39 Best Bars in Waco

“Great fun atmosphere with great people!! A great outside band venue on a Monday night which is at a perfect time to still successfully bring lots of people out even at the beginning of the week. Fantastic!!“

“Awesome vibes with good music and drinks!“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Great live music in an intimate & energetic environment. Good drinks and a variety of food.“

“Nice place, not for everyone. I’ve been here twice. Had good service both times. Good drinks. But the place isn’t for everyone. If you are a young, hip, millennial this is your place. Gen-X it’s okay, limited cocktails due to their serving only their specialty drinks. No food. If you wear a pop knot or a man bun you will fit in perfectly.“

“Great, best views in Waco💚🌹😎“

“Awesome little Big,Bar! Friendly, kind, courteous folks, Always fun atmosphere. Stop by have your favorite cocktail, are Beer, they will hook you up.

Parking: Lots of parking. Gravel lot to side, beyond that there's a grassy meadow.“

“it's so huge inside got meny big tv's,free popcorn even 2 pool tables too“

“this bar is one of the oldest bars here in waco and with alsome people great prices and good music a nice dance floor it all comes together come out and see for yourself u might just make it your second home yall“

“Not your typical dive bar... very well lit and a very welcoming staff. Too close to home, feels like I never left. Great drinks, free pool and WiFi come by and get lost in this dive bar💚🐻💚🐻“

“chill place to be and drink“

“Perfect little place to go if you want to be surrounded by people who enjoy music and hanging out with friends. Cute ambiance inside with
the sweetest bartender you could ask for who also owns the place. Cold beer, music, a pool table, darts, and a couple of game machines! If you wanna go to a place where everybody knows your name. CHEERS....Breaktime is your place!“

“nice place for drinks end dance“

“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!“

“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!“

“Man it’s a great spot, the ac was out but they had the fans going and felt perfect with that! Their back patio is awesome also!!! Service is quick great 💪🏾 plenty of TVs for games and all!
Definitely going back again! And recommend it!“

“Great hang out spot you just have come and feel the vibe for yourself too see come on down“

“George’s was hands down one of the best meals on our trip so far!!! Our server, Coco, was absolutely amazing from start to finish. She took the time to help us decide what to order, and every recommendation was spot on. We started with the Bear Bites. They are practically a meal all by themselves! Then Coco suggested the blackened shrimp tacos for Chad, and he was completely blown away by how good they were. I ordered the steak fingers, and they were perfect. Super tender on the inside with an incredibly crunchy coating on the outside. Exactly how steak fingers should be! We both got the onion rings, and geez, they were HUGE! The Texas portions were so big that we ended up taking a ton of food back to the hotel. Great food, great atmosphere, and outstanding service. Coco truly made our experience memorable. Thanks again, Coco! If you ever make it through North Carolina again, give us a wave! 👋“

“Bad to the bone! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍“

“Absolutely the best small town bar! Friendly staff and great atmosphere!“

“It was very nice, elegant, food was wonderful. Only thing I could say not so good was that there was only one soup when we came and was hoping for another choice than the one soup that was on the bar. But other than that everything else was amazing.“

“Stopped in for a cocktail today! Great drinks and the bartender was a doll“

“Tiene buen ambiente, buena música me encanta ir los sábados 😍 tiene muy buena seguridad ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Amazing menu, romantic setting, fantastic service. 10/10 recommend!“

“My family and I stayed at the Pivovar for my daughter’s wedding in March 2025. The restaurant was fantastic and the rooms classically authentic. It is a beautiful hotel and is central to everything downtown Waco has to offer! Will definitely be back to try the beer spa! 🍻“

“Best Mexican restaurants in Waco I go there everyday for my coffee..“

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

“Discovering Austin's On The Avenue in Waco was amazing in the middle of the city! Unlike Scruffy Murphy, Austin's has a vibe that perfectly suits the Baylor community. The energy is vibrant, the music is amazing, and it's the ultimate spot for a night of dancing and fun. The drink prices won't break the bank! You get quality and a great experience without spending a fortune. What makes Austin's On The Avenue truly special is their commitment to not just being a nightlife spot, but a place where Waco's diverse culture shines. This is the place for someone who loves good music, great company, and the joy of dance. Austin's has created an inviting atmosphere. Every visit is a memorable experience. Whether you're a Baylor student, an alum, or just passing through Waco, Austin's On The Avenue is THE place to go for an unforgettable night out!“

“Food was amazing. Would go back in a heartbeat“

“$2 beer on Thursday any beer“

“No BBQ, out of half the menu and $12 for a frozen, overcooked, hamburger patty on a bun with no condiments.“

“this is the best food I've ever had. the cury was wonderful I've never had something so flavorful!! everything from the appetizers to the main course fantastic!!“

“great food .. larger than life portions..“

“While we did not stay in the hotel specifically, we did dine in the restaurant for a work dinner. While being accommodated for miscommunication, the staff was great. We had great services. We were also told that we could enjoy other parts of the hotel such as the library and bar on the second floor! Even when dealing with rude ignorant guest, they were very sweet and diligent with handling the scenario. To the hostess, you were a great help, and I apologize again for the disrespect those guest treated you with. I sadly cannot say much about the stay, but the front desk, and the restaurant workers were very hard working and I enjoyed the time we had there.“

“Ate here for the first time tonight and live a mile away but never tried it . The service was outstanding our waiter Lorenzo was attentive and personable and never left a drink half empty and had great recommendations on food. We had the fajitas with chicken, steak, bacon wrapped shrimp, bbq ribs. As well as queso con carne and an order of carnitas . Don’t sleep on getting the carnitas . Dang. The Gm is super friendly as well and I let him know we were very impressed with the service as well as quality of food . If you are in the Waco area come check this place out you won’t leave disappointed.“

“Want the 90s? Want the it's? Want Great A/C in Texas heat? Look no further than Truelove. Great atmosphere you'd only expect from a dive bar that hasn't fallen apart. Disco balls, neon lights, karaoke and Great music with Mystery Science 3k playing on a t.v. at all times.“

“My husband and I often go to Chili’s here in Waco Texas located off of valley mills drive later in the evening when the rush is over. We always get the three for me deal. Just pick a beverage, starter and your main dish. You can’t beat the price at $10.99. I have to say the burgers here are so delicious. It comes with fries. If you have the app you are in for a treat every time with all you can eat salsa and chips. We ordered the regular southwestern queso dip. It’s so good! It’s one restaurant that still is open late, until 12:00.“