Restaurants in Waco

“The brisket was ridiculously tender, seasoned just right, and you don’t even need sauce (but the sauce is still good). Portions are generous, the sides actually hit(that mac and cheese??). Not cheap, but 100% worth it.”

“We ate at Waco Waffle today. They had a lot of business but still got everyone in and with their food in an impressively timely manner. We actually had a small medical issue with our son and the owner was so helpful, wise, and kind. The food was really good but the people there are even better. 5 stars all the way. Thank you. (and our granddaughter loved watching the water wheel at the big window)”

“First time hear in Waco and it was amazing. The food and service were excellent. Will definitely come again!!”

“We drive 2 hours to come here to eat. It never disappoints. We've toured the farm and to know that all of the food is fresh and framed there is amazing. The bold flavors burst through when eating.”

“Fantastic burgers and customer service. A+”

“Stopped by today and got a Coco Mocha. Delicious and the girl Emily who made my coffee was so nice as was Gigi ❤️”

“Amir is awesome and the food is great!”

“Love the freaky Friday cake; but the service sucks! If kids don’t want to work then they don’t need to because all they do is make the experience suck! Went in and got waited on by a tall skinny curly hair kid, I didn’t get his name but he was African American, he has an attitude the whole time, no friendliness at all and all I got was a 4 pack and he had no rush to make my order and I was the only one in there. Kids just gotta do better! I was there on tuesday.”

“The food was so delicious! The owner could not have been nicer to us and so very helpful. I highly recommend the red snapper!!! You won’t be disappointed”

“They know how to cook the hamburgers. It doesn’t matter if it’s in their truck or restaurant, it will be the best you ever had.”

“Best pie in town!!! The Lemon pie is my favorite!”

“Excellent food and everyone is so nice ! Definitely will be back!! Will be telling friends,and family to visit!”

“best burgers in town hands down”

“Great food and wonderful service! The waitress wad cheerful and informative! (our first time there) The only suggestion I have is that the chairs were very uncomfortable.It wasn't just our table of seven. I saw other customers struggling. just a consideration to think about. I give the a 4.9”

“I don't know how my husband found this place, but I'm glad he did. We stopped in for lunch and the food was amazing. The staff is extremely friendly and kind.”

“This is one of our favorite restaurants in Waco. Not only is the food amazing the service is always great from the moment you walk in.”

“The restaurant has flourished in the last year. Have tried multiple entrees and appetizers and all have been excellent. Highly recommend”

“A friend and I went on Saturday evening and had a great time! I got a flight of red wine and she did white wine. All from Spain or Portugal and very good. We shared some tapas that were delicious! The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable of the wine and food! It’s in a very good location downtown close to the Silos and Dr. Pepper museum. We had no trouble finding parking. We will be back for another girls night!”

“Max was our server tonight and he was excellent! It was super busy and sooo loud for some reason, but he was patient, kind, and got everything out perfectly! Austin was also very helpful! Great food and service all around!”

“Have you ever been walking down the street and see a place that looks interesting? This evening my wife and I saw the doors and stepped in. No we didn’t have a reservation and beyond excited to see they had a single open table. I make it a habit to ask the waiter what they recommend and let them plan my meal. Coby led the journey this evening full of excellent choices. I highly recommend this place for a very romantic dinner of conversation with amazing food and even better staff. We will be back!”

“I had lunch with daughter and granddaughter. It was my second time eating at your establishment. Everything was wonderful. So pleased with the fresh, delicious food. The waitress was so nice and efficient. I'll be back again, and again!”

“Excellent food, service and atmosphere! Great music too!”

“Just happened to be traveling through Waco and decided to stop for some food and a drink; happened upon Barnett’s Whiskey House and I’m glad we did. The food was most excellent, the atmosphere was good and the service was top notch! Looking forward to hearing the live music later this evening. Will definitely stop in anytime I come through or near Waco.”

“First off the customer service is unbelievably great. We have an ADA wheelchair family member and it was completely accessible. They made space for us with no complaints. Treated us great, made our experience wonderful server, food, hostess. The prices and menu are great variety. Can’t recommend it enough.”

