Restaurants in Waco

“Great food. Wish they were family friendly and had a changing table in the bathrooms.”

“Good place to go and eat.”

“What an awesome place to stop for a meal while in Waco! The food, service and atmosphere is absolutely amazing! I had the Texas Philly Cheese steak sandwich (added bacon)and my wife had the Texas Chicken Cheese steak sandwich and both had Sweet-potato fries (which were wonderful).”

“Overall best experience I've had in Texas so far. Atmosphere was amazing along with live music and amazing tapas. The white wine tasting was perfect and a great experience of different Spanish and Portuguese wines. 10/10 would come back and will be back! Thank you to Courtney (the owner) for her expertise and the love she poured into the menu.Dietary restrictions: They were able to accommodate well to a gluten free allergy.”

“I live just outside of Waco and Cafe Homestead is hands down the best restaurant in the Waco area in my opinion! High quality food made from recipes that all taste like something, your grandma would make for a special occasion. Excellent, friendly service as well. If you were in the Waco area, you do not want to miss an opportunity to try it.”

“This hole in the wall, has amazingly food, and fabulous service. I believe the same family has owed and ran it for over 100 year. Small yes…I think a few booths and the counter with bar stools to eat at. Don’t be in Waco, near vtecks and not give it a try. They close early 3:30 on Saturday!”

“These cookies are beyond description, but I’ll try. They are perfectly crispy on the outside with amazing half-baked chewiness inside. The flavors are really out there. I find myself waiting for Sunday nights just to see the new menu for the week. I’m a little afraid to think about how many Crumbl calories I’ve consumed, but every calorie is well worth the extra exercise!”

“Amir is awesome and the food is great!”

“Absolutely phenomenal. I got the katsu fried chicken with curry sauce and it was quite a large portion, super fresh, and so yummy. Mac salad was delicious and the spam musubi was my favorite. I only have Hawaiian Bros to compare to and L & L is definitely superior. 10/10”

“We were there tonight and again they aim to please we had a great waiter anc the best food”

“My favorite drink was definitely the mango tango so good, and the egg rolls where amazing!!!Kid-friendliness: Poppa bear was a very welcoming atmosphere and the drinks and food where amazing 5 stars!!!”

“Perfection. Excellent menu”

“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.”

“The food was AmAzInG and the staff was friendly and helpful. Not to mention, the building is beautiful. The water wheel is such a cool feature. Waffles with strawberries, frozen lemon yogurt and matcha drizzle were 5 stars! Thanks guys! ?”

“Not exaggerating when I say this is the best coffee shop we have ever been to. Drinks taste incredible and the place has a great atmosphere. Friendly service as well”

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

“Called in an order yesterday for lunch/dinner & the young lady who took my order was so amazing with guest services. As we took the order she got tickled and stated I like you ? as we finished the order we laughted and hung up. Now once we went in to grab the food to go she greeted with a big smile and told us we made her day. ❤️ This does not include how wonderful the food was. I mean wow WOW WOW!!! Thank You for an amazing experience & great cooks and wonder staff.”

“Thank you for such home felt hospitality while eating from the food , scenery, and wine recommendations. We definitely will become regular when passing thru .”

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

“Chef Mike and staff do such a great job! Plenty of delicious menu options, friendly staff, and cozy atmosphere. Love the difference this little cafe makes in our Waco community…enjoying a meal here is an easy way to be a small part of something truly life changing. Always some great finds shopping at the Fair Trade Market too(same building)!”

“Everything was perfect. Jordan was incredible. He made us feel as though we were top priority. His recommendations were spot on. The calamari was cooked perfectly. The salads were fresh and delicious. The portions and the pace at which the food arrived were perfect. The steak was the most decadent juicy flavorful medium rare. The scallop was the most perfect scallop I've ever eaten. The sautéed veggies were crisp and flavorful. But that bread pudding almost made me cry. it's the best I've ever had. From the moment we walked in until the moment we walked out, the experience was truly incredible. The next time we're in Waco, we will definitely be back, but we will have to call ahead and make sure that Jordan is working so we can have the same elite service that we experienced today.”

