First Watch 129
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
90
Score
First Watch 129 appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 30, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Among Orlando restaurants, the typical score is 79; First Watch 129 is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Joshua T.
53A-01-7
90
Oct 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -after employee touched face
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -whipped spread (54F - Cold Holding); piko (54F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control -pancake batter -time mark added **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle at bus station with clean substance not labeled -operator labeled bottle **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -walk in cooler
36-22-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -no trash at hand wash sink at dish pit **Corrected On-Site**
33-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -interior of cook line reach in coolers
22-16-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. -straws at front counter -operator removed straws **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -blanched potatoes with unwashed produce
08B-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -personal items stored above clean dishes
40-06-5
41
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink front expeditor station blocked by by bin of utensils. Operator removed bin **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink missing soap, paper towels, and sign. Operator said they no longer use sink as hand wash. Advised that removal of hand sink must be approved by plan review. Operator put soap paper towels and sign **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling. It sealed where pipes lead into ceiling hot water heater
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets broken on small drink cooler with juices
14-11-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink back ware wash leaking water on floor closest to server area
29-08-4
70
Aug 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink with splitter vacuum breaker installed incorrect location. Advised to move vacuum breaker to correct part of splitter.
29-42-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed multiple servers wash hands by rinsing hands and washing hands correctly. Advised manager of observations and possible coaching opportunities. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-20-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee apron next on table next to to-go cup lids. Operator removed apron **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
70
Feb 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Box blocking server side handwashing sink Operator moved box **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil in water 70°. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce over washed ready to foods in walk-in-cooler Operator moved ready to eat foods to top shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Walk-in-cooler draining onto floor in kitchen Operator adjusted plumbing to drain correctly **Corrected On-Site**
29-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator moved bucket **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
64
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
47
Feb 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. - Eye drops stored above make table at end of cook line. Operator moved away from food. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Pancake batter 55F in bowl over cool line at make table less than 30 minutes. Advised if used within 30 minutes to add to time plan. Observed small bowl used for batter.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. - Menu only denotes salmon served raw and not eggs made to order. Consumer advisory provided for operator to post. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - Chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - On cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - Stored on shelf above prep table across from dry storage. - Stored on dry storage rack above dry goods. Oper removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris. - Top of dishwasher has food debris near panel.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - On cook line throughout. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
50
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a clean utensils. - Two phone chargers plugged in at service station with cords extending onto clean utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their arms while preparing food. - Chef with smart watch preparing food. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - Slight food debris at bottom of reach in coolers on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was First Watch 129 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at First Watch 129 on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at First Watch 129?
Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at First Watch 129.
How does First Watch 129 compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
First Watch 129 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.
Has First Watch 129's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at First Watch 129 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at First Watch 129 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is First Watch 129 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, First Watch 129 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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