First Watch • From the Griddle
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Fluffy pancakes with lemon zest and ricotta, dusted with powdered sugar
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
The Lemon Ricotta Pancakes is fluffy pancakes with lemon zest and ricotta, dusted with powdered sugar It comes in at 640 calories, and is priced at $11.99 in the From the Griddle section of the First Watch menu — about 1.87 cents per 100 calories. First Watch is a daytime-only breakfast and brunch cafe serving made-to-order classics since 1983. Known for The Traditional, Avocado Toast, Chickichanga, farm-fresh skillets, and cold-pressed juices, every First Watch location serves a pot of coffee on arrival.
How the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes compares to similar First Watch items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banana Granola Crunch Pancakes (Two) | $8.99 | 660 | 1.36 |
| Blueberry Pancakes (Two) | $8.99 | 620 | 1.45 |
| Floridian French Toast | $12.99 | 720 | 1.80 |
| Belgian Waffle | $10.99 | 590 | 1.86 |
| Lemon Ricotta Pancakes (this item) | $11.99 | 640 | 1.87 |
Average price in the From the Griddle section: $10.79. This item is above the section average.
How the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes compares at other chains
Compare the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs First Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Watch | Lemon Ricotta Pancakes | $11.99 | — |
| 7 Brew | BLNDR Strawberry Lemonade (Medium) | $5.49 | $6.50 more |
| Applebee's | Frozen Lemonade | $3.99 | $8.00 more |
| Auntie Anne's | Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade (Small) | $3.49 | $8.50 more |
| Bojangles | Lemonade | $2.49 | $9.50 more |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Dietary & allergen information
Is the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes good value at First Watch?
At $11.99, the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes costs about 1.87 cents per 100 calories against a $10.79 average in the From the Griddle section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest First Watch sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes at First Watch
The Lemon Ricotta Pancakes is available at First Watch locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the First Watch app or third-party services. Order through the official First Watch ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full First Watch menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
- 1Check current First Watch deals — First Watch Rewards — Points on Every Visit.
- 2Prices have trended +9.8% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
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About First Watch
First Watch is a daytime-only breakfast and brunch cafe serving made-to-order classics since 1983. Known for The Traditional, Avocado Toast, Chickichanga, farm-fresh skillets, and cold-pressed juices, every First Watch location serves a pot of coffee on arrival. Our First Watch menu guide covers prices, brunch classics, juice bar, and nutrition for 2026.