“Cathay House special pho is the most authentic bowl of pho I’ve found in Waco. No where else around seems to have tripe. The broth here is clean, traditional and tasty.”

“A hidden gem in Waco. The rooms are spacious, modern, and comfortable. No matter if it’s breakfast or dinner, you’re going to find something thats perfect every time. Spend some time at the bar and you’ll understand why 5 stars isn’t enough. There’s a vibe you won’t find anywhere else. If you’re lucky, when you’re at the bar the service will come from Yesenia or Alex. They’ll make you feel like it’s your neighborhood bar. It’s a good place with good people who serve great drinks! Trust me, you’ll come back!!”

“(Translated by Google) The tacos are super tasty, highly recommended, and we're only passing through(Original)Super sabrosos los tacos, muy recomendado, y solo vamos de paso”

“I love everything about this place! So glad I found it while on my visit. I love the music they play, it’s instrumental. It’s relaxing, it gets you in the chill mood, it’s perfect when you are reading/working but you can also just sing along in your head.I ordered an Iced Matcha with Vanilla syrup and you can taste the quality of the matcha. It was so so good! They also have some adult drink — aka alcoholic drinks! So you can work/study while sipping on your relaxing wine, or purely just have your glass of wine in a chill moment not always having loud music.Staff was nice and friendly, plenty of seating, parking were ample, across Hotel 1928. The bathroom was clean! I’m so glad I went to this place, this would be my go-to spot when I visit Waco again.”

“Delicious coffee and charming atmosphere. There are many different places to sit and relax inside and outside. The server created flavors of lattes were amazing!”

“Me and my daughter and her boyfriend went to the one in Hewitt Texas we have a reservations they said it would be 30 minutes 1 hour later they finally got us to a table the food was good my daughter was given water but later her glass was empty it took 45 minutes later they asked if she needed more. It was very loud in the room they placed us in. Not sure when we will be coming back but it may be a while.”

“A phenomenal experience last evening at Marie’s! The team members provided excellent guest service and helped us navigate wine tastings based on our preferences! Loved trying their mocking mule mocktail! So delish too! I tried some of the charcuterie board of a friend and it was yummy too! I love the new upscale atmosphere of the environment and the variety of pick-your-own wines they have.”

“Everything is wonderful and the menu was so unique it was hard to choose”

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

“Store is great but it has a weird employee. Last time I was there he asked me why I always come there. Before that he was making weird jokes. I noticed he does this to a lot of other customers. I wonder how many other people feel the same about this guy. Totally thinking about not going back until that weird guy is gone.”

“4/7/24 it had to be 1:30am .. i an my niece her husband an her husband is from California and her sister ,I and her are from here waco we entered in an it was a blessed Godly conversation we all had with a couple of biker guys about our lives while we waited on our hot fresh totally good food that came out in about 7 min tops i always come to this location because i don't wait long an they always have my food right and fresh i give them?? 5 ? ? ? ? ? 's and to all the workers N the team leader there you guys were awesome very kind an great hospitality..thanks i will always be back??”

“Just had breakfast here. Service was prompt and very friendly. Food was excellent. Nice to have a good IHop experience. Other IHOP in this area are not great. We will definitely return to this location.”

“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!”

“This was a typical great stop at whataburger. Food was excellent. And this might have been the fastest service ever at a whataburger. Usually they take a little longer but I'm okay with that because the food is so good. This time it was fast and good.”

“I love South Waco Jack in the box... All the employees is very fast and good workers. They all spoke to me with well mannered attitudes when I came in. I enjoyed y'all guys because I was really having a bad day. And your whole shift made my day. I came in early morning around 9 am . And I can say this group of workers is the best. Thank y'all!!”

“Did a mobile order for breakfast this morning and ordered the Jumbo Breakfast Platter with Bacon & Sausage. Everything was cooked perfectly! I like the fact they use real eggs for their scrambled eggs (Unlike the "Golden Arches" place) and you can even request shredded cheddar cheese on your eggs! The lady working the drive-thru was super friendly and I was served promptly.”