“We ate here tonight and had a fabulous experience. Our service was incredible from the second we walked in and were greeted and taken to our seats by Marshall. Our server Courtney was 10/10, and this was all before our food even arrived. We split the filet and burger, and both were outstanding! So excited to come back next time we are in town!”

“Moroso was an incredible experience! Visiting from the East Coast—and knowing how many great Italian restaurants we have out there—I was pleasantly surprised by just how amazing the service, food, and atmosphere were. We were greeted by the gracious owner, Dan, who welcomed us with open arms, and his staff was just as warm and attentive. What a wonderful experience! The food was absolutely to die for. This is an outstanding restaurant, and I wish them nothing but continued success. “Amazing” is truly an understatement. Thank you, Dan, and a huge thank-you to your entire team!”

“Great food, great atmosphere and great service. I will definitely be returning for the Wagyu Steak Enchiladas (Iron Table Steak Enchiladas).”

“Definitely had a blast here, the food was fantastic and you couldn’t ask for better service.”

“Highly recommend. Our first but definitely not our last time coming here. A hidden gem”

“Definitely the best cakes and cookies in town! The customer service is excellent, and it's such a lovely bakery! The Young’s🇺🇸”

“Hunt Brothers Pizza is a great pizza for anybody searching for really good tasting food the employees are always very respectful their Pizza is also never undercooked or overcooked it is always just right with a perfect amount of toppings”

“We absolutely love everything they offer. The barbacoa tacos, especially, are amazing! One note: the Carne Guisada tacos are really good, but very messy.”

“We absolutely love everything they offer. The barbacoa tacos, especially, are amazing! One note: the Carne Guisada tacos are really good, but very messy.”

“Very slow service considering the lack of traffic in there. Good breakfast taco but I asked for sausage, egg and potato. There may have been a 1/2 teaspoon of sausage in it, if any. Inexpensive. Fresh.”

“Amazing spot. I go daily. They know my name and my order! Steve, Russell, Kim, Shawn are all amazing and everyone else there that I can’t remember the names of. Amazing atmosphere. Love it. Fav gas station by ”

“The new recipe for pancakes is awful. Most every pancake comes from the kitchen looking like a crepe. I ordered double blueberry. Only 3,or four berries on a pancake and dumped in the middle. No blueberry compote. IHOP is known for excellent pancakes, not anymore!”

“Went there yesterday with my family of 7! Food came out complete and very nice service regardless of other negative customers. Definitely recommend they need to be treated nicer!!”

“it was delicious (per usual). the lady who took my order was not friendly at all until i tipped her.”

“we always stop here on our way home from Austin. they were short staffed and took awhile to get our food but the staff is always sooo friendly. skip the Door Dash and go visit!”

“I'm visiting from out of town and I came to Jack in the box. It was very busy and most of the staff was talking and playing around, as I waited for someone to take my order. But Ms. Marsha was the only worker that was on top of her game. She apologize for the wait, took my order and was very well mattered and showed alot of professionalism. She made sure my order was fresh and correct. Compared to the other staff members you can tell she actually care about her job and customers. If I was to ever come back her service would be the reason why.”

“Small inside, seating was available but tables were not clean.
I placed order and got drink then they never called my ticket for food. Asked about my ticket and they had closed it. They did however get me my food.”

“when I order 2 orders of fries I'd like to actually get 2 orders of fries not a single order of fries, or is the manager too bad at their job to train employees to know the difference between a 1 and a 2?”

“First time visiting Bitty & Beau’s Coffee, and it truly warmed our hearts. The owner took a moment to share the story behind the shop, and you can feel the love and purpose immediately. The mission to employ adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities is beautiful, and the team is incredibly kind and welcoming. More than coffee it’s community.”

“Came all the way from California to visit friends in Texas. I love me some BBQ so they took us to Papa Jacks. The food was outstanding best BBQ I ever had. The Brisket and pulled pork was the best. Family run and it was like going to a family reunion. They treat you like family.”

“This place is awesome 😎 highly recommend!”

“Best Boba, best food and best service ever! This place is a dream experience. Literally one of my favorite places in Waco!”

“Felt like Home away from home for this Kailua girl. Wonderful Hawaiian food here. We enjoyed the Katsu Chicken and Kalua Pork with Cabbage and of course the Musubi Trio. Friendly service and delicious food.”

