First Watch

I’m from Chicago & we don’t have this restaurant! I ordered the Hacienda Hash & my friend got the avocado toast. My food was yummy & my friend generally liked hers too; she also ordered a side of potatoes. We shared the Holey Donuts which were top notch. Our server Caden was friendly & kind.

First watch is the best breakfast place for a hot cup of coffee in the morning. Their food is always good and service is always efficient. Their coffee comes by the pot and is refillable and they offer so many breakfast options with decent portions. I always end up leaving full with leftovers 🤍

I just love the whole experience. From the time you walk in the front door to the time you leave, I just enjoy being there. I've never had a bad meal here. My favorite is probably the French toast (original or Floridian) the little sugar doughnuts for an appetizer are to die for. The servers are very pleasant and attentive to your needs. The atmosphere is simple yet inviting, makes you just want to sit and enjoy each other's company. You may have to wait a little bit to get a table but that's because it is so good everyone wants to come. I would highly recommend trying this place out if you haven't already done so.

The GRAND entrance:
Pushing my mother in for our first ever visit, the hostess came running to try to help with the door! Immediately, I was impressed with that sort of concierge seating/greeting experience, and then upon entry, I saw "Be Kind" written on their easel! Both made me happy we had chosen to come, and we hadn't even at that point even been seated or tasted the food!

Seating NO ONE'S beating:
Approaching the table, it was swift and hands-on despite the wheelchair as several TEAM players assisted in pulling a chair, seating Mom on an open aisle, and in a comfy spot without the need for us to say or do a thing. Needless to say, we were HIGHLY impressed at this point as I can honestly say I have NEVER had this sort of courteous seating anywhere with Mom!

Vittles that lasted about as long as a paper shirt in a bear fight:
I will NEVER do the food justice with words, but when I say it all lasted about as long as a paper shirt in a bear fight?! That is country slang for hoo-we-mama, we greedily downed that food and almost cried when it was gone! The menu first of all was limitlessly overwhelming if I had to say anything 'negative', but I mean that as a HUGE compliment, and as God is my witness, I do not lie, I HATE breakfast foods! But when I tell announced mid-way through devouring my breakfast tostada carnitas, "This is THE BEST FOOD I MAY HAVE EVER eaten" (not just breakfast foods were being drawn into comparison), I reiterated, by emphatically saying, "Again, I'm saying, NOT just the best breakfast food I've ever eaten, b/c ya'll KNOW I don't even LIKE breakfast food...this is THE BEST FOOD I have ever eaten!" It was expertly spiced, nutritious, and alternatively breakfast-y! (And, yes, I KNOW I'm using a lot of exclamation marks, but, ya'll?! This food was delicious, and rarely do I EVER say that as I am gluten free, don't like breakfast food, and am picky as picky can be because I am an admittedly good down home, Southern-inspired, Paula Deen type cookin' mother of three, and as I say, "Ya'll, I didn't get hips this size from skippin the butta" 😉!

Drinkin's not just for Friday nights, mama:
Holy Mary Mother of God, you have GOT to try the seasonal Juice Bar fixins, their take on Sangria, and/or the Bloody Mary. Period. End of story. Don't cry to me if you choose to ignore this one piece of advice. I will tell you to talk to the ✋🏾if you try.

Service ... (ask for Kim, but tip like it's Nicole) 😉

Gluten-Free Options APLENTY:
Part of my hesitancy in eating out is, as I mentioned, due to having to cook at home and the fact that I grew up in a home where mama cooked every meal and we scarfed it up by leaving no crumb behind. But usually, g/f food is hard to find, limited in scope, boring, and without flair or imagination. This place? The choices were almost as plentiful as the non-g/f options were, and EQUALLY as gorgeous on the plate and as yummy or yummiest than traditional breakfast fare like the others chose to eat! That carnita tostada was heavenly and with the fruit sprinkled with tajin?! My fresh-squeezed watermelon juice on the side? When I say I was almost wistful when it was all over, I do not lie!

My suggestion? GO EARLY...these west county folks arrive in droves about 9:45-10 am, but the early crowd was quiet, lighthearted, and peaceful.

We have obviously been here many times.. because of their uniqueness in their menu, we have tried to order something different on each visit… they do not disappoint. So good.. I bought their cookbook… I use it when we don’t have time to pop in to our favorite location in Chesterfield.
If you love fresh foods… this is the place. And they have a staff that knows their products and have always been able to make recommendations that have not failed us either😊

I am not one to ever write reviews but I just have to give the biggest shoutout to our server Maddie! She was so kind and answered all of our questions. The food was great and our drinks stayed refilled. My grandpa came with us and he is a bit slow with talking but she was so patience and understand I cannot recommend her or this location enough! Thank you Maddie!

Loved the food and the atmosphere. Next time I'm in town this place definitely makes it the must visit. Worth every penny spent!!

My sister is going through cancer treatments. Each day I take her to First Watch between her treatments. We had to skip a few days but are able to make it most days Monday to Friday. Staff has always been super pleasant and accommodating. Food is always delicious and feels like we are always eating healthy when there. I recommend everything on the menu and the carrot cake pancake are delicious! The salads have been wonderful! Thank you to everyone there that makes our day that much brighter!

A very nice spot for breakfast. Solid coffee and great choices with natural and healthy ingredients for the food. I had the super food bowl which had a great coconut flavor from the pudding accented nicely by the homemade granola and the berries

VERY busy after 11:30 am on wkday. Close at 2 pm. Prices on higher side. $13.50 for omlete w/toast and one side (not meat), perfectly prepared. Can make your own omelet if not on menu, but must use ingredients listed in their options. Several good selections for the side, ie: fruit, grits. Very clean place with good friendly service. French toast option a little too sweet for our taste. Will give samples of speciality juices, really enjoyed the mango selection, $5.95/glass. Offer a few cocktail/wine selections Bloody Mary $8.95. LOVE they have included diverse meal/drink options along with the everyday standard ones. Oh, and a POT of coffee, so no more waiting for refills!!! Mostly table seating, but do have some booths.

Always delicious food & great service. Your server Caden is a real asset to your restaurant!! He’s super friendly, very attentive & a great server!

Whoever developed this menu and ho Ed these recipes deserves a medal of commendation. Fantastic, fresh selections, and oh so delicious! Favorites are the Honey Pecan salad and Roast Beef and Havarti sandwich.

I go to First Watches across the country and staff are to a one friendly, personable, and professional. Top rate.

First Watch is a gold mine and highly appreciated by this one consumer. Hats off for serving superior food with top shelf service all the time.

Breakfast was absolutely delicious! The service was quick and the staff was nice. Great job.

Great customer service. I arrived before my friend and the Team member at the entrance asked his first name so he could show him to the table when he arrived. All of the Team members we interacted with were very friendly. Food came out quickly, hot, and yummy. Highly recommend this First Watch.

Always an enjoyable experience. Great brunch, nice atmosphere, excellent service. Prices are reasonable for the quality of food served and the portions are filling.

Great place to get a delicious breakfast. Their food is always amazing. And this trip we had the best service.

Always love a First Watch. Consistently good no matter where I go.

This place is great! Food is super fresh and the service was nice.

Food and service is always amazing! You cant go wrong with First Watch!

Love this place so much. It is the perfect breakfast place if you want to dine in for 40-90 minutes.