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    4.3 (110 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Chile Chorizo Omelet
    Amritpal W.

    First Watch was a great breakfast spot! The omelet was fresh, fluffy, and flavorful, and the toast was perfectly crispy. Everything looked clean, fresh, and nicely presented. I'd definitely come back for brunch. We came here two days in a row.

    Amber P.

    Cute location, everything was good. We tried one of the French toasts, eggs Benedict and smoked salmon Benedict as well as an omelet. Their mimosas are good as well tasted like fresh orange juice

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    Laura S.

    Our uber driver suggested this brunch spot and so we checked it out and it was amazing!! The place was busy and the waiting room is small, but worth it! The first look inside was beautiful and spacious! We got a big booth table right next to the bathroom, but it fit all 8 of us. They even have a farm table at the top of the stairs. The food was out of this world! Definitely ate almost my whole breakfast, my sister finished her whole cinnamon chip pancake breakfast. The coffee was awesome. And the waitress was so attentive and friendly. Definitely recommend this spot if you want some good 'ol fashioned country breakfast with a warm atmosphere!

    French Toast
    Abigail R.

    This is my first time coming to first watch. I have them in Houston and I've just never been because I don't have one around the corner like other brunch places. Everything we ordered was large portions and the prices were not bad at all. I literally got French toast and a soda for 20 bucks. And the French toast came with like a blueberry compote. No complaints about my food and I also enjoyed that they allow you to self serve coffee while you're waiting in line for a table so that's why I ordered a soda because I already had my coffee while waiting. Not sure if all the locations are like this, but the one in downtown Nashville was very pretty and a loft vibe to it. I highly recommend if you're looking for a quick inexpensive breakfast brunch in Nashville.

    Chickichanga
    Kevin L.

    My mom wanted to come here on St. Patty's to get corned beef hash. Unfortunately she didn't read that it was just hash, so she had the farmhouse hash while I had the chickenchanga. Both were very good. We had walked in with a party of 10 at 10 am and got seated immediately. Nice staff and a good breakfast. Guess we will be making mom corned beef hash once we get home.

    Pomegranate sunrise
    Amneris M.

    Love First Watch! Wish I had went sooner during our trip. They have many healthy options. Everything came out delicious and it's such a cute place. Love the decor inside. I had the Pomegranate Sunrise and the Elevated Egg sandwich. My husband had the Morning Meditation juice with the Trifecta, which he chose waffle and bacon as his choices. Would definitely be back for more, great place, and great staff!

    Morning Meditation
    Jeff D.

    This was such a nice find for breakfast. Got welcomed by 4 people at the entrance and the service was stupendous. The food was amazing and you can go light or have a big meal. All tasty options. Very spacious and clean with an inviting look and vibe.

    Calli T.

    Good spot for brunch in downtown Nashville. The food and drink are great, but unfortunately the service is mediocre at best. Location is great just off of Broadway, but that means parking is street parking or parking ramps nearby. There was confusion on entering on how to notify staff you're there. I did get a table quickly for a party of one, but the staff was not attentive. I got the Works Omelet with potatoes and a Bloody Mary. The food and drink were great, but the service was not. Shortly after the food came out the waitress brought the bill. She did not ask if I wanted anything else. I would have ordered another drink, but it seemed like they were more focused on the quantity of patrons than quality of their experience. Great place for food, but service is mediocre at best.

    Avocado toast with a sunny side egg
    Jennifer T.

    I don't normally eat at chain restaurants but I wanted some avocado toast and it looked delicious on the menu. I ordered delivery to my Airbnb and it came looking like a car ran it over. What a disappointment!

    Jiggly soup

    This was an all around gross experience. Quality of food was bad. Drinks were flat. Potatoes were burnt. Food wasn't even warm and to top it off a massive hair in the drink. Don't recommend.

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    Zach was an amazing bartender, very good looking and fast easy going service! I'm coming back just for his positive attitude!

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    Food is fabulous, service is amazing. Love this place. Had to eat there twice! Ambience was great!

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    Great food!! Everything we had was so yummy!! Wish we had one in San Diego! Ready to make another trip just for breakfast at first watch

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    Outstanding lemon ricotta pancakes along with a great atmosphere and service! Well deserved 5 star!

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    2 years ago

    Best breakfast we've had in Nashville! Great service, great food and great drinks! Server was friendly and attentive.

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    2 years ago

    Awesome selection! Great food and service. Highly recommend this dor amazing breakfast

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    Service was great. Vibe was great. Food was stellar. 'Nuff said. Yelp says I have to add more. Nope.

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    Good food good service good atmosphere. Server was very friendly. Overall the place had a great vibe.

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    this was the best experience ever! If you are reading this you need to stop reading and go buy some food! My kids love it so much.

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    Filet mignon with grilled broccolini, whipped potatoes, and house made demi-glace
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    Gannons Nashville

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    Outdoor seating
    Free WiFi

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