First Watch

4.0 (269 reviews)

ModerateBreakfast & Brunch, Cafes, American

Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Susie Q.

Brandon was excellent. Took great care of us. Food came out quickly. Tri-Athlete Omelet was great. Love their toast! So yummy. Kind of loud in here today but still a great time. Thank you.

Tracy D.

Overall a great experience at First Watch. We have been to several locations in the past and first time visiting this one. The food and service was great. My daughter enjoyed her kids meal, but of course has taken some nibbles from our plates. I would suggest always checking out the seasonal items as they are only around for a limited time.

Daritza P.

Always a great time coming here and I love their drinks. Super fast service and always so friendly.

Joe S.

I don't get in the mood for breakfast too often, but when I do, First Watch is a place that's on my list. They have some elevated options including Benedicts and their "Million Dollar Bacon", which doesn't really cost a million dollars. They glaze it with something, so it's a little sweet for my taste. Anyway, the Benedicts have always come out with a perfect egg on top. The salad it comes with is also good and who would have thought Salad for Breakfast is a thing? It can get pricey so it's more of an occasional stop over IHOP and Denny's. It's been a while since I've been here, but I'll have to hit one up again soon!

Raquel S.

First time going to this First Watch location. There is usually a big line to get in on the weekends but I visited during the week so we were able to sit as soon as we got there. The establishment is big and spacious. My friend and I ordered avocado toasts and black coffee. We ordered our eggs to be scrambled and they brought us omelettes but we didn't say anything since we didn't have enough time to wait for them to do them again. Even though it wasn't exactly what we asked, We both enjoyed our meals. Portion size is normal. Customer service was nice except for the fact that forgot our orders.

Came in today on the way to Bestbuy - got the works omelet with potatoes and toast. Our server JuJu was on point. Took our order quickly and the food was here so fast. Noticed on Yelp that this location has NO health code violations - I like that and it is hard to do. The ambiance is relatively quiet for such a large dinning area, light music playing in the background

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Erlinda J.

Did a pickup order the other day. I ordered the Steak and Egg Hash, Over Medium, No Roasted Onions. It was easy to pickup an online order, it was ready and waiting on the shelf when I came in no contact necessary and I was still greeted by an employee. The food was good but I was annoyed that there were onions when I requested no onions. Thankfully I'm not allergic so I could still consume the food. There aren't many parking options as the building next door has many spots reserved for that business. There is minimal parking in front and back of First Watch. Maybe I say minimal because it was just packed.

Julyssia O.

First watch has to be one of my favorite breakfasts/brunch locations in Orlando! This location is probably the biggest I've ever visited. The tables were filled, so you know the food is good! This visit I ordered the seasonal Carne Asada breakfast tacos, and wow, do I wish this was a year-round menu option! Made with corn tortillas, scrambled eggs, Carne Asada, pickled onions, sliced avocado, cilantro, and pico de gallo, as well as a side of black beans. (It also comes with a hot sauce creama, which I removed. I ordered lemon and sour cream on the side, to make lemon creama to add on top.) and of course we had to get the million dollar bacon! I've said it before and I'll say it again, first watch has my favorite hot coffee as an iced coffee lover and remains the only place I will order hot coffee! I also ordered their purple haze drink, which is sweet and tangy and refreshing all the way around! Highly recommend for your next breakfast or brunch meal!

Rosa L.

Love first watch all the time we just went for Valentine's Day. My son got to do to the lecture French toast was super good and it's coming with like a Kelly's ice cream that they made like a limited edition thing. The ice cream is so delicious. I always get just a classic French toast, but we love this place so we go at least once a week.

Johanna J.

My family loves First Watch, so whenever I'm in town, we make sure to stop by for breakfast. My breakfast is always traditional, but I do enjoy pairing it with their delicious cocktails. Our server was super friendly and attentive. Drinks and plates arrived promptly. Everything was delicious and reasonably priced. This spot is pretty casual yet cozy.

Delaney S.

