First Watch

4.0 (345 reviews)

ModerateBreakfast & Brunch, Cafes, American

Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Biscuits & Turkey Sausage Gravy With Eggs

Emileen Y.

Our group probably looked like crazy people sitting in the parking lot at 6:53 am waiting for them to open but my mom and I had just been picked up from the airport and wanted breakfast haha Obviously, parking was easy and we were greeted and seated right away since we were the first customers of the day. We ordered the breakfast tacos, smoked salmon frittata, and biscuits and gravy. The food came out quickly and the portion sizes were generous. We all enjoyed what we got and highly recommend this place for breakfast/brunch!

Joy C.

This review is overdue. I've been to this First Watch more than a handful of times and I have not been disappointed. I have tried different dishes from here and just this past Sunday, I tried the B.E.C. from their Spring menu. It was so good! The sandwich itself and the simple salad that it came with, were very fresh and delicious. Another favorite of mine from here is the smoked salmon frittata. Service is consistently attentive and efficient. The place is neat, the bathrooms are clean, and parking is easy. It gets super busy especially on the weekends so it's a great idea to get there early or be prepared to wait. 'Til next time!

Tammy S.

Parking is free and plentiful in the parking lot in front and to the side of the entrance of restaurant at the end of a strip mall. Restaurant was clean and roomy it was pretty empty but still took a bit to be seated. Food was pretty good but eggs over medium were over cooked and eggs poached were very under cooked. Potatoes would have been better had the onions not been burned. Mimosas were served as a glass of orange juice and a little single serve bottle of Prosecco. Prices were average for the area.

Crystal B.

I'm here on business and I ordered via Uber Eats. I got the Floridian French Toast, turkey sausage links and scrambled eggs w/cheese. I probably won't do that again. The food arrived very cold and inedible. The brioche bread was very thick and the fruit on top was delicious. While I believe this establishment has excellent quality food, it's probably better to dine in as opposed to delivery.

Izzy R.

When I was in the lobby with my boyfriend the lady in front of us recommended the chicken quinoa bowl. Lady, if you're reading this, thank you!!!!! It was really good

Tracey T.

The moment you walk in you're greeted by a warm, inviting modern atmosphere. The hostess smiles genuinely, immediately making you feel welcome. I was seated quickly (it was 7ish in the am on a Saturday), and the server arrived soon after, offering coffee with a cheerful demeanor and a sense of urgency that doesn't feel rushed. The menu has a wonderful balance of classic breakfast staples and creative options. They even have Mimosas and a few other specialty adult beverages in o chose from. My server- Jordan- was knowledgeable, offering recommendations that feel personal, not scripted. He listened attentively, and my special request--to substitute the regular bacon with their famous Million Dollar bacon--was met with a positive attitude and reassurance that it's no problem. When the food arrived, it was aesthetically pleasing and hot. The Million Dollar bacon (one of the things that keeps me recommending this chain of restaurants in multiple states) is the perfect blend of sweet and savory. The cheese grits- I have to admit that I never order grits from restaurants because I'm a southern girl and most don't get them to my liking - where perfectly textured and flavored. Everything is cooked to perfection, showing care in the kitchen. Throughout the meal, Jordan checked in at just the right moments, refilling drinks and ensuring everything was to my satisfaction. The vibe of the place is relaxed but lively, with a soft background of chatter, music and the occasional sound of clinking coffee cups. The experience wraps up smoothly with the both the hostess and my server- Jordan- promptly offering the check, thanking me warmly, and wishing me a great rest of my day. You can scan the QR code with your mobile phone on the bill and pay right from your seat or pay at the front desk. You leave feeling satisfied--not just with the meal but with the overall experience, excited to come back again. The moment you walk in you're greeted by a warm, inviting modern atmosphere. The hostess smiles genuinely, immediately making you feel welcome. I was seated quickly (it was 7ish in the am on a Saturday), and the server arrived soon after, offering coffee with a cheerful demeanor and a sense of urgency that doesn't feel rushed. The menu has a wonderful balance of classic breakfast staples and creative options. They even have Mimosas and a few other specialty adult beverages in o chose from. My server- Jordan- was knowledgeable, offering recommendations that feel personal, not scripted. He listened attentively, and my special request--to substitute the regular bacon with their famous Million Dollar bacon--was met with a positive attitude and reassurance that it's no problem. When the food arrived, it was aesthetically pleasing and hot. The Million Dollar bacon (one of the things that keeps me recommending this chain of restaurants in multiple states) is the perfect blend of sweet and savory. The cheese grits- I have to admit that I never order grits from restaurants because I'm a southern girl and most don't get them to my liking - where perfectly textured and flavored. Everything is cooked to perfection, showing care in the kitchen. Throughout the meal, Jordan checked in at just the right moments, refilling drinks and ensuring everything was to my satisfaction. The vibe of the place is relaxed but lively, with a soft background of chatter, music and the occasional sound of clinking coffee cups. The experience wraps up smoothly with the both the hostess and my server- Jordan- promptly offering the check, thanking me warmly, and wishing me a great rest of my day. You can scan the QR code with your mobile phone on the bill and pay right from your seat or pay at the front desk. You leave feeling satisfied--not just with the meal but with the overall experience, excited to come back again.

