food

The word “downtown” means the central part of a city, and most of us expect there to be some high-rises, horrible parking fees, and a dense population. Well, keep your expectations in check, because “downtown Waco” is pretty quaint. However, there really are quite a few really great restaurants that have opened recently in downtown…

It’s no secret that Waco is a destination for amazing sweets and bakeries (Silos Baking, Mo’s Cookies, Sweetness Desserts), but what if you’re gluten free and looking for some amazing pastries? I checked out a wildly popular bakery in Waco, Baked Bliss, to see if it lived up to the hype….and it did! Here’s a…

Lunch is the overlooked meal of the day, which makes me sad. Why? Lunch is awesome! It’s the perfect place and time to reset and re-charge in the middle of the day. It’s an opportunity to connect (with a lunch date) or calm your mind (by eating solo), plus there are SO many great lunch…

Waco’s need for upscale restaurants is immense. There are just a couple of spots that currently qualify for what I would call “fine dining restaurants in Waco that are actually worth the money, and I’ll share my honest thoughts on them here. Since Waco is still just barely graduating from a small town and becoming…

Cha Community wasn’t really on my radar in the Waco coffee shop scene until recently, and I’m so glad I finally stopped in. If you’re a big tapioca Boba tea person, you’ve no doubt already been here multiple times. But as someone who doesn’t drink a lot of bubble tea, I ignored this place until…

Waco, Texas might be best known for its charming small-town vibe and Magnolia Market, but lately, its food scene has been stealing the spotlight. From trendy new spots to locally loved gems, Waco’s restaurant landscape is evolving into something much more exciting and diverse. Whether you’re craving classic Texas food, innovative dishes from up-and-coming chefs,…