First Watch - College Plaza
| Address: | 3411 SW 36th Terrace, Ocala, FL 34474, USA |
| Phone: | +1 352-291-2344 |
| Site: | firstwatch.com |
| Rating: | 4.7 |
| Working: | 7AM–2:30PM 7AM–2:30PM 7AM–2:30PM 7AM–2:30PM 7AM–2:30PM 7AM–2:30PM 7AM–2:30PM |
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Paulette McNally
Wonderful place, prices are worth the upscaled menu items. Your cooks should be called chefs, such a delicious, quality touch. But your wait staff are fake Barbie-doll robots who annoy with fake sincerity, plop and drop your order, come back too many times with the same rote language just trying to pump up their tips (annoying). For example: while at the register, I was asked if everything was OK. I told the cashier one sincere statement and, seeing she was not really listening, I also told her there was a frog on my seat. Again, no reaction. Teach your wait staff to just stay within eye-shot - if the waitresses are cruising the floor, watching, their clients will see and know that the waitresses are waiting to serve their needs. I used to be a restaurant manager, so I know. Much better than being annoyed during our morning coffee, business emails or conversations. But I keep coming back because your place is nice and I have not tried everything on the menu yet! Excellent quality food, three notches up from Bob Evans next door!
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Janis H.P.
We went to First Watch after church on Sunday (7-9-17) We got there at about noon. It was very busy with all the tables and booths filled plus people waiting to be seated. There was a large container of coffee to serve yourself from in the waiting area...good P.R. We only had to wait 15 minutes before we were seated in a nice, big booth. The café` is clean, has vibrantly colored walls, fun décor and an appealing menu...with a enticing statement on it. Tom had breakfast (Eggs Benedict) and I had lunch (tasty tomato basil soup & 1/2 beef & Havarti sandwich) Both were good and served in a timely manner by our server Stephy.
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Kaycee Heyer
I have been a fan of First Watch for years. Wherever my husband and I travel, if there is a First Watch, we are there for breakfast! The pancakes are the size of dinner plates -- we always get one banana, blueberry, wheat germ and share it. The various omelets are yummy and served with an English muffin. For you coffee drinkers, you get a carafe at the table. Friendly, consistent across the chain, and great food. Im so glad Ocala has a First Watch!
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Felicia Donovan
Delicious, fresh food with a menu for everyone. You can enjoy a "traditional" breakfast or get daring with "Millionaires Bacon" or one of their many healthy options. Weve tried many dishes and love the Sweet Honey Pecan salad. They also offer 1/2 sandwich & soup or salad combos. Its clean and the food is always fresh. There are plenty of options for gluten-free, vegan, etc. They also have a small outdoor section but it overlooks a busy road.
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A Private User
Got seated right away, but waited too long to be acknowledged, and served drinks. Waitresses kept walking by and ignoring us. They were not busy. The bacon on my sandwich was like leather. I have been to First Watch in Tampa and in Clearwater and I have never experienced such horrible service and food quality until I came to this cafe. Very appalled and disappointed at this experience. Not coming back.
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JOHN CANTILLON
Loved this place and wish it was closer to our home. Exceptional breakfast with some unusual entrees- my wife had the avocado toast as well as fresh juice from the juice bar and proclaimed both delicious. Meanwhile, I almost couldnt finish my huge plate of strawberry ricotta pancakes. Cant wait to try it again next time were in Ocala.
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Debbie Knight
Went with a bunch of first timers today. It was excellent! Good, healthy and tasty food! It was very crowded when we got there (11:30AM), even people waiting outside, but having called ahead, the 10 of us got seated in a good amount of time. The service was excellent! They will definitely go back. :-)
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Yolly B
My Son and I had a wonderful experience for it being our first time there. My son is a picky eater so i was very happy he enjoyed his food. He loved the fresh fruit with his meal. I loved the Belgian Waffles!!! We will definitely be back with the whole family☺
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MELBY GONZALEZ
I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! (Fresh natural juices in flavors you wont find anywhere is Ocala.) Lemon Ricotta pancakes.... yummmm! Unique menu beats the run of the mill breakfast restaurants. Refreshing and relaxing - whats not to love?!
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David Baker
This place is great. The coffee is strong :) Service is outstanding. Not to mention all of the unique menu items to choose from. Highly recommend the avocado toast! Great way to start the day. Great work guys and gals.
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Luther Grant
Best place for breakfast and lunch but get there early as they close around 230 or 3 pm. Worth every penny for the fresh, flavorful, healthy food choices. Friendly staff. Clean. You will not be disappointed!
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Ted Cole
Early breakfast for us before my little one hit the road. The omelet and the specil were terrific! So was the service! The Eggs Benedict and cheese grits were good. Breakfast for four,with tip, was $50.
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Allison Liotti
Quick service. Very healthy selection. Not your usual breakfast items..is not a great spot for kids who might be picky eaters but a nice mix of unusual flavors if you are looking to try something new
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Matthew Barker
Really great food. Interesting options. All four in our party really enjoyed each offering. Friendly service. Empty when we arrived around 8:30 on a Sunday morning, but there was a wait when we left.
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Jeremy Foxx
Great service, hot coffee, and good food. Nothing more you can ask for a great breakfast/lunch place! Healthy options, standard american fair, and unique menu items...something for everyone.
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Maria Meunier
Consistent, non-greasy food. Servers are super friendly and constantly checking on you. With 15 minutes too close we were welcome to sit down instead of being turned away. We will go back!
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Tyler Rogers
This was some of the beat breakfast Ive ever had at a chain restaurant. The menu and atmosphere are very trendy and the food is super delicious with plenty of healthy options!
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Celina Bazinet
Fast, friendly service. Healthy food that never comes out greasy. Creative seasonal specials. The only breakfast restaurant that I know of which serves REAL maple syrup!
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Lori Frazee
Fast and fresh, is this place. The 7.99 half sandwich and soup or salad, is more than you will want, and gives you a chance to check out 2 menu items. I love this place
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Sheri Landis
Always good food and service. Prices are a little on the high side which is why I only gave 4 out of 5 stars. Ive been here twice this trip (11 day trip.)
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AV 79
Best place in town for breakfast. Friendly staff, awesome food and service. Been there over a dozen times at this point and still never disappoints.
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Vernon Babich
The best breakfast place in Ocala. The staff is always excellent and their food is delicious. Their signature breakfast burrito is the best!
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Zana Simmons
The best service and amazing food. The food is healthy, not full of salt and sugar. The eggs actually taste like eggs. Organic great food.
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Kirsten Failing
Food is always amazing and they have a great selection, but they need to consider making a different coffee. It leaves a bad after-taste.
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Dennis Wallinger
Love their breakfast selections. Their staff from start to finish are friendly, pleasant, and accommodating. Will be back for sure.
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joan Gennings
Food was fabulous, service extremely pleasant. This was our first visit, but definitely wont be our last. A delightful experience.
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Toria Nelson
Amazing array of traditional and eclectic breakfast selections! Avocado toast is delish. We go often, and always are wowed.
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Ann Sanders
Disappointed in menu a bit to heathly and organic, only multi grain products limits the menu for people with allergies