Two eggs, potatoes, toast, sausage patties

Peter C.

Great food at an economical price. All the food was very tasty with the potatoes being exceptional. Coffee provided in pot for meal which is most convenient. Service was fast and efficient. Restaurant is very spacious, well lit, and clean. Give it try, you will not be disappointed. Free parking, location is at the end of the strip mall.

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Celester R.

The food was great. It would have been nice if they had a vegan option for meat but I was able to substitute fruit instead. Short wait time and the staff were very friendly and attentive. If I'm in the area I would definitely go back again.

Anthony J.

Food was good, server was very attentive to our needs and everyone's else that was in the restaurant. I loved the look (ambiance) of the establishment, I looked very warm and welcoming.

Brittney B.

The food was really good and service was fast. We enjoyed ourselves. A bit of a wait but expected for a Saturday morning. Ambiance was typical for a breakfast spot.

Jaquita L.

There was a little wait when we arrived but it wasn't bad. The hostess was nice which was appreciated. Our server...not so much. Not that she was mean, but she wasn't very attentive and I had to ask multiple times for water. The ambiance was nice and chill, a little loud but nothing out of the ordinary. This was my first time at this location but I have been to others. Now...here's what you came for - the food. We had coffee too and that was just okay. Traditional w/ham: 8/10 this was good and the food was enjoyed. The eggs were like warm and not cooked as asked. The piece of bread was small but other than that, overall it was enjoyed. Farmhouse hash: 6/10 Food was lukewarm, potatoes were still a little hard and it lacked flavor overall. I did like that they offered strawberry jam for the toast.

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Haley A.

3 years ago

The service was good but the wait is quite long. Still a great place to go to for some breakfast.

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Jennifer G.

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Manatsa M.

3 years ago

Amazing breakfast and fantastic service. Absolutely love the vast amount of choices of food on the menu. read more

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Jennifer G.

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Christy B.

3 years ago

Ambiance is great, service was not service, and food was not hot:( The bacon was cold, butter was not melted on the bread and my potatoes were undercooked. read more

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Hanna F.

Christy, thank you for dining at our Oak Brook restaurant. We greatly…

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Julie D.

4 years ago

Absolutely love First Watch! Always delicious. Specials make the menu never get boring! Good food and good coffee. We make it a regular Sunday stop after Church! read more

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Monica R.

4 years ago

I ordered crab cakes that were fairly new on the menu and they were just what I wanted. Their coffee was strong and I love the fact that they leave you the hot pot of fresh coffee for unlimited refills. I also had a taste for bacon and I couldn't resist their million dollar bacon and ordered it! All I can say is YUM!!! read more

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Kim J.

4 years ago

Cool place with great food and drinks. The Purple Haze is delicious, coffee was great too. We got the bacon, carrot cake pancake, crab cake eggs Benedict. All delicious. read more

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Jennifer G.

Kim, thank you for the 5 star review! We love that you love the food…

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Chelle H.

5 years ago

I'm a First Watch super fan as it is the only place I will eat while on my drive to Florida and now that I have one by home I will be eating Chia puddin, happy forever! read more

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Jessica B.

3 years ago

Yummy food. Positive atmosphere. Join the wait list before you get there sometimes the lines are a little longer.

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zaid a.

4 years ago

Clean, fast service, polite staff, reasonable prices and awesome food. Just had breakfast here and I'm blown away. Let's start off with walking in. As soon as we entered we noticed a lot of people waiting and the place was packed. The hostess greeted us and told us it was a 30 min wait. 30 min? That's it? Yeah no problem. In chicago, good luck finding anything less than an hour and a half. They text us at the 20 min mark and we head on over. We are seated in a corner room that had big windows that probably open up in the summer. That room had additional ceiling heaters so the temperature was comfortable. Waitress had great recommendations and was spot on. We had the burrito and substituted the pork for chicken. Delicious!!! The wife had eggs Benedict with smoked salmon. Delicious!!! Then we had the protein pancakes. Delicious!!! We also had some fresh juice that was also delicious. Overall very happy with my experience. Food was great, parking was plentiful, place was clean, staff was great and friendly, prices are reasonable, and the best part was this place in not in chicago. read more

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Jimmy N.

4 years ago

Food was okay. On the pricier side. Very long wait time to receive your food after being seated. It would be nice if they offered a free appetizer/fresh fruit so you are not starving while waiting on your food. read more

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Jennifer G.

Jimmy, whether it is breakfast, brunch, or lunch, we are happy to…

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Robyn C.

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Love it here, it's a more grown up place to eat which makes it more of a breakfast date with my hubby since my picky mac and cheese eating daughter wouldn't like eating anything there sadly. The ambiance is great in the main dining room. I would ask to sit there instead of the little side room. It's hard to sit there since since everyone's voices seem to amplify and the room doesn't dampen out sound very well so it was kind of hard to hear. Service was outstanding, food was great. read more

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Emily R.

