I absolutely loved this spot. I went this weekend with my fiance, mother, aunt, and cousin, and we had a fabulous time. The drinks were incredible, the starters - unbeatable, and the entrees made up the best breakfast I've had in a very long time. We ordered Rainbow Toast to share, which ensured we all got in our fruit servings for the day. The Morning Meditation drink is made with orange juice, beet juice, turmeric, lemon, ginger, and agave, and let me just say, whether you're into juicing or not, this drink will make you want to try it again and again. The Million Dollar Bacon came drizzled with a cayenne maple syrup and cooked to perfection, and I thought the table might break out into a fight over who got the last piece. The Smoked Salmon Benedict was called something else, and I won't tell you everything about it, but imagine if Eggs Benedict met Bagels and Lox, but instead of bagel, you got cibatta bread as a base. THAT is the glory that was my breakfast at First Watch. Aside from all that, my fiance got the Elote Mexican Street Corn Hash, which was smokey and hearty and bright all at once. It came with roasted corn, potatoes, eggs, the best chorizo I've ever tasted, and scallions, topped with sliced avocado, cojito cheese, and a chipotle crema. They also brought out a slice of fresh lime, and house made corn tortilla's to pull it all together. After stuffing myself with everything I had ordered, I jealously watched him finish his meal, wishing I had more room to enjoy some of his! We can't wait to go back, and its something I can feel good about indulging in because everything on the menu is made with healthy ingredients, served with fresh greens, or not an enormous serving. As someone who works in the Nutrition community, I found this place to be worth every penny. read more

A perfect way to start the weekend... since we go here almost every weekend! Great menu with plenty of options. Quick service, friendly staff. Love the farm fresh decor! Anything you order is fresh, and filling:) read more

Delicious eggs benedict on spinach. Coffee fresh and hot. It will be my new go to breakfast/ lunch place.

Not a bad breakfast, I had the special corn hash but was mainly potatoes with a very small amount of corn, it was tasty but not what I was expecting. My wife had eggs Benedict and was great. Server not very friendly. Would I go back? Maybe. read more

Finally tried this place for lunch. Why haven't I tried it earlier? Well, the name and logo turned us off. One of us thought it was a security company, and another thought it was a religious reading room. Yeah...we never noticed the fork. Very clean, nice atmosphere. Lots of healthful options on the menu. I had the Santa Fe salad. It was filled with fresh ingredients, and very tasty. My friend had the quinoa with cherries. Looked incredible. She was very happy with it. Too much to finish, and she took the rest home. The breakfast options looked good; I may try those next. No one tried to sell us a security system, or make us read any tracts. Go figure. read more

I love this place. It is really clean and friendly. There is something for everyone. The healthy options are plentiful, vegetarians have many things to choose from. They can make anything to order and don't mind making changes to a dish. The Orange juice was truly fresh and the fruit was not from a can. If you are going to order the pancakes, they say they are big and they are. They are the size of the plate, but really tasty. Prices are very reasonable for the great food you get read more

This place is okay for a quick breakfast. The employees were very nice even though it was packed with customers. We were put at a table that I felt was too close to the door. Cold air was coming in and the crowd was too close for comfort. Luckily I sat with my back to them. I had the Via Vento omelet. Unfortunately, I could barely taste and see the cheese. The potatoes were fine. read more

I come here once a week. I get an omelet and either a Kale Tonic or a Day Glow. Very heathy food. read more

First Watch - Greek Fetish Omelet substitute cinnamon raisin toast, coffee, kale tonic. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Mayfield Heights, Ohio

The fact that the food is all organic/cage free makes me feel a lot better about eating it. This food is classic but also experimental in some cases like it's "million dollar bacon" which if you like bacon/brown sugar, give that a go please. they also have a million different health options like their açaí bowl and their whole grain options. the decor is also fun/classic. give this place a try if you haven't already. read more

They had good orange juice. I liked the chocolate chip pancake. They were nice. But they reached over my child to poor coffee and left the hot pot next to my child read more

First time at First Watch. Wife and I came up to visit an arboretum and this was where we had breakfast after our first night. Not far from the Hotel. Mary was waiting on a large group and seated us at a table. I had the Inspired Italian omelet with potato chunks and coffee. Wife had French Toast with melted butter, maple syrup and bacon and OJ. The food was excellent, hot and tasty and made perfectly. Coffee tasted great and an insulated carafe was placed on the table so I never had to wait for a coffee refill. Our Waitress (blond haired lady) was friendly and answered my wife's questions. The atmosphere was a barnyard theme. Tables were clean as was the floor. Didn't visit the restrooms. Definitely return here in the future. read more