“Melt in your mouth brisket and flavorful sides. All homemade by some very nice people.”

“Absolutely lovely staff!!”

“Hands down one of the best places for great value food. This isn't Taco bell sometimes you will wait a minute but it is well worth it.the location makes them a little hard to find but it is well worth looking.”

“What a wonderful surprise! Don’t let the neighborhood keep you away. I had the gyro plate and the meat was so tender I cut it with my plastic fork…like butter. It was delicious. The hummus was great as well as the chicken kabob. I especially loved that it is family owned and run. A very special place. We will be back.”

“Took a detour from the Austin to Dallas drive to check this place out, super friendly service and GREAT food!! The wagyu beef ribs were unreal and the banana pudding was the best I’ve ever had. I wish the portion size for the meat would’ve been a little bigger but the portion size of the sides was more than enough.”

“Will be back! it is our now favorite place to get cinnamon rolls. We got a cinnamon roll and a scone. Absolutely amazing! The service was outstanding and very friendly. The outside sitting area is beautiful and cozy!”

“Allergies….my wife has developed severe gluten, dairy and egg allergies in the last few years. YAKI specializes in food prep WITHOUT allergy concerns!! They came up when we looked up gluten free options while visiting Waco and what a God-send! We spoke with Jake and encouraged him and the vision he has for helping people that can’t partake in regular food! If you’re in the Waco area, I highly recommend YAKI, whether or not you have a food allergy! I would really like to see YAKI branch out to serve more people, so help them out! EATYAKI!”

“By far the best genuine Cajun seafood place in Waco and beyond. Great hospitality and great food. We felt so welcomed! There is no doubt that we will visit often. Definitely a hidden gem right here in Waco.”

“waitress was very friendly she was only waitress and still attended all the tables her name was Deborah will be going back”

“Stopped in here after watching Ollie review the Lip Locker burger they serve. Was not disappointed. Super friendly staff, interesting and unique menu. Loved the Korean fries. This will definitely be a go to when I drive through Waco.”

“This is a wonderful place to eat. There is drive thru only service. No inside seating right now . The wait is worth it ! You will not be disappointed. Enjoy if you get to stop by!!!!”

“Great service and drinks, a true “Hidden Gem “.”

“SIMPLY INCREDIBLE! 4 golden bean awards for their coffee roasting and 7 international chocolate awards!

Their restrooms are CLEANER than Buc-ee’s!”

“Jonathan is a great ambassador for this company. The products are above and beyond in taste and quality. Personable- recognizes we had become regulars. Pup cups are great!!”

“Great Service ... Fantastic Bakery, Recommendable.”

“Christi’s has the best hamburger in all of Waco, Tx. It’s actually in Bellmeade one of the many suburbs of Waco. We’re always welcomed with a hello and a thank you on the way out.This is the place to come for an old fashion delicious grilled burger. So tasty. No one does it better”

“I love the coffee and music and it clean , respectfully people and kind; One of my favorite places to go, I highly recommend it.”

“After the first bite I just knew this was going to be a fantastic meal. Literally the best chicken I’ve had, fried to absolute perfection all the way around!”

“Wow. It was so good! I have seen Roni's Facebook videos so much and have ALWAYS wanted to try it. I stayed in Albuquerque last night and was perusing through GH and lo and behold...RONI'S showed up! I went relatively basic; Cheddar n Gouda (extra), Brisket, Mushrooms. I almost got breadcrumbs but didn't pull the trigger on that one. They sent regular garlic bread instead of cheesy garlic bread but I couldn't bring myself to complain because it truly was so good, I didn't want to waste my stomach space on bread instead of the mac. The next closest one to us is in Missouri (4 hours away) so it will be a while. But I can not wait to have it again! My sister in law lives in southern Alabama and I have officially informed her of the Auburn location and of my life changing mac experience! 10/10 recommend. PLEASE COME TO CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, ILLINOIS!!!”

“We LOVE Hokkaido! We especially enjoy it when we are under the weather. (Like a lot of us are right now). We find it is warm and satisfying. A couple of observations that may be worth taking note of: 1. Online ordering is hit and miss. The hours on the ordering website (chowbus) aren’t accurate and sometimes the add-ons or subtractions aren’t taken into account. 2. I noticed that some staff members park in the front. This wouldn’t concern me so much if it wasn’t for the handicapped patrons. Maybe I am missing something? Anyhoo, all in all, it is a great atmosphere and the food is absolutely delicious, and frankly, that’s why we go.”