I have dined here many times since they opened and unfortunately the quantity of food has gone down and the price has gone up. I know corporate controls the prices, but the amount of food should not be adjusted, as well. This location has very high ceilings and gets so incredibly loud when the restaurant is full. So loud that sitting right next to my friend at a table in the middle of the restaurant, we were yelling to be heard by one another. I ordered the brisket hash. It was very tasty, and I liked the addition of pickled onions. The dish could have been elevated with some sort of sauce component. Service was very fast, and food came out super fast. But unfortunately, we felt so rushed to get up from the table and it be turned over. I met a friend here for breakfast and struggled to enjoy our breakfast visiting. Good for a quick breakfast.

Ed N.

Delicious Floridian French toast with million dollar bacon. The 4 people in our party all enjoyed our breakfasts.

Chris C.

We went out for breakfast and wanted to try the new fall menu. We walked in and there was a small wait but we were seated with a smile and the service was outstanding. Everyone we interacted with were very pleasant and welcoming. They had new chairs in half the restaurant and we were in the new section. The chairs were much more comfy than the older ones. Usually when you go out to a restaurant and order something it does not look as good as the picture. My croissant sandwich was so good but very messy and full of food. I would recommend taking the eggs, sausage and bacon off then reconstruct the sandwich to make it more manageable if you don't like to be too messy eating. This sandwich was easily one of favorites to ever have here. The hash was also great and looked just like the picture. Great experience.

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Denise V.

7 years ago

Best best place for breakfast. The avocado toast is amazing and light. The fresh juices are my husbands favorite when we come. I absolutely love the bacon mmm. read more

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Alexander B.

8 years ago

Excellent place for breakfast. Can have a wait mid morning, but it's worth it! Free coffee while you wait. The coffee is so good!!

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Nancy R.

7 years ago

I love First Watch! As far as locations go-to love this location, hands down! Roomier than the University location, and the wait staff is wonderful! As far as breakfast places go, I will always choose This location of First Watch over other breakfast places! read more

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Cora H.

7 years ago

We LOVE first watch. Just to name a few of their many excellent dishes from our experiences: chickychanga, million dollar bacon, Benedicts, avocado toast, skillet meals, even the coffee was great. The atmosphere is very cute, trendy, and modern. The portions are large, and the prices are perfect for a biweekly brunch with the pals. Even when we're not near UCF, it there's a chance to stop by a FW nearest to us, this is one of our first choices in breakfast spots. read more

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Ed R.

7 years ago

Are you kidding me? My 1st time there, nice place, friendly staff, the food was ok.... But when I got the bill...OMG! One -1- O N E Belgian waffle nothing on it $9.15 !!!! - One yes 1 French toast - nothing on it $10.22. Are you for real? These prices are obscene, crazy, unbelievable. No matter how nice your people are you need to lower those prices - even your own servers say its very pricey. How can you expect us to come back if I can get the same with toppings for half your price some place else? read more

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Kellie W.

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7 years ago

A great place for breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Their options are all so tasty and quite healthy. Their avocado toast is LOADED with avocado. It's perfect. read more

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Erin R.

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8 years ago

I love First Watch, however this location is the worst set up and the staff seems to not have a sense of urgency. I would not recommend this location. read more

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Mel B.

8 years ago

This is probably the cutest First Watch I've been too. I love the decor inside, the bar is nice and the service is pretty good as far as the waiters & waitresses being kind and attentive. The first time I visited this location we had quick service but we were the first people in there. The 2nd time we went for brunch and had to wait 45 minutes to get in and then an hour for our food to come out once we ordered, our waiter didn't come let us know what was happening until we asked him and he apologized. Our orders were messed up, but maybe it was just one bad day. read more

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Sagar P.

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8 years ago

Really good food and great customer service! I got the avocado toast and it was really good! And their limited blue booster was delicious as well!! read more

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Stephanie C.

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7 years ago

First watch is my favorite breakfast spot here by Ucf. The food is great, coffee is delicious, and the staff is super nice. No matter how busy, the food always comes out in a good amount of time! Everyone needs to check this place out read more

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Sharon V.

8 years ago

We had a party of 7 and we were all we'll taken care of. Everything hot and tasty. Waitress was quick and efficient. Everyone happy with their meals. read more

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Kally L.

