Johnson City, Tennessee

Yummy food. Great service. Perfect breakfast spot for couples and families. We have eaten at several of their restaurants and always find them to be consistent with their food and service. read more

Since it is the only breakfast bistro in JC it will do but the food is a little too salty

This place was awesome. Great service, good prices, and the food was absolutely phenomenal! Loved it all.

Incredible food. Variety of options. Friendly service. The place was packed! We waited 40min for a table but it was worth it. Def going back here for breakfast again soon. My only complaint was the million dollar bacon was overpriced and tasted like normal bacon read more

Great Breakfast! A little Pricey, but well worth it because quality is what you get! I have ate at the one I. Johnson City and Knoxville and I love them both. read more

Favorite place to go for breakfast or lunch!! So glad Johnson City has First Watch! I love the multigrain pancakes !! Great service and fresh food! read more

First Watch - Michael - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Johnson City, Tennessee

Awesome food, and good quantity. Excellent choice of different Eggs Benedict. Very cute farm like atmosphere. Restaurant is really clean and upbeat! read more

The food is very good, but the tables are cramped and it is so noisy. Service is very slow today also. I think it's time to find a new place to eat. read more

As soon as you enter First Watch, the atmosphere welcomes you warmly. The menu was a little small, but this is really a brunch type place opened no later than 2:30. I had one of the hash bowls and was pleasantly surprised with its freshness and presentation. The food was brought to us quickly and was amazingly warm and filling. Our server, Jeremy, was very attentive and kind enough to laugh at any jokes we made. Plus he signed us up for emailed discounts so I received a BOGO entree coupon. This will definitely help when it comes to paying since the pricing reflects the quality of their food so not cheap. read more

First Watch - Hash Bowl containing peppers, sausage, avocado, potatoes, and eggs over hard. Side of fruit and toast to contrast the savory flavors. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Johnson City, Tennessee

My mom went earlier this week and food wasn't great but gave it a second try with us. All of our food was sub par. The avocados were brown. Cold brew was very bitter. Toast wasn't very toasted. Eggs weren't cooked well. The server was excellent and did the best he could. I'm sure in the setting of covid they are short staffed. Would recommend the manager consider decreasing number of available tables so that restaurant isn't as busy since it seems they are a little overwhelmed. read more

Johnson City is growing up. Not so long ago, I would have said this restaurant was very good for Johnson City. Now, however, I drop that qualification. It's just plain good, and could be in any city in the world...and still be good. It's a nice place. The service is friendly and efficient...and very knowledgeable, and it is a great place to sit. I love Eggs Benedict, and have eaten them all over the world. My previous favorite place to eat them was in St Augustine (Ponce de Leon café)...but First Watch has pipped them at the post. The Eggs Benedict here are the best I have ever eaten. The wild mushroom frittata is excellent, the ricotta lemon pancakes are equally good and the Belgian waffle was the best. Light, crisp and fluffy inside. First Watch is not expensive and serves food which could compete on an international stage. I love this place and I expect it will very quickly become one of the busiest in Johnson City. PS. Is it just me, or are there other people in the world who have become sick of being asked to fill out surveys. First watch is a PITA about their blasted surveys. In my opinion, it detracts from an otherwise excellent experience. This puerile need to be given a pat on the head for doing your job is an unwelcome intrusion. read more

The way breakfast should be!!! Came in on a Friday morning about 10a ... fairly busy, but didn't have to wait for a seat. Menu offerings are great ... a little bit of everything! The million dollar bacon its beyond words, y'all have to go try it yourself! Everything was so fresh and wonderfully prepared, will certainly be coming back! read more

Being that Johnson City is my home town, I have learned not to expect much from local eateries. What a pleasant surprise when we found First Watch. the food, service and choices are pretty dang fabulous! Quality, well balanced, healthy choices and lots of them! Prices are very reasonable too. The only thing that could make it better is a wine license and mimosas for brunch. Oh well, you can't have it all. I'm not much of a breakfast person but this place makes me want to visit often. Yum! read more

This was our first visit. Our waiter was very gracious and helpful. The noise level was outrageous. You could not converse. The menu was confusing and lacking in traditional breakfast choices. We had a Belgian waffle and Italian omelet. The coffee was not hot. I doubt we will be back. read more

A little pricey for breakfast food, but the quality of pretty much everything on the menu is worth the higher price in my opinion.

First Watch is always consistent. We added ourselves to the waitlist here on Yelp and only waited less than 10 minutes when we arrived. There are plenty of healthy choices as well as plenty of not-so-healthy choices here. I had the avocado toast and it looked like they slapped 2 whole avocados on the toast and the basted eggs were perfectly cooked. Our table also ordered biscuits and gravy, an omelette and the seasonal wholly donuts. Everything was great. As with any First Watch, you may have to ask for drink refills, but its really not that much of a hassle, especially if you're already expecting it. read more

First Watch - Avocado toast and basted eggs...and a blob of biscuits and gravy that was shared with me in the corner. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Johnson City, Tennessee

What a great find in Johnson City! The menu is unique and the food is incredibly good. Fresh and changes daily. I can say that because liked it so much I went back the next day! Cheryl, my server, made it a memorable experience too! She was funny, excellent service, I would be a regular if I were a local!! The place rocks! Loved the granola bowl! There are incredibly tasty things on the menu though. As a breakfast nut I guarantee you will find this place a best in Johnson City and a place that rivals ANY breakfast place in the country. It is casual and laid back. So if you want posh and fancy it's not that. This is a hoppin, popular local place. A cafe near the university. Thanks for great food and care!! read more

Cute decor, great ambience. When they first opened, the service sucked. We stopped coming until recently, they seem to have the strong servers left with a few new ones now. I am glad the server who made us not come back for a while is gone now. All of the current servers are great, John is one of them who give 120% every time, even when he is not your server. Their coffee is good, I like how they give you the whole carafe but my new favorite beverage there is the Acai squeeze. It's not as tart as the Kale tonic and not as sweet as Morning Meditation. Eggs Benedict, chickichanga, the elevated egg sandwich, chicken avocado chop (salad) are always good, but I am not a huge fan of the avocado toast here. If you agree, try Tupelo Honey' s version. And during our visit today, I tried pesto chicken quinoa bowl... it's huge! And delicious. I never knew quinoa could pack so much flavor before. Our server was telling us that the chimichuri sauce is also really good if I wanted to substitute instead of the pesto, but since I LOVE anything basil, I kept the pesto and asked for the chimichuri in the side. I mixed them all together. So. Effin. Good. I will be ordering that quinoa bowl again in the future. read more

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