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First Watch in Springfield

First Watch in Springfield

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4.6 (2865)

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First Watch is a popular Breakfast restaurant and Brunch restaurant serving delicious meals in a family-friendly atmosphere in Springfield, MO. As a Family restaurant, we cater to all ages and dietary needs. Our menu features healthy options, making us a top choice for those seeking Health food restaurant options. From fluffy pancakes to savory omelets, our Pancake restaurant has something for everyone. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty Lunch restaurant meal or a quick breakfast bite, First Watch is the perfect spot. Visit us today at 2946 S National Ave, Springfield, MO 65804!

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First Watch offers a welcoming atmosphere with friendly service and a diverse breakfast menu. Guests appreciate the fresh ingredients, creative dishes, and generous portions. The coffee is highly rated, and the staff is attentive and quick. Although the restaurant can get busy during peak hours, most visitors find the wait worthwhile for the quality of food and overall experience. It's a popular spot for both classic and modern breakfast favorites.

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Google: 4.5/5

Yelp: 4.0/5

Tripadvisor: 4.5/5

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Newbie 2thearea -Google user

2 weeks ago

Sunday & lunch time, super busy & WORTH THE WAIT!! SO GOOD!! We started with a Fall special appetizer of a sweet, maple, a little spicy bacon. My sister had Farmhouse Hash and I had 1/2 ham & cheese with tomato basil soup because we...Read More

$10–20Atmosphere: 52 peopleIndoor dining area, Bar area, Booth seating, Counter seating

Jeff Nichols -Google user

2 months ago

Best food I've had. Had potatoes, 3 eggs, toast and French toast. The jam, and the coffee was supreme. Didn't taste like any preservatives were used. I can tell from what I eat. I'd recommend eating here even if you're a regular. You won't be...Read More

Breakfast$30–50Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkNo wait

gregory kramer -Google user

5 months ago

Perfectly cooked eggs, wonderful biscuits and gravy crispy biscuit but not soggy even though it was covered with the gravy. Amazing! Wonderful avocado and tasty bacon. We love that breakfast drinks, the green one and the sunrise one. Yum!

Atmosphere: 5

Mickayla -Google user

Edited 6 months ago

When I came in today with my 10.5 month old son, I got a little nervous when I saw the huge line ahead of me. But I dont think we waited anymore than maybe 15 minutes, so it was fine! We got a nice seat...Read More

Dine inBrunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Farmhouse Hash

Tiffany Davis -Google user

a year ago

My mom and sisters celebrated my sister's wedding day with brunch at FW. I ordered off the summer menu, the shishito brisket hash. We also ordered the biscuits and gravy, an omelette with a side of grits, the sunrise breakfast bowl (granola, yogurt, fruit). We...Read More

Dine inBrunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Gravy, Fruit, Floridian French ToastPlenty of parkingFree parking lotThere were lots of tables with kids, this place is everyone friendly.No stairs to enter the building. No stairs to enter the restroom area.

Karina S (M) -Google user

a year ago

First time here . Server Annie was friendly . Always checked on us and made sure we are good . Loved that. food was fantastic. Yumm. Will be back sat outside on a beautiful day.

Dine inBreakfast$20–30Atmosphere: 5

Danielle G. -Google user

2 years ago

Delicious food and huge portions! Centrally located in Springfield and a really nice clean atmosphere. I had the Tri-athlete and it is milk-free! Yay!! It was delicious and huge! I also had the Blackberry Bramble Sangria and cannot recommend it enough! Very delicious AM alcohol! Service was excellent...Read More

Dine inBreakfast$10–20

Alyssa Pleasant -Google user

2 years ago

Excellent service, bright cheery atmosphere, and delicious food. The serve up the cutest cocktails, and the most delicious tasting breakfast foods. The chickichanga and Pastór taco hash was absolutely to die for. The multigrain pancakes are another great option as well. Highly recommend.

Johnson -Google user

Edited 3 years ago

This location is quite busy but yet the food came out surprisingly quick. Food was not salty at all, which is rare when eating American breakfast foods. The smoke salmon benedict was great. Honestly, most of the menu is appetizing. The …

Juchan Lee -Google user

2 years ago

I received the menu recommendation well, and thanks to you, I enjoyed the meal. This is a really delicious restaurant. But I finished the orange juice that my friend ordered. That was the most disappointing part.

Angie Murphy -Google user

3 years ago

Can't say enough about First Watch. Excellent food, excellent service, great aesthetics. …

Shannan Witherspoon -Google user

5 months ago

A very popular place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. They close at 2:30 pm so plan accordingly. Where we sat, the air came over and hit us so I was a bit cold but sat near the window and the sun helped. The service was...Read More

Brunch$10–20Atmosphere: 4Moderate noise2 peoplePlenty of parkingFree parking lot

Jordan Uphoff -Google user

4 years ago

Really clean, good-looking place with a rustic meets modernism atmosphere. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The food has really good portions and flavor presented really beautifully. I had the lemon ricotta pancakes, and my wife had the breakfast tacos. The pancakes were not overly...Read More

Mary Reynolds -Google user

a month ago

The cook did an excellent job at making my eggs basted medium. I’d say they were the best I can remember. The pumpkin pancake was good. The million dollar bacon is delicious. The hubby liked his breakfast tacos.

