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    3.6 (66 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Two egg breakfast.
    Stephanie H.

    Service was great! The ambiance is cute farmhouse meets industrial. Food was fantastic with large servings!

    Frittata Rustica
    Torie P.

    We rode the Spyder over to First Watch this morning! It was busy, but we were seated right away. The things they are doing with strip mall spaces is great! The decor was rustic and super clean. Staff was pleasant and attentive. They have ton of options that are different from a regular southern breakfast. Lots of new choices! The food was fresh and tasted great!

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    Elizabeth M.

    As someone who grew up in Lynchburg with 0 brunch places, I'm so happy to see more popping up! I came here with my family on a Sunday morning. We joined the waitlist online so that when we got there, we could be seated right away. I got the Florentine Benedict (poached eggs on ciabatta with spinach, avocado, tomato, and hollandaise) which came with mixed greens dressed with lemon. It wasn't the best benedict I've ever had, but it was solid. I also got a Carrot Cake and Pecan Pancake for us all to split, which was super delicious. Service was fast and friendly. Overall, a great addition to the severely lacking brunch scene in Lynchburg!

    Rhea C.

    Best pancake in town! Went there after I have recovered and they did not disappoint. It was my partner's first time going there and he loved how their OJ were freshly squeezed. The eggs tasted very healthy I guess it's because their eggs are caged free as they swear by. Will be back for sure!

    The Trifecta
    Spencer P.

    I haven't been to a first watch in years. The first one I patroned was in VA beach. I was in town visiting family and came here on a Friday morning. We were sat promptly and service was good. My food was ok. I opted for the trifecta . I got pancakes which were crumbly and dry even with syrup butter and blueberry compote. The eggs were eggs. . The bacon and my iced coffee were the best part. The last time I'd gone I sat outside . My mom had never been. So when it came to check out neither of us knew we needed to walk to the front. We sat for another 10+ mins waiting for our waitress to come and take our payment. It wasn't until we saw another person walk up to the front with their receipt did we figure out we needed do the same to pay. We had alot to do that day so it was a waste of time and should definitely be mentioned.

    Ibalanky D.

    This was my first time visiting this restaurant, and it will not be my last. The food was very good. The service was top-notch. The atmosphere was very inviting.

    Works Omelet and potatoes
    Thomas G.

    Not the first First Watch I've been to and will not be the last. Always a solid option when we're traveling through VA. I really like that they leave the coffee craft on the table accompanied by the International Delight creamers.

    Tropical Sunrise and Purple Haze
    Sandy B.

    Absolutely amazing. This was our first time visiting a First Watch after a ton of recommendations - it exceeded expectations. The waitress was one of the nicest waitresses we've had anywhere. Service was fast even though it was very crowded. We both got the turkey sausage gravy with biscuits, eggs, and potatoes - 10/10, my boyfriend said it was the single best breakfast he has ever had. The breakfast mocktails were great too - we recommend the purple haze especially! The atmosphere was great - very open, bright, and clean! This is probably my single favorite breakfast place in Lynchburg. (Despite some other reviews complaining about the prices, you get a LOT of food that is super high quality, so I think the pricing is as it should be!) (Note: I have to have decaf coffee and the only thing I was saddened by was them not having decaf as part of their coffee menu! But it ended up being ok because the purple haze was amazing!)

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    Summer was the best server! So incredibly kind and attentive. Made sure we were taken care of.

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    Great breakfast spot. Nice menu. Little more cost than cracker barrel but menu is a step up.

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    Sorry, but way yyyyyyyyyyy too pricey. I believe in atmosphere, but come on. The bacon is awful unless you buy the premium bacon. Done

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    1 year ago

    The food was fantastic, and the service was great. Even though they were busy we were taken care of quickly.

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    The food is good and staffs are friendly service is speedy ambiance is semi modern price is reasonable so this is a rare gem.

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    Great choice of breakfast. Love the juices. Something for everyone. Good to call ahead and reserve. Great service!