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I have been wanting to try this place since I first walked past it on opening day and smelled the delicious food. The decor is inviting and modern, inviting you inside. We went on a Saturday morning pretty early and got a seat pretty fast. The menu has fresh and relatively healthy options (although I wouldn't necessarily say low calorie); however, there are options for everyone. The service was very slow and it took forever to be greeted by our waitress and get our food. It didn't seem like they were understaffed and they definitely weren't very busy. For a starter, we ordered the pumpkin spiced donuts. It came with a caramel apple butter sauce and a creme anglaise sauce. The caramel apple butter sauce was amazing! The creme anglaise was good too, but tastes like any other frosting you have tried before. The donuts themselves were crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. I love the fall flavor of pumpkin spice and this was perfect. Also, First Watch offers juice blends that are marketed to improve overall health. One of the people in our party ordered the Morning Meditation Fresh Juice. This was very heavy on the turmeric which wasn't my personal preference. I didn't find it very refreshing or tasty. On the other hand, turmeric is supposed to be good for you, so I guess they focused more on that than flavor. For my entree I ordered the BLT benedict and I have to say I was very disappointed. I did not enjoy this at all. I thought the flavor was sour due to the lemon arugula and the hollandaise was very thin. I really wanted to enjoy it, but it was just bland and disappointing. The ciabatta was a good touch, but the flavors didn't land. The most disappointing part was the poorly poached egg. It was too well done and not very runny. My husband ordered the short rib omelette which also didn't really taste good. It sounded great, but the flavor was off and a little bitter and bland. The other person in our party ordered the pancakes which were good. However, it is difficult to ruin pancakes. They are the same pancakes you can get at any local diner. Overall, I thought the price was just too much for bland to average food. I wasn't upset that I tried it, but I'm not eager to go back. It is a solid three stars for me. read more

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Hanna F.

Emily, thank you for visiting First Watch. Food and service are very…

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Taji M.

3 years ago

Food is always good. Service is very attentive. The ambiance isn't too special but very clean.

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Julia J.

3 years ago

First of all, anticipate a 15-30 minute wait for brunch! It is a nice sit down restaurant. Although, tables are pretty close to one another and it gets pretty packed so you might be sitting close to a stranger. The staff are nice and attentive. The food is pretty good, portions are a bit small, but the price isn't crazy high (rare in this area). We recommend the lemon ricotta pancakes!! read more

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Marie M.

5 years ago

Extremely fresh food and juices! Delicious options, and some healthy stuff too. The avocado toast is perfect and their fresh juice is pretty good too(I've tried both and my fav is the kale tonic, it's healthy but still sweet enough it doesn't taste like a green veg drink) so refreshing! I definitely recommend eating here if you are a foodie :) read more

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Lynn H.

3 years ago

The food and service was great. The ambiance left a lot to be desired. It was so loud and noisy, I had a hard time hearing my companion. I prefer a place that is a little more comfy and intimate. read more

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Big Rob W.

3 years ago

Diverse menu. Great service. Cant go wrong. Flatbreads are very good. Lemon pancakes tasty.

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Tamarra L.

4 years ago

Very delicious brunch! I had the chorizo omelette and my partner had the farmhouse skillet. Both very well presented and yummy. Coffee was good, too - didn't even notice that I hadn't added sugar! We also had mimosas. Our server was very nice and answered the questions we had about our meals. Would recommend! read more

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Jackie D.

4 years ago

My husband and I consider ourselves regulars here. We were so excited when we heard locations were opening in Chicagoland! There are so many good options on the menu and the service is always fantastic. Highly recommend coming here, good for groups and families as well. read more

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Sharon F.

Jackie, we are so excited to hear that you had a great experience…

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J M.

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Good good, okay prices. They are often busy which says a lot. Their scrambled eggs are some of the best that have ever had I love the Belgian waffle too, however the bacon looked absolutely nothing like the picture and tasted nothing like the times I've been there before and actually was pretty much almost all fat. Service is decent but a bit slow even when it wasn't busy. (We arrived before it got busy) read more

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Susan S.

4 years ago

First Watch is great breakfast place, everything we tried, we loved. There's always new items on the menu and they are creative. Check them out for a great breakfast. read more

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Hanna L.

4 years ago

Really good menu options. Got the 2 for you special--half a sandwich and a bowl of soup. Next time I'd get a full sandwich though--because it wasn't enough food. The tomato soup was really good though. read more

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Adam H.

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Went here for brunch and was planning to get a sandwich. Their menu is very breakfast heavy with only a couple sandwiches. I decided on the BLTE and it was really good. A lot of their breakfast items look amazing, but the BLTE was so good I might have to get it again. I got it with the potatoes which were good, but nothing I'd crave. Our server was very attentive, friendly and helpful with the menu. It's a nice, clean place with friendly staff and a overall interesting looking breakfast menu with a killer BLTE sandwich. read more

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Tom K.

4 years ago

Food was amazing. Service was a bit slow. Only using half the tables in the restaurant as well but damn, that food was excellent.

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Jennifer G.

Tom, we're thrilled to hear about your experience at our Oak Brook…

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mike b.

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I found the breakfast selections to be unique, and well proportioned. Although not really expensive, the prices are reasonable considering the effort the chef puts into the proportions and presentation. Wait staff was pleasant. read more

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Sharon F.