8 years ago

First off, I had never been to one of these until a couple of weeks ago when I came to the Alafaya location after my kids soccer game. I was really impressed with the food, selections, staff, and decor. However, it was our experience today made me write the review. I used the First Watch app for the first time to get in line. While convenient, it has its flaws because at some point a rogue finger of mine hit the "leave line" link and it dropped me from the 30 minute wait without confirming that's what I wanted to do. When we arrived, the manager (Chris) didn't blink twice and sat us immediately (I was able to show him the initial text I got from the app proving I did it). Anyways, the food was again fantastic. My kid loves it here. There's a great happy energy with the guests and their staff is great. I especially enjoyed our energetic server, Marissa. Great job First Watch on Alafaya! read more

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Alex C.

7 years ago

Went on a pretty busy Saturday at noon. Waited to be seated around how long they said it would be. The staff seemed to be a little all over the place, but I attribute that to having opened only recently. The food was delicious. No complaints. The restaurant is bright, airy, and very clean. Would go here again read more

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Virginia C.

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8 years ago

I LOVE this place, their concet about breakfast is new, excellente and delicious. I will be back as soon mom or sister come to visit me in Orlando ... my hubby and dad ar more traditional HIGHLY RECOMMENDED read more

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Gina M.

8 years ago

The worst experience at a restaurant ever. Either go to the UCF location, Keke's or TooJay's. Epic fail every time we try to give this First Watch yet another chance. read more

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Nicole F.

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8 years ago

I love first watch and I am here ALL the time but this experience was not enjoyable. I understand Sunday's are busy and takes longer than usual but wow. Unless you have 3 hours to waste then I do not suggest you come here. We waited 60 minutes to be seated (understandable and fine) and then we ordered our food and drinks and waited over an hour and a half for it to come out-that is absolutely ridiculous. On top of that, I was able to finish the sweet tea I was drinking and my waiter did not come up to us once to refill my drink or tell us he apologizes for the wait. Terrible service and a long wait.. extremely disappointed. read more

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Marissa B.

8 years ago

Customer service was good, food was great. Would recommend the Cinnamon Toast Crunch milk

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Zach B.

8 years ago

It's such a shame that such great food is accompanied by such atrocious service. If you're looking to grab some quick breakfast, look elsewhere. Our visit to this First Watch location started by being sat at a wobbly table outside that was impossible to eat on. We sat for over ten minutes without being helped once as we saw THREE other parties being sat and their orders promptly taken. Keke's or another FW location is the way to go if you value your time and want a restaurant that does as well. Too bad, because First Watch's food is way better. read more

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Graham S.

5 years ago

We had a great experience. Moriah was our server and she went above and beyond. Cannot emphasize enough how sweet of a server she is, definitely will be back. Food was good also. read more

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The Real B.

5 years ago

Whew where do i start! The food is amazing, the serving size is ridiculous (in a good way) and the service is stellar. My boyfriend put me on to this and im addicted now read more

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Katie C.

Elite 18

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8 years ago

Although in hindsight going on a holiday weekend to the new First Watch location probably wasn't the best idea, the food was worth the wait. The wait however was over an hour long after we ordered our food. I got a combo meal which included eggs, bacon and a pancake and we ordered some breakfast potatoes to share. I loved the atmosphere in the restaurant, it didn't feel like a chain and felt more like someone's nicely decorated home (very Fixer Upper from HGTV). I like that they had the option of the bar too which gives some more options for seating. Besides the wait for the food, I have to say when it did come out it was delicious and we really enjoyed the breakfast here. It was good quality and good portions and our server was excellent. I'm sure we will be back on a less busy day in the future! read more

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Joann C.

8 years ago

So, 1st time here food was good. Coffee my friend would love it pretty strong. Service very attentive but I felt like I was being rushed. My check was given to us way before I was 1/2 way through my food and they kept trying to take my plate before I was done. My server didn't come to our table once after our food was served but every one else did. Not sure of the system. But overall food was good. read more

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Rebecca L.

Thanks for giving us a try, Joann! While we are pleased you enjoyed…

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Zach S.

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8 years ago

I like the food and the design. Menu should be expanded. App really helps with the long Wait times

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Justin R.

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8 years ago

Drool.... I haven't been to a location I didn't like and everything I've tried on the menu has been excellent. I really love the rustic modern look as well. Can't say anything bad about this place and too many good things to list. read more

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Star Jimenez J.

8 years ago

We were seated right away and our orders were taken soon afterwards. The food was very tasty however it took 35 minutes to get it. The waitress was friendly but we had to flag her down to check the status of our food. read more

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Graciela C.

5 years ago

Sarah was so amazing! We came for Easter Sunday! And she was so sweet and so helpful! Definitely coming back! I Recommend!

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Carey C.

8 years ago

Great food and great service at this location! We really love the food they serve and our waitress was amazing, wish we could remember her name. You have to try this location out! read more

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Alexandra M.

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5 years ago

Very good delicious food I love the chickenchanga and the waitresses are very nice the coffee is also delicious

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Madison G.

364

8 years ago

I love this new location of First Watch! Super cute inside, super great service, and delicious food as always.

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Chris N.

6 years ago

Good food and no complaints. Always reliable service. Great social distancing and the food is always up to standard.

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Nola S.

6 years ago

The food was sooo fresh and so good seriously unbeatable. Will definitely be coming here a lot more often!!!!

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Abby C.

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8 years ago

Love this place (except on the weekends) lol it gets pretty full but that's because it's delicious I love the avocado toast and the million $ bacon it's a must! read more

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Elizabeth Ava H.

8 years ago

Delicious and fresh. Lots of great breakfast, brunch, and lunch options. The green juice is delicious, brioche sandwich is excellent and open face chicken salad sandwich is soo good! read more

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Jessica D.

8 years ago

I loved the atmosphere but felt it was very expensive for breakfast. My food was good but I would not choose to go back.

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Lisa M.

8 years ago

Love this place!! Great service and if you get in at the right time then you can be in and out. Definitely one of my favs!

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Hannah K.

130

8 years ago

I absolutely LOVE their chocolate chip pancakes. They're to die for I know most everyone else love their healthy options but man those pancakes are my weakness. It can be busy on weekend mornings, like any brunch place, but I'd say it's worth the wait. read more

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Bre R.

131

8 years ago

Better than Keke's Breakfast Cafè. Well SEASONED, good portions, fresh fruit, menu descriptions match the taste and look. Nice temperatures, nice lighting, atmosphere--love it! [Quinoa Power Bowl, Floridian French Toast, Skillet Hash/Parma] read more

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Gordon C.

8 years ago

Disappointed. Seated at a dirty table which was then wiped down with wet napkins - no cleaning solution. Biscuits and gravy was sent back. Eggs not hot and gravy was grainy and dry tasting. Two eggs over easy was served over medium and not hot. read more

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Olivia B.

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7 years ago

First watch is so delicious!!!!!!!! I love the avocados!!!!!! Great service, great food, great people

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Jennifer S.

6 years ago

Food is awesome, service was pretty awful. 5 stars for food. Husband, son, and I popped in for breakfast. It wasn't busy but they are also keeping every other table open for social distancing. Our waitress took a long time to arrive and knew we were already ready to order food with our drinks. She arrived with our three coffees... and literally two packets of sugar and two creamers. Total. Food arrived very quickly and was delicious, other than my son asking for no butter on his French toast and it arrived with a giant scoop of butter on top. I asked for salt and pepper for my omelette and potatoes, it took a while for her to come back with two single packets of salt and pepper. Just weird. I don't know if the server doesn't have any experience but it is just weird to go to a breakfast restaurant and not have coffee topped up, have salt and pepper available, or a reasonable amount of cream and sugar for coffee. read more

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1448 N Alafaya Trl
Ste 150
Orlando, FL 32828
Waterford Lakes, East Orlando
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(407) 809-3447
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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 catering options?

No, First Watch does not have catering options.

Does First Watch have a drive thru?

No, First Watch does not have a drive thru.

