First Watch Review

I have written a few blogs. I just have not released them yet because I'm still adding. However, today I did visit a place that has recently arrived in the Greenville, NC area. I have heard several good things about the place so today was my day to try it. This place was First Watch.

When I am trying a new place for the first time. I notice the little things  How the people act  how the food was and of course the cost. I also notice how food is displayed, how often I get checked on and what the place looks like inside.

First question I always get is. Was the food good? I gave it 4 out of 5 stars. If you know me I judge hard. Lol and I will take points off for things that are important to me. Therefore, I like to explain why they got the score which I will at the end. I got the Skillet Hash Parma. This has potatoes, sausage, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms and two cheeses. On top they put two eggs just the way you liked them cooked. This was served with fresh fruit and multi grain toast with preserves. The Parma was amazing. I could not eat it all, so there was plenty. The toast was different to me. I want sure about the multi grain but it actually tasted really good  I know there are people that could not have ate it cause of the actually grain pieces in it. It was loaded with a lot of butter and I had to wipe some of that off. I know I shouldn't complain about butter. I'm from the south but it was caked on and I wanted to taste the toast. It was that thick. Plus they had provided preserves and this had to be tasted on the toast right? The preserves were on point  Not too sweet but sweet enough to taste like strawberries. Perfect. The fruit ended up being about 4 pieces. But I really wasn't  expecting that on my plate because they did not say that on the menu. It was melon and pineapple and was fresh. The Parma was delicious cab I say that again? As I said before I did bring some home and shared it with my granddaughter and she loved it too. With this I had coffee to drink. We all know how I LOVE coffee. The coffee was a little disappointing. Let me add they only had regular sugar and Stevia. I really don't like Stevia so I used regular sugar and creamer. It was really strong flavor. I don't like dark black coffee. So this is why I say yuck. If you like really strong after taste coffee, you will like this. I am a medium roast and smooth after taste coffee drinker. They give you water as well. This saved my day. Lol  I also ordered the million dollar bacon. Everyone I talked to told me this was a must try. They were correct. This was so good. Most of the time I don't get appetizers cause then I can't eat my food. But this was really good and worth the extra.

Before we get to the big question about cost I want to talk a little about service and atmosphere. We had the most wonder waiter. He did make sure we had everything we needed  The place was very busy, yet he kept up. Also, he was such in good spirits  A little boy beside me was playing tic tac toe and he stopped to play with him. Engaging and acting disappointed when he clearly let the little boy win. It was actually so sweet. This young man really needs a shout out. So kudos to you young man. Now atmosphere. The place has the design of a farmhouse. The food is suppose to be healthy but presented as if you were on the farm. Lots of laughter and families were having a good time. The place was clean and all the workers were attentive and doing their job and doing it well. This place is very pleasant and feels like home with a crowd of course. Lol.

Time to talk money. I have heard some say it was pricey so I am going to give some comparisons. It is higher the McDonald's and Burger King. Compared to Denny's and IHop? Well, it would depend on what you order. The special is the grand slam at Denny's and it is about $8. So yes it is cheaper. However if you order the skillet and compare it to First Watch's skillet. It is a little over a dollar more at First Watch But you don't get fruit, preserves or toast with Denys skillet. The food at First Watch is suppose to be healthy and fresh food. Also, First Watch does have a plate that has the regular breakfast. Such as eggs, meat, toast and so on. This runs about $10.50. So no it is not a $5 breakfast. And it can be as much as going to IHOP or Denny's  Again. If you get extras like I did. It runs a little more. Just like when you ask to add pancakes at IHop's. Lol So, I honestly have to compare it to one of these places. Except they have much healthier choices and fresher food. Which you can tell by the taste. This does not mean I don't love breakfast at either of the other two places.

Now.. would I go there again. Final answer... yes  I really want to try the cheesy grits  Lol but I agree with the fact it isn't somewhere I would go everyday. Just when I want to have breakfast, brunch or lunch with someone special like today. I loved the atmosphere and I really enjoyed the food. I may get another form of drink next time

The reason they got a 4 and not a 5 was. It is hard to be perfect. Lol but the coffee was a huge issue for me. Also the fruit supplied really should have been left off or at least presented a little better.  And the butter issue.  Just put that on the side. Cause seriously that was way to much butter for this southern girl.

I would recommend the place  I think you would enjoy it and find it wonderful and the food delicious. You should always try new places. You never know what you may find.