Mike, thank you for dining at First Watch. Quality and consistency…

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Paul M.

3 years ago

Good and service. We got in quickly only ten minute wait. Great choice for a good tasting breakfast, brunch meal.

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Hayley B.

5 years ago

I came here for the first time today, and I will never be going back. I ordered a side of the tomato basil soup and I pulled a BUG LEG out of my mouth. It was absolutely disgusting and horrifying. I came to find out that they ship their soups in from corporate..... safe to say the soup is not made in-house, nor is it safe to eat. At least management was nice enough to comp our whole bill. read more

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Paige T.

Hayley, thank you for your recent visit. We're very concerned about…

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Emily R.

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4 years ago

Just tried this restaurant for the first time. Food was amazing! The million dollar sandwich was worth a million dollars and the pecan cinnamon roll was to die for and almost as sweet as our server, Mo. She was very friendly and attentive. read more

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Sharon F.

Emily, thank you for dining at First Watch! Quality and consistency…

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Subul A.

3 years ago

French Toast is what I tried and it was really good and the price was reasonable for the quality.

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Rostyk R.

3 years ago

Worst place ever in my life the food might be good but waited 30 min to get a table and 1h:30 min at the table with a 2 year old wast fun at all and still didn't get my food just waked out read more

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Rob S.

4 years ago

Perfect breakfast spot. Had the Avo toast which for a change was just that! No extra bs. Just avo, amazing toast, sea salt, pinch of lemon. Two eggs cooked perfectly to order. AWESOME Excellent service Great job to you all. Can't wait to come back read more

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Jennifer G.

Rob, whether it is breakfast, brunch, or lunch, we are happy to serve…

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Lenore L.

5 years ago

Food was tasty. Knocking off a star because the coffee was very watered down. Even when we got a refreshed pot of coffee it was watered down. read more

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Hanna F.

Lenore, thank you for your feedback, as it is the best way to…

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Chanel J.

3 years ago

I went into first watch a couple weeks ago around 2 o'clock when I first walked in and no one said anything to us. we were asking if they were still open for dine in and again they said nothing and then I asked her if we could dine in the lady said "sure" with a really bad attitude I asked her if she was ok and she just looked at me crazy. We were finally greeted by this short Asian man. I didn't get the names of the three !!!! people who completely ignored me and my aunt but it was a tall heavier white woman ( brown hair thin eye brows Mid 40s) , a heavier white bald man late 30s and a short Asian man. All very rude and unprofessional. Food is great but people are lazy and rude read more

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S F.

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5 years ago

I've been to the location in Columbus,Ohio and I was very excited to try the location here. The food presentation is very nice along with the ambiance. I found the egg dishes underwhelming especially since it's organic, two eggs aren't that filling, perhaps they should consider standardizing to 3 eggs. The coffee was a huge disappointment, for any coffee connoisseurs skip the coffee. Actually, I might skip this place as well next time. read more

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Thomas C.

4 years ago

TAYLOR was such a great hostess with the mostest. Really took the effort to make sure we had a good time and the Elevated Sandwich was delish! Highly recommended! read more

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Sharon F.

Thomas, we are so pleased that you loved your experience with us and…

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J M.

5 years ago

I wanted to like it but in the end it was an average at best breakfast shop. The food was food service ingredients. The Bacon was only fair quality food service bacon. The "ticket time" over 30 minutes. The waitress cut our bill 50% to apologize. Many much better choices in OB for breakfast. read more

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paula h.

4 years ago

Best little joint in Oakbrook great vibe yummy drinks!! Ellie our waitress amazing sweet love her!! thank for thevyummy mimosas we will be back!! read more

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Erin H.

5 years ago

Great breakfast for my husband and I and our two kids. Excellent fresh food and lots of waitstaff. All masked up and clean! read more

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Mimi T.

5 years ago

I can't say enough good things about this place. First and foremost is the Kindness of the employees. From the moment you enter the door, you are greeted with so much respect. The atmosphere is bright and invigorating and what a great way to start a day! You will find the cleanest surroundings too. My breakfast tacos were fresh and tasty. The server was spot on. I highly recommend this place! read more

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Hanna F.

Thank you for visiting First Watch in Oak Brook! We are thrilled to…

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Brian G.

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5 years ago

So pretty good food. But there app sucks since it doesn't show the full menu. Then I try to contact and their site doesn't work right fit a submit comments. Really? How hard is that? So you lose one star for pricing and one star for mobile and one for no contact. Fix two of them and you would be at four-five. read more

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2155 22nd St
Ste 24
Oak Brook, IL 60523
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What time does First Watch open?

First Watch opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does First Watch close?

First Watch closes at 2:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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Does First Watch take credit cards?

Yes, First Watch takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does First Watch have a drive thru?

No, First Watch does not have a drive thru.

Does First Watch serve alcohol?

Yes, First Watch serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does First Watch allow dogs?

Yes, First Watch allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does First Watch have outdoor seating?

Yes, First Watch has outdoor seating options.

Does First Watch have parking?

