My wife and I visited New Year's morning and were surprised by how quickly we were seated. Our server was friendly and answered our questions about the menus and got our drinks in a timely manner. I ordered the french toast with real maple syrup and my wife ordered the Acapulco Express. While I found the french toast to be exactly as I expected (tasty, thick slices of sourdough bread), my wife found the omelette a touch too spicy for her taste. I enjoyed the chorizo but it was a touch on the spicy side. My wife ordered one of their fresh juice bar drinks, the Kale Tonic, which as you can expect was green and on the tarter side. I just got pineapple juice. The restaurant is casual and during normal hours will be on the noisier side. There is free wifi which is a bonus. Overall the service was good and the food was better. read more

Let me start this review by saying that I am not the biggest breakfast fan and am not a fan of similar restaurants in the Orlando area. That being said, I did enjoy my breakfast at First Watch. I was a fan of their Skillet Hash - Farmhouse. It was a combination of eggs, breakfast potatoes, bacon, avocado, and cheese all served in a skillet. It is a simple yet hardy meal that is done really well. I personally like adding hot sauce to it for an additional kick. Those in my party also enjoyed their pancakes and French toast. It is a little expensive in my opinion but is what I have come to expect from these types of places. Ultimately I do think it is the best "local chain" for breakfast in the Orlando area. read more

I used to love coming to this location but the last four times I've gone, the service and food has been so disappointing. Yesterday I ordered the BLT eggs Benedict with some customization (no ciabatta) and sub greens for potatoes. It was presented to me with 11 potato pieces, with no avocado and soggy greens on top of the eggs? The waitress also forgot my drink and had an attitude with our entire table. I usually let these things slide, but because this wasn't the first time, I couldn't let it go. Seriously getting good service here is lucky anymore. It's disappointing as this used to be my favorite brunch place. read more

The new FW is very nice inside. It feels a bit rustic with a modern flare! They always have a nice breakfast. I had the Smoked Salmon & Spring Chive Scramble! It was delicious!! read more

First Watch - Dining area - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Very tasty and fresh! They have some great healthy choices and some not so healthy! I eat here every time I'm in Florida. Today I had the crab cake Benedict which was yummy but weirdly paired with a salad. I've had their avocado toast which was good but overly salty. I like that they give you a canister of coffee when you order coffee. And that they have a coffee station near the front as well. read more

I just had another amazing experience at the First Watch on Aloma Ave. Sarah was an amazing server and we loved her recommendations and her service was spot on. The General Manager Michael was warm and welcoming and made an effort to greet us and give us a great greeting on the way out. Thank you First Watch for a great experience. We will definitely be back soon!!! read more

My friends and I went to this place for brunch and what a pleasant surprise! The food was really good and the customer service was top notch. Thanks to Mike for making us feel welcomed and at home. This is one of the best breakfast spots in Orlando! We will be coming back here very soon! read more

Love love love First Watch and this location! Such nice staff, quick and delicious breakfast and my daughter loves coming here! I nearly always have the siesta key cocktail with the seasonal muffin. I have tried a good number of the muffins and never been displeased. What I love most about this dish and this place is that when you get the fruit it's not a big late of melon. It's like an actual nice assortment of fruits: grapes pineapple, strawberries and melon. Most places you order fruit and you get one strawberry two pieces of pineapple and a whole lotta' melon! The bottomless coffee is a nice perk too, I really have nothing bad to say and will continued to recommend and visit this place! read more

We got here around 12 noon I'm guessing for brunch. Probably was one of the best brunches I have had I will say; so yeah it goes on the top best brunch list. Food was very fresh, restaurant was very open and not crowded so that was already a plus for me. The staff was cool and I enjoyed everything. Would definitely go back read more

First Watch - Turkey gravy and biscuits I guess, potatoes and eggs. (wasn't mine) ha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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We are regulars of this place. Like come EVERY weekend!! With three kids, breakfast is the only meal we every go out for(haha!)! Everyone at this location is so nice, understanding, helpful and accommodating!! This weekend we were having a particularly difficult morning (happens with kids ‍) and then a miscommunication meant the table we had been waiting for went to a different party. If you have kids you know that kids and waiting don't always mix!! The manager was so amazing and handled the situation so perfectly!! They got us into a booth, food was fast, service was so attentive and the bacon was extra crispy ! Ron Swanson would approve of this breakfast joint! read more

