First Watch

I met a friend this morning at this location of First watch. I have visited other locations in MD & VA, with mixed impressions. I was pleased with how bright the space was, with lots of comfortable booth seating. Our server was friendly and helpful; the coffee came immediately and our food came out promptly. This review will focus on a couple of factors that are not always important to others: budget and calories. I find many fancy breakfast places are geared to fancy, high calorie options that can make a dent in both the waistline and the wallet. First Watch is no exception--if you have no limitations, they have lots of delicious options. (I did see things like raspberry French toast go by that looked spectacular.)However, today, I did not want to spend a fortune to meet a friend for coffee, and I did not want to consume a days worth of calories at breakfast. (They do have healthy choice options on their menu but they seemed like more than I needed today). So I chose two items off of the sides menu. The bowl of cheese grits were a decent size portion, and they were delicious. The bowl of mixed fresh fruit was also delicious, and it was actually more than I could eat. But the two items, along with their good coffee (they leave a carafe on the table), was a great start to the day. You can see both cost and calories ahead of your visit by checking out the online ordering menu.I was told they do a nice brunch.

I've been to the Bowie location several times but this was my first visit at the Annapolis location. I wanted something hearty so I had the steak & eggs hash. It's a combination of steak, roasted mushrooms, onions, mozzarella, spinach, and potatoes topped with eggs, and Parmesan cream sauce. It was yummy in my tummy. I added a little salt and pepper on the eggs because they weren't seasoned, but nothing else in the dish lacked flavor. Steak for breakfast isn't usually my go to, but after having this dish, maybe it will be. To wash it down, I had the purple haze. It's basically lemonade with butterfly pea tea (it turns the drink purple) & lavender. I love a pretty, purple mocktail. For dessert, I had a cinnamon bun sprinkled with gold sprinkles I think. It looked really pretty but it was disappointing. The roll was really dry and a little hard. I only had one bite.

I had such a wonderful time here. Santsoh Upreti, the General Manager made sure that I had the best experience. I was greeted properly, no wait and I was seated promptly. Mike, only the best server ever, took great care of my guest and I. The drinks were strong, the food was served fresh and hot, just like I like it. The Trifecta menu option with a side of Millionaire Bacon was perfect for my Sunday Brunch. The atmosphere was so relaxing and I love the outdoor patio ambience. Just perfect for a sunny Sunday afternoon. Covered patio, fans, outdoor bar and beautiful flowers and greenery for the perfect scenery. I totally recommend, so come on down and enjoy.

First visit. I ordered eggs, turkey gravy w/biscuits, & grits. I don't know anywhere else where I can have biscuits and gravy and the meat is turkey. Thank you First Watch! I had the raspberry French toast to go. I love the many options on the menu, especially since I don't eat pork or beef. I didn't care for the grits but everything else was very good. I plan on returning soon.

Food is good but there's definitely better especially for the wait time. The eggs Benedict and the omelets are good. I would skip on the blackberry lemon cream French toast.

I loved this place the service was great they were really nice as Im writing this. The food was so good I loved it. I loved the aesthetic of this place I loved the gray green white colors. This place is low key a vibe.

So good. Not really anymore $ than Honeybee. Twice as good though. The omelette. The frittata. And alcohol! Can't go wrong

Disappointing. We waited a long time to order our food. Server (not his fault) came out 20 min after we ordered our food to say that one of the entrees wasn't available, the kitchen had just let him know. Then they almost immediately delivered the other 3 entrees, and we didn't get the 4th person's food for at least another 10 minutes. And then didn't remove it from the bill. I have so many questions. I think my fav part was when they presented me with the bill with default tip of 18%, 22%, and 25%. Um. No. Absolutely tipped the waiter, again not his fault, but this was horrible.I will say that I adored the first watch in another location long ago, so I'll still come back to first watch, just never again to this one.

TIP: the booths by the window can be cold in winter. What I really loved about this location was that they had a "breakfast bar". This was an area in the back with about five or six stools kind of like a counter at a diner. I didn't try it on this visit, but I think it would be perfect for solo diners.This First Watch is an end store in the shopping center. It is clean and comfortable. Service is good. I've tried just about everything at this location, but my old standby is our morning meditation, and a quinoa ball. This location is worth trying.

Update on 12/29//24So happy to say the food was terrific, service outstanding, and they've worked all the kinks out. This is the First Watch I knew!!!