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First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch and lunch spot, serving a chef-driven menu of elevated classics and seasonal specialties, always made to order using the freshest ingredients. We greet the sunrise by slicing and juicing fresh fruits and vegetables, whipping French toast batter from scratch and brewing pots of our single-origin Project Sunrise coffee. Freshness is never comprised, which is why we welcome each season into our menu with ingredients and flavors inspired by the position of the sun. All year long, you can enjoy craveable favorites like Avocado Toast for breakfast, Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict for brunch and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes for lunch. Whether you start at the crack of dawn or not, we’ll leave that up to you!
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Hours
| Tuesday | 7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Monday | 7 AM–2:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1114B Emmet St N, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Phone: (434) 202-5383
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Reviews
GW Smith
So I have been to other First Watch restaurants however this one was one of the better ones I’ve been to; it seemed even more well run. The restaurant was very clean and had well organized setups for each table.
The food came out pretty quickly, was made to order and was very tasty as well. The server was attentive and checked on me several times during my stay. Just very good food, served well with a smile … who could ask for more.
… moreThe food came out pretty quickly, was made to order and was very tasty as well. The server was attentive and checked on me several times during my stay. Just very good food, served well with a smile … who could ask for more.
Anna Fletcher
Had a wonderful experience at First Watch!! The food was incredible, I got the Traditional breakfast and my eggs were cooked to perfection!! Also, our server Emma was very kind, helpful with the menu, and attentive. The restaurant is very clean and inviting, making the experience more comfortable!! I will definitely be back!!
… moreKenny Woods
I picked up e orders of million dollar bacon . It’s sweet, spicy and damn good. Nothing is better than bacon. The pretty college student who took my order chopped it up with me while I waited. She suggested biscuits and gravy next time. I will. This place is always packed. The vibe is right. I strongly recommend coming in get some great grub and leave with some million dollars bacon
… moreLaKisha McKenney
My husband and I went here for breakfast. The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. The server gave us two menus – the regular one and a seasonal one. I asked her whether the Elote breakfast burrito was good and she said yes. Also, she advised that the seasonal menu would be gone in a few days, so if there was anything we were interested in, we should go ahead and try it before it’s gone. I ordered the shrimp and grits and my husband ordered the Elote breakfast burrito. Both items were good. My husband said the burrito had lots of different flavors, and the hollandaise sauce really enhanced the flavors. He’d have liked more of the sauce, lol. He also said it would have tasted even better if the sausage from my shrimp and grits had been in his burrito! The million dollar bacon was really good! We didn’t taste any cayenne, but the combination of syrup, pepper, and bacon was wonderful. The only complaint would be the size of the bacon. We thought it was going to be thicker and that the strips were going to be a little longer. My watermelon wake-up was very tasty – wasn’t too sweet, but was less sweet than I thought it would be (not a bad thing though). My husband had coffee and he said it was pretty good. Overall for the food, we give a rating of 8 out of 10. What we also enjoyed were the cards you can get from the table by the front door. It was fun asking each other riddles and ‘would you rather’ questions!!! We had a fun breakfast experience here, and our server was awesome! She checked on us the perfect amount of times (not too little, not too much). I highly recommend this place!
… moreCliff
This particular location has been the best of the ones I’ve been to from Charlottesville to Hampton. And that’s saying a lot as I’ve had very good experiences at every location I’ve been to. I’ve mostly had breakfasts here but also had one lunch. The “Bacado” omelette is very good. But everything had been very good. The service has always been fast and the food had been hot and served rather fast even considering how busy they always are. If you are on the area and want a good lunch or lunch give them a try.
… moreSheldon Gottschalk
We went for a quick brunch before heading out. Service was quick to seat us on the dog friendly patio out back that was shaded and cool. Drink were quick to come. They are great to get water to the pup. Food was great had the elote burrito and turkey sausage gravy over biscuits. Would try again next time in town.
… moreTheresa N.
We had a great experience at First Watch! The staff was very nice and welcoming, and even though the restaurant was busy, the wait was surprisingly short, which was a pleasant surprise.
Our food was delicious and well-prepared. My husband got an omelet and absolutely loved it. My son ordered the waffle with sausage and couldn’t get enough of the waffle. Both of my daughters had scrambled eggs with sausage and fruit, and they raved about how good the eggs were. I ordered the Farmhouse Hash, and it was so good flavorful, fresh, and cooked perfectly.
What I appreciate about this location is that it’s consistent with other First Watch restaurants great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We will definitely be back!
… moreOur food was delicious and well-prepared. My husband got an omelet and absolutely loved it. My son ordered the waffle with sausage and couldn’t get enough of the waffle. Both of my daughters had scrambled eggs with sausage and fruit, and they raved about how good the eggs were. I ordered the Farmhouse Hash, and it was so good flavorful, fresh, and cooked perfectly.
What I appreciate about this location is that it’s consistent with other First Watch restaurants great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We will definitely be back!
Kay Young
Great, freshly prepared food, eggs perfectly cooked. Do not sit at the bar…employees hang out in bar area, browse on their phones and except for the bartender, completely ignore you. Disconcerting to try and eat with 2 employees standing in front of you doing mothing but talking to each other and on their phones. Great great bartender, knows how to engage and serve. Might come back but definitely will sit at a table next time.
… moreSteve Perry
This is a great place to enjoy a variety for breakfast or lunch.
It goes from simple to just about anything you want to try.
Great selection of drinks as well.
If you’re looking for a great meal give it a try.
I tried the tri fecta which was awesome.
Got the pancake, eggs, bacon and had a green tea with a piece of cinnamon.
Tell where else you can get that for breakfast?
Go by and give it a try!
You will be glad you did!
… moreIt goes from simple to just about anything you want to try.
Great selection of drinks as well.
If you’re looking for a great meal give it a try.
I tried the tri fecta which was awesome.
Got the pancake, eggs, bacon and had a green tea with a piece of cinnamon.
Tell where else you can get that for breakfast?
Go by and give it a try!
You will be glad you did!
K D
It was a nasty, rainy day and First Watch was the perfect spot. We had reservations at another restaurant, but canceled because there was no place to park. First Watch had great parking, service and the food was amazing. Love the carafe of coffee being left on your table. The Raspberry Ricotta French Toast was superb!
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