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    2 by 2 Deal with Ham and Gruyere sandwich and I forgot name of salad.
    Valerie M.

    Really liked the juice, Morning Meditation with Immunity Boost. Coffee and Mimosa is a good start too. The menu offers your basic breakfast options and some less than usual. The best, iyam, are the Avocado Toast because they put a good amount of smashed avocado on top of the toast and it's served with two eggs cooked to your liking. I also like the Trifecta with the waffle, two eggs, choice of meat, waffle. Assorted goodness. They also have delicious Salads and really tasty Sandwiches. Service varies, but typically we have had good to exceptional service. Sadly our more recent visit was not up to par. The young lady taking care of our table seemed distracted. Items ordered lagged, when it did arrive it was not cooked as specifically requested. Item was sent back and replacement came less desirable than the one delivered previously. When it came time to drop the check she asked me and my friend if we had coffee. By the process of elimination AND by glancing at the table she could've easily seen three coffee cups, placed in front of those that did order and were drinking coffee. Again, service is generally good and attentive. It was just unfortunate we we seated in this servers station. Oh, and the parking lot here can be chaotic. Pack your patience.

    Honey Chipotle Chicken Hash
    Candii B.

    This is hands down my favorite First Watch location in Mesa! I always look forward to trying the seasonal menu items here because there's always something new that's both eye-catching and mouthwatering. The restaurant itself is always clean and lively, and I didn't have to wait at all to be seated during my visit. Our server, Stephany, was super friendly and attentive. My boyfriend and I both went for the seasonal options: * Maple Bacon Croissant Sandwich (Million Dollar Bacon, sausage patty, cage-free eggs, pickled jalapeños, aged Cheddar, and bacon apricot jam on a buttery croissant round with seasoned potatoes). * Honey Chipotle Chicken Hash (chipotle-glazed chicken, bacon, peppers, onions, Cheddar, Monterey Jack, potato hash, eggs, Cotija, pickled red onions, avocado, lime crema, and scallions). Both dishes were absolutely delicious! The apricot jam on the croissant sandwich paired perfectly with the spicy jalapeño, and the chipotle hash had the ideal balance of savory and sweet. First Watch is always a great choice!

    Morning meditation
    Chris S.

    Always a go to spot. Lots of seats but sometimes a short wait, go on the website to get in line early. Great service and really well made food with fresh ingredients. Seasonal menus every quarter makes for a new experience. Love their fresh juices and many healthy options (not just substitute egg whites). My dad and I have a tradition going here after Pats Run.

    The Yelp for the Dobson location states dogs allowed (likely on patio).

    DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED, EVEN ON PATIO. Absolutely disappointed by this location. Their Yelp shows that dogs are allowed, and past reviews on Google reviews even discuss customers bringing their dogs to this location. We were turned away before even making it to the door by a hostess with the manager right behind her for backup. We were told only service dogs are allowed, even on the patio. Please update your Yelp information to state this as it is very misleading and very inconvenient to drive all the way out here to be turned away on miscommunication.

    Omelette
    Yu W.

    My first time in Mesa location! I've been to the Tempe ASU first watch for many times. Both locations have good food and nice vibe. Sometimes Tempe location was slow with the food serving tho but I still like to go. It's been a long time since I have been to first watch. When I opened their menu, I was surprised by their price--after the egg price went up and all the other places raised their prices, first watch still kept their very reasonably priced menu. I believe it was around 12-13 for this huge plate of omelette. And the food is as good as before. The omelette is fluffy and filled with bacon and avocado. The bread is buttered in the kitchen. I tried my very best but I still couldn't finish the whole plate. I will always recommend a casual brunch with friends at first watch! And now, I would even recommend the mesa location a little bit more. You can even go to the Costco nearby after finishing brunch

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    Gabby M.

    Delicious!! Another fav brunch spot! Everything is always fresh &' good!! Everyone is always friendly definitely recommend

    Taylor W.

    Stopped in for a quick Easter breakfast. We were greeted & seated promptly. Our server was friendly and efficient. I went for the healthy turkey omelette, and my husband ordered the trifecta. Everything came out cooked to perfection. A go-to spot if you're looking for a consistent, quick but delicious brunch.

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    Jori S.

    This is a fun breakfast spot that I definitely recommend! The service was attentive and kind, which made us feel really welcomed. It wasn't too busy, even for a Thursday morning, so we never felt rushed. I ordered the Parma skillet and it was really good--flavorful, hearty, and perfectly crispy and soft. While I didn't try any drinks or juices this time, they looked super fun and creative. I definitely recommend!

    Liszette G.

    The service was fast, we were seated right away for a party of 2, and the waffle had the perfect crunch. The meal was a little basic, but the bacon and good drink made up for it.

    Birthday Breakfast with mom
    Michael F.

    I took my mom out for a birthday brunch after her doctor's appointment, and we decided to try First Watch. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, service was good and it was perfect for our special occasion. My mom sampled the breakfast special from their holiday menu; the Steak & Eggs, which she said were cooked to perfection, while I opted for the Chicken & Gruyere Omelette, It was originally Ham, but I don't eat pork! Potatoes were okay, but the toasts didn't come with butter. A little bummed about that, but oh well. We also had the coffee with hazelnut - a delightful touch! Overall, it was a lovely experience, not perfect, but I still recommend it for a casual yet delicious brunch.

    Stephen K.

    Wife and I came by for breakfast about 10am today. Wife had an omelet with potatoes and I had skillet hash. Everything was OK except for the potatoes. If you're going to clea the grill of 6am potatoes, please don't serve them to customers. PS. Melissa is the bomb.

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    Really good spot. A little pricey but very good quality food, and service was great.

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    The plates are big and a lot of food, I would go there again. It looks remodeled inside. The waiters and waitresses are nice also.

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    Pretty good. I've had the salmon Benedict twice and both times the dish has cold which I wasn't expecting.

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