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    Great food and service. Sometimes food takes awhile to come out, but always worth the wait

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    Service was great, food was delicious. Take advantage of the online waitlist! Kept our "In restaurant" wait time reasonable.

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    4.1(100 reviews)
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    Amazing! More than I could ever ask for. First, amazing…read morestaff! I went in bright and early 6:45am. I CANNOT STRESS THIS ENOUGH. Get the CINNAMON RAISIN PANCAKES, while you still can. Perfect crust! So cinnamon-y sweet I ate the whole thing without syrup! Soft scrambled eggs were like heaven. Pork sausage links were so juicy. The grilled potato's so, so good, paired with the sausage it was the perfect amount of salt. I also got a side of sautéed mushrooms, you cannot go wrong with that combo if you love all of these things. The chef really cares for his craft. The vibe of the Acorn Hill Lodge And Bistro is absolutely adorable. Neon light sign in the window, Christmas lights wrapped around supports. Not too bright, not too dark. Again, perfect for early morning! They have more amenities and businesses on sight I hope to check out in the future. No photos, I ate it all too fast. Sorry, not sorry. 10/10! Get those Pancakes!

    The service was terrible. The waitress didn't come to our table, I had to flag her down to just ask…read morefor water. We waited 45 minutes for our meals, and it was not busy at all. The waitress never apologized or explained. I had to ask for a box and the check because she was just looking at me without saying anything. Also the food wasn't fantastic either. The eggs weren't totally cooked, the quesadilla was soggy on one side, and I asked for an English muffin but got white bread instead. We asked for berries on the French toast and that was not added. For waiting 45 minutes the meal wasn't anything special. Im giving it a 2 star because the food wasn't disgusting and the environment was relaxing and laid back, oh and the friendly black cat when we walked in was cute.

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    The Bagel & I - Bacon egg and cheese on an everything bagel

    The Bagel & I

    4.0(77 reviews)
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    A large shop with the capacity to handle a crowd, though the space feels dated. It wasn't busy…read moreduring this visit, which made the outcome more noticeable once the food arrived. **FOOD** The bagel breakfast sandwiches missed on basic execution. Bagels came out cold and firm, closer to hard than fresh. The egg and cheese portions were light, leaving the sandwich dry and unbalanced. For the price, it doesn't hold up. The latte didn't help. It tasted flat and mechanical, like it came straight from a push-button machine rather than being made with any care. Both kids left food on the table, which doesn't happen often. That usually tells the story without needing much explanation. **SERVICE** Ordering was simple and the food came out without delay. No issues with accuracy, but the interaction stayed at a surface level. It moved efficiently, just without much attention beyond that. Service: **AMBIENCE** The space is functional and sizable, but dated. It feels built for volume rather than comfort. There's nothing actively wrong with it, but there's also nothing pulling you to stay. Ambiance: **CLOSING** There's a disconnect between what's being charged and what's being delivered. The foundation is simple. Bagels, eggs, coffee. None of it requires complexity, just consistency and attention. Right now, it leans too far toward routine without enough care behind it. The steady traffic is hard to explain. Ratings Food: ** Service: *** Ambiance: *** Overall: **/* Personal Disclaimer: I value small, independent restaurants and want them to succeed. This review reflects a single visit and may not represent every experience. ***EVERY RESTAURANT IS WORTH TRYING FOR YOURSELF. Go, see what you get, and be honest in how you evaluate it.*** I've worked as an executive chef, restaurant manager, and owner. I tend to hold places to a higher standard. Execution matters. Freshness matters. Effort shows. Cutting corners usually does too.

    Friendly and quick service, delicious bagel lunch with our grandchildren…read more They got chewy blueberry bagels and a smoothie. The adults had so many choices. The Wynhurst (chicken salad ) was scrumptious! We also liked the Thomas Jefferson. Perfect ambience for a quick family lunch.

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