FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #182

FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #182 keeps a tidy record. Its most recent health inspection on February 17, 2026 came back an A at 98 out of 100.

It pulls 4.5 stars across 2,248 reviews and ranks safer than 76% of Brevard County restaurants we grade. Menus here flag options for vegan, vegetarian, organic, and healthy diners.

Get directions Call (321) 473-7210

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (98/100)
Violations
2 total — 2 basic
Address
2328 CITADEL WAY STE 104, Melbourne, FL
Cuisine
Other
Categories
Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Family restaurant, Health food restaurant, Lunch restaurant, Pancake restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.5 stars (2248 reviews)
Neighborhood
Lake Andrew Commercial Center
Seats
126
Phone
(321) 473-7210
Website
Official website
Photo of FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #182
Photo: First Watch

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.5 Community-sourced rating 2,248 reviews
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What diners say — our read

The trajectory matters more than the average on this listing. Where the staff comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.6, so it reads as a strength.

Of the 21 rated reviews, 18 sit at four stars or better and 2 at two or below. What nobody raises here is serving size — it goes unmentioned across all 21 reviews. More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 17 of 21.

The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (98/100) with 2 basic violations. That result dates from February 17, 2026. Its inspection trajectory is upward over the records we hold. That puts it ahead of 76% of graded kitchens in Brevard County. What the inspector actually wrote up: dishwashing facilities and plumbing installed & maintained.

Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. The reviews themselves follow, unedited and newest first.

Our own analysis of 21 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    The Barbacoa breakfast tacos were awesome and the service from Amanda was top notch. We will definitely come back again Goodness all around

  • June 29, 2026

    Jeanelynn provided excellent service! The kitchen provided excellent breakfast. We will be back.

  • June 28, 2026

    Great good great staff

  • June 26, 2026

    Great breakfast as always. Sarah was super helpful and very nice.

  • June 26, 2026

    I adore this place. I have been here so many times, and I have not been disappointed once. it is always packed especially on weekends, getting a table takes a while, but it’s always worth it. I just love the menu and the options that they have. it’s clean and the service is really fast. And what can I say everything is delicious!

  • June 24, 2026

    Good spot for breakfast

  • June 21, 2026

    Wow, so much to say about this amazing place! The food was awesome! My Chipotle Steak, queso and Hash bowl was sublime in the myriad of flavors. Delicious! And this place runs like a swiss- watch, with everyone helping each other. Excellent service allowing around, but our server, Djon, was awesome and brightened our morning!

  • June 18, 2026

    Our family went for brunch and it was a phenomenal experience! Our waitress Ashley was professional, courteous and friendly, and went out of her way to make suggestions about menu options. She made sure our glasses were never less than half full and treated us with the utmost respect.! I appreciate this type of hospitality when visiting establishments, even if the food is not amazing, but OMG the food was SCRUMPTIOUS! Definitely a 5+ ⭐️ restaurant! We will be back!

  • June 9, 2026

    Love the menu, the fresh juices. It's a little loud being an open room but clean and pretty.

  • June 8, 2026

    First time at First Watch, and it left a great first impression-Miam😋

  • June 7, 2026

    Prefer kekes.

  • June 5, 2026

    Ashley was our waitress gray service !!

  • June 5, 2026

    Ashley was our server and she was great!

  • June 5, 2026

    Server was great and good was awesome.

  • June 5, 2026

    Always a great place to eat.

  • May 31, 2026

    Never had a bad experience here. The food is always delicious and the workers always friendly and attentive. Will keep coming back!

  • May 31, 2026

    Nice Breakfast/Lunch restaurant, familiar and comfortable. Good friendly staff. Food was as expected with reasonable prices.

  • May 31, 2026

    This was an amazing experience, great service, great food, beautiful environment, and Stephanie is the best!

  • May 29, 2026

    This is probably the worst First Watch I’ve ever been to. The waiter poured my husbands coffee into a mug that visibly still had coffee on it from another customer. He apologized and said their dishwasher wasn’t working properly. Then proceeded to bring another dirty cup to the table. I understand things not working, but the least you can do is look at the cup and see it needs to be cleaned. Then the waiter asked us if we knew what we wanted to order when we had barely looked at the menu. After he proceeded to come back every minute or 2 to ask if we were ready to order. We felt rushed. After we placed our order no one came to our table for a while so I had to flag someone down to get a clean cup. At some point our server switched and we hen she took our order she cut my husband off before he could even finish his order. Such a horrible experience.

  • May 29, 2026

    I have been to this location several times. All was great except my Florida French toast was better last time.

  • May 25, 2026

    My youngest daughter and I had Memorial Day breakfast here while her sister warmed up for softball just down the road. Jordan was an absolute please. He was very thoughtful and polite during out early morning breakfast. First Watch is known for it's amazing breakfast, but this location took the cake for me out of all First Watches I have had. Hats off to the chiefs and staff!

Overall Score

77 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 13/20
    4 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.5★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 6/10
    Improving, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

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
Friday
7 AM to 2:30 PM
Saturday
7 AM to 2:30 PM
Sunday
7 AM to 2:30 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. February 17, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 2 basic

    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
  2. October 1, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 50 — Current license, properly displayed

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: February 17, 2026