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    3.6 (468 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
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    Christy C.

    First watch has great service! The ambiance is nice bc you can choose to sit inside or outside and the tables are spaced apart so that you don't feel like you are on top of the table beside you. I have had a couple of ok food experiences there. I will recommend the pancakes and the bacon. Drinks are always good! Sign up for their emails and you get a buy one get one coupon on your birthday!

    Dalila D.

    Briana was our waitress and was a simply a pleasure to have her spirit around. She's personable! Made my mom's birthday breakfast feel like homemade. Thank you first watch and please know you have a great asset to you establishment. Thank you for the smiley face on the pancake

    Jennifer E.

    Came for lunch on a Friday at 12 pm. Was not packed and immediately sat. They do have a parking lot which plenty of parking spaces. It is a bit small and shared with other businesses, so I can see it being a bit packed during peak hours. The food was delicious! I got a the farm house hash skillet bowl, and it was delicious! Everything tasted fresh and was seasoned to perfection. Their seasonal watermelon juice was so refreshing! It was not too sweet and not too bitter. The perfect consistency. Definitely will be back to try other dishes.

    RA C.

    First Watch - Matthews - Soooooo good!! Loved the blueberry lemon corn bread! Grits were spot on. Million dollar bacon was SWEET - but good. Great roast beef and Gruyère with creamy horse radish on sourdough bread! The tomato soup was wonderful as well loved dunking our sandwiches in it. Worth a visit. Busy?? But the staff is on point!

    Holly D.

    The coffee was delicious. I enjoyed my almond butter, toast the million dollar bacon was really good. The cornbread was served cold asked them to warm it came out warm still not warm enough to melt the butter, in a cast-iron pan. Disappointing.

    Brown spoiled Avocado toast

    The atmosphere and service was average. However, we came here for the food and it was unacceptable quality. Coffee was gas station quality. What breakfast/brunch place doesn't have an espresso machine nowadays? I ordered the avocado toast and the avocado came out brown and tasted spoiled. The eggs on the side were watery like they cooked them in a pan with water instead of oil/butter. Eggs and avocado were flavorless. Don't waste your precious time/money coming here.

    Mike S.

    I have to confess the first time I went to a First Watch location in another state I didn't realize they were a chain. I was very impressed and upon learning they were a chain I immediately had to look up the nearest locations. I came into the Matthews location for Sunday brunch. There was quite a line of people waiting to be seated but it moved quickly and after a 30 minute wait we got our table for two. The restaurant like the other location I've been to has an urban farmhouse aesthetic and despite a large interior the tables are packed in pretty tightly to seat a lot of diners. I decided on the ham and Gruyère melt along with some home fries and a side of bacon. Of course I had to get a mimosa as well. After our meal we also tried some coffee and the mint iced mocha was incredible. First Watch is easily one of my favorite chain restaurants and this location did not disappoint. The food is fresh and the menu is extensive with a mix of classic breakfast staples and some bold twists as well.

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    my server name is Briana and very kind. She is the face of the place for this establishment excellent hostess. very personable caring

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    Very tasty egg sandwich and coffee was great we don't go on weekends it is too crowded . The food is always good tho!

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    Briana, our waitress was terrific. Food and coffee was good as always. Will visit again.

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    Stacks Kitchen

    4.2(483 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    I love Stacks! It's a local favorite. The food is great and always awesome portions. If you like…read moreomelettes, this is your spot. Fresh ingredients from local sources adds to the value. The toughest part is the wait if you're not early. Otherwise, it's like a great meal in a "supersized small town" breakfast spot.

    We went to this little diner-like restaurant on the recommendation of a friend. We went on Memorial…read moreDay and there was about a fifteen minute wait for our party of two. First impression was good. The restaurant itself looked clean and family-oriented. It had a diner-like feel. We ordered breakfast. (Breakfast is served all day.) Our server was very pleasant, attentive and friendly. I ordered one chocolate chip pancake with strawberries and whipped cream, and a turkey sausage patty. My husband had an omelet with hash browns and a biscuit. Overall, we thought everything was very good. My husband said he prefers his hash browns more browned and crunchy; and that his biscuit could have been a little better, but he was still pleased with his meal. I have no complaints about my pancake and turkey sausage. The thing I liked most about this place was that there were many choices on the menu, and the prices were reasonable. Finally, a place you can enjoy that has good food, a nice atmosphere and won't cost you an arm and a leg. This is closest to a real diner that I've eaten at in a long time. As we waited for our food to come out (which didn't take long at all), we noticed other waitstaff delivering amazing-looking food to tables. Our mouths were watering!! We will definitely be back. A very enjoyable experience.