“I just want to say that this young man by the name Drey was awesome and was going above and beyond take care everyone coming in the door and if mistakes were made on the orders he would apologize and get it too Ken care of asap he was amazing Thank you so much for your hard work and great vibes !! I was picking up a door dash”

“Good service good food. Poor service and attitude of manager was unacceptable.Still really slow, from time order placed till food in our hands 26 minutes, and in a drive thru line.Finally went back tonight, service much better.”

“As one of the few true chai enjoyers and connoisseurs, I rate this chai one of the best in Waco that I have tried so far. It's a little milky and the flavor is a bit distant, but it beats any Starbucks around. The staff were kind and the ambiance gives the industrial yet barn life vibe that downtown Waco brings.”

“Saturday 7/2/2022 we went there today for lunch omg it was so good. We will be going back for sure! Really nice people made us feel welcome.”

“everything the other reviews said plus one of the best margaritas I've had in waco.”

“The best !!! Great food and great service!!!”

“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.”

“The food was absolutely amazing. I enjoyed the entire experience from the beginning to the end.”

“10/10 Had the Double R-R and my GF had the Double Double. Both were exceptional. For sides we had the texas toothpicks, fries, and onion rings. All super solid. Cashier was very friendly explaining us all the menu as we were new customers.”

“LOVE the freshness of every dish! I went to this location in Waco and to my surprise it was beautiful. The other location was in Georgetown (nice location as well). However, it’s never a good feeling when dining in the restaurant. I went 2x in the same day just to see the difference between the day and night staff. Both times I sat at the bar, and the service was good. As I approached the door to enter a man a woman walked right in front of me and the man let the door close in my face! I’m so sick of people being rude, it makes me not want to spend my money in the establishment. Although they can’t control others behaviors, it just sucks!”

“delicious ice cream flavors in a waffle cone that was so thin! Fun experience!”

“Came in last night , and once again everything we had was amazing . Truly the only place in Waco we have ever had great service and great food every time we come in .”

“Great burgers great service. Love the old fashioned burger taste from fresh ground meat not frozen pattys. One of the few places I get a burger from.”

“I love a good hamburger, and this place did not let me down. I ordered the texan, and I'll have to rate it in the top 10 best burgers I've ever stuffed in my face. The cheese curds and sweet potato fries are also a must.”

“Highly recommend the chocolate chip cookies and the chocolate ganache cake!”

“Excellent coffee house in neighborhood south of downtown. The coffee is carefully crafted and superb. Loved the retro LP based music! Lots of great indoor and outdoor seating; easy street and lot parking.”

“Parking: It's an old Sonic, so you drive into a stall, then use the QR code with your phone to order. Took about ten minutes, and they brought our food out.”

“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!”

“I literally just got out of Providence Hospital yesterday about 3:00 p.m. hungry. I told my wife, let's stop at Kim's. She had to hold my arm and steady me from the effects of anesthetic for surgery. I had to get my Kim's food.The waitress was very nice and attentive. The chef's salad was great.”

“We're from Germany and spend our vaccation in the US. Our motel is next to la Fiesta. We went there for dinner and it was perfect! Tavia and the kitchencrew behind her made a super job. It was so delicious! Next time in Waco we'll definetely come back.”

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

“The burgers and fries are excellent!! Employees are very friendly.”

“Very rustic coffee shop with lots of nooks and crannies for sitting and hanging out. The atmosphere is very inviting and fun. The service was nice and the coffee was good. A worth while stop for those passing through and excellent choice for those looking for a place to chill.”

“The food is always delicious with plenty of flavor choices! My favorite is The Chick (a scoop or sandwich with a side or second scoop). This way, I can mix it up every time I go!The service is spot on with friendly staff that’s available, but doesn’t hover.The atmosphere is consistently tidy and clean.”

“We are a BBQ loving couple and we were very happy with the brisket being very moist and hit great with our potato. All the food was great in temperature, and delicious. Tables were clean, service was A+, and plenty of parking.”

