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First Watch

164 Summers St., Charleston, WV 25301
304 343 3447
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Ranked #7 of 176 restaurants in Charleston
Price range: $0 - $10
Cuisines: American, Diner, Healthy, Café
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot
Description: First Watch specializes in delicious creations freshly-prepared to order. Their fresh, award-winning Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch dishes are made using only the best ingredients without the use of heat lamps or deep fryers. The best part is their creative menu features traditional favorites like omelets, pancakes, salads and sandwiches.
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot
Description: First Watch specializes in delicious creations freshly-prepared to order. Their fresh, award-winning Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch dishes are made using only the best ingredients without the use of heat lamps or deep fryers. The best part is their creative menu features traditional favorites like omelets, pancakes, salads and sandwiches.
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Atlanta, Georgia
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117 reviews 117 reviews
83 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 75 cities Reviews in 75 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We decided to eat breakfast here because of all the great reviews and it did not disappoint. The staff were very friendly and attentive. We walked in and were seated immediately. Our server did an excellent job. She brought a carafe of coffee to us upon being seated. We liked their menu because it had a variety of healthy choices.... More

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Jessica R, Guest Relations Manager at First Watch, responded to this review
16 April 2013

Joyflnoise - We are happy you decided to join us - thank you! Especially after reading so many good things before your visit, we are thrilled to hear we delivered a great experience across the board. It's truly an honor to know you will be looking us up as you travel from city to city. First Watch Customer Service More

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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30 reviews 30 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

This place is clean and bright. They had so many interesting dishes, especially for such a small town. The coffee was wonderful and the people were nice.

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Jessica R, Guest Relations Manager at First Watch, responded to this review
12 April 2013

Maggie R - It is so nice to hear you found a bright atmosphere, a variety of delicious menu items and friendly people during your visit with us! Thank you for coming by! First Watch Customer Service More

Charleston, West Virginia
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31 reviews 31 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

First Watch is located in downtown Charleston. It is always busy especially on weekend mornings. The food is very good with a nice variety. Lots of healthy selections, great sandwiches, salads, soups, fresh fruits. Love the muffins that come with breakfast selections! They usually list their specials on a blackboard located behind the registers.

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Milton, West Virginia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

We've been here a few times after church. The wait on Sunday morning is always pretty long. If you're willing to wait, the food is great. If you like hot chocolate, you MUST order one. They are unlike any other hot chocolate you've ever had.

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Scott Depot, West Virginia
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23 reviews 23 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2013

They are very popular and offer excellent food. There is usually a wait to get seated but it is worth it. I love their roast turkey sandwich.

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Detroit
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90 reviews 90 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2013

Stopped in here for a quick lunch after touring the capital. We sampled soup, salad and sandwich and all were good although the dressing on salad was a little too heavy. I suggest if ordering a salad to request dressing on the side.

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Charleston, West Virginia
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50 reviews 50 reviews
36 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2012

My wife and I work and don't go out for breakfast much, but we enjoy occasional weekend visits to First Watch. Unless you go early, it can get busy. During the week, there is usually a wait if you go right at noon. There is a good variety of choices on the menu, including some nice choices on the healthy... More

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Shaker Heights, OH
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65 reviews 65 reviews
42 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2012

First Watch is overall the most overrated chain in America. I don't really have anything particularly good or bad to say about it. Very white bread.

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Lansing, Illinois
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2012 via mobile

Stopped in for brunch on a Sunday as we were passing through town. Waited about 20 minutes at noontime; not bad. Felt a little underdressed compared to the usual crowd! Large menu with lots of variety. Gluten free menu available - always a plus. Bright, clean restaurant; fast and friendly service from our waitress Hannah. Food was quick, attractive, and... More

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Charleston, West Virginia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2012

This is a small and frequently packed location just off Summer's Street in Charleston. The food is pretty good, but there's just not a lot to choose from. It's also frequently loud, so it's difficult to have conversations.

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