Recommended 12 Dinner Spots Near Waco, Texas

Emily Kearns Absolutely amazing! We are visiting Waco from Lexington,NC and wanted to go to an Italian restaurant for our wedding anniversary. From not knowing much and just reading the menu we were excited! Little did we know the experience there was going to be amazing! The staff is so quick and helpful! The food was outstanding! My husband had the tenderloin and he said it was the most tender one he has ever had! I had the Gnocchi Sorletina and added shrimp completely amazing! Several times during and when we left Massimo came by and checked on us and thanked us for coming! If this place wasn’t 18 hrs away for us we would be regulars!

Kelly Mcdaniels The food and drinks were excellent! Try the margaritas on the rocks and the Bloody Marys! The pork chops, the charro beans, and the refried beans were delicious!! Our server was fantastic! I also posted a $5.99 all you can eat pancake special! Check it out! A definitely revisit!!! Not crowded at all when we went!

GiGi’s List While in Waco, I visited Magnolia table for breakfast. Sidenote here. We made a reservation ahead of time and thank goodness that we did because there was quite the line of people waiting. When we came in people looked at us like good luck, we went up to the hostess, gave them our name and were immediately seated. The waitress came right over, provided us with water and then took our coffee order. While we perused the menu. We placed our order and the food was brought out quick and it was hot. I believe I ordered the farmers breakfast and my daughter ordered pancakes with bacon. The pancakes were huge. The portions were large, definitely more than we could eat. My daughter did point out that it was so quiet in the restaurant, even though it was full. She noticed that there was no music. When the weight staff would come to clean off a table, they were very quiet about it, and there was no clanging of dishes, which was very nice. When we finished we paid our bill and then went to check out their little store on the other side of the restaurant. I would go back.

Mark Owen This is my first time in a Hawaiian Bros. I walked in and was discovering everything for the first time. Ian recognized immediately that I was lost. He introduced himself, showed me how the process works. He is very knowledgeable on every item and helped me order. Customer service is lacking in a lot of business the last decade or so, but Ian gave me new hope ol’ fashion customer service with eye contact, a shake of a hand with step by step help still exists. Thank You Ian for the red carpet experience.

GO KR If youre able foodie and looking for the dining heart of Waco,TX then look no further than Georges. The staff was beyond welcoming and made you feel like this was the only place you wanted to be. With a slightly over modest crowd we were promptly seated and our orders were taken in less than 3 minutes. No more than 10 minutes went by and our food was served hot and ready. The drinks are sailor approved, the food was impeccable and the environment screams welcome to Waco. 10/10 I would recommend this place to the father, son and the holy ghost if they were looking to the total package. Kudos to everyone involved in making this a worthy experience.

Carina Jahn I ate here some time back while on a road trip with a friend. I had the Lots-of-Shroom burger, but I substituted Swiss cheese for cheddar. The burger was well made and tasty. Id definitely consider coming back if in the area.

CsillaP Had a delicious late lunch early dinner at the Brazos Landing. We’ve eaten here a long time ago… since then they’ve really amped up a notch and it’s a really lovely place. Food is delicious…. I had the grouper piccata and my husband had the pan seared salmon… Bang bang, shrimp and peach cobbler were amazing as well. We’re passing through so we didn’t have any alcoholic beverages but everything we saw them bring by looked yummy….

Momshie Khay & Neve Shddn Really good first time experience. Our appetizer we forgot to picture as we right away dig in as it is yummy!

Greg Obar Terry Black’s in Waco absolutely lives up to the hype. We ordered pretty much the full lineup — brisket, pork ribs, beef ribs, sausage, and one of each side — and everything was packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. The service made the experience even better; we were welcomed right at the door and guided through the ordering process like VIPs. The atmosphere leans touristy but in an upscale, polished way — a great mix of BBQ joint meets destination spot. Pricing felt fair for the quality, but a friendly warning: it’s very easy to over-order when everything looks that good (ask me how I know). Parking fills up quickly, so go early if you can. Plenty of seating inside or in the covered outdoor area. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommended for BBQ lovers, travelers, families, or anyone who appreciates smoked meat done right.

Kevin Wang Cheddars offers large-portion homestyle cooking for value and great service Their appetizer honey butter croissant is delectable! I’ve always enjoyed their Alfredo Pasta although the Salmon was a bit dry. Their succulent ribs and hand-breaded chicken plate deal is great value and very tasty. The pecan salad was solid although t I would’ve liked seeing more variety in the vegetables provided. Our server Jasmine was great! The overall interior is well-kept and airy.

Casey Watkins Good Food, Good Vibes, and Texas Comfort on a Plate ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ George’s Bar & Grill knows how to do comfort food right. We stopped in for a laid-back dinner, and it turned out to be one of those meals where you leave full, happy, and already planning your next visit. I had the catfish basket, and let me tell you—it was fried to perfection. Crispy golden crust on the outside, tender and flaky catfish on the inside. No grease, just straight-up flavor. Paired it with garlic mashed potatoes, which were creamy, rich, and had just enough bite to let that garlic shine through. It hit the spot. My wife went with the steak finger basket and a side of mac and cheese, and she was all smiles. The steak fingers were hearty, well-seasoned, and had that satisfying crunch you want from Southern-style comfort food. And the mac and cheese? Creamy, cheesy, and made like someone’s grandma was back there stirring the pot. The atmosphere was just as good as the food—casual, friendly, and buzzing with that local charm that makes you feel right at home. Service was quick and on point, and the prices were more than fair for the portions we got. George’s is one of those places that doesn’t need to be flashy—it wins you over with flavor, comfort, and consistency. If you’re in the mood for Southern favorites served with a smile, this place is a must-visit.

Doug Shaw We stopped here on a whim while visiting the area. The food was incredible and the service was great! Probably one of the better steaks that I have had. We really enjoyed our time here!