Opening hours
Closed · opens 7:00 AM
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
Local time in Tempe: 4:16 AM (MST). Holiday hours may differ – call (480) 498-4100 to confirm.
Location & directions
111 West University DriveTempe, AZ 85281
About First Watch
Located at 111 West University Drive in Tempe, Arizona, First Watch is an American restaurant. It is one of 400 places to eat and drink we list in Tempe.
First Watch is open daily, 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
You can visit for takeout, outdoor seating, and dine-in. On the menu: breakfast.
Phone: (480) 498-4100.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant · Breakfast
- Address
- 111 West University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281
- Phone
- (480) 498-4100
- Hours
- Open daily, 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 9 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared First Watch’s weekday schedule with 7 other American restaurants in Tempe. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:00 AM, earlier than 86% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 2:30 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 52.5 hours a week, 30 hours fewer than the local median of 82. 100% of American restaurants in Tempe open on Sundays, and First Watch is one of them.
Compared with 7 other American restaurants in Tempe that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in Arizona
Based on 31 menus with 1,990 priced items from American restaurants in Arizona, the median menu item costs $11.99, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $16.00.
We don’t have First Watch’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants in Arizona typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 29% | $12.50 |
| Baked Potato | 26% | $4.94 |
| Onion Rings | 23% | $6.00 |
| French Toast | 19% | $8.64 |
| Coffee | 19% | $3.45 |
| Hot Tea | 19% | $3.09 |
| Hot Chocolate | 19% | $3.89 |
| Quesadilla | 16% | $11.19 |
Calculated from 31 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Amenities
- Air conditioning
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of First Watch there are 57 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 96 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (20), Bars & Pubs (8), Mexican & Tex-Mex (8), and Pizza (7).
Competition is light: 2 other American restaurants are within a mile and 11 within three miles. The closest is Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits, 0.2 mi away.
27 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Chicken & WingsChick-fil-A< 0.1 mi
- PizzaOtto Pizza & Pastry< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeCartel Roasting Co.< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsCasey Moore's Oyster House< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexH.O.T. House Of Tcaos0.1 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are First Watch's opening hours?
Open daily, 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Monday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
Is First Watch open on Sunday?
Yes, First Watch is open on Sundays: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
Where is First Watch located?
First Watch is located at 111 West University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281.
What is the phone number of First Watch?
You can call First Watch at (480) 498-4100.
Does First Watch offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for First Watch, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout, outdoor seating, and dine-in.
Is First Watch open late?
No, First Watch usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near First Watch?
There are 96 other places to eat and drink within a mile of First Watch. Nearby options include Chick-fil-A (< 0.1 mi), Otto Pizza & Pastry (< 0.1 mi), and Cartel Roasting Co. (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near First Watch?
2 other American restaurants within a mile. The closest is Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits, 0.2 mi away.
How much do American restaurants in Arizona cost?
Based on 31 menus with 1,990 priced items from American restaurants in Arizona, the median menu item costs $11.99, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $16.00.
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