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    First Watch

    3.8 (106 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Chicken avocado chop salad
    Phillip A.

    My family had Sunday brunch here and everyone enjoyed themselves. I had the chicken avocado chop salad, which was very impressive. It was very light yet very filling and I took the second half home with me. The restaurant itself is a little loud but nothing horrible. Our server was very friendly and attentive without being too intrusive. It's nothing overly fancy here but still enjoyable atmosphere and good food.

    Tri-Fecta
    Isabella C.

    I really recommend this place! Everything was super delicious. The lemon blueberry cornbread was so moist with a strong lemon kick. The elote breakfast burrito (seasonal item) was definitely worth trying and super flavorful. Everything came out fast and service was decent. A very casual but solid brunch place!

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    Maria T.

    The last two times or three we've come here, our ordered have been wrong. They really need to train the staff better. We ordered over easy eggs with sausage, it came with well done eggs with bacon; then it came out again with scrambled eggs and sausage. We also ordered well toasted English muffins, we had to send back the white I toasted bread again. What up First Watch??? Y'all used to be a 5 star and now you're just another average eatery. Do better. At least our server took accountability, but they didn't comp anything, which don't expect but would have been appropriate and appreciated under the circumstances.

    Double crunch breakfast taco with included side of fruit and red medicine drink.
    Jenny H.

    The Quioccasin location is nice because it's not as loud as short pump and parking is easy. Feels cozier inside too. Always get friendly service and the specials are usually spot on for something tasty and unique. My son and I both ordered the seasonal Double Crunch breakfast tacos and devoured them. My son also tried the seasonal drink "red medicine" and really liked it. I'll skip the coffee next time because it's nothing special and a pricy $4.

    Tri-Fecta (Banana nut pancake, scramble eggs w/cheese and bacon)
    Tarsha S.

    If you read my reviews you all know I am a FAN of First Watch!!! Being new in town, I had no idea there are locations in RVA! So you know I had to stop by! First off I was greeted with great service! Before I could open the door a server from inside open the door for me to welcome me inside. I was sat instantly at a table and given my menu.[being as though I've been many times I pretty much knew what I wanted] My waiter was great! He was super accommodating and had great energy at so early in the morning. My food came out right on time & it tastes just as I expected. The best part was my breakfast drink! Thanks first watch for the awesome hospitality.

    Khang N.

    good service the waiter was nice and friendly nice atmosphere not too long wait time

    Breakfast burritos
    Shannon W.

    I'd like to say that this place is AAAMMMAAAZZZIIINNNGG!!! The food was so good. We have three kids. My son got the avocado toast with eggs which looked amazing and is great if you're looking for a healthy option. My daughter got the breakfast burrito. It was huge and she couldn't eat it all but said it was super tasty. Our youngest daughter got the waffles. It looked like a good portion for kids and not huge like every other place. She said it was tasty and cleared her plate. I got the salmon eggs Benedict and it was super tasty and it came euth greens on the side for more color and texture. Nice touch. Hubby had the BLT Benedict and it looked amazing and hubby said it was delicious. We also got their speciality drinks. Mine had lavender in it and it was purple and I literally could've drank that all day, so good. Try them!!! Service was spot on. Took no time at all to get food and it all came out hot and tasty. Ambiance was cute and quaint. I'd go back but it's a bit pricey esp for a big family.

    Red mill grits
    Marissa M.

    I finally made it to First Watch for brunch while visiting Richmond VA this past weekend. First Watch is very popular in the triangle, so I had to find out what the hype is all about. I really enjoyed the interior design of this location and the outdoor patio dining space. I live for clean and modern restaurant interior design. Tuckahoe/Regency accomplished that. Service here was excellent. Our food was very fresh and not overly salted or sweetened. We decided on the biscuit platter, lemon ricotta pancakes, chicken sausage, cheese grits and the carrot cake and pecan pancakes. My friends had a fresh tonic and the cinnamon toast flavored cocktail. I had grapefruit juice, breakfast potatoes, cheese grits and the carrot cake pecan pancakes. The pancakes are huge ! Bigger than your face big. You can easily share the pancakes amongst 3 people. Just have one. The grits had this beautiful top crust of cheese. Similar to macaroni and cheese. They were red mill grits which are more coarse than the smooth grits you may be used to. I found the food affordable for the value. I will definitely visit again here in Raleigh.

    Pam W.

    My daughter was home for the weekend but was heading back to school on Sunday, so we decided to go to breakfast as a family since my other daughter had the day off. We were going to go to the First Watch in Broad in Short Pump but the wait was quoted as 1-2 hours. Nope. So I looked again and saw a First Watch on Quioccasin by Regency Mall, and the wait was only 20 minutes. We put our names on the list and headed over. The drive is less than 10 minutes, so easy. We checked in and were seated within 10 minutes. The menu looked good with lots of choices. And I like that they try to offer some healthier fare, even if my husband orders the donuts (which were worth every calorie!). I ended up getting an egg white wrap with fruit and asked to leave the turkey off-it just seems weird to have turkey on a breakfast wrap. I also got their green juice made with Kale, Apples and lemon juice. Both were tasty and I really liked the balance of mushrooms, spinach and pico on the wrap. My husband got the smoked salmon eggs Benedict, my oldest daughter got a veggie frittata with cheese grits and the youngest got the breakfast sandwich with potatoes. Everything was good and portions were sizable. We also got iced coffee, which was smooth and had a nutty finish. Service at this location was stellar. I encourage others who live in Short Pump to bypass the 1-3 hour wait and visit this location of First Watch.

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    Alicia R.

    The fastest trip i've ever made to first watch. I typically visit the ironbridge & midlothian location and always run into hourssss of wait time. I visited this location on a saturday morning around prime time and was seated immediately. Our waitress greeted us quickly and took our orders which only took about 10-15 minutes to arrive. Everything was delicious per usual. I especially like there iced coffee! Tried the egg white omelette for the first time and everything was fresh and cooked well. Will definitely be returning to this location.

    Lisa G.

    I almost never go out for breakfast, so this was a treat. I'd only been to First Watch in Columbus, OH YEARS ago... prior to their rebranding... and I like it a lot! Great options on the menu. I could've ordered many different things, but I chose the egg white and turkey omelet. It was really tasty. And the coffee was delicious! I'll definitely be back.

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    4.0
    (58 reviews)
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    We visited on a Friday evening, and the place was pretty dead although we got there around opening,…read moreso I figured that had something to do with it. We stayed for two drinks and the first bartender was pleasant and gave us recommendations and chatted with us. My second old fashioned was a bit overly sweet which I wasn't expecting after the first one being quite good but I didn't ask for it to be fixed so that's on me. The problem is that one of the other bartender/server came up to the bar and CLIPPED HIS NAILS while we were sitting there. I initially questioned what I was hearing as surely, no one in the food industry thinks this is okay?! Unfortunately....someone does. Due to the set up of the bar I have to assume it was being done into a sink? Trashcan? It didn't seem low enough while he was chatting with us to be a trashcan. Needless to say we did not end up ordering food and moved on quickly. I will not be back.

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    Farm and Oak has been on my list and I finally made it!…read more My husband and I wanted to have lunch out and picked Farm and Oak because we haven't visited this restaurant. They have a very limited menu at lunch so you have a few appetizers to choose from, a few salads and sandwiches and burgers, so straight up American food. It does skew southern with crab cake sandwich, pimento cheese and fried chicken. For an appetizer we decided to try the wings. They were good and came with ranch drizzled over the wings. For entrees my husband got their farm & oak burger with Cole slaw and I got their wedge salad with fried chicken. Both were good. The salad was nice and cold and crisp, which was appreciated on such a hot day. It did have too much dressing so next time I might ask for less dressing or have it on the side. I enjoyed the food, service was good and it is a pretty restaurant. I'll probably come back for supper some time to try some of their more in-depth meals.

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    My buddy and I stopped by Granite Grill on a Wednesday evening during Fourth of July week, and…read moredespite being packed, the experience was outstanding from start to finish. There were only a couple of tables available, but they were clearly well staffed. We were greeted immediately at the door, and it was obvious there were multiple managers on the floor making sure everything was running smoothly. The ambiance struck the perfect balance--upscale yet approachable. It felt polished without being stuffy or overly formal. The lighting was just right, creating a comfortable atmosphere for dinner, and they offered a nice selection of beverages and cocktails. The food absolutely delivered. My friend ordered the Cobb salad with fried chicken. The chicken was perfectly cooked and lightly breaded--not overly heavy at all. His only suggestion would be swapping the mustard-based dressing for something brighter, like a lemon or citrus vinaigrette, since it competed a bit with the blue cheese crumbles. I ordered the Mediterranean Bowl with shrimp, and it was fantastic. A small detail that made a surprisingly big impression: the shrimp tails had already been removed! It's such a simple thing, but not having to stop and pick tails off while eating made the meal that much more enjoyable. The dish was perfectly balanced and delicious exactly as served--I wouldn't change a thing. My martini was also expertly made. No notes there either. The restaurant attracted a friendly, well-dressed crowd, adding to the overall experience without feeling pretentious. It's also easy to find, located on the corner of the shopping center with Trader Joe's and Planet Fitness. Granite Grill exceeded my expectations, and I'll definitely be back. Great food, attentive service, an inviting atmosphere, and excellent attention to detail. Highly recommended.

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    Warm lighting, comfortable booths, classic American fare.
    Warm lighting, comfortable booths, classic American fare.
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    Cajun pasta
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    Riverside Tavern

    Riverside Tavern

    4.5
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    Riverside Tavern is my go to spot with friends and family! Such a great local a lot with the best…read morecocktails and menu. Theres something there for everyone and they always decorate for the holidays which makes it fun and special and have a great patio

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    Pet friendly patio.
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    4.2
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    0.6 mi

    This review is long overdue.. partly because I wanted to keep this place a hidden gem (just kidding…read more). It remains one of my all-time favorite Dominican restaurants and never disappoints. Starting with the location, the restaurant is in a small plaza, so there's usually plenty of parking available, which is always a plus. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by the staff, and the interior instantly makes you feel like you're on a tropical vacation. I haven't been to the DR yet, but the vibes are definitely there. My go-to drink is the Morir Soñando--highly recommend it but it's sweet by nature so be careful. Over multiple visits, I've tried a variety of drinks, appetizers, and entrées, and everything has been consistently great. The tostones and empanadas always come out warm and fresh never dry, just perfect. The beef and chicken empanadas are my favorites; both are so flavorful. My boyfriend and I also love the mangú, and the fried cheese is SO good. Honestly, everything on that plate hits. Overall, the food is amazing, the staff is polite and reasonably quick, and I've never had a bad experience here. I seriously can't wait until the next time I'm in town to visit again.

    I love the authentic Dominican food they serve. It is excellent. I have even ordered catering for…read moreChristmas Eve from this restaurant. I highly recommend eating here.

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    Christmas
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    Arroz con habichuela y Carne de Res Guisada
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