Golden Chick

I just can't make myself give a chain burger joint a 5-star, but this Freddy's has never…read moredisappointed with an incorrect order, bad food, or bad service. It's clean, fast, and a great burger and shake. We're local and have 3 boys. We eat here a ton. And I'm serious... never one complaint and it's busy non-stop. Very well managed.

Placed an order through the drive through. Two single cheeseburger meals plain, upsize fries to…read morelarge, 2 drinks and fry sauce. Ended up with 2 cheeseburgers with mustard, onions and pickles, small fries and no fry sauce. I called the restaurant, someone answered and either forgot about me or put the phone down because I could hear everything in the background. This is the 2nd time since August I have picked up an order that wasn't made as I requested. Both times the receipt attached to the bag was correct, the food in the bag was not. Hope things get improve because I really like their food.

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Hat Creek Burger Company

3.4(123 reviews)

1.6 mi

Was excited to have a fresh burger but instead got a re-heated unflavored patty and lukewarm fries…read morecovered in salt. He said his salad was good and the drinks were good. Lady taking order was nice. Nothing special to write about our visit.

Food is usually always good. Perfect size of the burgers…read more Service is good. You order at the counter and they bring it to you or call your name if they are busy. Restaurant is fairly clean. Air conditioning wasn't working to well but still a good experience

Breakfast Platter

Cobb Salad

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The Classic Burger, Beer and French Fries

Brown House Cafe

4.0(254 reviews)

1.3 mi

Food was spot on ( not mama's but pretty darn close) and the service made a tough morning a little…read morebrighter ( not one iota of guilting to get the fam to visit more) . Good people + good food = good morning. Thanks Melisa.

Got the cinnamon roll to go and this is what I received. It was cold and undercooked!! My husband…read moregot the chocolate cream pie and tasted old! I seen so many negative reviews about this place but decided to give it a try anyways, but never again and I encourage others to not go to this place.

Cinnamon Roll

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Jakes

4.1(102 reviews)

6.1 mi

LOVE A BURGER PLACE THAT OFFERS SALADS AND Kids OPTIONS!! I used to work at a different Jake's…read morelocations in north Texas but this one never disappoints and they have grown so much in the last year or so give them a try!

My family and I had a very disappointing experience at Jake's Burgers in Waco, TX. We had spent the…read moreentire day at a football tournaments. Some parents who said they were acquaintances of the owners highly recommended we stop at Jake's for dinner. Because of that recommendation, our party of 8 chose to visit. When we walked in, no one was at the front to greet us or take our order. After a couple of minutes, an employee named Tommy came sashaying out from the back. He walked passed us with noticeable attitude, and said, "I'll get with you as soon as I can, but it's gonna be a minute just letting you know." His tone was rude and unprofessional. I responded very politely, "Well, good evening to you too," hoping to lighten the moment. My sister then told him he was being rude. As Tommy walked toward the counter area, he mumbled clearly enough for several of my family members to hear "Well, you can always go somewhere else." My sister, who is a high school coach, immediately said, "You know what, we'll do just that." As our family members walked out. I stayed behind to ask Tommy why he would say something like that. He denied it, even though my sister, my eight‑year‑old son, and my daughter all heard him. They repeated his words at the same time. I told him we came based on a recommendation from friends of the owners, and that this was ? extremely disappointing. I also at the time, was trying to reach out to those people, and then decided "Why should I. they recommended the food, not Tommy! Once we exited and stepped, we saw Tommy on the phone. I'm sure this was too obviously speak with someone in charge to cover his lie! Hopefully someone will all view the video footage of this evening. If you can't hear his words, you can certainly make out the eye movement in the sarcasm in his face that definitely lets you know what he mumbled because he's very theatrical, so I'm sure at least that shows. We never even got to taste Jake's Burgers because of the disrespectful way we were greeted. We went next door to Fuego's and had a much better experience. Tommy, your behavior was out of line, rude, and very disappointing. you had no rhyme reason or right to make that type of statement to my family. Perhaps customer service is not your field. Tommy, perhaps you need a less stressful atmosphere, especially when there are only 2 occupied tables are in the establishment. One already eating and the other awaiting their food.

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Jimmy John's

2.7(42 reviews)

0.5 mi

Placed an order for one sandwich and the delivery address was less than 2 miles up the road. My…read moreorder took over an hour to receive! Would not recommend delivery considering it's a $5 charge.

Ordered a beach club got turkey wrapped in lettuce. Called to let them know and they didn't seem…read moreto care.

Horrible excuse for a sandwich.

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Chicken Salad Chick

4.4(36 reviews)

0.1 mi

Love the jalapeño holly and barclay Buffalo. People are always friendly and get food fast.read more

Awesome customer service and my meal was delicious. Highly recommend. Nice cute clean environment…read moreto enjoy meal.

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Mi Casita Mexican Food

4.4(154 reviews)

0.1 mi

Mi Casita has Excellent food and service with friendly staff…read more I have been going here for years.

Always delicious food & terrific service. We frequent it as much as possible when we're in Waco.read more

Carnitas and 15. Chile Relleno

Fajitas diablas

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Breakfast menu

Sam's Southern Eatery

4.2(108 reviews)

5.7 mi

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.

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3 piece filet , 4 shrimp 2 sides 15.99

Dubl-R Old Fashioned Hamburgers

4.4(229 reviews)

6.4 mi

First thing...I'm a burger guy from way back and this is old school cooked on a flat top grill hole…read morein the wall place with one of the best burgers I've ever had. Service was excellent, we were greeted immediately at the door and asked to take our order. Friendly staff. Seating was limited but overall a great experience.

This is just for the food. I this is my first burger from here. It was good. Catered for work. The…read moreemployees were friendly and the the two patty very filling. The burger had good flavor. We could add on the veggie toppings ourselves. Smart to have chips since it was a couple hours service and fried foods wouldn't hold up. Very good I will consider visiting and am happy my employer ordered food from Dubl-R.

Cheeseburger

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License plates line the wall.

Taco Casa

3.9(57 reviews)

0.5 mi

Love this place for fast food Taco restaurants. Love the hot sauce they have. I have had pretty…read moremuch tried the menu and tacos and enchiladas are my top two choices.

check your bags before you leave. we ordered super nachos, got home and opened the box to find just…read moretortilla chips with a side of nacho cheese. disappointing, this place has been slacking lately

Top: Chilada, no beef Bottom: Tostada add tomatoes and sour cream

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Was wondering why so busy then remembered it's taco Tuesday. I am usually not off Tuesdays.

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Ralph C.

7 years ago

Customer service is excellent, my favorite place to eat on lunch.

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