One of the best places to get breakfast in Orlando! This place has a diverse menu so you're sure to find something you like. Great staff, clean establishment, delicious food. It can get a bit busy Sunday mornings from the Church crowd but it's still worth the wait. If you love breakfast food this is one of the places you definitely have to try. read more

Big Cakes...Great tasting as well very pleased with the food for the price. Service could have been faster but very nice people read more

First Watch - Big cakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

The food is SO GOOD. But the customer service is AMAZING! We crave the açaí bowls with the almond butter toast and wish they were open for dinner because I'd eat it for every meal. My picky toddler LOVES the chocolate chip pancakes... and they actually use tons of chips instead of just sprinkling a few in like some places. Million dollar bacon & Elevated Egg Sandwich are also favorites. Overall, we LOVE this place, and the service at this particular location is awesome. They really go above and beyond to make sure guests are happy and taken care of!! We like to dine-in, but when it's nearing closing time (2:30pm) we take it to go... either way, the food is consistent and delicious! read more

Food was okay. Some of the veggies in my omelet were browning. I don't really see what the big deal is about this place. read more

Excellent service and excellent food! I had a wonderful experience at First Watch yesterday morning. The Chorizo was amazing and our service was stellar! We even got a pleasant visit from the manager Mike to make sure our experience was good! I was impressed. Will definitely be coming back. read more

Cams here for breakfast with my friends. Everything was quick and the service was on point. The food was delicious. Was asked to write this review and I couldn't say no. We will come back soon read more

One of my favorite breakfast spots. Whether you want a tasty healthy meal or a tasty traditional meal, they have it all! A clean, upbeat atmosphere & friendly staff that are eager to attend to your individual needs. Family friendly with tons of parking out front. read more

First Watch at Aloma is delicious! The staff is always pleasant, the manager is awesome, and it's just overall a great experience. It's my favorite breakfast place near me. The food is soooo good and they portions are generous! They have great variety from classic breakfast dishes, to more healthy options, to some creative ones I've never seen before! I highly recommend this place! read more

Decent food and somewhat affordable price. I wish they had a little more portions for the price. However I go there for the great customer service. My wife and I always ask for Glenn (our favorite server). We have had issues before with timing of the food and over cooked meals etc. But since Glenn has been taking care of us I think his communication with the kitchen is good. This is because our food has been great since he is our server now. So I recommend if you come to this location ask for Glenn, main reason why I took the time to write this review. read more

First Watch is our go-to after our Saturday morning run. They are always ready to accommodate us while maintaining safety guidelines. Lisa Silver's service is impeccable--she anticipates our needs, and makes us feel at home with her welcoming smile, as do all the First Watch staff. The food comes out hot and always satisfies. Truly a must-do if you have not been! read more

I have eaten at this new location at least 8 times and the food is always good. The staff are wonderful and the service is great. Coffee is very good and always hot, as it is served in a personal carafe. My favorite sandwich is the Beefeater. Attitude is everything to me and it is very important to management at First Watch. The management cares!! read more

I went here about a week ago and had a great experience. I loved my food, as did my friend. This restaurant has a fun atmosphere, along with friendly staff. This restaurant has outdoor and indoor seating. I'm definitely going to come back soon. read more

The first visit here was ok, brown gravy on biscuits and gravy is just weird, so we decided to give it another try for my birthday. We were seated then waited. There were only a few other tables with about 3 or 4 waiters we saw. There was a line building of people to pay for their meals. We waited 20 minutes and no1 came to take our drink order or walked by so we couldn't get another waiter's attention. We finally decided to just leave after 30 minutes of waiting. That's when a waiter stopped us and offered to take our orders but at that point we were over it. I then wrote First Watch with what happened and they didn't even bother to contact us back. We won't be returning here. You're much better off finding a Keke's of even a Waffle House for breakfast. read more

We love coming here. The avocado toast is awesome!!!

