Lounge 93

Love the vibe, it's a bit divey but still trendy. Service at the start wasn't friendly and…read morewelcoming but it got better towards the end. Maybe because a different staff checked on us. He was more attentive and he kept checking on us throughout the night. They got busy around 9 pm. And it seemed to be a local favorite. Their cocktails are creative but it's still budget-friendly. I enjoyed my cocktails but some were more tart than others. Still, If we were ever to come back to Waco this is the place I would like to come back to.

Such a cute little cocktail bar! We had the pink mojito and the frozen horchata. Let me tell you…read morethat frozen horchata was SO. GOOD. Will absolutely be back for more!

Old Fashion & Kentucky Blue

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Various drinks from the Cocktail Menu

Sloane's

4.0(24 reviews)

3.3 mi

Sloans has, on two visits, become our favorite place in Waco to hang out. The bartenders are very…read morefriendly and knowledgeable, prices are reasonable, but the atmosphere is the real reason this is one of our favorites. First, they are always playing incredible music and clips from great movies. It's a great volume, very active but not so loud you have to shout. The bartenders are very attentive, sweet, and come to your tables with water, drinks, and goldfish. The drinks are incredibly creative and well crafted. We love Sloanes!!

Multiple times we have been there and they have cut us off without reason. None of us were even…read moreclose to being drunk. It typically happens when there is a line out the door and they are out of tables. It has nothing to do with actual concerns of consumption.

Cosmopolitan and Old Fashioned

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Dichotomy Coffee & Spirits

4.2(369 reviews)

I've enjoyed coming here over the years! From coffee dates to study sessions to my first drink with…read morefriends on my 21st bday, I've had some great memories here! Some of their speciality lattes (like the Remember Me one fall) have been so delicious that I've braved the trek downtown, searching for a parking spot in the middle of my workday, just to get one as an afternoon pick-me-up. I also love the 1885 drink, which is Dr Pepper + espresso. It sounds crazy, but a Waco girl loves it. I will say, ever since the inside was re-painted as a weird, tentacle-esque, purple and orange mural, the ambiance has tanked. It used to feel like a peaceful, vibey spot, especially at night or during the holidays. Now the walls make my skin crawl a bit. Maybe some people love it--I usually hear the opposite But it's still worth going for the drinks!

I just want something to WAKE me up! Not all coffee is the same. If you're looking for a roast…read moretasting coffee you can find it here! I ordered the Boxing Day coffee with the cinnamon notes. I couldn't taste cinnamon so much til I was almost done. It's good coffee, but nothing special even with the descriptive notes for their drinks. It feels industrial inside. Nice bathrooms, spacious layout towards the back. Comfortable seatings and plenty of tables.

Frai D'été

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Dichotomy old fashioned

Hemingway's Watering Hole

4.7(28 reviews)

3.4 mi

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Cool, friendly place, everybody welcome. Bartenders are your friends. I go back often.read more

Everything about this bar is amazing great people, great bartenders, and great atmosphere.read more

Sangria AF

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Lucky Buck's Rooftop Bar

4.2(11 reviews)

We closed out the night at Lucky Buck's Rooftop Bar, and it was the perfect way to wrap up our…read morelittle day trip to Waco. The vibe was really nice, especially with the purple lighting that gave the whole rooftop a cool, laid-back atmosphere. I made it just in time for last call, which felt like perfect timing to grab one last drink and take in the night air. I ordered a Dusty Road. It had a nice tart kick to it, which I liked, but I honestly didn't taste much of the honey. A little more honey probably would have balanced the bitterness better. That said, it was still a really good drink and definitely hit the spot after a full day out. Overall, Lucky Buck's was a great stop to end the evening--good atmosphere, nice rooftop setting, and a chill way to close out the night. If you're in Waco and looking for somewhere to wind down with a drink and a view, it's definitely worth checking out.

Great place to sit back relax and take in the sunset. Service was efficient, cocktails expertly…read moreprepared. Didn't try food this time.