My new favorite entree at First Watch is the Chicken Quinoa Pesto Bowl....yum! Perfectly cooked quinoa, with gently wilted kate, shredded carrots, sundried tomatoes, grilled chicken drizzled in a divine pesto sauce and sprinkled with feta cheese. I could eat this everyday:-) read more

They used good technology for the waiting list. Walked in and we were seated immediately. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was very good. We got chocolate chip pancakes, lemon ricotta pancakes, million dollar bacon, and ham and it was very good. The wait was not long. The menu is huge and has many options. I need to go there more often! read more

From being at other locations, my expectations were met. Friendly fast service. Really good food! I got the Power Wrap with a side of fresh salsa. Really delicious, but simple. Neat, tightly made wrap with egg whites, cheese (Swiss), big chunks of mushrooms and spinach in a sun-dried tomato wrap. I also got fresh fruit as a side and was pleasantly surprised to find each piece was edible - not hard and not flavorless as many fruit cups tend to be. Even the out of season pineapple was delicious. Check online for nutritional information. I haven't tried it, but they were advertising an app called Nowait that let's you get on the wait list before you even arrive and allows you to see your place in line when you get close to the restaurant and receive a text when your table is ready so you can be shopping in nearby stores. read more

Wow probably the best breakfast I've had in a long time. Had the Eggs Benedict Florentine style and fell in love! My first time here and I will definitely come back! Prices are pretty reasonable for a nicer breakfast place that serve fresh ingredients. read more

The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is nice but missing a warmth, maybe it is to open. The food is decent but could use more. My omelet did not pop with flavor as one would expect, loaded with ingredients. Then pancakes were a bit dry and lacking in flavor but still decent. Staff friendly read more

Love this place! Love that they have so many menu items with avocado - my favorite! I tried breakfast and lunch items and was happy with everything I ate there so far. The Baja turkey burger is juicy and delicious. The soups and the omelets are great! My husband isn't the biggest fan cause the menu is pretty limited and the choices are healthy, which means no big burgers and such. So probably not the right place for everyone. But I love it! read more

I would love to leave a review on the food... but unfortunately, after my sister and I sat for 20 minutes without even having our drink order taken... we left and went to another place to eat. I understand it's Saturday, I understand it was busy... but seriously... and also the hostess was SUPER rude to both customers and staff... read more

When I discovered First Watch, I was excited to find a healthier restaurant. I've been to the one in Hermitage, TN about seven times so far and I'm still impressed. I usually call in my to-go lunch order before I leave work and by the time I get there, it is ready for me to enjoy. I bought their cook book and so far very happy with the recipes. The Morning Meditation drink is my favorite juice...so healthy! As far as dining in, First Watch is a very busy place but the wait is worth it every time. The wait is usually not over 15 minutes...much less wait time than Cracker Barrel plus the food is better. The Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl is very good. I've never been a fan of quinoa until First Watch. The Farmhouse Hash and Chicken Salad Melt are favorites too. The Rainbow Toast will be the next meal I order and I'm looking forward to it! read more

Very well done. This location is way better than the Rocky River location. Cute interior, fantastic menu with lots of healthier options, and hello, BRIOCHE bread. My fave. Repeat after me: BREE-yo-shuh. The Croque Madame is great, but it arrived a tad on the colder side (thus the 4-star review). Warm that baby up a few extra degrees and I'm in. I usually order the Elevated Egg Sandwich---it is my favorite. Attentive service. read more

Pancakes yum Customer Service yum (so nice!) Thank you. I grew up here and used Yelp to find a brunch place to take my parents to after coming back from LA for the weekend with my husband and we had the most lovely time there today. Service with a smile, real hospitality. . .Our waitress had long, light brown hair -- don't know what her name was, but she seemed to be part of an excellent team @ FW. . . read more

This is a common lunch place for my friend and I. Decent menu with different options. I go with the you pick two. Today I had italian wedding soup that was very good and half a turkey club. I would get both again. I have had the tomato basil soup before and it wasn't bad! Prices aren't bad I paid $10 for soup and half a sandwich. Staff is friendly, however today our server forgot a few things that we asked for twice. The place can get busy so sometimes you will have to wait. read more

Finally, a healthy, tasty option in the area! The Market Hash was super fresh veggies with eggs and an English muffin with tasty strawberry jam. My mother got the muesli with yogurt and it was also very good. Everything was good and felt very healthy and energizing! I'll totally be back for brunch that makes you ready to start the day instead of ready for a nap. read more

First Watch - Muesli with fresh fruit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Mayfield Heights, Ohio

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Just visiting area and yelped where to go for brunch. Yelp steered me right this place was very tasty and healthy!! I has the crepeseggs healthy and tasty daughter had the sourdough pancakes she thought they were perfect. read more