Yes, First Watch has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is First Watch wheelchair accessible?

Yes, First Watch is wheelchair accessible.

Does First Watch have free WiFi?

Yes, First Watch has free WiFi.

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Specialties

First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch and lunch spot, serving a chef-driven menu of elevated classics and seasonal specialties, always made to order using the freshest ingredients. We greet the sunrise by slicing and juicing fresh fruits and vegetables, whipping French toast batter from scratch and brewing pots of our single-origin Project Sunrise coffee. Freshness is never comprised, which is why we welcome each season into our menu with ingredients and flavors inspired by the position of the sun. All year long, you can enjoy craveable favorites like Avocado Toast for breakfast, Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict for brunch and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes for lunch. Whether you start at the crack of dawn or not, we'll leave that up to you!

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How much is the dinner buffet?

First Watch is a breakfast, brunch, lunch place that closes at 2 or 2:30 pm. No buffet.

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What's parking like?

Not bad during weekdays or non-holiday weekends. I avoid the plaza in general during Thanksgiving and Christmas

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Can we reserve a table?

They have a "get in line" option. Go to the website just before leaving home and they'll put you on the wait list...

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Is this restaurant dog-friendly?

I didn't see any fur babies even with the outdoor seating, so I would say no

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Met a family member there for mid morning coffee. She goes there a lot and really likes the place…read more Not overly crowded, nicely decorated, variety of people, some doing computer work, typical type coffeehouse stuff. Had the Mofowar. Tasty, seem like it had a little bit of chocolate on the bottom. I liked it. She had a cappuccino, that that's her usual she enjoyed it very much. We split a piece of Dubai chocolate cake on a recommendation of our barista. It was excellent!!! His service was phenomenal! Pleasant, but not over the top. Kind, yet chill. I didn't catch his name but basically he was a good dude ! This is a nice place to go have a coffee and a little snack with friends. Recommended!

This place has plenty of seating once you walk in and WiFi if you wanted to WFH. We got their…read morebanana matcha and adeni chai which was good. It was like banana cold foam on top of the matcha. The service was great. We also got their honeycomb (khaliat Alnahl) and which has cheese balls in between and it was good. Really liked how this place is very calming with no music playing. There's plenty of options on the menu including breakfast croissant or desserts.

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Blackberry Market

4.3(80 reviews)

0.9 mi

I really enjoy this spot for lunch. It's casual, has easy parking, and the food is made fresh…read morein-house with plenty of relatively healthy options. Some of my favorites are the chorizo breakfast wrap, the roast beef panini, and their signature Italian wedding soup. My wife and I usually add a side trio to get some greens in as well, which is always a great complement to our meal. Service is straightforward. You order up at the counter, grab your number, and find a seat. Just a note that it can get busy on weekends and during peak lunch hours, so plan accordingly. In addition, they also have a full coffee bar if you're in the mood for an espresso or specialty drink. Solid lunch spot that we keep coming back to. I'm a fan. 'Til next time, cheers!

I have another favorite coffee shop in the area, so although blackberry has been on my radar, I…read morehaven't made the trip. After finally visiting, I'm not sure I would return. My latte was mediocre at best. It wasn't very flavorful, and it wasn't very coffee forward, so I wonder if they use less shots of espresso than is standard or less strong espresso. The thing that bothered me most though was that the barista swirled my drink in front of me, it splashed all over out of the top and sides of the lid, and instead of fixing it or apologizing (or even just acknowledging it!!!!), he proceeded to hand it to me and said "have a great day!" I walked over with my baby in tow and cleaned it up myself. It was SO odd to me. The space is bright, there are plenty of seats, and parking is easy. Such a shame that I didn't like the actual latte more! :/

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Casa De Crepes

4.5(114 reviews)

0.5 mi

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Good food, good service, I like the environment. Will…read moredefinitely be back. Very small location, not much seating at all. Quick turn around time, veryyy quick service .

This place has eight tables and a couch they are making the most of it…read more The food looks great and the people are hospitable. The Mexican coffee is sweet and does not need cream. I will give this place another try but it will be closer to 8a than noon.

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Ellie's Coffee Bar

3.4(10 reviews)

0.8 mi

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It's a decent place but we were looking for a coffee shop. The man at the desk said after being…read moreasked if there was coffee selections, "we only have black coffee. We've have these machines and have had them for a while but no one knows how to use them" . "All we have is regular coffee". While I don't blame anyone for not having a fancy coffee area, when your looking for coffee and the map says the closet is "Ellie's Coffee", it was very disappointing to not have what you thought, by the name, any other coffee but "black". All I'm saying is the Name of the place is deceiving cus it's not a coffee bar but rather, just a bar.

Last month while roaming around oak brook, I was looking for a cafe and saw this online…read more From outside it looks an average cafe but interiors are really good. This place has recently opened and the lady at the bar made sure that good care of everyone was taken. She did a nice explanation on stuff she has and gave a lot of options in beverages to choose from. This place is open till midnight and has slots to enjoy over a cup of coffee or a beer and well coffee is free if you opt for slots. So surely worth to try over the weekend with friends.

