First Watch

I have eaten here several times with no issues. I always get the market hash with no toast. They have GF bread, but toast it in a shared toaster. At another location, they offered to toast it in a separate pan, which was nice. The food has gotten A LOT better than a few years ago.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I'm not sure if measures were taken. I was told it was gluten free. I got some eggs with chorizo special over home fried potatoes and it was not only as expensive as an upscale place but the food was inedible. It was so salty I couldn't eat it and I'm a salt lover so that's saying a lot. I couldn't find chorizo with a magnifying glass. The portions are small and all they have is breakfast food. I don't know how you overcharge for inedible breakfast food and get away with it but I wish I could put a PSA on their door signs.. please let this scam close down. I see it packed daily and I'm befuddled. My stomach felt awful afterwards but it's hard to say if it was due to gluten, the food was a disgusting bowl of mystery. I'm not even sure what I was eating. Please don't eat here..celiac or not. AVOID.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

The food is okay and they offer a lot of gluten free and dairy free options, BUT it’s probably best to ask for a manager before ordering. They have gluten free toast, but it’s toasted with the regular bread. So I asked for no bread at all. Her food came out after mine AND it had a big piece of regular bread right on top of her eggs!!! So they had to go make it again. By the time her food came out, I was done eating. I’ll probably go back, but not with my daughter :(

Celiac friendly?

No

We had a lovely lunch this afternoon. Deborah was absolutely wonderful and extremely accommodating to my various allergies. She went above and beyond to make sure my food was safe. They have good procedures against cross contamination. It was also delicious and very affordable.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I usually get the chicken quinoa power bowl here. I have not gotten sick and I always tell the server that I have a gluten allergy. I have heard that they do use shared equipment when toasting the gluten free bread so if you’re sensitive I’d stick with the bowls.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

I love first watch! They are definitely branching out and now have a GF menu. If you are going to go to this location - ask for Rebekah! She is the best and is so careful! The management is aware of celiac and has taught their staff well overall. I do stick to quinoa power bowls due to my issues with rice flour, but for a standard celiac, the options here are great and the taste is next level!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

My wife is celiac. We have eaten there a dozen times without problems. She would be sick before we get to the car if contaminated. Thought I should write this review.

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions