Nestled just off the beaten path near a slightly industrial area of Waco, I discovered an…read moreunexpected gem, Cajun Craft. I was staying near Waco for a few days, but the area I was in had very limited choices for food. So, I looked up some nearby restaurants in Waco, and found Cajun Craft. It was worth the drive in from where I was staying. From the outside, it doesn't look like much: small parking lot, rusted roof, etc. However, I have found that often conceals some of the best places. An immediate friendly greeting was offered at the door and I was surprised by the quaint setting. There were only a few tables near the bar, but there was a covered patio attached and even more seating outside. The menu offered most of the traditional Cajun dishes at a modest price, but I already knew what I wanted. I ordered the Atchafalaya Catfish, a catfish filet over a bed of rice smothered in crawfish Étouffée. It was amazing. The Étouffée was rich and hearty, with the perfect spice level, maybe the best I have had west of Baton Rouge. The catfish was crisp and golden, giving a great balance to the creamy Étouffée. If you are ever in the Waco area and have a craving for some authentic Cajun cuisine, you must give Cajun Crafts a visit.

RATING - 3.65 Cajun…read moreCraft is found just off of one of the main roads that's runs along Waco. Off its first appearance, the restaurant appears as your classic no-frills, get-what-you-asked for establishment. There is lots of outdoor seating, very fair pricing, and a surprisingly extensive menu; I doubt you'll fail to find something you enjoy here. Overall it seemed like a location that would be bumping in conjunction with Baylor college nights, post church service, or otherwise Waco-oriented affairs. My only complaint was really the smell. We came near close when some workers were cleaning, however there was an apparent chemical stench within the patio, between the inside seating and outdoor seating. My partner ordered the sausage po boy, while I ordered the fried chicken plate, wish mashed potatoes & gravy + green beans. The wait was rather long, which can be attributed towards the chicken's cook time - which might be front scratch. After we got our plates, I certainly couldn't complain. The chicken was decently sized and decadent with flavor. Consistent, strong Cajun spicing littered the tray and chicken, while its interior was extremely juicy and filled with flavor; additionally, it still maintained structure and provided a nice crunch on the surface. The mashed potatoes were equally as enjoyable. The gravy complemented the potatoes well, and established an equilibrium through texture. The green beans however, were not my favorite. They initially appeared fine on the surface, but became watered down and lacking in flavor the farther down the bowl you went. I would not be surprised if these beans were canned. I would certainly find myself eating here again. Its biggest appeals are the prices, genuine quality of food, and disposition. It is not perfect, but it is more than satisfactory. If you cannot get over the minor inconveniences that you may run into here, then you probably shouldn't be eating Cajun anyways.

Fantastic food. Only gone inside just to see what it looks like. I drive through the winding…read moredrive-through and usually get the peeled shrimp and red potatoes and it is delicious.

Dining areas are spacious and very clean. They have great lunch deals and everyone in our party…read moreenjoyed the food. We had peeled shrimp, crab legs, fried catfish, crab cakes and chicken tenders. Loved the trash buckets built into the tables. Kids had fun buying pellets for 25 cents and feeding the turtles.

First time here! Beautiful ambience and atmosphere. Music was perfect! Come and see Tony who took…read moreexceptional, first-rate and excellent care of us. Ordered the California Tacos (fried shrimp and was recommended by Tony), Shrimp in Creamy Chipotle Sauce and a side of Sweet Potato Fries. They were all delicious and tasty!!! We had to order the California Tacos to go, of course separating the ingredients since we live in North Texas. If you are passing by, visiting or just in the area and hungry, we recommend Cajun Crabs & Shrimp!!! Thank you for a perfect experience!!!

Way over priced for sea food boils. Shrimp not deveined and taste old. Crab legs some how taste…read morestale. And I hate the bags come with just the bags and spill all over the place but that part is just me being picky.

Had Burger King Whoppers two weeks in a row. They were outstanding. After riding 15 minutes, they…read morewere still hot and juicy. Can't wait to have another. Burger King Bellmead , Tx.

This place closed about a month ago according to the person there when I walked in. Nothing to add…read moreexcept I'm disappointed based on Yelp reviews.

This is a great place to eat Cajun seafood and after you taste this great food you will think you…read moreare in The Big Easy again . And the drive was worth it from Yoakum,Tx and the service was amazing and fast , if you lived in the central Texas you need to come on up and just enjoy your time with great friends and family.

Food was really good and we ordered a chrysanthemum tea which is now my new addiction. Perfect Pho…read moreon a cold night!