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Sweet Reserve

4.4(149 reviews)

1.9 mi

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I went to this location because I didn't like the selection at the Winfield location. It looked…read morelike yesterday's product that didn't sell, and I got there right when they opened. But, I am reviewing the Lombard location. The selection was good and fresh, although some of their items are a bit pricey. I ordered cake pops, brownies, and a chocolate chip cookie. The sales person was pleasant and quick. This store is their biggest store, and they feed the Winfield and Schaumburg stores. They make their pastries at this location, so you'll probably get the freshest selection at the Lombard location. I had bought a gift card from Costco for Sweet Reserve. I admit if I hadn't bought it, and received a discount at Costco for it, I probably would not have noticed the store. It's in a small strip mall on Roosevelt road which has hundreds of strip malls off the road. The store itself is clean and well kept. It does have a limited selection of products but they were all pretty good. The brownies are very frudgey, just the way I like them. The cake pops are sweet, but a little dry. The cookie has a lot of chips in them. Overall, I liked the place.

5 stars because they have large coffee options…read more.. Nice spot in Lombard great for business meetings, studying, or just getting you a quick coffee and pastry. Close at 10pm but if you need longer later hours a 1am tea shop is about a quarter mile down the road with good options also. Parking lot with plenty of parking. My highlight is that they have booths. Plenty of tables and seating. Good menu options for lattes, iced, hot, espresso, etc. Reasonable priced and they have 20oz coffee. The service was nice as the girl was kind but she didn't seem to understand me well and she didn't know if the coffee was Turkish or not. Therefore, I ordered an Americano with their homemade pistachio sauce. It was a nice beverage. I also ordered a Turkish bread with ground beef. It too was delicious, hot and fresh. The ambiance is inviting. The pastries and mini to small cake options were quite beautiful. The nose level was very quiet until little ones came in. Still tolerable but if you are studying and it's busy don't forget your headphones. Lol. I studied for about 3 hours and I would definitely return again.

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Filli Cafe

4.6(16 reviews)

1.1 mi

A gathering of ex-coworkers always means two things: great belly laughs and constant tea flowing…read more Pair that with good food and ACTUAL good tea, and you've got one for the books! We tried several things from this cafe, and everything was phenomenal, but there was one thing that was beyond all the stars, but here's a breakdown of it all: Potato Savory - so basically if you're looking for chaat, this is it. They call it savory, we call it chaat, but in either case, you can tell this isn't something pre-made and slapped into a bowl. The veggies were crunchy, not soggy. The chutney was sharp, but not overwhelming. And all the condiments and veggies and chickpeas together made a cohesive dish, well balanced. Definitely recommend. 8.5/10 Chicken Club Sandwich - this sandwich is....a LOT. In a good way! The pulled chicken is seasoned well. It's massive and there is a lot of flavor in each bite. This gives Chai Ho Jai (Naperville) a definite run for its money. 9/10 Filli Chicken Seasoned Flatbread - we tried this one second, and my God, it's a definite 10 out of 10! 10/10. Dynatime Chicken Flatbread - okay, so we tried this flatbread first, and I thought it was a 10/10, but then I tried the other flatbread and realized this was a definite 11/10! Lacha Melt Chicken - this was great, very akin to a quesadilla with a paratha. Unique concept, yes, but not my favorite thing here. And yet, well seasoned and delicious. 8/10! Pistachio Latte (Iced) - this was a stand out. This latte was SO delicious, I got one - everyone took a sip, and then we ordered more! Sooooo goooooooood!!!! 10/10! Now let's get to the STAR OF THE SHOW: The FRIES - the fries that came with all the entrees were hot, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The perfect specimen for a fry. Add to that the lovely spice powder sprinkled on top of them - they are delicious, melt in your mouth, and in addition to being the perfect accompaniment to the food, they're absolutely great all on their own! 100/10! Definitely recommend this place - the ambience and the service are both absolutely great. As long as the taste of the food remains consistent and this place remains clean and hospitable, this is going to be one of the top notch places in the area. Don't overcrowd the menu, either, it's perfect as it is!

Came to the Filli Cafe today with my family -…read more The cafe has a nice open ambiance which can seat a decent amount of seating. The tv also had some random first person view of walking in a third world country which was strange - come bro play some Shah Rukh Khan music at least! The customer service is fast and friendly. We ordered the following items: - Masala Paneer Flat Bread - Chicken Dynamite Flat Bread - Paapdi Chaat - Chicken Shawarma Bowl - Butter Chicken Bowl - Chicken Dynamite Sandwich - Masala Fries - Zafrani Chai Honestly the taste wasn't there for me the fusion of Chaat with pizza and burger is not it. Overall mid experience :/

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MOTW Coffee

4.4(62 reviews)

3.7 mi

Stopped in after a nearby doctor appointment on a whim - not a bad choice. They had plenty of food…read moreoptions which I appreciated, and ended up getting a beef empanada. Pretty tasty! I also got the Vanilla Coconut latte, which basically tasted like a coconut latte, so if you love coconut it would be your jam. Service was fine, the folks working there were pleasant. It has lots of bright natural lighting, and plenty of seating, but I do wish the chairs were more comfortable. This isn't a place I would bring a laptop to set up shop and work for a few hours, personally, but others may feel differently. Parking lot had plenty of space as well, which was great. If I'm in the area again I would go back.

