The moment I walked in with my group, Oscar greeted us at the door to welcome us. Oscar guided us…read morethrough the whole process. This was our first time there and he was very informative, professional, and very knowledgeable to answer all our questions. During our meal, he would check in if we had any questions or we anything. I will definitely be back when I'm in town. Thanks Peter Trumblay

Food was awesomesauce, got ribs, brisket, burnt ends, sausage, and sides like the fatty I am. Got…read moresome seasoning too. Then was greeted by very nice workers who very much wanted me to have peach Cobbler. #TammyandStevenaredaGOATSofTerryBlacksBBQWaco

Absolutely the best BBQ! Incredible service and such a…read morewelcoming, heartfelt place. If we travel between Dallas and Austin again -- this stop is a must!

TLDR: If you want BBQ and you are in Waco go here. Upon…read morearrival the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making it feel like I was walking into their home. I ordered a 3 meat plate and got 2 brisket and 1 chicken as well as smoked cabbage and smoked mac n cheese. The prices were very fare and the whole trip was less than 30 dollars. The food was absolutely incredible. To start there is so much food you easily get 2 meals out of it. I've never had chicken melt the way this chicken did, incredibly tender with great flavor. The brisket was just as great and just made me blown away that they have mastered so many meats. The smoked cabbage was one of the best sides i've ever had, flavor almost reminds me of smoked green beans. The mac was incredible like the rest of the food. After our meal we spent some time taking to the owners who made me want to stay in Waco just so I could be a regular. To the owners, thank you from the bottom of my heart for the bbq and the experience. If i'm back in Waco this will be my first stop.

the best bbq and service this side of tim-buck-too!…read morethe place is a waco legacy, a favorite hangout of bonnie & clyde....

You need to check your gas lines outside. Immediately, as I approached, I got a strong whiff of…read moregas. This is dangerous. The meat was not very flavorful, but it was tender. Service was exceptional.

Had to try the Gut Pak...about $19...Fritos Corn Chips, Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Hand chopped…read moreBrisket, Pinto Beans, sliced White Bread, jalapeño sausage, BBQ Sauce, Pickles, Onions, Jalapeno Peppers in a styrofoam box. Almost too much to eat. Interesting combo and something you need to try. They are open for supper on weekends but close after lunch during the week.

Went around 2 so it was after the lunch hour but the place was super clean. The staff was extremely…read morehelpful and friendly, helped out with the menu. The food was absolutely amazing. The gut pak will definitely fill you up and was so good. Definitely recommend this place if you are passing through

Amazing food & staff! Love that they remember my drink! The atmosphere is fun and Chef Ray is…read moreamazing! Ask for Avery & she will remember your drink!

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!

We used Helberg to cater our wedding and it was lovely! The food is delicious. We had the brisket,…read moresausage, chicken, slaw, potato salad, Mac n cheese, and banana pudding as well as drinks. Anna is so kind and laid back and handled everything we needed. We went to the restaurant for a tasting before and it's also great. Their restaurant version of the chicken is the best chicken ever.

Easily top 2 barbecues I've had in my life only second to Hutchins in Frisco. Plus the new building…read moreis absolutely perfect and essentially a bbq warehouse. The brisket is divine, wings were so crispy even though they were smoked, and the sides were all perfect. The only downside was they were literally out of EVERYTHING else besides what you see here hahahaha. We will be back!!

Glad to see M&P's still open. It was good when I was here, back in 1992, but it looks like it's a…read moredifferent location, unless the neighborhood got rebuilt. There was a lot of empty grounds around, as I recall. I look forward to coming again the next time I'm in town.

The BBQ was decent, but not the best I've had. The service however was great. The owner was very…read morepolite, and it didn't take long to get our food. Please stop by and visit and see for yourself.

The menu does specify they go by ounce. They literally have a scale and weigh it out . They cook a…read morecertain amount of food per a shift I'm assuming . The food was fresh and hot . Definitely make it earlier to get more options. The food was a little pricey, especially for the portions. But other than that, it was very clean restaurant. The brisket actually had really good flavoring. The sausage was a little bland. Barbecue sauce was delicious. Customer service was great and the weather was beautiful so we were able to sit outside with a nice of you. They offer large portions of food. FYI

Finding Texas BBQ on Monday is a chore. I was driving through Waco at lunch time and wanted some…read moremeat smoke for lunch. Yelp pointed me towards Tony's. The place is pretty nice on the outside, as far as BBq places go. It is a little ways north of the downtown area. I went in right at noon and had to stand in line a while. I ordered 1/3 of a pound of moist brisket and 1/3 of jalapeños sausage. The cashier called someone else over cause she couldn't ring up 1/3 of a lbs. The second person told her to enter .33. When she did, it popped up .330. She asked if I'd be fine paying for .330 instead of 1/3 of a lb. Brisket was good, but I didn't get the requested moist end. The sausage was good, but not great. Someone came around and offered a free side of "gravy". I declined, but later regretted it. I really should have learned what bbq gravy tastes like.