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    Beef liver with bacon, coleslaw and green beans

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    Metro Diner

    Metro Diner

    4.0(502 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    Thank you to Sean at Metro Diner for making my pickup order experience great! I was picking up a…read morespecial lunch order for my team in recognition of Employee Appreciation, and Sean took the extra time to make sure everything was perfect. He double-checked that the order was correct and made sure I had extra utensils, condiments, and everything we needed. That level of service really stands out. It meant a lot to me because this was something special I was doing for my team, and Sean helped make sure it went smoothly. Thank you again! Although I didn't get pictures of the food this time, everything was amazing. I will definitely be back and will take pictures next time. Please check them out, won't be disappointed.

    First and foremost, I want to preface by saying I believe in second chances and redemption, not…read moretrickery and bribes. Typically, when someone from a restaurant reaches out to me about my review, especially when they are not 5 star, I instantly become skeptical. However, this owner made me feel comfortable to share my thoughts and explain how my visit went before anything else. Over the years, I have received tons of owners offering me a free meal in exchange for my integrity but I could tell this owner was extremely genuine and wanted to make sure my voice was heard. The initial post will remain the same but I wanted to amend some of the initial remarks including the service. The first time I tried this place, I received service that was not in alignment to the core values and standards this restaurant upholds, which, I am human and I have worked in food service for years so trust me, I get it. Since being back twice since my initial visit, I have been treated like family. The service has been up to par and the staff has been incredibly friendly. As far as the ambiance, it gives the feel of an old diner which makes it charming and lovable. Perhaps, some restorations and furnishings can be done nothing that isn't manageable. Lastly, I wanted to make sure to do a thorough review of the menu so when I went back twice after my initial review, I tried a menu item for each the breakfast menu and the dinner menu. The food was great! It was favorable, warm and packed with fresh ingredients. I tried the ribs and Mac and cheese as well as a breakfast plate on two separate occasions without letting the restaurant know I was coming back for a remake. The only thing I wasn't super thrilled about was the Mac and Cheese, other than that it was good. It goes to saying that their standards are commendable as they do care about their service, food and experience of the customers.

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    The Flying Biscuit Cafe - Truffle fries

    The Flying Biscuit Cafe

    3.7(58 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    Stopped by for brunch yesterday with my sister, mom, and puppy. It's pet friendly outside on the…read morepatio so we grabbed a table there. Our server was super fast and made sure we were taken care of. I ordered the chicken Caesar salad wrap that came with truffle fries. I've never had truffle fries anywhere else that actually stayed hot the entire meal. So good! The chicken Caesar salad wrap was interesting too because the chicken it in stayed warm as well which make it really good surprisingly! My mom had the chicken sausage and side of French toast and she loved them both it's her go to order there. My sister had the biscuits and gravy and she said they were delish too which was a switch up from her usual grits bowl order. Always a good time at flying biscuit, we'll be back soon!

    I haven't been to Flying Biscuit in years, so I decided to stop by for breakfast and it did not…read moredisappoint (well... mostly ). Passion Fruit Mimosa Hands down the star of the morning! Refreshing, bright, and the perfect start to breakfast. Chorizo Hash A solid choice. I was expecting a bit more spice and depth of flavor, but it was still a tasty and hearty meal. Single "Fluffy" Pancake Unfortunately, this one missed the mark. Nothing fluffy about it and it was thin and overcooked. Definitely room for improvement here. Apple Butter & Biscuits The apple butter paired with their biscuits? Chef's kiss. Absolutely delicious. Overall: I'd still recommend Flying Biscuit if you're looking for a warm, hearty breakfast spot. There are definite hits on the menu, and with a few tweaks, the experience could be even better. I'd go back!