$20–30Atmosphere: 52 people

Brooke Pierce -Google user

2 months ago

Well lit and farmhouse style inside gives the place a fresh vibe. We enjoyed our experience due to great food and fabulous service.

Brunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Moderate noiseNo waitYes

James Latham -Google user

Edited 5 months ago

Highly recommend this place! Not your normal country breakfast, everything is fresh and great tasting. Servers are really friendly. Great service and great food! It's always packed!

Breakfast$10–20Atmosphere: 5Avocado Toast, Million Dollar BaconWalk-ins only10-30 min

Jenna Wollin -Google user

6 months ago

Great fresh farm to table food! Our server was knowledgeable of the menu and the new spring menu. Food was fresh. I highly recommend it. Remember Breakfast brunch and lunch They close at 2;30.

Dine inBrunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5

B S -Google user

Edited 2 years ago

The staff is always so friendly and helpful. The seasonal dishes are so unique and awesome to try. I love their fresh juices too! Today, I had the Pomegranate & Pear juice and The Pumpkin Pancake meal with chicken sausage and 2 eggs over easy....Read More

Dine inBrunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5

Jose C -Google user

Edited 2 years ago

I had the super food breakfast bowl which was chia seed pudding, berry mix, and granola with almond butter toast, and my fiance had the chorizo omelet. The food is so fresh and delicious. We both really enjoyed our meals. …

Kimberly Nicely -Google user

a week ago

One of the best brunch places in Springfield. They go out of their way to give you the best quality food and super friendly service. The servers are always fantastic and the food is top notch. Never been a big fan of restaurant coffee, but...Read More

$10–20Atmosphere: 5Not sureModerate noise3-4 people

lorie houghton -Google user

3 weeks ago

I brought a group of Seniors from my Community on October 7th for a lunch outing and from the time we walked in the door to the time we left we were treated phenomenal. As we were unloading each resident the gentleman at check in...Read More

$20–30Atmosphere: 5Reservations not requiredQuiet, easy to talkNo waitHighly recommendClearly labeled vegetarian dishesWe loved that they have options to pick from. The chicken sausage was amazing and the mix and match to your liking is wonderful.Plenty of parkingFree parking lotI had a 12 passenger bus and had plenty of room to park and was able to pull right up to the door to unload and load.The tables were easy to push a wheelchair right up to and not have to get out of the wheelchair. No problems with bathroom access or moving around the area.

Jacob Root -Google user

2 months ago

The food is a bit pricey, staff is always friendly. If you're interested in gentrified breakfast that's genuinely pretty good. First watch is above Denny's and below the Aviary as far as quality of food. Oh the music in the bathroom is WAY too loud and...Read More

Breakfast$20–30Atmosphere: 5Varies by time / daySuitable for all group sizes

alwfineART Angela L Walker-White -Google user

4 months ago

Wow! What a wonderful surprise! The lemon ricotta pancakes were AMAZING! We were traveling back home to New Mexico from Michigan, stopped over in Springfield, Missouri and First Watch is the place we chose for breakfast! Could not have made a better choice! Our waitress...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Theresa Harlan -Google user

a month ago

Absolutely 10 out of 10! Food was phenomenal, our waitress was great and gave us plenty of time as it was our first experience here. They have so much options its honestly hard to choose, definitely recommend trying it out!

$10–20Atmosphere: 5Loud, but you can still talk3-4 peopleIndoor dining area, Bar area, Booth seating, Counter seatingHighly recommendLarge vegetarian selectionPlenty of parkingFree parking lot

Chris Rankin -Google user

4 months ago

We met a realtor there to chat and create a game plan. We got seated quickly, and our server came to our table almost immediately to take our drink order. Shortly she was back with coffee and tea, and took our order. First watch is always...Read More

Brunch$10–20Atmosphere: 4Suitable for all group sizesIndoor dining area, Bar area

Melonie Custer -Google user

a month ago

We ordered take out for breakfast. The food was delicious. I sadly didn't think to take pictures. The hosts handy out the food were so nice. One even opened the door for me on the way out.

Trisha Marie -Google user

3 months ago

The food is great every time I go here with my family. It's a little pricey, in my opinion, but nothing crazy. Also, Lily, one of the linecooks, is the best! She's got skills and deserves a raise. ;)

Angel Cayocca -Google user

2 months ago

I actually just met someone there for business and didn't eat. Although they did give me thier fruit witch was good. Cute little place, was first time I had ever been. I think it's a good place for business meetups!

Kayla Harleman -Google user

6 months ago

We visited First Watch for the first time, and we had Emery as our server. She touched our table almost immediately, had drink to the table within minutes of being at the restaurant, and had food out not too long after! She was very …

Gashtion -Google user

a week ago

Kyle is a great server, he was very conversational person and told us about his cats! His service was above and beyond.

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No-contact delivery

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Takeout

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Highlights

Fast service

Great coffee

Great tea selection

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Breakfast

Solo dining

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Wheelchair accessible restroom

Wheelchair accessible seating

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Coffee

Comfort food

Healthy options

Organic dishes

Small plates

Vegan options

Vegetarian options

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Restroom

Wi-Fi

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Casual

Cozy

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College students

Family-friendly

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LGBTQ+ friendly

Tourists

Transgender safespace

Planning

Usually a wait

Accepts reservations

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Credit cards

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Children

Good for kids

Has changing table(s)

High chairs

Kids' menu

Parking

Free parking lot

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LGBTQ+ friendly

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