I always enjoy coming to First Watch and have visited several locations throughout Colorado. This was my first time at this location, and while it was still a good experience overall, it wasn't quite as impressive as some of the others. The restaurant has the same bright, welcoming atmosphere as any other First Watch, but it felt a bit more compact, making it somewhat difficult to move around when it was busy. I ordered the waffle, a coffee, and the Million Dollar Potatoes. The food was good, but I wish it had been served hotter. It was warm enough to eat, but it didn't taste freshly made, it felt more like it had been sitting under a warmer for a while before being brought to the table. The coffee also took an unusually long time to come out, which surprised me considering it was just a cup of black coffee. While waiting, I noticed our server sitting in the booth behind us chatting with what appeared to be his family. I have no issue with staff interacting with family or friends, but customers should still be taken care of in a timely manner, and unfortunately, that wasn't the case during our visit. Overall, I'd still come back because I generally enjoy First Watch, but this location didn't quite live up to the standard I've come to expect from the chain. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

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Good omelettes and skillets. They have vegetarian options and GF toast. We also got one of their speciality iced coffees. I wish they had espresso drinks additionally. If you don't care about espresso drinks with brunch this is a great place. Beware the long weekend waits though! read more

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their lunch soup and salad were a super small portion. I don't think I ordered the snack size. I think I would go somewhere else considering this restaurant was in a shopping center with lots of great restaurant options. read more

First Watch - Such a small portion, was not satisfied. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

I ordered the honey butter biscuits first. They came out stale and dry, and the honey butter had an off taste to it. Then I ordered the million dollar sandwich which came out with a RAW untoasted English muffin as the buns. Basically inedible. I took a few bites and decided to say something about the English muffin (I am someone that never complains about anything, so this was out of the norm for me). They didn't refund the sandwich or comp anything. I paid full price for terrible food. I should have went to iHop next door. read more

First Watch - Million dollar sandwich with RAW English muffin buns - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

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I can't believe I've never been to a First Watch! I was meeting friends and family for brunch and this was the restaurant of choice. I love their menu! I had the chorizo omelet and it was very good! They also serve Cold Brew so this is my new go to spot near Belmar. Everyone at our table liked their meals and the service was attentive and good. I'll be back for sure! read more

Fantastic seasonal selections and a menu that doesn't sit still long providing variety. Service was stellar and despite a packed crowd, food was hot and we didn't feel rushed through our meal. read more

Wow, quite possibly the worst pancake I have had in my life from a restaurant. The cinnamon pancakes for $5.50 from Dennys are better. These are $12 for a two stack and reasonably big. I just got it for take out but was picked up immediately so they were warm. No complaints there. But the rest of the pancakes were so bad I had to immediately put out this review. These "Carrot cake and Pecan" pancakes had chocolate chips and lettuce in them. The chocolate chips I thought were intentional but lettuce turned me off completely. Clean your griddle or station! Ya'll it's just shredded carrots and pecans added to the pancake. Literally. There is nothing that makes it like a carrot cake, not moist, no cream cheese frosting, no caramelized pecans. The requested sugar-free syrup was not nearly enough for this dry and sweetless pancake. Like I said, I kinda expected some cream cheese frosting since it said "carrot cake" so didn't anticipate to need syrup at all. This one may need to be taken off the menu because it's not executed well at all. This was my first time to First Watch in many years and needless to say, I won't be returning for takeout or dine-in. read more

service was good but literally the worst benedict i've had in my life! disappointing. Should've went to snooze read more

First Watch - benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

Had an amazing time with my brother at this location! The food was great, the service was excellent, and it was very common relaxing for a morning breakfast. Our waitress was in training, but she did a fabulous job and so did the person training her. I feel like the staff works very well together, which is nice to see. read more

I went here for brunch and loved their new spring menu items! I got the wild berry lavender French toast which was delicious. The lavender whipped cream was not too sweet and was full of flavor. We got seated right away which was amazing for getting there at 10:45am on a Saturday. The food and drinks came out fast and the staff was friendly. The Lakewood location was pretty spacious and plenty of seats available. Definitely worth checking out and trying the seasonal items! read more

First Watch - Wild Berry Lavender French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

How could this possibly be $17?? I was shocked when I received this order. I hate leaving bad reviews, but the portion size and quality of food was extremely disappointing, and the potatoes were barely even cooked. Unfortunately, my husband's farmhouse hash was similar. I'm not sure what happened here, but I won't be able to order from here again. read more

