First Watch — Florida Restaurant Inspections & Food Safety Records

First Watch: Comparison to Florida State Averages

First Watch: Recent Restaurant Closures (5)

First Watch: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

First Watch: Most Common Health Violations

First Watch: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

First Watch: Fire Safety Violations

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

First Watch: Notable Locations

First Watch: Locations by County

First Watch: Frequently Asked Questions

How many First Watch locations are in Florida?

First Watch has 144 locations in Florida tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is First Watch's health inspection pass rate in Florida?

First Watch has a pass rate of 96.5% across all Florida locations, which is 10.3 percentage points above the state average of 86.2%.

What are the most common health violations at First Watch in Florida?

The most frequently cited violations at First Watch locations in Florida are: Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements, Clean multi-use utensils.

Which Florida county has the most First Watch locations?

Orange County has the most First Watch locations in Florida with 14 establishments.

What was the most recent First Watch closure in Florida?

First Watch Restaurant #119 in Wellington was shut down on July 15, 2025 for roach & fly activity.

How does First Watch compare to the Florida state average?

First Watch has a pass rate of 96.5%, which is 10.3 percentage points above the state average of 86.2%. The average violations per inspection is 4 compared to the state average of 4.67.

How much in fines has First Watch been assessed in Florida?

First Watch locations in Florida have been assessed $10,240 in fines across 36 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $284 and the largest single fine was $800.

How many fire safety violations has First Watch had in Florida?

31 fire safety violations have been documented across 23 First Watch locations in Florida. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.

How often are First Watch locations inspected in Florida?

First Watch locations in Florida have an average of 17.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

First Watch: All Locations (141)