I had an empanada I would go back and have again. It was priced as if it was lunch. It was a tad…read morelight for that, but for some maybe enough. We had an espresso and cortado. I was let down that there wasn't any specialty coffee on the menu. No option for a light roast pour over or anything like that. This place isn't for coffee nerds but good enough for the Starbucks crowd.

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Yemeni chai

Stella's Place

4.0(2 reviews)

0.2 mi

I come here now because my favorite staff member (Kevin) is no longer at the westchester location…read more This staff is ok. I miss going to a place closer to home but I will never go back to westchester as long as Kevin is not there, the rest of the staff is HORRIBLE!! The WORST being the manager from (I think)from Wyoming. If oak brook keeps up the good work this will be my and my friends place to go

This is a wonderful place to go and relax and play some slots. I first visited yesterday and went…read moreback twice. The server Vicky was just perfect. I never had to ask for a refill she was on the ball taking care of everything. I will go back soon. Love the comfort zone of the place and the appetizers were as amazing as the server.

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Beatrix

4.0(602 reviews)

1.1 mi

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Fancy, trendy place to take your special someone or meet up with friends. I had a really good…read moresalmon dish. Our server was friendly and didn't hover too much. Even though it was busy on a Friday night, our table felt secluded and no one rushed us. It's hidden away in one of the enormous malls in the western suburbs of Chicago. Parking can be stressful on a weekend.

Beatrix is always a solid spot for good food. On the pricier side, total was around $56 for two…read moretacos and a drink. Wish the marg came with a salted rim! (4/5) Tacos and salsas were solid, (3.8/5) Nice patio area and large indoor restaurant.

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CFS Coffee

3.8(81 reviews)

2.1 mi

Came to CFS Coffee For The Soul and honestly the place just feels good when you walk in. Colombian…read morecoffee vibes, cool stuff on the walls, kinda makes you look around for a minute. Staff was really friendly too, didn't feel rushed or anything. I ordered the hot chocolate and... wow. First thing, the size. I've never seen a cup that big at a coffee shop. Pretty sure it healed my soul right away. Taste wise, super smooth. Nice and hot. Had light cinnamon notes that show up after a sip. Not overly sweet either, which I liked. Creamy texture, almost like melted chocolate but lighter. They even did latte art on top and served it in this artisan cup. Looked way too nice for something I was about to destroy in five minutes. Came for chocolate, left spiritually repaired. Honestly might come back next time my soul needs maintenance.

Great coffee spot to work from but wasn't thrilled with the food. I ordered the bacon, avocado egg…read morewhite ciabatta and there was really nothing to it and very bland. The avocado was hard I ended up taking it off of the breakfast sandwich. Willing to give their other food items a try though with all things considered. On the other hand, the coffee was good. They have a variety of matcha option flavors, which I liked being a matcha fan. Tried the pistachio latte and have to admit I was a little disappointed the presentation wasn't as nice as the photos on their page though. I will give them another try if I'm in the area again.

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W. Robert D.

1 month ago

Had an absolutely legendary breakfast at First Watch, and I'm still thinking about it like it was a life milestone. First off -- shoutout to Sabrina, who might be one of the friendliest humans to ever exist. I'm pretty sure if I asked her what the meaning of life was, she'd smile and say, "Let me check on that for you," and come back with an answer and a fresh coffee refill. Just an absolute pro who makes you feel like a regular even if it's your first time. Now let's talk about the food... Biscuits and gravy. WOW. This wasn't breakfast -- this was a warm, gravy-covered hug from the Midwest. Perfectly fluffy biscuits, rich gravy... I almost stood up and applauded. I didn't, but it was close. And then... the cage-free eggs. You can TASTE the freedom. These chickens clearly had hobbies, dreams, maybe even a 401(k). These weren't your average eggs -- these were eggs that had seen the world. Probably took a gap year. And I have to mention the real tomato ketchup. Not that mystery bottle stuff -- I'm talking the good, legit kind. I felt like Clark Griswold proudly announcing "real tomato ketchup..." and then Cousin Eddie chiming in with "nothing but the best." And honestly? He's right. Between Sabrina's top-tier service, the life-changing biscuits and gravy, and eggs that clearly lived better lives than most of us, this place is an easy five stars. Pro tip: Come hungry, trust Sabrina, and respect the eggs -- they've earned it. read more

Nathaniel J.

3 years ago

Yesterday I had an amazing experience at First Watch for lunch we went & from the host stand with a kind & professional host by the name of Rodney escorted us to our table. The food we ordered was so delicious & the presentation was appealing as well! I had the morning meditation juice that was filled with healthy things like Tumeric,, orange, lemon, organic ginger, agave nectar & beet! It was taking a glass healthiness & antioxidants down my body! And I ordered the superfood kale salad. It was so scrumptious. The ambiance & seating is really nice, clean restrooms. And my guide through this dynamic experience was Andre who served us so incredibly well! Andre anticipated our needs & exceeded our expectations! This young man has an incredible future in the service industry. I highly recommend you visit this place. Great menu selections for a variety of dietary needs here! You must come try it! You will be returning! read more

Michael S.

