First Watch

6109 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh
(919) 789-3347

Recent Reviews

Joe “Fluffeepuff” Fish

This was the first time we ate at the First Watch on Glenwood. The others we normally go to (Walnut, Lake Boone) are usually very consistent and good, which we'd expect for a chain. To say that the Glenwood location we went to had a rough day would feel like an understatement. The kitchen seemed fairly overwhelmed, although we still got our food in a reasonable amount of time (at least from our POV). My over easy eggs came out over hard, and I had several potatoes that were undercooked, borderline raw. The other person in my party had their cheese un-melted on their egg sandwich (forgivable, if the only issue), but then noticed that their mixed greens had fungus growing on some of the spinach (see attached picture). Will never go back - unfortunately, the other person had a bite of the greens before realizing they were bad... if they get sick, we'll be contacting the health department. Our server offered to adjust our check after we pointed out the greens as we were trying to leave; I appreciated the gesture, but I opted to just pay and leave.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

Kendaisya Langston

Love the staff here and the way they take care of their customers. They’re very friendly and there is rarely ever a wait and if there is they make it as short as possible. The food is always amazing and just as good if not better every time I come here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Biscuits and Turkey Sausage Gravy with Eggs, Potatoes

Ken Johnson

This breakfast was interesting in that once seated.It took fifteen to twenty minutes to get a server. Once we did...he was absolutely great. The initial impressions pretty much tarnished the experience. Wait people walked by us and never asked if we have been served or need water. To top it off...it was not busy.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Traditional Breakfast, French Toast

Julie Gonzalez

My daughter and I had an early 8am breakfast so we weren’t really hungry but needed something healthy to start the day.We ordered coffee, Purple Haze Juice ( Lemon, cane sugar, butterfly pea flower tea and a hint of lavender), to eat we both ordered the Avocado Toast. (Thick piece of artisan whole grain bread with smashed avocado with sea salt and lemon and 2 eggs).As we sat and enjoyed our breakfast we saw other breakfast going out around us, the plates were large portions. Our coffee cups never saw the bottom of our cups even with the coffee craft at our table. The service is fantastic! The food is delicious. I would definitely recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast

Krystal Bailey

Shrimp and grits were delicious. My 1st time eating them. My server Connor was absolutely amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potatoes

Tom Harris

Donald good waiter

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potatoes

Margaret Barham

Wonderful food! Avocado toast! Shrimp and grits!! Excellent service as always! (Thank you, Donald for today!)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Samuel O'Brien

Conor was the best!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potatoes

Nicole Kennedy

I came for my birthday breakfast and our waiter was the absolute man. Kareem was so pleasant and was so helpful. He’s a great employee. We will definitely be back because of him. Thanks Kareem!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Side of Bacon

Gianna Holiday

Food was great, customer service was wonderful! Connor was a delight! Great atmosphere, not too busy :) Thanks First Watch!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

RockYourRonium

Kareem on Glenwood is the man! His demeanor and charisma were on point. It was my fiancés birthday breakfast and he made it so much fun. This dude I killing it. Definitely employee of the month in my vote! Thanks my dude.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Farm Stand Breakfast Tacos, Sandwich, Multigrain Pancakes

Casey Shubert

Everything was great! Very quick service and Connor was a great waiter!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Neal Chawla

We have a consistently good experience at this First Watch. The banana granola pancake is my favorite, but my family also enjoys the French toast and frittatas. Conner was an excellent server.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Multigrain Pancakes, French Toast

Tracy Cardwell

We introduced some friends to First Watch, whom are extremely picky. They LOVED everything about it and Donald was the icing on the cake! He was attentive, suggestive on items when we were indecisive, and friendly. Service was fast, quality fantastic and fresh. Very clean environment! We will be back…

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Biscuits and Turkey Sausage Gravy with Eggs, Salad, Farmhouse Skillet, Avocado Toast

Dina Hidalgo

I have to say having Donald serve our table today made it all special with his wonderful personality. The food is always a great choice at first watch

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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