I had the Cherry chicken quinoa power bowl. It was good! Staff is friendly. Prices are reasonable. Service is fast. The decor is a little drab but that is the only semi-negative thing. I will definitely come back. read more

First Watch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Mayfield Heights, Ohio

Food is always consistently good. Staff is always friendly. There's usually a line but I've never had to wait longer than 20 minutes. Pancakes and the chickicanga our both favorites. Be careful not all the locations have to same items. Sometimes online shows something that's not on the menu, read more

By accident we stopped her and it was awesome! The food was amazing, so many good choices didn't know what to order. Would surely recommend going here! read more

How can you go wrong with healthy brunch options? You can't! The service varies from slightly slow to super fast depending on the time you arrive due to its popularity and small size. Everything is delicious. If you've been to other local locations you will most likely receive the same menu. If you haven't been in a few years the menu has changed but favorites like the Trifecta are still around. Always look at the chalkboard when you walk in for daily specials. If the millionaire's bacon is offered, you should get it. It is a sweet piece of bacon heaven. The decor is warm and inviting. read more

Very disappointed. Checked in online with yelp and was stated 14-24 minutes. When arrived 18 minutes later, we were told it would be another 10-15 minutes. They had difficulty with getting us on the list and stated that this time starts when we arrive. What is the point of checking in ahead of time? read more

I've been to the University Heights location a few times but I've only dined at the Mayfield Heights location once, the day after Thanksgiving. The decor is very rustic -- lots of wood -- and very homey looking. I don't know if all the locations have changed to this type of decor but we really liked it! There were four of us and everyone really enjoyed our food. The waitress was very attentive on an extremely busy day. It's nice to know that there is such a nice breakfast/brunch/lunch spot close to home and we will certainly be back! read more

This place is not the best place to eat not many drink choices soft drinks are very flat and the restrooms are not the best read more

First Watch - This is a chocolate chip pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Mayfield Heights, Ohio

Came on a Tuesday am at 10 & no waiting. Service was excellent. Drinks immediately & all requests granted quickly with a smile. I love the carafe of coffee on the table & specialty creamers. We ordered The Works omelette & Pumpkin pancakes. Both delicious & filling. Multi grain toast with home made jam was yummy! Millionaires bacon a bit pricey but fun to try at least once! Even offered a coffee to go. From beginning to end a great experience. read more

Great place. Great service. Great food. Fresh, high quality ingredients that are well prepared. It costs a bit more but you're going to leave happy. Highly recommended read more

I went came here to try them out and they were fine food was fresh as everyone's says but I was blown by the price.

Great breakfast place. A lot of choices for breakfast. Different from other breakfast place.

Good "breakfast" food. Quite a busy place but still had quick service. Kid friendly too!

Been here a couple times it's not bad for the most part but could be better for the prices they charge. Service is good the freshly squeezed juice and juice combos are pretty good and a nice change out of the ordinary. Pancakes are average the food I ordered was good but nothing great. Maybe it's just me because I don't like whole grain whole wheat breads but the whole grain bread they served with my breakfast was nasty! Fresh preserves were way to sweet for me and I like sweet stuff and am quite overweight! Couldn't eat those though. Eggs good coffee good fresh and different menu not your day in and day out typical menu fare . Cozy & roomy. Will go back but won't make it my regular spot. read more

I have been to this First Watch three time within a week. The location was perfect as it is across the street from Hillcrest Hospital where a family member was undergoing several procedures after an emergency. Having a clean and welcoming option for lunch that also has consistently great food was exactly what I needed to take a break from the twelve-hour days sitting in a hospital room. I will definitely return when I am in the area and highly suggest First Watch for anyone looking for an ideal breakfast or lunch spot. read more

For being someone that typically prefers a local joint over a chain this place gets high marks for service and menu creativity. Let's face it, eastsiders have a pretty limited range of choices when it comes to breakfast joints (or any other restaurants for that matter), so I am happy to add a great breakfast place to my repertoire. There was 3 different menu items that I had a hard time choosing between for brunch, I settled on the Chickenchanga per the servers recommendation and boy was that thing deee-licious! The salsa verde that was served alongside it was excellent and I'd be happy topping just about anything in that sauce. The service was good, on par with what one would expect. I really enjoyed the oversized booths, there was enough room to spread out, something you typically don't find in breakfast joints. All in all, I can't wait to return to try some other menu items! read more

We live near the lake but go to First Watch as a treat.. I think the food is excellent. I have a suggestion to the owners- teach your waitresses to have an upbeat attitude. The couple of times we have come for lunch, they seem so laid back and in no hurry and really need some coaching on being upbeat and personable. I lay this at the feet of the person who hires them. read more