“Excellent! Neat, clean, clean restrooms, fantastic friendly service! I had 3-fish tacos. Very fresh Pico de gallo toping with creamy Chipotle sauce, served with fresh lime! A completely pleasurable experience!”

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

“Had the Raspberry Cheesecake Vortex last time and it was delicious! I love the old school feel of walking up to the window to order! Employees are always smiling and friendly!”

“Great hospitality, great atmosphere, and great sandwiches.”

“Good food & nice service :-)”

“I get Dickey every chance I get! It’s always amazing service and delicious food!!! I especially love that sweet barbecue sauce!!! I can just drink it with a straw!!! Lisa and Jonah are always bright faces that are so helpful and informative of their menu!!! It’s always because of their amazing attitudes that I keep coming back!!! 10/10 highly recommend!!!”

“The queso is the bomb! Good eats for sure!!”

“I LOVED this food, it was my first time here and everything was fresh including the mango drink! I highly recommend it, I’ve never tried anything like this anywhere else!”

“Better than any Star-Yucks I've ever had. This franchise is doing a great job. The flavor of coffee is wonderful! The service was perfect! And the strength of the coffee is what you would expect! Not just a name and some flavor! I now call the other coffee houses an "alternative" compared to Black Rifle. And I believe proceeds benefit local emergency rescue! DOES IT GET ANY BETTER??!!!!Thank you Black Rifle Coffee Company!!!!”

“Self serve put glove on and pick out what you want. It's cash only! No cards! Wish they would put prices . But the sweet breads and cookies etc. Are worth every penny. Best pan dulce in waco”

“amazing fresh food everytime”

“Cajun Craft is a small, cozy atmosphere but very cute/cool vibe! The food was great and the staff/even the cook checked on us a few times to make sure things were perfect. We visited from Wisconsin and loved everything! Thanks!”

“Amazing atmosphere and clean. We like Roni's Mac Bar and Whizzbangs, but don't let that stop you from trying the other delicious eateries.”

“While traveling through the area, we found ourselves at Dave’s Burger Barn. We love to eat at local restaurants instead of the chain places. When we walked it, I was impressed with how clean it was. We went around 5 pm so there was only one other family there. I was surprised and discouraged that we weren’t greeted by staff when we walked in. Our burgers were excellent but the lack of friendliness of the staff will run a small business into the ground.”

“My wife got a omelette, it was huge, I got the biscuits & gravy that came with 2 over easy eggs on top in a cast iron skillet. Very good.”

“Love the food, and the service was great!”

“Stopped by grove union for the first time today and had Kings chicken wings and let me tell you, they are so good. The garlic parm is out of this world, my husband got the Louisiana medium and really enjoyed them. That is going to be our go to wing place. So much better than pluckers and wing stop.”

“Seriously the best sandwich’s!!! I love that I can walk from my salon to grab one on my lunch ☺️”

“First time eating here. It was amazing! Of course, I had to try the oriental fries everyone raves about. No words. I could eat them everyday for the rest of my life! I can only imagine what their own native dishes taste like. I'm willing to devote my time to try every single thing on their menu! Even their American dishes are fantastic. Highly recommend! You won't regret it!”

“Great code and very nice environment for gathering and meeting people”

“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!”

“Stopped in and had 3 tacos, corn in a cup, and a bottled Coke. All the tacos were great (asada, carnitas, chicharron) and corn was not watery or dry. Area was clean and lighting was great as the sun had already set. I ordered and was given a buzzer that went off when my order was ready. Will definitely visit again when I'm in the area.”

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

“I have been eating at this establishment for 20 years and they always welcome me when I go there. I feel like I am at home. Best food on the planet, by far”

“This is amasing its 5 star gto there”

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

“OMG, the best tortillas in town. The fried pork belly, out of this world delicious.”

“The best !!! Great food and great service!!!”

“Just ate there and their tacos were delicious. Would highly recommend.”