First Watch - Market Hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

Came here on a Sunday morning, thankfully they were open early because we came in around 7:30am. We were seated immediately as there were only a few tables filled. Our waitress was great and took our drink order very quickly. The food came out pretty quickly in around 5-10 minutes. Definitely a lot of food we had quick a bit of leftovers. You pay at the front on the way out the door. I did take a star off as the prices as very high for basic breakfast food ($7 for a plain pancake) and for some reason they moved a family with screaming kids right next to us even though there were only 4 tables in the entire place. Overall good experience 3.5/5 stars. read more

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Our newest favorite breakfast place! The feel is open, clean, friendly. One of my favorite things to do is find out from the servers who THEY recommend. Madison, our server, did not disappoint! I had the Superfoods Bowl, who she told us was her current favorite. Coconut Chia pudding with fresh fruit and their granola that came with a side of toast with a nut butter. Yummm. Hubby had the Tri-Fecta breakfast with a Belgian waffle. He loved it (which is saying something since he makes his own Belgian waffles & is quite picky about them). Also had a side of their specialty bacon -- out of this world good. Great coffee to boot. Nice to have a new favorite. read more

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We eat at First Watch frequently so assumed it would be a good option for a quality breakfast while traveling. The food was lackluster at best. All of it needed more seasoning, the potatoes were simultaneously not crisp enough on all sides and burned on the one side that was crisp, and the gravy wasn't thick enough. The crispy potatoes is one of my favorite things about First Watch, but these potatoes would have left a first time customer wanting to never try it again. They were seriously charred. My husband eats the biscuit and gravy *every time* we eat at a First Watch--legit about 20 times a year in different cities. He loves that dish, but he complained about this one. He said the gravy was soupy, like it didn't cook long enough to thicken up. Here are the positives: the location is nice and clean and rhetorical service was lightening fast. Like the food came out within about 5 minutes, even with modifications made to the dishes. The swiftness was impressive but maybe a little more time spent preparing the food would have helped. Long story short: love FW but wouldn't recommend this location. read more

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Review for First Watch - Ignorant, Rude, and Unaccommodating Toward Service Dog Handlers I recently visited First Watch and was completely appalled by their ignorant and dismissive treatment of my legally protected service dog and myself as his handler. From the moment we arrived, the staff demonstrated a total lack of understanding regarding ADA regulations and basic customer service. As we were seated, my service dog was calmly positioned next to me. However, the waitress approached him too quickly, startling him, which understandably led to a single bark. She also almost stepped on him, which I acknowledge was an accident. But instead of showing even an ounce of understanding or professionalism, she immediately called over her supervisor, who proceeded to lecture me and my guests about how 'service dogs can't bark' and that he would need to leave immediately. I attempted to explain why he barked, but the supervisor kept talking over me, refusing to listen and treating me as if I had done something wrong. Instead of handling the situation with respect and professionalism, she postured herself at a deliberate distance from our booth, amplifying her voice so the entire restaurant could hear her chastising me. This was not only completely inappropriate, but it felt intentional--designed to publicly humiliate me rather than address the issue with even a shred of discretion. She could have easily spoken to me directly at a normal volume, but instead, she made sure everyone around us knew she was "handling" the situation. To make matters worse, the night before, we dined at another restaurant where my service dog was welcomed and allowed to sit in the booth with me, as has been the case in multiple establishments. We were unaware that First Watch had a policy prohibiting service dogs from sitting in booths. Rather than informing us politely, the supervisor once again lectured us in an aggressive and dismissive manner, making the entire experience unnecessarily uncomfortable. For the record, ADA regulations clearly state that service dogs may only be removed if they are out of control and the handler does not take appropriate action to control them. A single bark, in response to nearly being stepped on, does not qualify as disruptive or excessive behavior. First Watch's ignorance and lack of proper training on service animal laws are absolutely unacceptable. If you're looking for a service-dog-friendly establishment that actually understands ADA regulations and treats disabled patrons with respect, I strongly recommend going elsewhere. First Watch desperately needs to educate their staff and supervisors before more customers are subjected to this kind of treatment. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

Delicious breakfast! Good after a long day of travel, a positively massive pancake! Staff was friendly and we were seated and served promptly. Lots of beverages to choose from and a fairly unique breakfast/lunch menu. Indoor and outdoor seating available and would seems like a good place for a large group. read more

