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First Watch

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One of the Top rated Fast food restaurants in Fort Myers


Address

2059 Altamont Ave #106, Fort Myers, FL 33901

Website

www.firstwatch.com

Contact

(239) 461-9765

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (808 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: (Good Friday), 7 AM to 2:30 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 7 AM to 2:30 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 remont m. 3 years ago on Google
    After a slow day at work. Me and my friend went for a late breakfast. I ordered an omelette. He ordered a burrito. They serve an alcoholic beverage so I ordered one. It was delicious. Better than some bars. I didn't even drink my coffee. What a lovely way to sit and relax
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex R. 2 years ago on Google
    Asked wife to find something other than Dennys or Perkins, she found this place and let me tell you it's the best breakfast we've ever had! Talk about fresh ingredients, I had the smoked salmon eggs benedict and my wife had truffle hash! Definitely mouth watering! We will be back and for sure recommend to anyone looking for that farm to table fresh and very well priced!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tessa P. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious food and great service. If you value quality vs. quantity with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients and thoughtful flavors, you'll not be disappointed!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert B. 1 year ago on Google
    Been to Ft Myers at least 25 times in the last 8 years due to baseball tournaments so I have know about the good and bad restaurants and then I have my favorites but today I only have about an hour to eat. I was heading towards another restaurant when I just happen to drive by this one and found a parking spot in front which is rare if you know downtown Ft Myers. I took a chance and walking in I knew I made the right decision. Smelled good and was very clean with a nice atmosphere. I ordered a Chicken Bacon Gruyere Melt sandwich and Italian Wedding soup. I also had one of the freshly made cocktails, Vodka Kale Tonic, ( not over powering) with mint, kale cucumber etc and was very tasty and refreshing. The chicken sandwich was out of this world. So tasty and not what I expected as the chicken was chopped and all the ingredients fresh and delicious. Well thought out recipe for a chciken sandwich! I ordered mine with a side salad those home fries were an option. He salad was great and so was the Italian Wedding soup. Everything tasted as it was made from scratch. Of course they have many more options on the menu and its the type of menu that everyone can find something they will like. They also have a daily specials menu. I really like this restaurant and will add it to my favorites in Ft Myers. Service is fast and friendly. My waitress, Jessica, was on the ball! Note that they are only open till 230PM so its breakfast and lunch or brunch. Highly recommended!!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lady B. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was very delicious. The purple haze drink was amazing - really refreshing. Would definitely try more options as well on my return.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 W D. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a nice place to visit to get a good meal at a great price. The service is terrific and the menu diverse. My only negative about First Watch is they're not open for dinner! Otherwise, a must-try establishment on your gastronomic ventures!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Debbie C. 3 years ago on Google
    I always enjoy eating here !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 LWENA C. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonder6as always
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jane M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food! Great service!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zim Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Staff is super friendly, food is a perfect 10 out of 10, I highly recommend the million dollar bacon 🥓
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Susan S. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is Excellent!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nora D. 3 years ago on Google
    Pleasant, clean and great breakfast
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cynthia H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and friendly staff. Love the new decor!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vanessa T. 3 years ago on Google
    Delicious, great staff, great service
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 carrie m. 4 years ago on Google
    Our favorite spot for breakfast on the weekends 🖤
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John M. 3 years ago on Google
    I nominate cris manager of the year
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vanessa W. 2 years ago on Google
    Just moved into the new apartment building across the street from this First Watch location and was excited to try their breakfast. I've heard great things about First Watch and it didn't disappoint. Our server, Taffy, was an absolute sweetheart. Attentive and helpful with the menu. The food... wow! My son ordered the Italian Omelet with potatoes and toast and I ordered the A.M. Superfoods Bowl which consists of chia pudding, fruit and granola. Everything was delicious! Prices are fair and coffee was constantly flowing. As someone who works from home, I'm happy to have found a place I can bring my laptop to for a good breakfast and coffee. And super close to home!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aditi 1 year ago on Google
    This is cute little Breakfast Brunch bar is just too good. Their happie hippie, chocolate pancakes and tangerine dreams are must try. Loved the vibe.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matt B. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely breakfast here. Very kind staff. Everything was delicious and the service was great. Highly recommended. Such a pleasant atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jon R. 10 months ago on Google
    Staying within walking distance at Green Palm Villas. I walked over to get breakfast to-go. The menu was decently priced. I had a delicious omlette, which came with a small fruit cup and a side of mixed greens. Hot sauce on the side. Service was quick! Overall a great to-go experience and great food! Will be trying something different tomorrow.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dalia R. 2 years ago on Google
