FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT
Watch the trajectory here. FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT grades a B at 86/100 today, yet its recent DBPR record has been moving the wrong way.
Its most recent inspection on March 13, 2026 cited 1 intermediate and 1 basic violations. It currently ranks safer than 32% of Orange County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.5 from 3,479 reviews.
Trend: declining · B (86/100)
Get directions Call (407) 796-7050
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- B (86/100)
- Violations
- 2 total — 1 intermediate, 1 basic
- Address
- 11951 S INTERNATIONAL DR UNIT A, Orlando, FL
- Cuisine
- Other
- Categories
- Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Family restaurant, Health food restaurant, Lunch restaurant, Pancake restaurant
- Price
- $10–20
- Rating
- 4.5 stars (3479 reviews)
- Seats
- 150
- Phone
- (407) 796-7050
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
One subject runs through these 26 reviews more than any other: front-of-house. Where the staff comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.7, so it reads as a strength.
More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 21 of 26. What nobody raises here is whether it is worth the money — it goes unmentioned across all 26 reviews. 24 of 26 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 0 are two or lower.
On the health side, the most recent DBPR inspection returned a B (86/100) with 1 intermediate and 1 basic violations — middling, much like the reviews. That result dates from March 13, 2026. Across its inspection history the kitchen is declining, which argues for reading the older reviews with caution. On health score it sits safer than 32% of the Orange County restaurants we grade. What the inspector actually wrote up: in-use food dispensing utensils properly stored and misrepresentation / misbranding.
With both signals pointing the same way, there is little to argue about on this listing. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.
Our own analysis of 26 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Service and food was great!!
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Our server Bella was extremely pleasant and provided excellent service despite a huge volume of customers on the day we stopped in. Even though they were unexpectedly very, very busy due to local events, all the staff were noticeably working extra hard to keep up with the demand. Meals were all delicious too.
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The service was fast. The food was delicious and the young lady that assist me today she was super nice!!
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Our server Cynthia was killing it! She was very busy but stayed on top of everything we needed. We needed to move inside and Noah was so amazingly accommodating to help us move inside. We are very grateful for that, it really made the experience great!!
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I'm in awe of this place. The food is absolutely delicious 😋. A little bit for everyone. Pancakes are huge. My husband ate 2 big ol Pancakes with eggs. Everything tasted amazing. My avocado toast was great and my kid had extra potatoes and french toast🤤.
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Always a great meal - AM Superfoods Bowl and Trifecta breakfast…yum!!!
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My son, mother and I came in and had Bella as our server. How sweet, patient and kind she was. Definitely coming back to see her
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Noah provided excellent service! The food came out quickly and was delicious.
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Great food and super service, We love this place and everyone here.
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Noah was an amazing server!
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Our go to at home and on vacation. Great people and excellent food
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For service to food everything exceeded my expectations
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food and service is always great, one of my favorite locations to have breakfast at. however the AC has become an issue and it’s no longer enjoyable to sit for longer than an hour, you start sweating.
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always a pretty solid experience, staff is great and attentive. but the ac was making me feel like i was wading through a bayou in august
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This place is a must Having been in the catering business for over 40 years to say it was so good that I had to go back again is proof in itself Well done
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Our service was outstanding !! The food was excellent, Thank you so much !
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Very nice place, good food and excellent service.
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Always love their food it was just unbearably hot. I don’t think the A/C is working so I couldn’t enjoy my food or time my there how i wanted
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Amabilidad del personal , profesionales y un excelente servicio
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We visited for volleyball! This place was so god we returned not 1- or 2 but 4x! The million dollar bacon is yummy! And the purple haze drink was amaze!!!
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Another great breakfast at First Watch - South I Drive on in Orlando! We tried the sausage gravy & biscuits, a quinoa pesto bowl, a few sides, & the banana brittle French toast. The French toast stole the show with its sweet & rich flavor in every bite. 🍌🥞 Big thanks to Denise for the wonderful hospitality. Friendly service always makes a meal that much better, & she made us feel right at home! ❤️ #OrlandoFoodie #BreakfastLovers #BrunchTime #FoodieAdventures #foodie
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You are not going to find a better breakfast spot. Very healthy options . Excellent service. Just a cut above the normal offerings.
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SERVICE with a SMILE - what AMAZING service from Denise!!! PEOPLE make a difference as Denise did today!! Management take the time to RECOGNIZE your EXCEPTIONAL employee!! We will return while on vacation BECAUSE of Denise - never rushed US and so personable!!! WOW Denise never CHANGE you are OUTSTANDING!!! ❤️❤️💕💕
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My fav place
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Friendly staff, fast service, and great food. Definitely recommend.
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Our very first time at First Watch! We loved our whole experience but special recognition goes to KAYLA our waitress who demonstrated the kindness & knowledge you’re loving when going out. It really enhanced our breakfast experience for sure!! Thanks! 🙏 Next time we’re in Orlando we’ll be back!!
Overall Score
65 / 100
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.
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March 13, 2026 · Routine - Food
Administrative complaint recommended
0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 1 basic
- 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
- 52 — Misrepresentation / misbranding
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October 21, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic
No violations cited.
Safer options nearby
Higher-graded restaurants close to FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT, by Florida DBPR grade:
- DOMINO'S PIZZA #3897
- DUNKIN DONUTS
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: March 13, 2026