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3.6 (221 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Scramble Bowl
Tierani T.

I love love love how the ambience in this restaurant is so welcoming. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and they at us in a booth. I ordered the cookie latte and also the regular breakfast which was fantastic. The bacon was so crispy and probably the best part aside from the coffee. I would probably go back again in less than a week.

Raspberry Ricotta French Toast (Million Dollar Bacon in background)
Susie G.

I have been to and enjoyed First Watch restaurants in other cities but had yet to visit the one in W-S, mainly because I heard they were always very busy. However, I was craving something crunchy today and decided it was time. After all, there's a reason they're always busy, right? I was looking at their website and noticed that you can add yourself to the waitlist from the website. Love that. The website was a little hard to use as when doing location search using Nearby or zip code, it told me there were none nearby. The W-S location did come up when I searched using the city name. Then the map kept coming up when I tried to navigate to the location website. Finally the location came up and it was very helpful to select the option to get on the waitlist. It gives you a real time estimate of the actual wait. This was helpful in deciding when to jump on the waitlist. When we arrived, we were seated immediately! Our server, Ariana, was very friendly and bubbly. She got us started with coffee right away and we also ordered the sangria pitcher. My husband ordered the smoked salmon Benedict and I ordered the Raspberry Ricotta French Toast and a side of the Million Dollar Bacon. Mr. Susan loved the Benedict, particularly the fresh greens on top. He had never had the Million Dollar Bacon (baked with brown sugar, black pepper, cayenne and drizzled with maple syrup) and was appropriately wowed. My Raspberry Ricotta French Toast was a work of art. I had imagined that it would be "stuffed" with the lemon ricotta so I was a bit confused that there was no "filling," afterwards I checked the menu online and realized that what I mistook for whipped butter atop the creation was actually the whipped lemon ricotta cream. Good to know. The raspberry puree was delicious and fresh raspberries a nice touch. The sangria I wouldn't order again, it wasn't "bad," but it didn't really have any "bite" or "oomph" to it and was more like drinking punch. Overall a very pleasant experience and I saw several menu items I'd like to try on future return visits!

Ray G.

What a delicious brunch!!! The service and the food are excellent. Highly recommend getting on the waitlist via their website. My wife did this and we were able to be seated right away. I had the eggs Benedict with Smoke Salmon...outstanding!! The million dollar bacon was essentially desert! You can pay your check via barcode and Apple Pay is accepted.

Eggs Benedict
Fred B.

This was my first visit to this location, and the entire setup is so much better than that cloistered mess in Clemmons! I went with Eggs Benedict with Salmon and the Million $ Bacon. I've had smoked salmon Eggs Benedict a number of times, most often at Print Works Bistro in Greensboro, one of the premier restaurants in the Triad serving contemporary American cuisine, with the occasional European twist! The dish here was quite nice. I was a bit concerned about how the eggs would be cooked since a handful of reviews had complained that the eggs were over cooked. But the eggs were nicely poached with a runny yolk, perfect! The bacon was also very nice, great texture and the sweetness was great. This was a much nicer experience than the one I had at the Clemmons location.

French Toast
Gracie G.

I was pleasantly surprised by first watch. With it being a chain brunch spot I wasn't expecting too much, but it was very tasty, the server was super helpful. He suggested I tried the iced coffee, ensuring I'd love it, sure enough I did! Fun spot to try with friends!

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Emma N.

The hardest thing about eating at first watch is deciding if you want breakfast or lunch. And then you have to decide which thing on the amazing menu you want. Everyone decided to enjoy a late breakfast today and I probably will be full until dinner. The eggs were great. The waffle was great. The pancake was great. And the potatoes were delicious. The wait time is always a little long but they have a text message that let's you know your place. I also found out today they have more parking behind the restaurant. The servers are kind and efficient with a counter cashier for checking out. The tables are a little close together so I wouldn't recommend for any deeply private conversations. But it does feel like eating breakfast in your grandma's farm kitchen.

Chickychanga
Kelsey R.

This is one of those highly consistent places you know you will always have a delicious meal. Every time I have visited, my food has been top tier and fresh. On today's visit, I enjoyed a delicious Chickychanga (forgive me spelling here) which is basically a breakfast chimichanga. It is AMAZING. The cheese sauce mixed with their blend of seasonings is delicious. The side of potatoes were warm and deliciously seasoned as well. As I had a kid free morning, I also enjoyed a mimosa. They bring your own mini bottle of champagne to pour which feels very fancy dancy for my mom's morning out! Service is quick, polite and efficient. The restaurant is clean and has a fresh feel to it. Highly recommend!

Socal Breakfast Hash
Madison R.

Incredible food + massive portions! The SoCal was delicious. The staff is friendly and the environment is a large space with outdoor seating! The only thing we didn't like- our waitress acted like coffee was included, and it ended up being $4 a cup. Our fault because we should have asked, but she poured our cups as she poured water.

Covered free parking
Terri W.

What's there to say about First Watch Winston? Plenty. Great atmosphere, lots of shaded/covered parking in the back, excellent service (I'm looking at you Anleigh) and the food is the brightest star in their crown. The iced coffee has a wonderfully strong coffee flavor, that was sweetened and full of cream for the PERFECT blend and only $3.99! I had the Shishito Brisket Hash with 2 over medium eggs on top. The brisket was tender and well seasoned. The potatoes were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, my eggs were perfect. That roasted garlic aioli? Chef's smooch! My friend had the recommended Market Hash and loved it. Her eggs were the perfect over easy that she requested. The menu is extensive and I've made a list of everything I want to try so I will definitely be back. More good news: I just looked at my receipt. This is the only place I know of that doesn't charge a fee to use a credit card! Kudos to First Watch!