    We sat at the community table. It was awesome getting to meet new people and we didn't have to wait 32 minutes for a table. There were chairs available at the table, so we could just sit down. The food, as always, delicious and fresh. No matter which First Watch we go to, the food and service is amazing.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Design L. 7 months ago on Google
    We had brunch there yesterday. We always eat at different First Watch locations. I order the Salmon frittata a lot because it’s so good. But somehow theirs was better than any of the other locations. Cooked perfect super fluffy YUM! Great service. And we met Willie the manager he told us about the stocks going public and what a great company to work for. He was super informative and professional! Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Web3Prep 5 months ago on Google
    First Watch has not disappointed. Albeit, we prefer the Cape location, both have their positives. Sweet and savory is my choice. Million dollar bacon 🥓 superb. Great environment and clean. Excellent for family breakfast, relatively easy on the wallet. Definitely planning a return visit. For locals... this is a nice spot... however, we keep the best secret. 👌
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 azim s. 1 year ago on Google
    Toni, the hostess, was as kind as always. Nicole, the server, was friendly and pleasant. The Trifecta was very filling without being too heavy. Full house at 1030am and not a long wait for my food and the eggs were cooked properly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jesse 1 year ago on Google
    I had the hacienda hash. Highly recommend it. Wait staff and atmosphere was great!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joe P. 1 year ago on Google
    Always a great place for breakfast. Barbacoaacos fir breakfast they were amazing.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kealy H. 1 year ago on Google
    We were visiting from out of town, and we liked it so much we went twice! In total we tried barbacoa Benedict, breakfast sandwich, omelet, 2 hashes, and yogurt and granola. All were delicious and filling. The coffee was good, including the decaf and the cold brew. The staff were super friendly and helpful. At 8am on Saturday and 10am on Sunday we had no wait. There was a bit of a wait for folks after we were seated on Sunday.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ken “Oliver” K. 1 year ago on Google
    Second times I've been there and it's always a great experience thank you very much good food as well the staff is amazing
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 I'mstill a. 3 years ago on Google
    Let me start by saying i have never had to give A first watch a bad review until now. I can only assume the food here is as good as the other places, but we never even had the chance to order our food. This restaurant sat us in an aisle seat where everyone that walks in will walk right by you on both side of your table. I dont understand how they can ask you to put on a mask to be seated than seat you at table where you are exposed to everyone that walks in. We asked to move tables, we were told that would be fine than gave away our table everytime someone walked in. The outside eating table are a joke as well. Once it gets busy you wait outside for a table near the people eating outdoors. This place is small compared to the other First watch restaurants and they are trying to pack as many people in this place as they can. We walked out..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angel C. 3 years ago on Google
    It always delivers....
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jim L. 3 years ago on Google
    Incredible, as Always...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Debra M. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome food, great service. I’ve never been to a first watch before but it will be my new favorite with so many healthy options
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Connie T. 3 years ago on Google
    Delicious food & wonderful service from Aaron & company. We had so much fun!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great service from Andrea and staff today. Good coffee and bfast, my new fav spot.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Art C. 3 years ago on Google
    Me and my partner went here for the first time, food was amazing! I got the pumpkin pancake breakfast, amazing! And he got the carnitas burrito, also amazing! Wish we lived closer, we’d eat here every day! Keep up the great work! 🙌🏼
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ryan C. 3 years ago on Google
    The veggie omelette was AMAZING!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Susan T. 3 years ago on Google
    People here are great we are on a first name basis they're like family I love the manager and people are special here lucky to have them serve me as u are lucky to have them
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Danelle B. 3 years ago on Google
    I drive and.deliver food. It's clean , nice atmosphere. Everything is package nicely.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Frank R. 3 years ago on Google
    The coffee is very good, it's great that they've decided to serve something better than just watered-down diner coffee. The food is good, if they have the carnitas burrito, it is a must have. Prices are ok and the place can get very crowded. The staff are overall service is very good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Audrey F. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was amazing, super fresh and cooked to perfection. To top it off the manger Christy stopped by to make sure everything was to our liking and chatted with us. I love when management takes an actual interest in the customers supporting the business. We'll be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 sonia O. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food but the service cannot be beat.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Patricia K. 3 years ago on Google
    It's good but they forgot my fruit 🍑
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ken g. 3 years ago on Google
    They now have a liquor license- a good place just got better
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 dennis H. 3 years ago on Google
    Best Breakfast Burrito I have ever Had. Friendly Service.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 King B. 3 years ago on Google
    Had the carnitas burrito special today, man it was big enough to feed two people easy. If you go with someone it truly is big enough for two to share. Get a side of the homefries if your hungry and that should top it off.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Daniel W. 6 months ago on Google
    Order was incorrect, but delicious. And, before even letting them know about the inaccuracies, they had prepared a corrected meal to take home. Caramel crunch coffee was awesome. Would have given full five stars, if not for the inaccurate order. Staff was extremely polite, and attentive. My fiance ordered the French toast, and wasn't 100 percent pleased.