First Watch - Pumpkin pancake with chicken sausage. Club sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

Coming here on a Sunday morning which was also a holiday made for an easy visit. We were sat immediately and the waitress was polite, friendly and professional. I ordered my go to Eggs Benedict with bacon and it was fresh, delicious, and aesthetically pleasing. After ordering the food was delivery quickly. The interior of this restaurant was clean as well as the exterior of the building including the parking lot. I shall return when in the area again. read more

First Watch - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

Don't get my one star wrong The food was good and the service was good But to make a business change I feel you need to punish them hard for things you don't like I want hash browns not breakfast potatoes fine if you want to offer both but don't not offer what everyone likes just to save a little kitchen time So the breakfast potatoes are not hot they are warm because they keep them at that temp all morning long I ordered an omelet the waiter didn't ask me what type of toast I wanted and just brought wheat when I really wanted sourdough When a meal comes with options you need to clarify not just ignore it and bring them whatever you want Also right after he brought the meal he dropped the check off and I never seen him again and I was out of water I'm an older guy snd I need water to swallow my food The only problem is I'm paying for this service and can't even hash browns or water read more

Pretty hip and high end brunch vibe (like arugula salad brunch vibe) with farm house interior deco at regular brunch price. Good service. Great food. read more

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Hey First Watch! Just wanted to say how much I love coming here after church with my girlfriend! The food is always so refreshing, and the customer service feels super inviting. There's just something about the vibe that makes me crave the food even more! My go-to is definitely the waffles and eggs--they're my favorite. But I also like to spice it up with some biscuits and gravy and a side of fruit. You'll definitely be seeing me more often! Thanks for the great meals! read more

My friend suggested meeting her for an early birthday get together. I've heard mixed reviews about this place, however, my philosophy is: try it first before making a decision. It's tucked away in the King Soopers mall and somewhat difficult to find if you're not familiar with the shopping mall. The service was great and the restaurant is comfortable. The food was a different story. I ordered the salmon Benedict and my friend ordered a special. The arrived about 15 minutes after we ordered and they were both cold. We wanted to get the attention of our server who apologized, took our plates and returned with another order of our food. My friend's order was okay but mine was still borderline cold. I may try another location since there are several restaurants nearby. read more

First Watch - Located in the main entrance area. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

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Solid (mostly) breakfast restaurant with a focus on healthier options, and delivery this morning didn't disappoint! Basic but solid 2 over-medium eggs + thick buttered toast + fresh fruit bowl + potatoes while bf had the egg sandwich with gruyere + avocado + arugula + bacon. The juice (reddish/orange gradient one) was refreshing but not my favorite. No alcohol if you're planning to dine in and like mimosas. Doesn't matter to me as they have a great selection of unique juices. Haven't had them in a few years and am happy to report the quality seems to be just as good as I remember. Great delivery choice as nothing was forgotten, food was hot and fresh, and everything tasted great :) read more

First Watch - delivery from here seems to be a dependable choice! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

Ever since my daughter turned me onto this restaurant,I've gone there after my doctor appointments for brunch. The atmosphere and waitresses seem nice same with the cashiers. The food quality is different but great. Oh did I tell you My daughter also works there. Great thanks, Gary C read more

Really amazing every time. Love the new specials. And the servers are all very nice. Best blueberry pancakes in town. The biscuits and gravy are very delicious too! The his place never disappoints. Will always be back! read more

OH MYYYYY! The new Fall menu has arrived! The "Million Dollar Harvest Hash" is da Bomb! Bacon, Sweet potatoes, Goat cheese Oh my!!! Sarah Highly recommended this dish and she was spot on! Not sure how long the Fall menu will last so hurry! This restaurant is always spot on but today? Magnificent! read more

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This place is one of my favorite place. Such great foods and the kids love it as well. Always good service.

