FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #177

Health grade
A · 97/100
St. Lucie County rank
Safer than 72%
Diner rating
4.5 ★ · 2,013 reviews
Violations
1 intermediate
Last inspected
Mar 2026

It pulls 4.5 stars across 2,013 reviews and ranks safer than 72% of St. Lucie County restaurants we grade. Menus here flag options for vegan, vegetarian, organic, and healthy diners.

Get directions Call (772) 237-4032

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (97/100)
Violations
1 total — 1 intermediate
Address
1493 ST LUCIE WEST BLVD, Port St Lucie, FL
Cuisine
Other
Categories
Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Lunch restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.5 stars (2013 reviews)
Neighborhood
Saint Lucie West
Seats
120
Phone
(772) 237-4032
Website
Official website
Photo of FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #177
Photo: First Watch

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.5 Community-sourced rating 2,013 reviews
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What diners say — our read

One subject runs through these 20 reviews more than any other: the staff. Front-of-house tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 4.9 stars.

20 of 20 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 0 are two or lower. No one in this corpus comments on speed of service at all. The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (19 of 20).

Against that, the kitchen inspects well — an A (97/100), 1 intermediate violations at the most recent DBPR visit. The visit behind that grade was March 17, 2026. On health score it sits safer than 72% of the St. Lucie County restaurants we grade. For specifics, the last inspection cited handwash sinks accessible.

With both signals pointing the same way, there is little to argue about on this listing. The reviews themselves follow, unedited and newest first.

Our own analysis of 20 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    Nice brunch

  • June 30, 2026

    Food was great, service was excellent!

  • June 26, 2026

    Service, Food and atmosphere was perfect

  • June 26, 2026

    The food is delicious! Highly recommend the million dollar bacon and million dollar potatoes! Even the kids loved it. And the portions are HUGE!!! Great service with a great attitude!

  • June 25, 2026

    I seek out First Watch when I travel and it never disappoints. The freshest ingredients with decadent dishes are always top notch!

  • June 25, 2026

    Nice friendly staff, food was ok

  • June 24, 2026

    Great fresh food, excellent service

  • June 22, 2026

    Everything was good, and we truly enjoyed the atmosphere, the service was incredible.

  • June 21, 2026

    My family and I visited First Watch on Father’s Day, and it was an excellent experience from start to finish. Even on a busy holiday, the restaurant was welcoming, well-organized, and the staff remained friendly and attentive throughout our visit. I ordered The Traditional Breakfast with scrambled eggs, seasoned potatoes, and toast, and everything was cooked perfectly. The eggs were fluffy, the potatoes were seasoned just right, and the toast was fresh and delicious. I upgraded to the Million Dollar Bacon, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The sweet and savory flavor with a slight kick made it one of the best bacon dishes I’ve had. The portions were generous, the food arrived promptly, and everything tasted fresh and high quality. Despite it being Father’s Day, the staff did a fantastic job keeping things running smoothly while providing great service. My family and I left happy, full, and looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great breakfast spot with excellent food and outstanding service.

  • June 21, 2026

    Food is delicious. Nice atmosphere

  • June 20, 2026

    Great place to stop, close to the highway! Amazing food and our waitress was Cinthia. She was wonderful, attentive and patient with our kiddos!

  • June 18, 2026

    great service!

  • June 17, 2026

    Desiree is the best!!

  • June 12, 2026

    Love first watch its our go to for breakfast! Consistent on food and service!

  • June 11, 2026

    Everything was great

  • June 7, 2026

    Chipotle breakfast was great

  • June 6, 2026

    Good stuff, good stuff, nice people. They work as a team to keep the service moving and enjoyable. Over all we had good time.

  • June 6, 2026

    Great Service and great food!

  • June 3, 2026

    Classic First watch.

  • May 31, 2026

    Excellent selection of delicious breakfast / brunch, made from fresh, quality ingredients. You can taste the difference. Also, Jodi is the best!! My family and I love her. If you are able to sit in her section, you will be delighted - she is incredibly attentive and pleasant, and makes dining there a great experience.

Overall Score

75 / 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 4/10
    Stable, 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. March 17, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 0 basic

    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
  2. August 26, 2025 · Complaint Full

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 1 basic

    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying

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 17, 2026