5 years ago

Been here a couple times before and it's always been stellar, this time we ordered Togo and i was pretty blown away yesterday. The woman helping us said her name was Mo, and she was such a friendly, upbeat and attentive helper and we were just doing Togo! We had a large order with a lot of modifiers and she went through and verified they were all perfect!! She had about a dozen bags she was juggling from other orders but was so organized and professional about the whole experience I'm not surprised everything was correct in the order. AND the restaurant had a line out the door to top it off but they still took the time to make sure i was taken care of even though it was just a Togo. This team here is really something! Whoever is running this place is doing something really right. Also the food was killer!!! read more

Bobby B.

4 years ago

I haven't been so amused with a restaurant before in my life. I think I had the best experience eating. The coffee was superb. It was so awesome that I can come back again and again. One of the best restaurants that I have tried. Very mouth-watery. Definitely, a place to relax and feel at home. The staffs were so friendly and very accommodating. They were very attentive in every detail that I gave them. They respect privacy of every customer. Very cozy and the food will never disappoint you. The place is very clean and follow health standards, since it's pandemic. The overall service was excellent. I am a very satisfied customer and I will recommend this to all of my friends. Especially those who are looking for relaxing place and great ambience. So, what are you waiting for? Let's dig in! read more

Sarah B.

4 years ago

Wow! That's a great restaurant. I haven't been so amused with a restaurant before in my life. With great food, especially for breakfast, and many more delicious food, this is worth your money. I think I had the best experience and feeling while eating my breakfast. It was so awesome that I can come back again and again. The staffs were so friendly and very accommodating. They were very attentive in every detail that I gave them. They respect privacy of every customer. Very cozy and the food will never disappoint you. The place is very clean and follow health standards, since it's pandemic. The overall service was excellent. I am a very satisfied customer and I will recommend First Watch to all of my friends. So, what are you waiting for? Let's dig in! read more

Eric G.

145

4 years ago

My son and I stopped here on the way back to Iowa from a short overnight in downtown Chicago around mid-January 2022. When Chicago was masking, this area of the metro wasn't. Very nice. The service was great, the food was excellent, and the prices were reasonable. It's actually one of the main things that has me considering another weekend trip to the area. We'll done. read more

Josie F.

4 years ago

This is definitely my new go-to bunch place! The space is beautiful and the food was immaculate! The serving sizes of the food were perfect! Our server Maria was the absolute best. Maria was very attentive and overall an absolute sweetheart. Outstanding service! She was the cherry on top of our great experience at First Watch. read more

Pepe S.

5 years ago

This place is amazing! Service was very fast and the staff was so polite!! One of the managers, think he said his name was Vince, was beyond helpful! They were pretty busy but he went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable and all our needs were met. We'll be back because of him and of course, the amazing food read more

Marie B.

4 years ago

Favorite breakfast spot get the waffles with extra Berry strawberry drizzling and whipped cream. We get those for our baby as well. Extra fresh berries on the side. Me and my husband can be omelettes with spinach veggies protein if you want fresh OJ on the side always super fresh and very clean restaurant great staff. read more

Janet F.

4 years ago

Very disappointing in our Sunday visit. The wait was extremely long and guest who came in afterwards were seated way before us. The host said he was waiting for a 2 top which couldn't be true as several party of twos were seated prior to us and yes they came in after us!! My advice do not come on a Sunday!! read more

Michael B.

5 years ago

First timer here and it was a great experience! They were clearly very busy but the team worked so well together we barely even felt any kind of wait. Someone greeted us, another brought our food, another dropped our check. Great to see the team working so well together!!! And the food was soooo good! read more

Harry B.

5 years ago

Been here a few times but today was especially very busy and it was still great! The poor manager up front was doing the work of 5 people and was still making sure his staff was taken care of and the guests were all happy. Always glad to see that! Barbacoa tacos were killer also! read more

Dee R.

5 years ago

Wow!! I saw some of the other reviews and gave it a shot anyway and those reviews couldn't be further from the truth!! Food was fab, servers very nice and attentive, such a cute little spot! This is our new go to!!!! read more

Sam S.

5 years ago

The Floridian French toast was amazing. Whatever you put on to give it that crunch just takes it over the top! I'll be back for that for sure!! Kim was my server and she was so nice!! read more

Elvie J.

3 years ago

I'm trying this restaurant for the first time!!! I've heard rave reviews from my friends and family -? I will send my complete review later this afternoon after my home delivery! read more

Josh L.

5 years ago

Greta great great service from Olivia! Restaurant was very busy but she was so concerned that we were taken care of and had everything we needed. Keep up the great work!! read more

terry r.

4 years ago

The atmosphere and food were very good though it was a long wait for our order. I liked we were able to check in by phone so our wait for a table was not very long. read more

Deryl J.

184

5 years ago

Good options for breakfast, ingredients used seem of good quality and fresh. The juices and avocado toast are great. A good place for some kinda healthy breakfast read more

Ms M.