They hosted our group of 20 and it was great! The owner provided a customized menu for our group…read morewith great selections which allowed their kitchen to turn our group's orders around in a timely fashion and receive their food at one time. The food was delicious and the servers were very attentive. Highly recommend and will be back! Larry Wayman

The atmosphere is perfect for date night The setting is…read morequite with no loud music that people are trying to talk over The menu is amazing Everything and I mean everything is fresh and at a great price Me and my wife really enjoy dining there

I swore I thought I wrote a review on this place years ago. Anyhow, this is my favorite soul food…read moreplace in the country. Anytime I'm passing through, I try to coordinate the timing to eat here. Glad it's far enough away so I don't eat like this too often! Very few places make good dressing and Mac n cheese. I like their baked chicken. Wished their hours were longer and they served breakfast. I could see fried potatoes, hot sausage and salmon croquettes in my future! This place is like eating at someone home that you know can cook.

Not sure why they are closed. Maybe for good? Yelp says they're open. Reviews are great. Closed on…read morea Friday afternoon.

Chose this place based on previous reviews and because Catfish is my fav, I was easily interested…read more Ordering was a bit confusing due to 3 menu boards not consistent with the others. Wording makes a huge difference to a first-timer! For it to be made-to-order, our food came out really fast-kudos! I was pleasantly surprised to be served a whole (beheaded) catfish...which I haven't had in years & thus, didn't have to question its authenticity...though it was over fried-smh. My Fiancée had fillets & shrimp-the fillets unfortunately taste & had the consistency of Swai (bummer) The shrimp was a weird yellow-ish batter color-she sd it taste like a mustard base. The red beans & rice was just OK..lacking flavor. The coleslaw was avg. All in all, it was alright, but I sincerely appreciate the whole catfish option.

Once again this is the best catfish in Waco. The shrimp are huge. Never tried the burgers but they…read morelook HUGE. This is where the locals eat.

Uncle Worms hit the spot. We needed a place to stop for lunch after traveling from Arlington to…read moreAustin. I always turn to Yelp to find something good and local we thought that we'd give Uncle Worms a try and he hit it line, hook, and sinker. First off, our waitress was exceptional. She judged multiple tables alone. She kept checking on us while our meals were prepared. We started with an order of Porky Puffs. Homemade pork rings or chicharrones with their magical dust. The husband had thr Chopped Steak plate while I ordered the spicy Texas Chicken Alfredo plate All wete relish and we're taking an extra of Porky Piffs home to enjoy later. See ya later Uncle Worm

Our new Friday night go-to! We tried this restaurant after…read morePapa Bear's (our usual Friday night spot) went out of business, and we're so glad we did. With its popcorn ceilings and charming, old-school worn tables, this place is to dine for! We had the Mac Daddy and the Mac Mama--both were incredibly delicious. If you're craving some heat, the Mac Mama is definitely the way to go. If you're more in the mood for a BBQ-style flavor, the Mac Daddy won't disappoint. And don't skip dessert--the banana pudding was incredible- a must try! The service from the bar and the bartender was superb. The bartender asked how my LIT was--and let me tell you, they do not skimp on the liquor! Mira, our server, although very soft-spoken, was amazing--very attentive and truly made the experience even better. Do the drive and see us at Uncle Worm's!

Been eyeing Walk-On's for awhile. They are super close to my job. So a coworker and I decided to…read moretry it today. We roll in at 11:30 am, we are seated, and Bailey is our server. Excellent service!! We started with two domestic beers (Miller/Bud light) my coworker mentioned his beer tasted off. So Bailey took the time and effort to run the line to see if it helped, with it being the first pour that morning. Above and beyond work ethic it fixed it his second beer was perfect. Quick service on refills, and attentiveness. Food: So many great looking options this is a Cajun inspired bistro, for me Cajun can be hit or miss especially in Texas. So I had my reservations. I ordered a app of Boudin Balls..... those things were great, coworker agreed. I then ordered the Hangover burger.....again messy, but savory and so well cooked, edges crispy, vegetables tasted fresh. Waffle fries were good crunchy, but soft in the center. My coworker got a order of Boom Boom shrimp to go, but we had to try a piece, a solid option, sweet, crunchy with a ever so slight spice. His entree was the Cajundilla, I expected it to be meh, chicken quesadilla right?!? But, it was cooked so well, and the seasoning was what carried it. Do not hesitate to go here, I can't wait to go back, and try more of the menu, they have so many great looking options from the Po Boys to the gator tacos it all looks good! Again with excellent service to boot!!

My husband and I went to Walk-On's to grab a bite and relax, and while the atmosphere was nice, the…read moreservice was terrible! Our server rushed us to order, even after telling her it was our first time there. My husband wanted to order another drink after his first one was incorrect, but when we asked, we were suddenly told the cut off time had passed. That's something that shouldn't have been mentioned upfront. The server lacked customer Service skills, had little knowledge about the menu, and the wait for our food was way too long. Overall, a really disappointing experience. Another thing that pissed us off is that they started turning off the TVs in our section while we were still watching the fight that wasn't over yet AND the restaurant wasn't closing for another couple of hours. We definitely will not be returning to this location.