“I had a wonderful cookie from the Silos Baking Co several years ago, so I brought my husband this year when we visited family. It was still great! There was a line out the door, but it moved quickly and the cookie was delightful!”

“Stopped by while traveling through town and enjoyed the BEST cappuccino I've ever had! Seriously wish they were closer to home because I'd definitely be a regular!”

“Great food and great beverages great atmosphere as awhole”

“Great coffee and location
Next to the river the bridges and everything
Tried the oatmeal cookies but it was too larger so didn’t end up finishing”

“1 - Excellent food…fried pickles appetizer gone in 60 seconds; burgers were awesome; tater tots add beyond yummy…and stay crispy enough for next day breakfast ( because they give you a portion that you WILL have another meal) 2 - Speedy, friendly customer service…very attentive staff….we tipped well over the standard 20% because it was so good! 3 - beautiful, lively atmosphere…air coolers for outdoor eating, which we chose despite the heat/humidity Most importantly, I was an out of tower and this was my last meal with local family before flying out the next morning. Dumb a** me left my wallet at the restaurant and didn’t realize until getting ready to leave for the airport at 0830. We stopped by the restaurant to see if it was still in the outdoor eating area…nope. Luckily, ran into the contractor doing some work…he called the owner, the owner confirmed it was in the office safe. After hearing I needed to make the AM flight to DFW for connection to home, he dispatched an employee to go in on a planned closed day to get my wallet. This kindness allowed me to make my flight…what he didn’t know is this act of kindness was critical because I had a new job in-person interview scheduled for the next day. Forever grateful. THAT is customer service. Thank you so much! Tells a lot about the culture and dedication to customers. Keep up the awesome work…I will be back. Promise to keep better accountability of my wallet!”

“Best breakfast burritos in Waco! Received a tamale for Christmas and it was fabulous!”

“I’ve always loved this local sandwich shop. The fresh made and unique bread is to die for! Anytime I’m in the mood for a sandwich, Schmaltz is top of mind. Perfect locations for a business lunch meeting as well”

“I don’t know what’s better the service or the food!!! The portion sizes are amazing and Angel was the only employee working and my goodness I haven’t seen service that amazing in a fully staff restaurant, let alone by himself!!We will be back!”

“Ordered for a group of around 50. Food was phenomenal. Every single family style tray was great!”

“Delicious food! Love the salsa! We will be back soon!”

“GREAT food. I love this place.”

“They are so nice and friendly! Food was delicious! Got the basic bowl - half rice half slaw, all the veggies and chicken bulgogi. It was delicious!! Will probably ask for double chicken next time bc it was so good”

“Best wings hands down!!!!”

“I really like this place. The environment is inviting and peaceful. The owner is friendly and down to earth. The coffee is great!!”

“Delicious food and phenomenal service! I had the carne asada tacos. The meat is delicious and so flavorful. They have so many salsas to choose from. I love how everything is so fresh and made by them. That’s not easy to find. Their service is also worth noting. Everyone working there is so friendly! 10/10 food and service.”

“I love this place! The name is cheesy and i thought it was going to be mediocre at best. After eating here it’s clear to see it’s far from that. I could eat all the dumplings and still want more.”

“Well trained staff … seemed genuinely happy to work there, excited to see us and try their food. So welcoming. Been a long time since I’ve received genuine customer service. We will be back. Also- kids got rolled ice cream and she really got the kids excited for their treat! 💕”

“Great Drinks. Even better People!”

“Awesome vibes with good music and drinks!”

“We stopped by here on our anniversary weekend. The place was awesome. They are a great Christian business! God bless them.”

“it was delicious (per usual). the lady who took my order was not friendly at all until i tipped her.”

“We were in on Christmas Eve. Short handed crew, crowded with customers. Alexis and (Butter)John along with the duty manager took care of us like we were the only people there! The kitchen did an excellent job on the steaks and the vegetables were perfect. Baked potato was as usual, ready to eat with plenty of butter, and hot. Got spoiled by these guys! Happy for sure.”

