As an influencer who travels the country trying to find the best bars in the country. I was pleasantly surprised to find a gem in Waco.
The drinks were well made and reasonably priced. Bartenders were super helpful and very kind. Shout out to Ezra for the martinis.
Note: in the few hours we were there nobody was being disruptive until they were. Security staff did a great job shuffling out a drunkard screaming his name loudly (Sam? Seth?) I didn’t catch it.
Great bar!
Nova Artist
It was super fun! I loved all the art and the karaoke was fun. The bartenders were awesome and made delicious drinks. They do have two pool tables and booths to sit in.
TaLora Sanders
The bartender/manager, Ellen, is the WORST. Literally snatched my card from me, and was SO rude. She ruined my experience and my time here.
Ivan Advoshkin
Two Stars – “A Bar I Want to Love… But Can’t”
Truelove is the kind of bar you want to fall in love with. The ambiance is straight-up incredible—dim lighting, cool decor, pool tables, multiple stages, a sprawling patio. It’s got that alternative, artsy vibe that hits all the right notes for people like me. It looks like the kind of place where conversations spark, connections form, and nights stretch into stories.
But here’s the thing: for all the effort they’ve put into making it fun, they’ve kind of overdone it.
Karaoke. Every. Night.
And not just tucked into a corner. It dominates the space. It’s loud enough that you can’t hear yourself think, much less strike up a conversation. I totally get that people love getting their moment on stage, and there’s a place for that—but when it's every night, it stops being an occasional novelty and starts becoming a social barrier. The vibe gets drowned out by off-pitch vocals and relentless volume.
Then there’s the service. I’ve had a couple encounters with bartenders who came off as either apathetic or outright rude. No names, because I’m not trying to smear anyone—but when you combine slow service with an attitude, it sours the whole experience. Especially in a place that’s this close to being amazing.
I’m not saying this is a bad bar. It’s just… a frustrating one. Because it’s my kind of place on paper, but in practice, it’s hard to connect, hard to relax, and harder to enjoy than it should be.
Maybe others feel differently. Maybe that’s just my experience. But I’ve tried more than once, and it keeps falling short.
I’d love to love Truelove... But right now, it’s not loving me back.
Brittany Villiva
Fun bar for a Saturday night. Bar staff was quick, drinks were good. Music was fire! My group loved karaoke in the front and the chill vibes on the patio.
Michael Gasperik
As the designated driver, this bar was my favorite of the night (birthday celebration). We hit 4 bars tonight. Truelove was stop number 3. We spent most of our time there on the back patio. Good tunes!
Kid-friendliness: 21 and over only
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Cody Sergeant
This bar is an absolute joke. They literally cut me off after just 3 drinks, which has never happened to me anywhere else. If you’re looking for a good time, avoid this place at all costs and head to The Warehouse instead.
The staff here is rude and unprofessional, and the so-called security is a joke. If they’re going to put their hands on people, they should at least be taller and bigger. It’s laughable. Despite some people calling this place LGBTQ+ friendly, let me make it clear: THIS IS NOT A GAY BAR.
Looking at other reviews, it’s clear I’m not alone. People have complained about how overpriced the drinks are, how filthy the environment is, and how the staff treats customers poorly. Save yourself the hassle and find literally anywhere else to spend your money.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Martin Sanchez
Not Pup friendly. I nvr had a problem wearing a pup hood all around Texas as I'm a native Texan, ONLY women asked me to remove my hood because of "cameras" to order a drink here. They asked to show my face, no problem with that, but the excuses they came up with were stupid. No legal reason. They wanted to see my face.
1. You know who I am because of the cameras as I entered. 2. I entered legally over 21+, and can show I'm legally able to go in and showed them my hood BEFORE I entered. 3. No problem with the guys. ONLY women had the problem that I had a hood on. WHY SO SALTY? Yall tripping for no reason.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
e garcia (E)
26 years old and ugly disrespectful front doorman denies me because it’s expired 🤣 who even has a valid id these days. takes months-years just ro get a renewal. can bet 1000 dollars his isn’t even up to date.
Penny Heber
Didn't try the food, but the bartenders are great. I love the atmosphere, just make sure you read online that's it's 21 and over.
Recommended dishes: Chicago Dog, Turkey Club, Taco Bell
thereal ezzy
place sucks front doorman denied my grown friend from coming because his id was expired who’s id ISNT expired these days awful customer service
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
peso
this bar is a joke. my 26 ye old friend got denied because his id was expired just like everyone else in this world. doesn’t take days to get a renewal.