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    Vicious Biscuit - The Fat Boy

    Vicious Biscuit

    4.3(304 reviews)
    4.3 miArboretum
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    First time here with my daughter. I have to say the food is so so yummy!!! Wish I lived closer I'd…read morebe here every day.

    Yep, they did it: impressed me so much that I am giving it one of my few-and-far-in between,…read moreprecious, five star ratings. They are THAT good. Biscuits and gravy are a southern staple and rarely have I had any that were really good, except here at Vicious Biscuit. Biscuits are their business. The most important elements are the biscuits and the gravy. Additions are many and varied, but if the basic two items are not both excellent, you will have a disappointing experience. The Vicious biscuit is the size of a hamburger bun. It is soft and there are bits of spice in the dough. These biscuits do not fall apart, but stay together and serve to soak up the wonderful sausage gravy that is poured on top of it. You can order just a biscuit with gravy for $8. And if you are timid, start here. Otherwise, there are add-ons like very good fried chicken, shrimp and grits, ham, pulled smoked pork, crab, bacon, fried shrimp. fried eggs and other combos. Super choices, so take time to study the menu which is extensive. Portions are great, very generous. I had their Vicious ($12). It was their Cheddar jalapeño biscuit, crispy fried chicken, maple sausage gravy, cowboy candy, with maple syrup drizzle. I was hesitant as to the maple syrup, but it is just enough to give accent to the gravy, but not super sweet. Wife had Fried Green 'Maters ($9.50) which were four fried green tomatoes, their signature pimento cheese with a pickled okra garnish. She could not eat it all, so I helped finish off the lone tomato and a bit of the cheese. Very good. Vicious Biscuit is more that a meal, it is an experience, even a journey, through this traditional southern staple, biscuits and gravy. Enjoy the trip. We might see you there.

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    The Loyalist Market - Guiness stew

    The Loyalist Market

    4.5(244 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Really enjoyed my lunch here! Great outdoor patio, service was attentive and helpful, and they have…read morea great selection of sandwiches and salads. I had the blueberry and grape salad with turkey (per our servers recommendation). I was skeptical of turkey on a salad, but it was shredded up and was a really great compliment. Would definitely return!

    The Loyalist Market is a gem of a restaurant tucked away in a Matthews shopping center. As a…read morebusiness their specialty is made to order charcuterie boards and they boast a large selection of locally sourced cheeses and meats. Inside however they also have a market featuring lots of local products, and a sit down cafe serving up salads and toasted sandwiches. I came in here on a quiet Sunday afternoon and we elected to sit outside in their walled in patio area. It was a pleasant place to sit and our service was prompt and friendly. For my sandwich I chose the turkey chipotle bacon without the tomatoes. The sandwich tasted great and the bread was toasted nicely. If I have one complaint it's that for $14.00 I think the sandwich could have been a bit bigger, or maybe I was just too hungry because I scarfed it down in an instant! Still the chips that accompanied it were a good snack and I enjoyed my meal. This is definitely a good spot to grab a lunch, I wish I had more time and I would have enjoyed the opportunity to browse their market. Matthews has a lot of great locally owned spots and this is for sure one of them.

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    Wine that I wish I'd ordered.

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    Fresh Chef Kitchen

    4.4(238 reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $$

    Let's go start to finish…read more We walked in and we were immediately greeted by smiling faces and girls who showed up to work! They sat us promptly with food and drink menus. Our waitress, Zoe, was phenomenal. They may have been out of the wine we ordered but she was very suggestive of another alternative that turned out to be even better. She came back, took our orders and not to our surprise, it all came out perfect because she was very in tune when taking our orders. Several people checked on us throughout our dining experience. However, Alex, he stood out. He made sure to clean extra plates and glasses out of our way and made sure we were having a great time there. Overall, this restaurant has always been a go to, but tonight, it'll be a weekly must. Love their specials and wine selection! Just wish they were open one hour later during the week!

    Talk about a true neighborhood spot; this place is the definition of it. The food is really…read moredelicious, the staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the whole atmosphere feels warm and inviting. My only critique is that the appetizer selection is a bit limited, but the huge variety of main dishes more than makes up for it. I had the gumbo over rice, which was fantastic, and my wife ordered the shrimp, which was also amazing. I love this place and will definitely be back. Very homey, very friendly, and exactly the kind of spot you want in your neighborhood.

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