First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch and lunch spot, serving a chef-driven menu of elevated classics and seasonal specialties, always made to order using the freshest ingredients. We greet the sunrise by slicing and juicing fresh fruits and vegetables, whipping French toast batter from scratch and brewing pots of our single-origin Project Sunrise coffee. Freshness is never comprised, which is why we welcome each season into our menu with ingredients and flavors inspired by the position of the sun. All year long, you can enjoy craveable favorites like Avocado Toast for breakfast, Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict for brunch and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes for lunch. Whether you start at the crack of dawn or not, we’ll leave that up to you!
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups. Based on 951 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery

Address:
8383 S Tamiami Trail SUITE 111, Sarasota, FL 34238
Phone: (941) 923-6754
Website:
Hours
| Saturday |
7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Sunday |
7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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7 AM–2:30 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Thursday |
7 AM–2:30 PM |
| Friday |
7 AM–2:30 PM |
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Reviews
Alan Rybak
If you’re looking for a great spot for breakfast or lunch in south Sarasota, look no further than First Watch. This restaurant has local roots and many other locations, and it’s easy to see why it’s such a popular choice among locals and visitors alike.
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Tina B
We had a wonderful time here today for lunch. Loved the menu selections, something for every appetite. The gluten free bread is a quality brand and goes well with a sandwich. The portion sizes are just right for the pricing. We were seated right away and had great service from multiple team members throughout our lunch. The manager Jay, comes right up to your table and says hi, which I love, a nice personal touch which makes you feel welcomed and not rushed. This place is busy! I loved seeing how much fun the staff was having while giving great service. Next time we will sit outside on the water side, it looks beautiful. Definitely a great spot to meet up with friends and family! P.s. the mimosas are fantastic!
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Alex Nickels
It’s a standard First Watch. Prices are high for a chain, but food quality is good enough to justify it. Was very busy but didn’t have to wait too long for am outdoor table.
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Martha D.
Love the back of restaurant outdoor seating! Good service too! 8383 S Tamiami Trail SUITE 111, Sarasota, FL 34238
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Gem L
Okay food, poor service.
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Rob Sartore
I love first watch. I’m a fan of eggs, Benedict and their hollandaise sauce with a hint of lemon always delivers. There’s so many other great things on the menu. And everything delivered with great service and smiles.
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Kermit and Alesya Pagel
A secret wonder! Eat here for breakfast (-ish)!
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Paul HockeyPop
First time to First Watch and this was very nice. You can sit outdoors and the views of the lake are terrific. My avocado toast was good. My wife had granola bowl also good. Service was good portions good. A little pricey but scenery was nice.
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Nicole Bonsall
We have been coming to this location for many years. That is why we decided to come here for our son’s baptism brunch. There is a small room off to the side of the main restaurant which seats about 30 guests. It was absolutely perfect! We were able to come in the day before and set up some decorations, they were so accommodating to our party! When we arrived the day of our celebration we had such amazing service, I feel awful as I do not remember our server’s name! She was fantastic! Our food came out so quickly and everything was delicious! We let our guests order off of a limited menu of four entrees, Floridian French toast, chicken chimichanga, avocado toast and elevated egg sandwich. Everything came out fast and cooked perfectly, our guests were extremely happy!! I highly suggest dining here and we will forever be grateful for such a great experience for our celebration and for all the wonderful meals we have shared here as a family!
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Kimberly Hill
Tried the summer menu today. I had the Toasted carnitas Breakfast and the Bacon Cheddar Cornbread. Both were very good. Love the view here as it sites on the side of a lake. Lovely!
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