Colten Smith
Awesome place to go to and dance and sing your heart away
As an influencer who travels the country trying to find the best bars in the country. I was pleasantly surprised to find a gem in Waco.
The drinks were well made and reasonably priced. Bartenders were super helpful and very kind. Shout out to Ezra for the martinis.
Note: in the few hours we were there nobody was being disruptive until they were. Security staff did a great job shuffling out a drunkard screaming his name loudly (Sam? Seth?) I didn’t catch it.
Great bar!
It was super fun! I loved all the art and the karaoke was fun. The bartenders were awesome and made delicious drinks. They do have two pool tables and booths to sit in.
The bartender/manager, Ellen, is the WORST. Literally snatched my card from me, and was SO rude. She ruined my experience and my time here.
Two Stars – “A Bar I Want to Love… But Can’t”
Truelove is the kind of bar you want to fall in love with. The ambiance is straight-up incredible—dim lighting, cool decor, pool tables, multiple stages, a sprawling patio. It’s got that alternative, artsy vibe that hits all the right notes for people like me. It looks like the kind of place where conversations spark, connections form, and nights stretch into stories.
But here’s the thing: for all the effort they’ve put into making it fun, they’ve kind of overdone it.
Karaoke. Every. Night.
And not just tucked into a corner. It dominates the space. It’s loud enough that you can’t hear yourself think, much less strike up a conversation. I totally get that people love getting their moment on stage, and there’s a place for that—but when it's every night, it stops being an occasional novelty and starts becoming a social barrier. The vibe gets drowned out by off-pitch vocals and relentless volume.
Then there’s the service. I’ve had a couple encounters with bartenders who came off as either apathetic or outright rude. No names, because I’m not trying to smear anyone—but when you combine slow service with an attitude, it sours the whole experience. Especially in a place that’s this close to being amazing.
I’m not saying this is a bad bar. It’s just… a frustrating one. Because it’s my kind of place on paper, but in practice, it’s hard to connect, hard to relax, and harder to enjoy than it should be.
Maybe others feel differently. Maybe that’s just my experience. But I’ve tried more than once, and it keeps falling short.
I’d love to love Truelove... But right now, it’s not loving me back.
Fun bar for a Saturday night. Bar staff was quick, drinks were good. Music was fire! My group loved karaoke in the front and the chill vibes on the patio.
As the designated driver, this bar was my favorite of the night (birthday celebration). We hit 4 bars tonight. Truelove was stop number 3. We spent most of our time there on the back patio. Good tunes!
Kid-friendliness: 21 and over only
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
This bar is an absolute joke. They literally cut me off after just 3 drinks, which has never happened to me anywhere else. If you’re looking for a good time, avoid this place at all costs and head to The Warehouse instead.
The staff here is rude and unprofessional, and the so-called security is a joke. If they’re going to put their hands on people, they should at least be taller and bigger. It’s laughable. Despite some people calling this place LGBTQ+ friendly, let me make it clear: THIS IS NOT A GAY BAR.
Looking at other reviews, it’s clear I’m not alone. People have complained about how overpriced the drinks are, how filthy the environment is, and how the staff treats customers poorly. Save yourself the hassle and find literally anywhere else to spend your money.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Not Pup friendly.
I nvr had a problem wearing a pup hood all around Texas as I'm a native Texan, ONLY women asked me to remove my hood because of "cameras" to order a drink here.
They asked to show my face, no problem with that, but the excuses they came up with were stupid. No legal reason. They wanted to see my face.
1. You know who I am because of the cameras as I entered.
2. I entered legally over 21+, and can show I'm legally able to go in and showed them my hood BEFORE I entered.
3. No problem with the guys. ONLY women had the problem that I had a hood on.
WHY SO SALTY? Yall tripping for no reason.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
26 years old and ugly disrespectful front doorman denies me because it’s expired 🤣 who even has a valid id these days. takes months-years just ro get a renewal. can bet 1000 dollars his isn’t even up to date.
Didn't try the food, but the bartenders are great. I love the atmosphere, just make sure you read online that's it's 21 and over.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Dietary restrictions: None
Kid-friendliness: None
Wheelchair accessibility: N9ne
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Chicago Dog, Turkey Club, Taco Bell
place sucks
front doorman denied my grown friend from coming because his id was expired
who’s id ISNT expired these days
awful customer service
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
this bar is a joke. my 26 ye old friend got denied because his id was expired just like everyone else in this world. doesn’t take days to get a renewal.
Awesome place to go to and dance and sing your heart away
Favorite spot in Waco ! ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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