First Watch

TLDR: Healthy, flavorful meals. Ample menu options. Friendly employees.I've been to other First Watch restaurants in the past and am a fan. Our experience at this location was about the same. The restaurant was busy as expected on a Sunday afternoon. We made a reservation online in advance (since we had a larger party) and checked in when we arrived. I appreciate how they allow reservations and let part of the party check in. They prepared a table right away and the rest of our party arrived soon after. I've enjoyed each item I've ordered from First Watch. This visit I ordered the quinoa power bowl. It was surprisingly not filling. It tasted great but I was still hungry afterwards. A side of bread or fruit would have accompanied it well. It can be pricy, however, the meals are usually portioned well and nutritious. First Watch is a great option for a balanced, delicious meal. Our server was welcoming and attentive. The dining area gets loud and our server recognized this and made sure she understood us. Our orders were accurate and arrived in a reasonable amount of time. After the meal we paid at the front counter. Checking in and paying in the same area can lead to the front becoming crowded. Chairs are available and the wait time is short. Overall, First Watch is a good option for a nutritious, flavorful meal!

Parking is tricky on a Sunday- they have plenty but you may have a decent walk.Very noisy- really hard to talk or server was nice- she couldn't hear us and we couldn't hear her. With that only one order was not quite right.Coffee cups on table were stained price of coffee with meal was pricy.The food was amazing almost all of us finished our plates. I got the 1/2 sandwich- roast beef and the kale salad- everything had great flavor- the horseradish sauce was great.You pay at the counter- we did have to wait until the servers and cashier were looking at pictures on their phone- otherwise is was a good meal.

We visited on a Sunday morning during the breakfast rush with a larger group. Despite having some food allergies in our party, the staff was accommodating and handled everything well.The food was as good as always. Even though the location was busy, they seated us quickly. This remains one of our favorite upscale restaurants and locations.

Not a pet friendly restaurant patio as seen online. Person took order after I asked for a menu. Different person delivered food without utensils or a napkin. Never checked on. Different person set the check on the table without asking if my meal was satisfactory. I do not recommend as I will not be returning.

This was my first experience at this restaurant.My server told me to pay my ticke on line.. I did as she asked.I also left a cash tip for the Person that was busting tables. Which was very polite . proceeded to leave. My server stopped me stating that I was dining and dashing. Then proceeded to tell me to come back into the restaurant. To speak with management and to wait in front which was one of the most embarrassing things in my life. Someone accused me. Of something that I did not do then to get Management to speak with me.Then just to let me know that everything was okay.. and that they seehould have checked it before they embarrassed me... I think they were trying to judge me because I was in my work clothes and I have tattoo sleeves...

The food was awesome the place is very clean the staff is very friendly. Matthew is a real gentleman

Service and food outstanding, Michael our waiter was awesome. Would recommend to all our friends

Dazelyn's service was great! The food was amazing as always! My friends and I had an amazing breakfast for a birthday.

Cant go wrong by coming here! Food is delicious, new additions regularl and great service always !

i've had great experiences at other First Watch, but I was disappointed in the food at this location in Apex. The bacon appeared to be "microwaved". The dish I ordered, which I have ordered also at other First Watches and am familiar with, was supposed to have goat cheese. I realized immediately it didn't, ask them to add goat cheese. They were super nice, and remade the dish... But again without the goat cheese. At that point, I just ate it, paid the bill and left. it was as though perhaps they didn't have the right level of expertise in the kitchen. Other than the food not being great, the service was perfectly fine, and everybody was very pleasant.