food
Opal’s Oysters Is The New Restaurant From Terry Black’s BBQ (And It’s Awesome)
I’ve shared many times the desperate need that Waco has for more fine dining restaurants, especially in the downtown area. There are a handful of good ones, but for a city that is experiencing this much growth and tourism, there’s definitely a need for more really cool, upscale restaurants that make a statement. Luckily, Opal’s…
Read MoreThe Best Bakeries In Waco, TX
When someone asks about the best bakeries in Waco, I assume they’re wanting baked goods like bread, burger buns, and whole cakes (rather than cupcakes and cookies.) Yes, there are lots of great places to get desserts in Waco, and I’ll include a few of them here that have pretty robust baking programs. But for…
Read MoreMy Favorite Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Waco
When it comes time to dine out with kids in Waco, your options extend far beyond the normal fast food chain spots on the side of I-35. I promise. There are actually a handful of REALLY good kid-friendly restaurants in Waco! My goal is to quickly show you a few of the best options for…
Read MoreWhere To Eat Weekday Breakfast In Waco
Weekend brunch is of course amazing, but sometimes you want a stack of blueberry pancakes or a plate of migas on a Wednesday morning, you know? Here are some of the very best spots to get weekday breakfast in Waco, Texas. Psst: if you’re looking for a big Saturday or Sunday morning late brunch, here’s…
Read MoreHealthy Eats In Waco: Revival Eastside Eatery
It’s a little bit difficult to find healthy places to eat in Waco. There are lots of burger chains and pizza spots and breweries, but not so many salads and healthy bowls. That’s why I was so pleasantly surprised to stumble upon this awesome little spot in the Elm District of downtown Waco! Revival Eastside…
Read MoreIs The Line At Chip and Jo’s Magnolia Diner Worth It?
Oh, Magnolia Table…whether you’ve been there and love it or you’ve just lusted after it from afar, it’s pretty rare to find people who don’t know about what is quite possibly the most popular restaurant in Waco. Chip and Joanna Gaines, of Fixer Upper fame, opened Magnolia Diner in 2018, and Waco has basically gone…
Read MoreHeritage Coffee: A Coffee Shop In A Chocolate Factory?
I never tire of checking out various coffee shops in cities near me. I grew up driving through Waco on my way to and from Dallas/Austin, and I would typically stop at Common Grounds back in the day. (It was seriously the only coffee shop back in the early 2000s!) These days, though, there are…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Healthy Restaurants in Waco
Dining out doesn’t need to be indulgent or unhealthy. I’ve found so many great healthy restaurants in Waco that have clean eating, delicious protein and veggie-forward dishes, and an amazing assortment of ways to fuel your body with yummy, healthy food. Whether you’re looking to follow a certain lifestyle (paleo, gluten free, Whole 30, keto,…
Read More15 Waco Coffee Shops To Try
Waco’s coffee scene is really starting to get impressive. Here’s where to go for your next pick-me-up.
Read MoreSongbird: Waco’s Prettiest Wine Bar
If you’ve ever found yourself wandering around Waco, Texas, and looking for the perfect spot to relax with a glass of wine, I’ve got a hidden gem for you: Songbird Wine Bar. I heard about this place not too long ago when I started noticing Hotel Herringbone on Instagram, so I immediately checked it out…
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