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Sam's Bar

4.3(18 reviews)

4.4 mi

I have been to both, Sam's Bar and Sam's Front Porch at the Union Hall and Union Grove. Both bars…read morewere vibey and chill. Such a nice scenery, very beautiful aesthetic. The customer service is also great, the bartenders tended to me quickly and were welcoming. And most importantly they have a variety of spirits and cocktails, and everything they make is so good!!

The ambience is nice. The service has always been horrible. I've been here four times now the big…read moregirl with the tattoos she's always preoccupied today she was blowing balloons. The dude with a mustache and the mullet and all the tattoos he's lazy he just kinda just sits there you got beg for your drink. But I just paid eight dollars for a Michelob ultra, which is insane

Watermelon Margarita

Ho ho ho hot chocolate

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Sam's Front Porch Bar

J S Barnett's Whiskey House

3.8(339 reviews)

Always a great time at Barnett's!! Great atmosphere, drinks, and food! Staff are friendly and…read moreattentive!

Best pub in waco! Always a great time either by yourself at the bar, or with a group of people…read more Biggest whiskey selection too!!

Roasted root vegetables from Barnett's current dinner menu in downtown Waco, Texas.

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Grilled chicken was seasoned perfectly

Crying Shame

3.8(8 reviews)

3.1 mi

if you are looking for a dive bar, super cold beer and the bar tender knows what she is doing!…read more Crying Shame is the one

Great place to hang out. Everybody friendly, regulars and always a warm welcome. There's a nice…read morelittle patio too so smokers can enjoy! Great bloodys!

The sign

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Truelove Bar

3.5(71 reviews)

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We always pass this bar when we're in Waco but had never been until just the other day…read more I'm glad we stopped by. It's a cool little local sorta divey (in a great way) spot. My boyfriend and I shared an N/A beer and chatted up the bartender on duty for a bit. They were super welcoming and totally cool with our little fur guy Benji being there as well. Definitely wanna go back again soon.

Here's the thing. This is a fun bar with decent drinks, different crowd for Waco. The…read moreproblem....the freakin front door guys. It doesn't matter who they are, they are on a power trip. I've said this before, but cmon it's a Tuesday night, there's 2 guys working the front. One to not look in my purse but put his hangs in it and look!!!! Seriously??? You don't do that. And that ask me what's in my pockets ....I don't have pockets. 2 front door guys and there's maybe 20 people in here. They're always such a good at the door it makes me not wanna come here. Everyone else is awesome!!!

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Badass ass bar!

Red Herring Restaurant & Bar

4.3(127 reviews)

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Red Herring was an excellent dining experience from start to finish. The ambiance was warm and…read moreinviting perfect for a date night, but also great for a group dinner or business meeting. The menu is simple, thoughtfully curated, and everything we ordered was executed beautifully. I had the steak, served over a bed of perfectly cooked bell peppers and onions. It was flavorful and cooked exactly right. My mom ordered the whole fish and cleaned her plate, which says it all. My son chose the handmade pasta, and it was outstanding. The meat to sauce ratio was spot on, and he finished every bite. We started with the Caesar salad, and it was honestly one of the best I've had. The unique nut mix added an unexpected crunch and took it to another level. We wrapped up the meal with the mousse dessert, and I highly recommend saving room for it. it was the perfect ending. Every plate at our table came back empty. Great food, excellent execution, and a wonderful atmosphere and service. We'll definitely be back.

What a great happy hour!…read more I was in town for work and wanted to grab a quick drink before heading out to dinner. I walked over to the Red Herring restaurant and took a seat at the bar where I was greeted by a super friendly bartender. He guided me through the happy hour menu, from which I decided half a dozen oysters. The oysters were fresh, flavorful, and came with all the necessities. The perfect pre-dinner appetizer. The restaurant is beautiful inside and very spacious. It would be a great space if you were looking to host a celebration with a large group. Looking forward to my next trip to Waco, and another stop at the red Herring restaurant.

Lounge area seating

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Highly recommend-my hubs and i absolutely love going here! Food & drinks are amazing and the atmosphere is awesome! 10 stars!

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3 years ago

Great drinks great service friendly environment 10/10 after drinks stop by fish city!! read more

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