Halfway between Dallas and Georgetown is a Rudy's BBQ in Waco. It's on the north side of IH-35, but…read moreeasy enough to get to even if you are heading south. There is construction going on, so you may need to exit early and stay on the frontage road to avoid missing it. Parking lot out front is generally empty because most people park in the back. Gas pumps out front are usually available without a wait. When you enter, you'll pass the country store where you can buy sauces and jams and such to take for gifts or yourself. Someone is usually there to greet you as you head inside. They have a line barricade that you have to weave through in order to get to the register to place your order. The wall menu board is positioned so you can read and decide what you want while you are in line. Meats are often ordered by weight, but you can get a sandwich if you don't know how much of an item to order. While in line, you'll zigzag by a large ice bucket of cold drinks in bottles and cans. I always skip these and get sweet iced tea from the self-serve station. You'll also pass a refrigerator of delicious sides and desserts. Be sure to load up on coleslaw, potato salad, pecan pie, and banana pudding. There's more, but these are some of our favorites. At the register, they will put together a large plastic bin lined with butcher paper and then load it up with your meal choices. We love the extra moist brisket, jalapeño sausage link, smoked turkey, corn on the cob, and new potatoes. For the meat, it is fun to order a 1/2 lbs. and a whole link to share with your party. If you want to make your own sandwich, ask for a half or whole loaf of bread depending on how many sandwiches you want to dress. They will load it all into your bin. If you are getting drinks from the drink station, be sure to get a Rudy's cup. You can bring it back for cheap refills on your next visit. They have both unsweet and sweet tea along with the usual soda fountain drinks. Before heading to your table, collect plastic flatware, paper napkins, and more butchers paper to set down as a place mat for each person. They also have a paper boat trays that you can load up with pickles, onions, and peppers for the sandwiches you will make at your picnic table. Each picnic table has condiments available. They have a full bodied BBQ sauce that is a bit sweet and spicy, and a Sissy BBQ sauce for those who need something more bland. There are tables inside and outside. Lots of tables can handle large groups, but there are also small 2-seater picnic tables. Once you are done chowing down, wad up the butcher paper with everything inside and deposit it into one of the many large trash bins. You can also ask for a bag to go and small containers to take items on the road. My family has always enjoyed their visits to Rudy's. They are located around the state of Texas, but they even have some in AZ, NM, OK, and CO. Not really great if your a vegetarian or on a diet for cholesterol or heart issues, but if you are young and healthy, it can be a nice meal for a splurge or cheat day.

Continuing on my road trip in Texas. Hotel recommendation was tonight's dinner selection Rudy's…read morecountry store and barbecue. Good recommendation and tremendous staff. The moist brisket sandwich with Rudy's original sauce was fabulous. Traditional Texas barbecue but with a little extra. Highly recommend Rudy's and especially the moist brisket. Again the staff went above and beyond providing with a few extras at no extra charge. Always nice when you're traveling from out of town.

I usually steer clear of chain restaurants, but the Waco location of L&L Hawaiian BBQ proved why…read moreI'm glad I made an exception. This franchise stands out above the rest in freshness and flavor. Everything tasted like it was made with real care, not just cranked out. The staff were so friendly and accommodating!! I ordered my go to choice, the Mix Grill Plate, and it blew me away. The meats were perfectly cooked, bursting with flavor, and served in generous portions. As for the macaroni salad? It's hands down the best I've had at any of their locations I've visited. It was creamy, well-balanced, and the perfect complement to the hearty plate. If you're in Waco and even slightly considering it, just go. This location sets the bar high.

We stopped by Waco on the way to Dallas and wanted to grab a quick lunch. I haven't had Hawaiian in…read morea while and figured we can give this place a try. We got the bbq chicken and kalua pork. Unfortunately, while the food visually looked appetizing, everything ended up being pretty salty. The only thing that was tasty to me was the macaroni salad. I did like how big the portions are for the bowl option, which came with 1 scoop of rice and one scoop of either macaroni salad or veggies. It's too bad you can't swap out the rice for two scoops of macaroni or do a macaroni and veggie combo.