Maybe they were short-staffed in the kitchen, but the 30 minute wait after ordering our food, only to receive it cold, is not commensurate with this restaurant's rating. Our waiter was polite and had that "it's not my fault" look on his face that waiters get (I've been there myself) when the kitchen is mucking things up. We were seated right next to the kitchen, the restaurant was full, and the activity and noise levels in the kitchen were subdued, as if the restaurant was empty. All in all, a dissatisfying and perplexing experience. read more

I'll make this review short and to the point. I'm basing this review on the past 10 times I've been here. My only complaint is that they close at 2:30pm which is a franchise rule. I'd eat here for dinner if I could! The food is great! The atmosphere is more up to date and the cleanliness of this location is 5 out of 5. The staff at this location is very helpful and work as a team. This location has the best service out of any of the locations I've been to. I've started eating here at least once per week due to the taste and quality of the food, and attentiveness of the wait staff. They make it easy and fun like it should be! As for the menu, they have a lot of healthy options in terms of breakfast items, salads, and sandwiches. Their pancakes are amazing too! Some of the best I've had. I would suggest the blueberry pancakes and they are very large. I'm not a big potato fan but if you get there potatoes cooked "crispy" they are very tasty. Their bacon, multi grain toast, and omelets also taste great! I get the fruit cup without any melon and it's always very fresh and delicious. I also suggest their cholesterol free eggs which taste as good as normal eggs, but much healthier! If you're into lunch, the turkey sandwich with cobb salad is on point! They also have a few healthy wraps I've tried that were great too! If you like First Watch food, but haven't liked the other locations, give this one a try. I'll be back in a couple of days. Keep up the great work! read more

We stopped by on a Saturday about 11:00. Although they were very busy, we were seated promptly. The service was very friendly and our food arrived quickly. We ordered a power wrap, bacon and waffles. Everything was delicious. We will definitely return. read more

This is a pretty mediocre place to have brunch.. dont expect the fresh juice to be good, it tasted like Odwalla juice with a overwhelming amount of agave. Also don't expect to order a side of avocado toast, the waiter did not even flinch to go back and ask the cook when i asked him for a side of avo on my toast.. he said it would cost the same amount as the full plate they serve (10$). The eggs Benedict is also pretty non traditional, when i had it they served the eggs on half of a french roll. They shouldn't have to revolutionize eggs benedict to make it "unique", actually it does not make it a Benni. read more

Yay for a new location! My boyfriend and I stumbled on this one while on the search for pancakes we didn't need to wait 2 hours to get, on a Sunday. The service was great and our breakfast's were delightful. We will be back. read more

Great fresh food, I just wish it didn't close so early. So many times I wanted to eat a late lunch and they were closed. But other than that it is clean, has friendly staff, and has fresh, yummy food. read more

I don't know what to say. It just horrible. I and my bf didn't like it at all. His item was call the Pham hash. It's so horrible, look like they just put some mushrooms and tomatoes from the salad bar onto the potatoes and say it a breakfast item. Didn't even bother to warm the item together up. The taste was so bland. I would never come back again. My order was blue berry pancakes, eggs and ham. I can eat the ham and eggs. As for the pancakes. It's was so horrible. Two star is far more generous. The service is ok. It's such a big disappointment. read more

Do NOT order the oatmeal - a glop over over-cooked instant, tasteless, wallpaper paste. Yuch! The pancakes are better but skip the blueberry sauce. read more

