First Watch – American
Sunlight streams through expansive windows into a bright, farmhouse-inspired space where the morning begins with the vibrant aroma of freshly ground coffee and sizzling seasonal hashes. The kitchen celebrates the day’s earliest hours by transforming farm-fresh ingredients into colorful plates, from lemon-zested ricotta pancakes to vibrant, cold-pressed juices that burst with natural sweetness. It is a bustling neighborhood hub where the focus on wholesome, chef-driven recipes creates a refreshing sanctuary for a nourishing start to the day.
979, East Bloomingdale Avenue, Brandon, FL, 33511 +18132009123 http://www.firstwatch.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at First Watch
Dairy-Free at First Watch
First Watch in Brandon has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Seasoned Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at First Watch
First Watch in Brandon has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Seasoned Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at First Watch
First Watch in Brandon has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasoned Potatoes, Floridian French Toast and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at First Watch
First Watch in Brandon has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chickichanga. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at First Watch
First Watch in Brandon has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasoned Potatoes and Kale Tonic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at First Watch
First Watch in Brandon has 9 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasoned Potatoes, Floridian French Toast and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at First Watch
First Watch in Brandon has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasoned Potatoes and Floridian French Toast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at First Watch
First Watch in Brandon has 11 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasoned Potatoes, Floridian French Toast and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at First Watch
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chickichanga | 39.2 g | 58.2 g |
| Biscuits & Turkey Sausage Gravy with Eggs | 39.6 g | 44.4 g |
| Chimichurri Steak & Eggs Hash | 27 g | 35.2 g |
| Elevated Egg Sandwich | 17.2 g | 27.8 g |
| The B.E.C. | 41 g | 26.9 g |
| Million Dollar Bacon | 31.6 g | 20.8 g |
| The Traditional Breakfast | 47.2 g | 20.5 g |
| Tri-Fecta | 67.9 g | 18.1 g |
| Farm Stand Breakfast Tacos | 11.3 g | 14.6 g |
| Floridian French Toast | 28.7 g | 6.5 g |
| French Toast | 38.6 g | 6 g |
| Pineapple Express | 9.4 g | 0.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Menu
Seasonal Menu
- The B.E.C. - $12.99: Bacon, egg, and cheddar breakfast sandwich Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chimichurri Steak & Eggs Hash - $15.49: Steak, eggs, and seasoned potatoes with chimichurri sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Strawberry Tres Leches French Toast - $13.29: French toast topped with fresh strawberries and tres leches sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Blueberry Lemon Cornbread - $6.49: Freshly baked cornbread with blueberries and lemon zest Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
The Classics
- The Traditional Breakfast - $11.99: Two eggs any style with your choice of meat and toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tri-Fecta - $12.49: Two eggs any style with either a light and airy Belgian waffle or a multigrain pancake plus your choice of meat Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits & Turkey Sausage Gravy with Eggs - $12.79: Freshly baked biscuits with turkey sausage gravy and two eggs any style Available at: breakfast, brunch
The Hits
- Chickichanga - $13.49: Whipped eggs with spicy chicken, chorizo, and green chilies wrapped in a flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Elevated Egg Sandwich - $12.99: Over-easy egg with bacon, Gruyere cheese, and fresh smashed avocado on a brioche bun Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Farm Stand Breakfast Tacos - $11.99: Scrambled eggs, Cajun chicken, and chorizo in corn tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Barbacoa Breakfast Tacos - $13.99: Savory beef barbacoa, scrambled eggs, and fresh salsa Available at: breakfast, brunch
The Sweet Side
- Multigrain Pancake - $6.99: Large multigrain pancake with butter and syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lemon Ricotta Pancakes - $12.99: Fresh lemon and ricotta cheese pancakes topped with seasonal berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Belgian Waffle - $10.49: Light and airy waffle served with warm syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast - $11.49: Thick-cut brioche bread dipped in scratch-made batter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Floridian French Toast - $12.99: French toast topped with fresh bananas, kiwi, and seasonal berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Pineapple Express - $5.49: Freshly juiced pineapple and lime
- Kale Tonic - $5.99: Kale, Fuji apple, cucumber, and lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Black Cold Brew - $4.99: Slow-steeped cold brew coffee
Sides
- Million Dollar Bacon - $6.29: Four slices of hardwood smoked bacon baked with brown sugar, black pepper, and cayenne Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Seasoned Potatoes - $3.99: Freshly seasoned First Watch potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about First Watch
- Is First Watch dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. First Watch has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Seasoned Potatoes.
- What can I eat at First Watch on a dairy-free diet?
- Seasoned Potatoes carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does First Watch have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Seasoned Potatoes and Kale Tonic.
- Is First Watch gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at First Watch?
- Chickichanga, at roughly 58.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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