This is a world class place for breakfast. I had never been here before and was simply walking by while doing other shopping. The atmosphere is incredible and the place is very clean and modern. Our waitress was a wonderful woman named Perri and she was absolutely on top of everything. Fast, efficient and polite. She is very good at her job. My date and I had a veggie burger and a veggie omelette and both were great. The tomato soup might be the best I've ever had. This restaurant was worth the visit and I will surely be back. read more

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Awesome breakfast joint in Denver. Food was great, staff was quick and friendly. Drinks were good as well. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

I was visiting some friends in Colorado when we were hunting down some breakfast/brunch spots in Arvada. My friends have recently been here but it was my first time and WOW! everything was pretty great from the service, to the drinks and food, the atmosphere as well was pretty chill. It's definitely a must stop place to eat for my next visit to Colorado! read more

First Watch - Purple Haze drink - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

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I really love the veggie sandwich here. I think perhaps it's a tad overpriced for what you get, but I think the quality is good and I enjoyed my meal. I did the you pick two for lunch and alongside my veggie sando, I also had the kale salad which was also quite tasty. I would get that combo again! read more

service was good we sat at the community table so we didn't have to wait 15 minutes for a table. The food was great, we tried the lemon ricotta pancakes (which were massive) and I love the farmhouse skillet hash. Friendly people will come again. read more

The hostess was rude and needs more hospitality training. We were served 3 dirty drinking glass. Gross! The waiter was given to many tables. The food was ok. I got the smoked salmon Benedict, the salad had no taste. We spent over 100$ for brunch to get that type of service for brunch. read more

There was a short wait here when we came in on a holiday (4th of July), but I always take a wait as a sign of a good restaurant. I love that this location is really close to my house. I've been going to many breakfast/brunch places lately for biscuits and gravy, and First Watch definitely has one of the best. I love that it's a bit "healthier" with turkey sausage, the gravy had good flavor and not too salty, and biscuits were great. My daughter got the chocolate chip pancakes and bacon and she really enjoyed those. I tried the pancake and thought it was really good. I would like to try their other pancake flavors. Definitely will be coming back soon to get their biscuits and gravy, after hitting up more places to try. read more

First Watch - Biscuits and gravy with turkey sausage - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

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Nice atmosphere and friendly service. Pricing was acceptable with the amount of food. The quality of food was excellent I had the Parm hash with high mile potatoes. read more

I was looking for a nearby place to grab breakfast after dropping off my ballot. This came up after a quick Yelp search and had very good reviews. I made a quick jaunt to the place and was seated and having breakfast in short order. The seating is ample, and the interior of the place is very nice. I also received excellent service. I was wanting to go with coffee this morning, but the Stevia only choice for artificial sweeteners pretty much put the kibosh on that for me. The quality of the food was quite good overall. Honestly, my main complaint would be that it just came off as being rather overpriced for what I received. For my breakfast I went with the smashed avocado toast with egg on the side. The avocado was good, but I have had more interesting takes on this. The bread was an excellent quality, I felt it mine was quite under-toasted. When I pointed this out they quickly remedied it for me and I appreciated that. I thought the egg on the side could've been better prepared. They do something here called million dollar bacon. For those not familiar, this is basically their take on man-candy. It was five dollars worth of "sweet with heat" bacon. I must say it was rather good, and it was nice to see it available with breakfast, and not just as a late night offering at a trendy tavern. I would like to come here again in the future, particularly if somebody else was picking up the tab. This is most likely a good place for groups wanting brunch type offerings, where price is less of an issue. read more

First Watch - Avo toast w/ eggs and million dollar bacon in back - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

To start the food was fine, nothing impressive nor bad about it. However, the waiter my mother and I had was beyond snarky with a comment about my side dish. I broke my leg a few months ago and am unable to walk for another 6 weeks and I have gained a bit of weight and am already a bit plus size. I ordered the classic eggs Benedict and the waiter asked "what side would you like?" And I said "just the potatoes" and his response has bothered me since -"alright, so the potatoes instead of that side of vegetables...mkay.." with a tone. Just wow...Never going here again and I'll tell everyone I meet about how judgmental and rude the staff is. The waiter was a shorter gentleman with a blue nose stud. Don't let him serve you unless you want a snarky ass comment for no reason. Thanks for reminding me again that people truly don't think twice about what another is dealing with. read more

So good I bought their cook book. You can taste the high-quality food in every bite. Excellent. read more

First Watch - Cook book - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lakewood, Colorado

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Always had good experience with First Watch. The order was to-go. And a mess. No house made preserves were present. The large pancake came with an embarrassingly tiny portion of syrup. Instead of coffee there was some two toned layered juice beverage thing that I tried to drink but sucked my life away. Overall taste was good. Expected more from First Watch, especially well deep into the pandemic and one would think they would have to-go orders perfected. read more

Great service. Very good food . Absolutely think this chain is one of the tops . I have eaten there in 4 states . Never disappointed.

The million dollar bloody mary was amazing. Service was quick and to the point food was prompt and tasted great never had a bad time here