First Watch

5 recent ratings
$ • Cafe
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Popular gluten-free menu items: Avocado Toast, Bread/Buns, Toast

Warning

This is a chain, which typically means a high risk of cross-contact. It may not be possible to dine safely at this establishment.

Safety Rating
5 ratings

As rated by the community

4427 Commons Dr E
Destin, FL 32541

Most Recent Reviews


4 months ago

Great avocado toast, they are very careful with allergies

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GF Menu Items
  • — Toast, Avocado Toast, Bread/Buns
Gluten Intolerant
1 year ago

They don't have a GF menu but when I asked about it the waitress told me they do have a QR code that you can easily scan to get allergen info about the dishes.. this did make things a little more complicated/lengthy and I felt rushed when deciding what I wanted to order. She was knowledgeable but I did have to ask about GF French toast rather than her just telling me when I asked about the GF menu. I'm not a very critical person but I do get anxiety so I feel like it could be made alot less complicated than what it is. Overall the food was delicious and we just ate so I can't determine if I was "glutened" or not just yet, but I will if I have any issuees.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Safety Features
  • — Knowledgeable staff
GF French toast with sausage, eggs and potatoes.
Hashimoto's
2 years ago

Excellent service. Assured me my food would be prepped, cooked, and served by same person. They take all "allergies &/or intolerances" seriously . The food was excellent. Very glad to find a "healthy" local restaurant that I can eat at.

Safety
Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Safety Features
  • — Food flagged
  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Other dedicated equipment
  • — Staff accommodates
Other
  • — Good for kids
  • — Lunch
  • — Good for dairy-free
  • — Outdoor seating

Important

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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GF French toast with sausage, eggs and potatoes.
Gluten-Free at First Watch
My hunny had the works omlet with pototes
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Symptomatic Celiac
2 years ago

Overall a good experience. No gluten free menu but allergen list. I tested my food to make sure and came back safe. I had toast with jam, fruit, bacon and fried potatoes. There are more egg options but unfortunately me and eggs don’t like each other lol. I was told that most items on the menu can be made gluten-free.

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Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Safety Features
  • — Food flagged
  • — Other dedicated equipment
  • — Staff accommodates
  • — Knowledgeable staff
Other
  • — Good for kids
  • — Lunch
  • — Good for dairy-free
  • — Online ordering
Gluten-Free at First Watch
My hunny had the works omlet with pototes
Symptomatic Celiac
2 years ago

Have a separate gluten free menu. Waiter was awesome and talked through their allergen procedures! All good came out marked and was yummy.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Symptomatic Celiac
3 years ago

I ordered cinnamon French toast and sausages links. It is cooked in a separate pan and server was well informed of celiac

Safety
Taste
Variety
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Other
  • — Lunch
  • — Breakfast/Brunch
Celiac
5 years ago

Staff was great and knowledgeable! Very delish and didn’t get sick!!

Reviews of this Chain

Gluten Intolerant
5 days ago

I'm gluten intolerant and can eat here no problem! Cross contamination is possible. I ordered French toast with their gf bread and it was delicious!

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GF Menu Items
  • — Toast
Symptomatic Celiac
6 days ago

I was pleasantly surprised with the measures taken to ensure the safety of the meals. The food was prepared in a designated area, clearly labeled for allergies. Initially, we were a bit disheartened to see that the typical breakfast options—eggs, meat, and potatoes—weren't labeled as gluten-free. However, upon talking with our server, we learned about their commitment to accommodating all dietary restrictions. She detailed their process and also confirmed that the gluten-free toast would be kept separate from regular bread during toasting (which is actually done in the dedicated gluten-free space, not the toaster). Again, I was very pleasantly surprised at how serious they took it. We had a great experience!

Safety
Taste
Variety
GF Menu Items
  • — Toast
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety Features
  • — Food flagged
  • — Dedicated kitchen space
  • — Other dedicated equipment
  • — Staff accommodates
Gluten Intolerant
1 week ago

They were fantastic at allowing me to get the gluten free toast as raspberry French toast with lemon ricotta cheese. Chefs kiss!

Taste
GF Menu Items
  • — Bread/Buns, French Toast
Gluten Intolerant
1 week ago

Good food, a decent variety of gf options. Especially for a breakfast/brunch place. First watch is pretty good about being knowledgeable on GF options but if you get a server who doesn’t know, they have always been happy to check with the kitchen/manager who is knowledgeable.

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Gluten Intolerant
2 weeks ago

Ordered a frittata and an omelette. Both came with GF toast at no additional cost, and they have a dedicated toaster. Also dairy-free and was easily accommodated. Everything was delicious and filling and the cheese was not missed.

Slightly disappointed no corn-only tortillas for breakfast tacos, but what we did order was sooooo good!

The staff was great as well as the atmosphere, too!

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Taste
Variety
GF Menu Items
  • — Omelets, Bread/Buns, Home Fries, Breakfast Sandwiches & more
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Other
  • — Good for dairy-free

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