Marie O.

I came here with my son for breakfast yesterday. I ordered the avocado toast and scrambled eggs. I told them I'm having some issues with salt and if I could have it cooked and prepped with low salt? And they did, which I really appreciated. My avo toast was delicious! My son got the chorizo omelette and really enjoyed it. Wonderful service and clean restaurant.

The "poached" eggs were hard boiled.
Adolfo M.

Ordered the eggs Benedict. The eggs came out hard, rather than poached. It took over ten minutes to get word on the replacement eggs. At that point the rest of my meal was cold. I didn't eat a bite. I sent it all back. No manager apology/resolution. They even had the nerve to charge me for my coffee.

Pale yolk -certainly not "FARM FRESH" Eggs!

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Same kind of food you would get at a diner for double the price. Service is ok. Busy on weekends.

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Coffee tasted like it contained chemicals. Food cold and salty. Acoustics terrible. Very noisy. Kale tonic is good.

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The Remedy Cafe & Bar

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(4.5 stars) Housed in a historical building, The Remedy has…read morecharm to spare. The high wooden bookshelves and designated reading tables give it literary cachet, but The Remedy leans more cozy than stuffy. There's plenty of seating inside and out, and this would be as good a place for a group as it would be for partaking solo. Part coffeeshop and part bar, The Remedy also offers baked goods, flatbreads and charcuterie alongside its coffees, teas, and cocktails. I passed on the food (it seemed overpriced), but the coffee left no room for complaint. I went with a marshmallow iced latte. It was prepared quickly, and it made for a smooth sip: not too sweet and no acidity. Winston-Salem has no shortage of places to grab a drink of the caffeinated or alcoholic varieties, but it's hard to beat the atmosphere that The Remedy has to offer.

Ummm..no. I think the main selling point for this place is the historical building that it's in and…read morethe cool ambience inside. It was packed for a Friday at noon. Service = not great. I felt like I interrupted the gentlemen's conversation by trying to order and they were not very friendly. The veggie quiche was over $7 and kind of small. I was still hungry. It was good though. I'll add that I did not try the coffee (which apparently is a staple) There are so many OTHER breakfast and coffee spots in the city... I'll just say that.

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4.0
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Cozy little patio nestled perfectly in Reynolda Village. I used to visit Penny Path when it was…read morelocated in HP and have finally found my way back to its "new" home in Winston-Salem. My partner and I were greeted immediately upon arriving inside and were told me could sit anywhere we liked on the patio. We could have sat inside, but It was a beautiful day so we wanted to take advantage of the weather and view. We ordered coffees-my dirty chai latte was delicious and my partner was happy with her iced americano as well. We shared the apple crepe and although I wished it had a little more moisture inside, the cinnamon and Nutella were delicious and complimented the apples nicely. The service was excellent, we enjoyed our time, and would definitely return.

We were dropping my daughter off at a summer program at Wake Forest and had about an hour to grab…read moresome food. Village Tavern was my first pick, but was a 25+ min for a table and we were hungry and in somewhat of a rush. We made our way next door to penny path and I was excited for crepes and maybe even more excited for coffee. I had skipped my usual 2 cups that morning thanks to a rushed airport experience. The iced latte hit the spot. Even my 15 year old stole some sips because she liked it and isn't a coffee drinker (yet). As for the crepes it was ok. I went with the Brie, apple and turkey Brie which is usually an amazing combo but just wasn't doing it for me. I ate about half because I was famished and held off on the rest. My husband polished off his Hawaiian crepe and my daughter did the same with her pizza crepe. Since we were there for lunch we went savory over sweet, but the sweet ones did look good. I'd come back for coffee, but would probably eat elsewhere next time. However it was a very cute cafe in an adorable little center not too far from campus.

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4.5
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I loved this place! I've been trying to make it out forever and finally had the chance. It was busy…read moreon a Sunday morning, we waited a good 30-40 minutes, but it was well worth the wait and once we were sat the food came out impressively fast! My friend ordered the breakfast burrito, it was huge! For a side she had the sweet potato tots. She let me steal a bite of both and yum! I opted for the Hot Honey Chicken with Pimento Benedict and wow! I was nervous the pimento cheese would be overpowering, but it wasn't at all! It was a nice, creamy complement to the spicy crispy chicken. The hollandaise cut through some of the richness for a pleasant mellower. Prices are reasonable and our waitress was great! The restaurant is larger than it looks but it does get quite crowded. Can't wait to come back here!

Another of the good downtown restaurants that I have fought the parking to try - downtown WS's…read moresuccess is also a problem going forward - parking downtown needs to be addressed intelligently, which the local officials don't bring to the table, instead they are going to make changes which will just make matters worse! This is a solid restaurant with much to offer in the brunch/breakfast area - an area that has become popular and chic, and it almost always means much will be expensive, usual very expensive considering the less than costly menu ingredients that drive food choices here, and other such brunch spots. Brunch is seen as more than just a meal for some folks who are all into what is trendy, and restaurant are aware of this and prices are raised due to the "experience" element! I have tried several items here including their version of Huevos Rancheros (not a fan of how they make it, pulled pork is a party foul), the Eggs Benedict (decent but over priced for sure, $17 with bacon added), and several Omelette choices, can reach $15. This is obviously a popular spot in downtown Winston, but I find it generally overpriced, loud, and the service is inconsistent. I like a good adventure, but somethings simply are not worth the cost! Note that the prices for individual items are written, very lightly with no $ sign to the right of the item. This is done intentionally to make the customer pay less attention to what they spending. Many restaurants are using some form of this approach!

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