Does First Watch have a happy hour?

No, First Watch does not have a happy hour.

Does First Watch serve alcohol?

Yes, First Watch serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does First Watch allow dogs?

Yes, First Watch allows dogs.

Does First Watch have TVs?

Yes, First Watch has TVs.

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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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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2.4 mi•East Orlando

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I know people love the drinks at Lineage, but I don't think their food gets talked about nearly…read moreenough. It always hits, so naturally I had to come out and try their summer specials! I was really excited for the guava matcha. While I love their matcha, I was a little underwhelmed by how little guava flavor came through. You can see the tiny layer of guava in the picture, and I would have loved a bit more of it in the drink. I am willing to give it another shot with extra guava! The carrot cake croissant was incredible! I also tried the jalapeño goat cheese scone and was pleasantly surprised by the level of spice. I could eat that every day! And of course, service is always great. The space itself is one of my favorite parts of Lineage. It is bright, airy from all the natural light making it such a great place to hang out!

I've read many great things about this place so I went in with a pretty high bar. I ordered my…read morego-to which is a hot mocha. It was pretty terrible with zero sweetness and pretty small... like Napoleon. I also got a pastry in the form of a chocolate croissant, and the croissant part was one of the best with a super crispy crunchy exterior, but there could have been more of the chocolate filling. It was more than some others I've had, but still not enough. Is there ever enough filling though? It's not convenient for me, so I doubt I'll be back to give it another try. I was expecting some toasty and roasty coffee. Plenty of other coffee places popping up.

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Iced Latte & Strawberry Shortcake

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Light On The Sugar Bakery Cafe

4.7(72 reviews)

0.8 mi•Waterford Lakes, East Orlando

I've been going since they first opened. They are always prompt to help! Their service is also fast…read moredue to their setup. I love their mochas! They also often have fun and unique seasonal offerings for their pastries. It is very small inside, though, so don't expect to easily find a table to enjoy your treat or study.

The puff pastries are the best! My all time favorite is the taro, it comes with a small cheesecake…read moretopping. The puffs are soft and creamy in the middle with a thin flaky exterior. Just like the name, the desserts here are never too sweet! I feel like the pricing is fair, you can tell there is a lot of effort in the pastries. 1 puff pastry=$5.5 I don't care for their drinks at all. The location has a small seating area, just enough to enjoy your snack but not really a spot to spend any other time than that. The tables usually clean.. The service here is always lacking. I always tip even when I'm getting to go items but today I received my puff pastry in a flimsy bag. I asked for a box because I intended on giving this as a gift. They just handed me the box and didn't offer to re-package it. The workers at the location just feel like they do the bare minimum.

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Must get this one!

Ube-licious!

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Taro lucky bag

Luminescent

4.5(67 reviews)

0.7 mi•East Orlando, Waterford Lakes

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Luminescent has a vool.concet where they are a coffee house and switch over to being a cocktail…read morelounge after six o'clock in the evening. The ambiance is pleasant enough and the service was friendly. With it being on East Colonial Drive (State Road 50), it is a convenient enough stop and they have off-street parking. Overall, i would recommend here.

I ordered a Keral's Kulfi at Luminescent. It is an…read more Indian-inspired cafe by day, and apparently a cocktail lounge by night, which I wish to see one evening soon. The place is pretty inside; they invested in decorating it. The coffee had a nice candy like topping. I went during the day.

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Matcha latte and Matcha tonic-neither were on the menu, but when we asked about Matcha, they made them for us. Both were delicious

Affogato with pistachio ice cream

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Order here then take a seat and they call your name to go pick it up.

RoyalTea - Alafaya

4.3(65 reviews)

0.7 mi•Waterford Lakes, East Orlando

I am always happy to pick up Taro tea for dessert. I searched near by places and RayalTea came up…read more I had no idea it was located so close. There is plenty of private parking available. It's a small, cozy establishment. I love the decor. The seating design is creative and unique. Ordering was quick and staff was very friendly. I ordered a Taro Tea with Boba. It was just perfect and hit the spot of my craving. I'll be visiting soon.

