First Watch

This is one of the best places to eat breakfast. Everything is good and the staff are wonderful.

Good breakfast. Arrived Sat morning and it was already packed and busy. I was able to be seated quickly, and only waited a few minutes for the waitress. I placed my order, the traditional breakfast, and ordered water and hot tea. Hot tea was the brand Bigelow, a small selection but was good. Water came in a larger vase so plenty of water. I didn’t wait long and my food arrived. Two eggs over medium, perfectly cooked. My turkey sausage was just done. I prefer it more well cooked and brown but that’s a personal opinion. The artisan bread was delicious, and the jam quite tasty. The potatoes, although tasty, were not cooked long enough and some were only partially cooked and hard, and very few crispy. I expect some of this due to the crowded restaurant. I was disappointed in the smaller portion size but larger price. Overall I gave it four stars.

Best pancakes ever great food great staff thank you our waitress Tanya was incredible can’t wait to come back

Just moved here a couple weeks ago and this is the first restaurant I hit here in Dayton… the morning after driving in. This place is awesome. I had the avocado toast and WOW… that stuff rocks! The ingredients were fresh, seasoning was spot on, service and staff was great, an overall awesome experience. I went there by myself and sat at the community table. Really cool idea and I met some locals that gave me some great scoop on things to do in the area. I’ve been back twice since then and I can’t wait to bring my family when they get here next week. Thanks!

I had the Strawberry cheesecake french toast. It was exactly what I want from breakfast. It wasn’t extra sweet like other restaurants serve it. The service was fast. They had redecorated and it was fresh feeling inside. The portion size was more than enough. Food was made fresh.

I love this place! Great atmosphere, the service is friendly, and the food is fresh and yum! My go to is the avocado toast, but the sandwiches are great also.

This place is awesome! Would have drove right past of my for Unilocal.Fresh juice, unique menu and service with a smile.

I really love coming to First Watch with my boyfriend for brunch, we had a time where we came 5 days in a row when we were moving out. The only sad thing about this place is that they will take the Killer Cajun off the menu. I wish they bring it back and just keep it forever!!! But overall, BEST BREAKFAST PLACE EVER!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE going here! I seriously wish I could go here every day. I’ve only had the breakfast there and it’s amazing and it always tastes fresh. I got the oatmeal with strawberries and bananas with brown sugar on the side. It’s so good. Totally recommend this place to anyone!

By far the best breakfast in town.
It also is great for lacto-​ovo vegetarians. Everything is fresh and as locally sourced as possible, and service was beyond friendly and excellent.
I got the Avocado Toast and eggs special with a coffee and the fresh kale juice. Eggs and coffee were standard, but the toast and juice were phenomenal. The place is well laid out and decorated with a comfortable feel. I was able to stay a long time in the morning without feeling rushed like you do at some diners or a Starbucks.
As a warning it is slightly pricier (maybe a dollar or two) than typical breakfast. But it’s well worth it for the care they put into their food.
This will be my go to place when in town and looking forward to trying their lunch!

I was there yesterday and I order market Hash
Very delicious try to test it and I will be there today

We absolutely love first watch. My fiancé and I (and our 10 month old daughter) go at least twice a week. Food is always fresh and delicious, same with the coffee. The service is always wonderful, they truly make you feel like family. I’m pretty sure we’ve had every server, and they are all excellent! :) also, if you plan on going on the weekend or an otherwise busy day, check out the app «no wait», you can get on the wait list before you even arrive, no waiting out in the cold or a crowded restaurant!

I had a marvelous experience. I visited for brunch and ordered a Mediterranean omelet (which included diced tomatoes, potatoes, feta cheese, spinach, and cucumbers). The breakfast tea smelled wonderful and worked well as an after meal drink. The buttered English muffins with jam tasted comforting. Service was expedient and nurturing. My waiter refilled the water, replaced the tea, and stopped by often to inquire if I needed anything else.
Although the restaurant was packed, I enjoyed my brunch peacefully from the beginning to the end. The host cordially helped me, and the other waiters refilled the milk and creamer.
The interior looks cheery, mostly with light wood tables and dining chairs. I would invite relatives or friends and perhaps dates. Their menu has an extensive list of omelets, fruits, and grains fit for a lovely, weekend meal. This is truly a delicious brunch place in the Dayton area!

This is a good place for a quick and good breakfast. I’ve tried a couple of their items here and most have been quite good (except the greek omelet — not much going on with that). Food seems to be very fresh. Coffee is excellent along with the service. They do get pretty busy here during the typical times so you may have to wait for a table but they move people thru the restaurant pretty quickly.

Had the Bacado omelet, was delicious! Would definitely recommend this place for a breakfast location, great service and fast seating! Would come back any time!

H and I stopped by the other day after being deterred by the new IHOP’s wait (Uhh, 50 minutes on a Thursday for brunch? No thanks!). This restaurant is located very, very close to Wright State/​Nutter Center and around the corner from the ever so busy N Fairfield Rd. There’s plenty of parking, also, since it shares its lot with a number of other businesses.
Upon walking in, the restaurant is decorated with such similarity to Denny’s/Bob Evans! We were quickly seated by the hostess and within minutes were served by our waiter. Our waiter was the nicest man! He was so patient (my H is indecisive…) and earnest with his menu recommendations. If you order coffee, you’ll be the recipient of the coffee mug tower thing for unlimited coffees. Handy! I ended up ordering a traditional breakfast, which overall was decent. I enjoyed the bacon (I’m a monster. I don’t like bacon!) much more than I usually do. H ordered an omelette and he was underwhelmed by the side salad that accompanied it.
Also, the restaurant is closed early. What? At 2? Holy cow. I’m lucky we made it in on time to eat! And the restaurant was NOT packed. Reading the other reviews, I was quite wary as to whether or not H and I would actually be seated and eating within the hour of our arrival. I’m glad I was sadly mistaken.

For breakfast, you can’t beat this place! I have been here three times now and every meal I’ve had has been great (I’ve had an omelet twice («Acapulco Express» and «The Works»), and a hash («Parma Hash»). The service has always been good, even when they are completely full and there is a wait at the door. One of these days I might make it there for lunch, but if I don’t thats okay since breakfast and brunch hits all the right spots in my tummy!

I came here and had their «The Works» omelet. It comes with greens or seasoned potatoes. I didn’t care too much for the seasoned potatoes, but I’m not a potatoes person so I’m not rating the restaurant because of that.
The eggs, ham, bacon, sausage, and mushrooms however were GREAT! I’d come back just for those. Looking over the menu, I’d probably order the Tri-​fecta next time since it doesn’t come with potatoes. That way it doesn’t go to waste. *note to self*
I also got their fresh squeezed orange juice but as I was leaving one of the customers told me that the Kale Tonic juice is where it’s at. She seemed disappointed that what I had in my hand was just OJ. LOL.
Also, this place has some kind of an App where you can put your name down on the waitlist … I didn’t pay too much attention to it but check it out next time you’re there, or on your way there.

Decided on this after Dad was hoping for Waffle House. Perfect breakfast before the museum!

My waitress Tonya suggested the avocado toast which could not have been a better choice I can’t remember tasting anything like it, thick cut whole wheat grain toast topped with fresh smashed avocado and extra-​virgin olive oil, lemon and Maldon sea salt. It was served with two basted eggs. One word unbelievable!!! I didn’t stop to blog or talk to the last bite. The service was so quick and friendly :)
I washed it down with the Day-​Glo fresh juice it contained carrots, oranges and lemons with a hint of organic ginger juice, what a refreshing flavor.
I can’t wait till tomorrow because I’m coming back!