“This location has the freshest food. Staff is always friendly and courteous. They happily fill special orders too! The grilled chicken power bowl ordered without beans and rice is so delicious and Keto friendly. Thanks Taco Bell!”

“First time to eat here and what a wonderful experience! Owned by an Italian family and food is very authentic. The waitress was wonderful and very attentive and the food delicious! The bread was wonderful, not bread sticks, but baked to perfection brushed with garlic oil and parmesan sprinkled on top. I had the salad with chicken and the portions were plentiful, the salad fresh and crispy and the chicken was seasoned. So tasty and so very happy to find this great restaurant. Highly recommend.”

“Thank you for coming to China Spring with the great food.”

“Todo muy rico! Las pupusas están deliciosas y sus aguas frescas.”

“Amir is awesome and the food is great!”

“I loved the flavor!!! Will come back!”

“Excellent food, good people, fun environment”

“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!”

“Great food. Wish they were family friendly and had a changing table in the bathrooms.”

“I live just outside of Waco and Cafe Homestead is hands down the best restaurant in the Waco area in my opinion! High quality food made from recipes that all taste like something, your grandma would make for a special occasion. Excellent, friendly service as well. If you were in the Waco area, you do not want to miss an opportunity to try it.”

“Came to Torchy’s for a night out with the Mrs. Our bartender, Maya, was incredibly helpful and recommended some of her favorite drinks, which we absolutely loved. Overall, a great experience. We will certainly be back!”

“Cajun Craft is a small, cozy atmosphere but very cute/cool vibe! The food was great and the staff/even the cook checked on us a few times to make sure things were perfect. We visited from Wisconsin and loved everything! Thanks!”

“While traveling through the area, we found ourselves at Dave’s Burger Barn. We love to eat at local restaurants instead of the chain places. When we walked it, I was impressed with how clean it was. We went around 5 pm so there was only one other family there. I was surprised and discouraged that we weren’t greeted by staff when we walked in. Our burgers were excellent but the lack of friendliness of the staff will run a small business into the ground.”

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

“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.”

“As one of the few true chai enjoyers and connoisseurs, I rate this chai one of the best in Waco that I have tried so far. It's a little milky and the flavor is a bit distant, but it beats any Starbucks around. The staff were kind and the ambiance gives the industrial yet barn life vibe that downtown Waco brings.”

“Called in an order yesterday for lunch/dinner & the young lady who took my order was so amazing with guest services. As we took the order she got tickled and stated I like you ? as we finished the order we laughted and hung up. Now once we went in to grab the food to go she greeted with a big smile and told us we made her day. ❤️ This does not include how wonderful the food was. I mean wow WOW WOW!!! Thank You for an amazing experience & great cooks and wonder staff.”

“The queso is the bomb! Good eats for sure!!”

“Arrived at 11am on a Saturday with no line to order and about a 5 minute wait to receive my items. It was a little surprising you can’t see the bakery items in the case well or even pictures of what you are ordering. But everything I got was great. The Silo Cookie was big and flavorful and crispy in the best way. The croissant, the Prize Pig biscuit and the Spring Box of 6 cupcakes were all lovely.”

“These cookies are beyond description, but I’ll try. They are perfectly crispy on the outside with amazing half-baked chewiness inside. The flavors are really out there. I find myself waiting for Sunday nights just to see the new menu for the week. I’m a little afraid to think about how many Crumbl calories I’ve consumed, but every calorie is well worth the extra exercise!”

“Saturday 7/2/2022 we went there today for lunch omg it was so good. We will be going back for sure! Really nice people made us feel welcome.”

“Best Mexican Food in Town!”

“Absolutely phenomenal. I got the katsu fried chicken with curry sauce and it was quite a large portion, super fresh, and so yummy. Mac salad was delicious and the spam musubi was my favorite. I only have Hawaiian Bros to compare to and L & L is definitely superior. 10/10”

“Best tacos I’ve ever had in Waco area, whatever you decide to eat there is full of flavor, delicious. The quesabirrias are a must , and the service from the guys on point. Highly recommend”

“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!”