  • 2/5 Michele A. 2 years ago on Google
    I ordered just a BASIC eggs, potatoes, and sausage. My potatoes, we're more than half burnt! Also, I asked for OM eggs, they were well done. Oh yeah, I had to get up and get silverware too. Nice waitress. In MY opinion, the restaurant has been starting to go down hill, over the last two years! NOT going back again!

  • 3/5 Beth W. 2 years ago on Google
    Love First Watch but so disappointed in their new menu. No more of my favorites: open faced chicken salad, ham & Swiss and both veggie and regular burger. Really!! These are classics please return them to your menu! New menu is very limited.

  • 1/5 Kitten S. 3 years ago on Google
    Went for a late breakfast. Wife wore a mask, I can’t for medical reasons. I suffered an inhalation accident in the military and have personal Ox for rescue. I agreed to hold the mask to my face and the young lady said “closer”. I was as close as I was comfortable. Her condescending tone continued. As we walked out she said “Real Mature”. After years of going to various First Watch restaurants my wife and I feel no need to ever return. Downtown Fort Myers.

  • 4/5 Shannon B. 3 years ago on Google
    Tasty. Friendly. Clean. Never a bad breakfast at this location.

  • 1/5 Katie C. 2 years ago on Google
    The staff was lovely, I had the happy hippie sandwich with roasted veggies in the side and that morning meditation drink. My stomach started to burn about an hour after I ate. I didn’t eat anything else yesterday. As the day went on I couldn’t get out of bed and started throwing up with a fever throughout the night. I am feeling better today (besides being sore and tired) which leads me to believe I got food poising here.

  • 5/5 Carol F. 3 years ago on Google
    Great poached eggs

  • 5/5 Steven B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great

  • 5/5 J. Czar W. 3 years ago on Google
    We had the Million Dollar Bacon and 2 Tri Fecta specials. The Plain Pancake with eggs and bacon. I had the Belgian waffle with pork sausage link. The food was so good that I believe it will stick to me for half day. I should be good to run errands for a good couple of hours before I need to refuel. The atmosphere is wonderful and the view is excellent. When I ever I return to Ft. Myers, FL, I will make First Watch my breakfast destination for that good morning fix!

  • 1/5 Kimberly B. 1 year ago on Google
    I am so disgusted on how I was just treated by the Manager Christine today. The server was nice and sweet and very pleasant. She helped us order our breakfast I had the brisket corned beef and my boyfriend had the Breakfast tacos. So when it came out it looked great. Until I moved the eggs on top to see there was literally like barely ANY MEAT. So I showed the server and she was like "yeah that isn't right". As she went to take it back the couple next to us said they had the same complaint with getting like a small scoop of meat. That's when the rude Christine came with my same plate and was like "the server is wrong, this dish is right it is only 6oz of meat". I was like so that's all the meat you get in a dish that says corned beef. There is no corned beef. She said yes that's it very abruptly and rude. She was like you want another one being condescending tone. Like I'll get you the same dish with no meat... I said no and just ate the little that was there not wanting to cause a scene. The server came and apologized to me she felt so bad. As we were leaving I went to pay and the hostess asked if everything was okay. I told her no. As I was telling her what happened her face didn't seem shocked and to make things worse the same manager walked out of the kitchen and gave me the worst smirky smile and was damn near skipping around me like ha ha. The hostess saw that and her face turned red. I think before I actually said something and stoop to her level I left. My boyfriend felt that she maybe acted like that because we are an interracial couple which would be astonishing in 2022! I will NEVER GO BACK!

  • 5/5 Eduardo O. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food. Clean and nice atmosphere. Good service. The Carnitas Burrito is a great choice there!

  • 5/5 Annhastasia M. 11 months ago on Google
    I can't say enough good things about this place! The food was amazing, and our server was the best. I've eaten here a few times before and I've never been disappointed.