I've been to this location of RoyalTea plenty of times and I've never been disappointed! I usually…read moreonly go for boba but It seems that they've increased the size of their menu and offer many other things now, besides boba. In the past I get the royal tea (their basic boba drink) but this time I got their cheese foam one and added boba to it - so good! The service is also always speedy quick. The vibe in there is perfect for catching up with a friend or maybe even getting some work done (there are outlets). It's a staple place for boba in the Waterford area and I recommend!

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Royal Milk Tea (Cheese ver) with boba

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Mecatos Bakery & Café

4.1(422 reviews)

1.3 mi•Waterford Lakes, East Orlando

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Catering service

Casual dining

Every afternoon, I try to carve out a short break from work and this has become one of my favorite…read moreplaces to recharge. A delicious Café Latte, genuine smiles, and consistently wonderful attitudes from the owner and her entire team make this place something special. Today the owner was kind enough to take this photo with me. If you are anywhere near Curry Ford Road and enjoy a consistently excellent Café Latte and a welcoming atmosphere, I highly recommend: Mecatos Bakery & Cafe Thank you to the owner and all of the employees for making each visit feel appreciated. People often remember the coffee, but they return because of how a place makes them feel. #Coffee #Community #SmallBusiness #Orlando #CafeCulture #Gratitude See less

The sound of live music on a Saturday morning is the best way to start a day. It fills the soul…read morewith good vibes and get the morning started. That's how I felt visiting this Mecatos location. When I walked in, there was something playing the guitar and the atmosphere felt lively It is a large space with plenty of seating, even some couches for a more relaxed setting. Here, you order at the counter and then they bring the food to you. If there's a line just turn around and head over to the self-order kiosk. People were lining up in the line and missed the kiosks. Just remember to input the number you selected next to your name when you type the order. I ordered an Arepa with eggs pericos (scramble eggs with green onions and tomatoes) and my friend ordered a croissant with ham and cheese. We got our food and the server was so nice.

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David G.

8 years ago

This location is on the way to school for me and the food has always been great; but the coffee is to die for! It is also very close to the Waterford shopping center and a great place for brunch. I have even brought several friends here for brunch and they all loved this location enough to come back on their own! (I see them walk around with First Watch coffee cups at school some days). I am particularly fond of their omelets and Million Dollar Bacon. You can't go wrong with these and I have never left unfilled or unsatisfied. Usually, the food is enough to last most of the day even! With a calming atmosphere and a beautiful board that is always being changed to fit the season, I always choose this location over the other breakfast locations in the area. The servers give you space and are always respectable. This is perfect in the morning or when dining with friends. The place is almost always on the softer side, even when packed with people, so talking with your plus one or enjoying the food is very pleasant and natural. I Highly recommenced this location to anyone who is in the area and looking for an outstanding brunch place. read more

Carrie Q.

1 year ago

If you're craving a fresh, flavorful breakfast or brunch in Orlando, First Watch is a must-visit. Their menu features a variety of elevated classics and seasonal specialties, all made to order using the freshest ingredients. Popular dishes include the Tri-Fecta, A.M. Superfoods Bowl, and the Floridian French Toast. They also offer organic, gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options to accommodate various dietary needs. The atmosphere is bright and welcoming, with friendly staff providing excellent service. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or enjoying a leisurely meal with friends or family, First Watch delivers consistently delicious food and a pleasant dining experience. read more

Katie R.

8 years ago

Love brunch....good place ..wish they were a little more diverse but still good. Service is always pleasant and timely. The wait is only bc the food is great and we all wanna have brunch on the weekend lol read more

Francesca C.

7 years ago

The food is good I just wish the menu had more options to pick from. The service is good but it does get packed so if you're very hungry be prepared to wait 45min read more

Lou J.

8 years ago

By far our favorite go to breakfast place. Service is always friendly and the food always very good. Definitely try their fresh juices and the avocado toast. read more

Elizabeth Szalus S.

7 years ago

I love this place. Perfect to go for breakfast or brunch, family place. I just suggest to make reservation because I s very busy place on weekend read more