“Excellent service and the food was great. Our waiter was hunter and he was superb.”

“Delicious cheese burgers with spicy Cajun fries. Old school burger very good!”

“tacos are delicious, carne guisada”

“let me just say i had the best meal in the world at salkgrass the steak melted in my mouth the waiter cannon was the best server he did his job my mom and i go here from time to time and we have to share a steak cannon never looked down on us cuz we were sharing the mood in the room was beautiful the manager is doing his job the waiter cannon was professional beyond and last but not least in this kind of job cooking steaks and things mostly are men but i found out it was a woman that cooked our steak yall need to give that lady a raise no doubt i will be back”

“Drive all the way from Yoakum a couple of times a year for their great Catfish. Never had better.”

“Drove from Keller picked up my Bestie and her mom from Dallas and drove all the way to Waco just to eat these delicious churros and they are the most delicious desserts I have ever had, very well made and the people are very sweet, would definitely recommend and worth the drive.”

“AMAZING!!!!……and beyond! Second visit as great or better than the first! Not only is the Pozole Verde & Tortas delicious the pride taken in his preparation is indescribable.”

“We ate at Waco Waffle today. They had a lot of business but still got everyone in and with their food in an impressively timely manner. We actually had a small medical issue with our son and the owner was so helpful, wise, and kind. The food was really good but the people there are even better. 5 stars all the way. Thank you. (and our granddaughter loved watching the water wheel at the big window)”

“If you haven't tried this street vendor you dont know what youre missing. You absolutely gotta take the time to enjoy anything he sells. Its a game changer. Boss leve”

“Visited Cultura Mia Mexican Cuisine for Mother's Day Brunch, food taste and presentation was very good, they do have the best chilaquiles, we tried the green and chipotle, also tried the pork chop and eggs, huevos rancheros, and chile relleno were also very good. Not fond of having to pay for hot sauce and chips, but the sauce is tasty. Place is clean and service is very good. Got to meet the chef/owner and we complimented him on the wonderful food taste. Will have to go back and try their other dishes for lunch and dinner. Totally recommend visiting this authentic Mexican restaurant, not your regular tex-mex food.”

“I had lunch with daughter and granddaughter. It was my second time eating at your establishment. Everything was wonderful. So pleased with the fresh, delicious food. The waitress was so nice and efficient. I'll be back again, and again!”

“I really like this place. The environment is inviting and peaceful. The owner is friendly and down to earth. The coffee is great!!”

“Omg! Qua was so helpful and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. She made the process for me so much easier. I cannot wait to comeback again to see Qua and to try another one of her suggestions. Hands down best customer service!”

“First time hear in Waco and it was amazing. The food and service were excellent. Will definitely come again!!”

“First time visiting Bitty & Beau’s Coffee, and it truly warmed our hearts. The owner took a moment to share the story behind the shop, and you can feel the love and purpose immediately. The mission to employ adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities is beautiful, and the team is incredibly kind and welcoming. More than coffee it’s community.”

“We drive 2 hours to come here to eat. It never disappoints. We've toured the farm and to know that all of the food is fresh and framed there is amazing. The bold flavors burst through when eating.”

“This place is awesome 😎 highly recommend!”

“Love the freaky Friday cake; but the service sucks! If kids don’t want to work then they don’t need to because all they do is make the experience suck! Went in and got waited on by a tall skinny curly hair kid, I didn’t get his name but he was African American, he has an attitude the whole time, no friendliness at all and all I got was a 4 pack and he had no rush to make my order and I was the only one in there. Kids just gotta do better! I was there on tuesday.”

“They know how to cook the hamburgers. It doesn’t matter if it’s in their truck or restaurant, it will be the best you ever had.”

“We ate at Waco Waffle today. They had a lot of business but still got everyone in and with their food in an impressively timely manner. We actually had a small medical issue with our son and the owner was so helpful, wise, and kind. The food was really good but the people there are even better. 5 stars all the way. Thank you. (and our granddaughter loved watching the water wheel at the big window)”

“Great atmosphere with lots of room. Food so good I didnt finish my beer. Great staff! It's a 4 hour drive for me & I'm making plans to go again soon.”