  • 1/5 Sarah K. 11 months ago on Google
    The manager at this location is absolutely ridiculous. She made a scene by humiliating her servers in front of the entire restaurant because they couldn't clean their tables fast enough. I went in expecting a pleasant atmosphere with my meal, but after her public treatment of her employees I totally lost my appetite.

  • 1/5 Kgblast 1 year ago on Google
    The lady who opens the door is a bully. At first, she looked nice and welcoming but I saw her yelling at her workers multiple times. I don't drink this is a normal behavior at all. The guy I came in with told me that it isn't the first time. She is only nice to the customers and not her employees. Anyway, the food was good but if you don't wanna feel uncomfortable and awkward, you should go to the one in Dani drive. Better service overall.

  • 2/5 Dan M. 3 years ago on Google
    We loved the server and the food but the female breakfast manager was so horrible. She was loud and just down right nasty to us and others. I heard her yelling in the kitchen to both servers and kitchen staff. I've been in the restaurant business for almost 20 years and I've never seen or worked with a person who behaves like this in a nice quality restaurant. There were others who dined there yesterday who would certainly agree with me. This is the second time that we have had a bad experience with her and I always five somebody a second chance. I would fire her immediately if she worked in one of my restaurants.

  • 1/5 B 3 years ago on Google
    They had the audacity to put rotton fruit all over my French toast, and in the fruit bowl. They did not comp it. If you get a chance look up at the ceilings and you with see black mold on the ac exits. Service took about an hour from sitting down. If you have low standards go to this first watch.

  • 2/5 Earnest e B. 3 years ago on Google
    The services are very costly and not very nice four dollars for coffee and not counting my buddy's Sprite

  • 4/5 larry c. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was very good service was top notch really like the atmosphere

  • 5/5 nancy k. 3 years ago on Google
    Good , attractively prepared food and good servers

  • 5/5 Donna C. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent as always.

  • 2/5 A S. 4 years ago on Google
    I ordered my eggs over medium and they were served runny. Yuck! The waitress didn't check-in on us.

  • 1/5 Dave D. 3 years ago on Google
    The food is great and we loved our server but the female manager who works mornings is a very unhappy person and she should not be working with the public. She was not very nice to us and other customers. This was the second time I noticed this and I will probably not be going back as long as she is there. I will go to the other First Watch locations for sure though.

  • 5/5 Kathy O. 3 years ago on Google
    Always consistent, good coffee and service. I had the special which was a breakfast tostada with guacamole and greens instead of potatoes, it was AMAZING!!

  • 2/5 Stan F. 3 years ago on Google
    Place was very clean, waitresses were great but my omelet was undercooked again. The inside was barely warm.

  • 5/5 swet s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) wafers (Original) Wafle

  • 5/5 Yates G. 3 years ago on Google
    Love First Watch. First visit to this location. Always great.

  • 5/5 donald v. 3 years ago on Google
    Christy Been going to First Watch Downtown since first day of opening, Cristy is the best manager of all but all were good. She really takes care of customers and business.

  • 5/5 Tom K. 3 years ago on Google
    Best breakfasts

  • 5/5 Joachim L. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly service and good food. A bit on the pricier side, but it is a clean and we'll run place.

  • 4/5 Gabe J. 2 years ago on Google
    This a “trendy” place for healthy options. The food is good, and the prices are reasonable. The service is a hit and miss depending on your wait staff. The staff is not always as professional in its appearance as it should be. The place is often full so expect a little wait, especially during the weekend. For now, it is a good place to eat until the next big thing!

  • 1/5 Rosie A. 2 years ago on Google
    Normally this place is on point! I go here once a week for breakfast but today (6/12/21) was a disappointment. For the Barbacoa tacos I received some nasty looking avocados on them. I got my order to go so "sending it back" was not an option...how could you serve someone something that looks like that?! Aside from the avocado the food was delicious. Just very disappointed

  • 5/5 Charlie M. 3 years ago on Google
    It was the first time I ever been there I got to say it was awesome keep up the great work guys.

  • 5/5 charlie m. 3 years ago on Google
    It is a great place to go to have lunch with a friend or family. Customer service was great . Downtown fort Myers was awesome if you get a chance go there and eat. Very friendly.

  • 5/5 Paige R. 2 years ago on Google
    We really enjoyed our breakfast experience at First Watch. Mimosas were make your own, they gave you all the ingredients and you got to portion it out to your taste. Coffee was bottomless and was super fresh and steaming hot. Entrees we’re delicious. Service was impeccable. 10/10 recommend for all your brunch needs.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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