Really dissapinted with the food and management at this first watch. I've loved this chain since they first opened, and when we moved to Orlando we were going to the one near UCF at least 3-4 times a week while we got settled in. Had an incident once with our food and the manager was on it, very understanding and communicative to make sure we left happy, he was also the same guy who found my fiance's purse when she forgot it the same day and contacted her school to get it back to her, above and beyond and great servers at that location. Unfortunately, I can't say the same about this one. We've been here twice now and have already decided to stick with the UCF store. This visit sealed that, we ordered what we always (always) get, a trifecta with a Belgian waffle and the cranberry nut oatmeal. Today when we got our food (by a food runner rather than our waitress, who we hadn't seen since she took our order) the bacon and waffle for the trifecta were not warm, the bacon was actually cold, below room temperature it seemed, and the eggs were cooked like an empty omelette rather than actual scrambled curds. The waffle was coated with cinnamon sugar, and as we mention we always get the same thing, this was not the powdered sugar we usually got, and it tasted strongly of cinnamon powder, so we knocked it off and decided to eat it because we'd made plans and hasn't eaten yet. Our server came by and told us the powdered sugar is always cinnamon sugar, but the cook may have put too much cinnamon, she offered to switch our food out, and was nice, but we declined. The oatmeal we split after the trifecta did not have the toasted English muffin, last time it did, but it was almost raw, and the oatmeal itself must not have been slated. Usually the oatmeal is great, but this was as bad as the stuff my dad made to " be healthy" (plain boiled oats, that's all). By this point I was pretty upset, I'd just gotten off my morning shift and wanted to treat my fiance to a nice breakfast out before our day together. She told our waitress about the oatmeal and the rest and asked if she could just take the muffin off, our waitress said she couldn't speak with the manager then but she'd send him over. I didn't get his name but the larger white man with brown hair and a beard came over and was unfriendly from start to finish, he appologized about the food shortly and said he'd do something about it, there for all of forty seconds, he could see I was completely unhappy with the food here and did not seem to care that we wouldn't be return customers. I wasn't trying to get food free, I didn't want to pay for the muffin, particularly after the rest of the food had been so disappointing and the muffin had been raw last time. We didn't see him again, our server gave us a price deduction and we tipped her from the original price and left. The food was so disappointing, but the manager really had me upset leaving the place, I value the money I spend, and have no problem paying for food out, but I can make better food than this at home, with a shorter wait and not have to interact with asshole managers, and I can do the whole thing naked. So, why would I want to pay for cold, bland, or badly spiced food here when I can either go to the other first watch, a regular dinner that actually puts out hot food, or home? Two stars because or waitress gave us a price deduction after seeing how disappointed with the food we were. The manager may have cleared it but he did not initiate it. read more

This location was great! We met friends for breakfast at 9:00 thinking if we arrived any later, we'd be waiting for hours (like at the UCF location). Turns out, this location is much more even, which made for prompt service and a much more enjoyable dining experience. Two in our party had french toast, one had the french toast monte cristo, and I had a pancake/egg/bacon plate. Everyone enjoyed their food a great deal. It was delivered hot, fresh, and quickly. I appreciated that the waitress left a coffee carafe at the table for refills, but I do wish our water glasses were bigger (they were TINY!). Our waitress was very sweet and helpful. It made us happy to tip her well before the holiday. She earned every penny. read more

Really happy to find my favorite breakfast place in Sarasota has opened a Winter Park location.

Great little breakfast place. We've been here several times when family is in town and have always had good service and great food. Would definitely recommend their omelettes. read more

One of the best "chain" breakfasts around. Plus they bring fruit for our parrot when he visits

Recently had a bad experience but the manger was very sweet and made sure the rest of our experience was good. Went back today and had a much better experience. The manager brought out some of our food and remembered us from our last visit! read more

Took my 4 year old granddaughter there for breakfast this morning. Restaurant wasn't very busy. After 10 minutes of not being acknowledged , a server finally stopped and asked if we'd been helped. I said that no one had been by and we were going to leave. She took our drink order and said she'd get our server. Other people who had been seated after us and were starting to get their food. This woman returned with our drinks and took our order. She ended up finally bringing our food out. Our assigned server passed by to see if the food was ok. No apology, didn't really stop. A few minutes later she dropped off the bill and left. Nothing said. When going to pay the check, I was asked if everything was ok. I promptly said no and that I wouldn't be back. I related what had happened. Another person came up to the register and comped our meal. Have always had good service and good food here. Won't be going back. The irony is that there's a sign in front of the stand with the register that asks customers to give them a 5 rating on social media. 1 is too many. read more

I meet with a group of ladies monthly and First Watch on Aloma is our go to restaurant. The service is great and the food is awesome. The breakfast dishes are the best in town-lots of variety and healthy choices. If you need a place to meet friends or business associates I would recommend First Watch on Aloma. read more