“Max was our server tonight and he was excellent! It was super busy and sooo loud for some reason, but he was patient, kind, and got everything out perfectly! Austin was also very helpful! Great food and service all around!”

“Great food and even better service. One of our favorite places to visit when we are in town. Thank you!”

“Haven’t had In-N-Out Burger in 10 years and it was just as good as I remember! Yummy!”

“Amazing food and service. Ate here with 3 other coworkers, everything we had was absolutely delicious. drinks were amazing.”

“Omg! Qua was so helpful and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. She made the process for me so much easier. I cannot wait to comeback again to see Qua and to try another one of her suggestions. Hands down best customer service!”

“Came all the way from California to visit friends in Texas. I love me some BBQ so they took us to Papa Jacks. The food was outstanding best BBQ I ever had. The Brisket and pulled pork was the best. Family run and it was like going to a family reunion. They treat you like family.”

“Y’all ASK FOR NATALIE!!!! She is a top tier server! Hands down I love me some hometown food, but amazing serving like that is WHAT WILL KEEP MY FAMILY COMING BACK!!’”

“Super cozy and relaxed Bakery! The staff is incredible and always friendly. Chelsea the morning employee goes above and beyond for her customers and always has a smile! The owners are very respectful and always willing to have a conversation! PLUS THEIR BAKED GOOD ARE TO DIE FOR!! Cannot recommend this place enough! Check it out”

“Honorario is amazing! He took such great care of us and anticipated all our needs before we ever had to ask for more chips, water, etc. We love Jorge’s but Honorario made our recent experience even better!”

“Absolutely love their buffalo and lemon pepper wings. They squeeze real lemon on them, and it makes an amazing difference. Pizza by the slice is quick and easy, but we usually order a whole pizza or open face pizza pillows. The bar area is a great place to watch the game, and it has always been family friendly when we have been there. Parking can get tight, but it's worth it!”

“Fantastic service, food was plentiful and excellent!”

“This was the most flavorful Brazilian steakhouse meal we've ever had!!! Everyone was so kind, and made you feel at home! We were not rushed at all, in fact we were told to take our time and not rush! That alone was amazing!!!”

“Always the best experience”

“First time here and will absolutely be coming back. Food was delicious and it is truly all-you-can-eat with large portions. I'll be dreaming about the steak and the honey chicken. Cesar was our server and he made great suggestions and was very attentive. Huge shoutout to Cesar!”

“Usually grab takeout, but went in today with my boyfriend and everything was AMAZING!! My boyfriend got tenders and I got a cheeseburger. We started with splitting a corndog, and it was sooo good we had to get another to split! So good! Ted was awesome, and the Dr peppers were so crispppppp.”

“Valerie was the most wonderful barista that has ever served at any Starbucks I’ve ever been in. She was very polite, professional and well-spoken. If she isn’t the manager, she should be!!”

“I ordered a birthday cake for my daughter and I am very happy I chose your bakery. The cake was exactly how my daughter wanted. I am a very pleased customer and I especially appreciate your flexibility for honoring my daughter’s flavor. For that, I am extremely grateful and would without any doubt recommend your business to anyone who wants great products with excellent customer service.
Thank you
Amy”

“Such a great place with amazing drinks and snacks! I love stopping here after work to try the latest drinks and they’re always made so good, I’ve never had a disappointing experience here which makes it better than other little coffee places!”

“This is a taco truck. A good one at that. My favorite items have been the steak and fries burrito 🌯, steak tacos, tacos al pastor. The burritos are massive; well worth the price. In my opinion there are only 2 good places in the area to grab good Mexican food and this is one of them. Love the fact you can wait in your vehicle for the food and take it to go if you’re not in the mood for dine in. Little gem of a taco spot for China Spring!”

“I'm a doordaaher and they gave me a pizza bag to keep their pizza warm. I came back later and ordered. Truly the best pizza ive had in years!! The staff is impeccable!! I'm not ordering pizza from anywhere but here from now on!”

“The customer service is amazing and everything taste really good. Portions are reasonably sized. The employees are quick to respond and fast on your order while still making the food amazing.”

“Still not a fan of the traffic around the store, lack of entrance space caused a dangerous issue. Drive thru has a decent system, but any delays and traffic problems multiply”