Molly&#x27;s Restaurant

I often go here for breakfast (they have the best breakfast taco deal), lunch, or dinner! I love…read morethat there's a drive-thru because it's so convenient. The ladies are very nice and always get the food out quickly. The breakfast tacos are great, and I do think the fajita tacos and quesadilla are pretty delicious as well. Their red and green salsas are the bomb!

We chose this restaurant based on its high reviews, but unfortunately left very disappointed…read more After being told to seat ourselves, we waited so long for menus and drinks that we nearly left. The waitress was sweet, but remained slow throughout the entire meal. Our waitress never offered drink refills, and we waited extended periods for a to-go box and our check before finally going to the cashier ourselves. The biggest issue was a strong sewage-like odor coming from the restroom area. We were seated nearby, and every time the bathroom doors opened, the smell drifted into the dining room. Even the handwashing station in the dining area had the same unpleasant odor. The food looked great when it arrived, and the chips and salsa seemed fresh. However, I was disappointed to learn they no longer serve guacamole with their fajitas. The chicken fajitas arrived sizzling hot, but became very dry as they cooled. They were spicy, but lacked much flavor. The rice and beans were good. Overall, between the slow service, unpleasant smell, and mediocre food, I would not return or recommend this restaurant. There are plenty of other Mexican restaurants in Waco that I'd try before coming back here.

Mocalente. Get this!

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Pure delicious

Ninfa's Mexican Restaurant

3.4(640 reviews)

2.9 mi

I love Ninfa's!…read more Service here is always friendly and upbeat. There's a decent size parking lot in front. I like the plants and Mexican decor. They have a taco salad that is absolutely delicious! Their margaritas are also on point. The Waco restaurant is a little more homey and not quite as luxe feeling as the Houston locations, but it can be solidly relied upon for good, filling Tex-Mex, so I love to stop by when I'm in town.

we miss the old Nifas. Sat night, place empty. Carnitas: a…read morelarge dry chunk of pork served in a scalding hot plate that burned skin. Don Quixote chili rellenos , waitstaff " I needed to pay an extra $3+ to have anything but cheese". It was embarrassing in front of our guests. and it was wrong, their menu still states ground beef and chicken are still an option with the cheese. Very expensive small plate of guacamole. Spicy salsa also very small portion and neither worth price charged. We end the night by the waitress announcing we need to pay a 3% +fee if we use a visa. I stated " that's new" she snapped I need to read the policy on the receipt. After decades, we will not return.

Interior

Pechugas Alfonso

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It's all real fancy up in here!

Huaco Eatery

4.6(144 reviews)

3.3 mi

The gentleman who runs it and is the Chef makes everything from scratch. I knew it was gonna be…read moregood when I got the Agua Fresca, with mango, it was so fresh and amazing. Also, I got the yucca chips which came with three different sauces. That were just a perfect compliment. Then I had the beef empanada that came with a spiced cheese sauce, refried beans and some amazing rice. Normally when I get stuff like that, I'll just skip the rice and beans... But these were amazing. The rice cooked perfectly it wasn't overcooked or mushy. And the refried beans was smooth yet tasty. Not bland. The empanadas were handmade tortillas that were created and the deep-fried and came on a bed of shredded cabbage, which kept it from getting mushy on the bottom and allowed for the empanada to cool without becoming soggy. And the sauce is the cheese pickled onions on top were just an amazing combination. And then I had gotten the tacos and I thought it was like one taco each, but each taco was like huge. I got a chicken mole taco, and I got al paster pork taco, and finally I got a shrimp taco. Thinking they would be small, but they came on lettuce and we're all amazing and fresh. He asked me if I thought I was gonna eat all this by myself and I was laughing and think one empanada ...no, it came with three. And the tacos came with came with an amazing fresh piece of watermelon seasoned with spices. It was an amazing feast. He is such a gifted Chef. The seating is in the union so it's like a big hub where you can try different kinds of restaurants. And I walked around for a while before I pick this one, but his food just looks so fresh and tasty and it was. I am so glad I picked him. Definitely gonna have to come back and try the rest of his food and I suggest that you give him a try to cause this place is amazing and needs to be experienced. And don't miss dessert... The churros and ice cream are amazing

Great food and service! Authentic Mexican food, fresh, artfully designed. Very quick and efficient!…read moreThe quesadillas were so delicious!

The stores location in the union

Grilled Chicken Lettuce Wrap and Yuca Fries

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Bright design- can you spot the chef? Stop in and say hello!!

Roberto’s Taco Shop - Waco, TX

4.3(74 reviews)

3.5 mi

If you're missing the So. Cal vibe and craving true Mexican food (not Tex Mex), Roberto's Taco shop…read morein Waco is worth the drive. Carneasada Burrito, Carneasada Nachos, Quesdillas, Rolled Tacos, Machaco Burrito - you eat it in So. Cal, Roberto's in Waco got you. Soooo good and definitely a place to go when you want true Mexican food.

It was awesome to find one here in Texas! I love Tex-Mex, but had been missing the type of Carne…read moreAsada that one can only get from a Southern California Mexican restaurant. My carne asada quesadilla was excellent! The service at this location was great and the eating area was kept very clean by the staff. I come to Waco frequently and now know where I'll be coming to get my carne asada fix!

Wall Menu

Sausage breakfast taco

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La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina

3.6(387 reviews)

5.7 mi

we searched for best Mexican restaurants in the Waco area and La Fiesta came up so we gave it a try…read moreand it was phenomenal!! Food was absolutely deliciou. Sierra our server was amazing too! Best Mexican food ever and the ambience was vibing with history, color, and great music!

My issue was the waitresses attitude. She did not give me time to tell her how I wanted my street…read moretacos. So when we called her over to the table, I told her & she proceeded to Roll Her Eyes at us. Not everyone can eat cilantro. So we got up & walked out before I caused a scene.

This is Puffy taco... see the difference!!!

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Taqueria El Crucero

4.8(172 reviews)

5.3 mi

Menu as of January 15, 2026…read more Love this place best breakfast burritos in Waco. The tortillas are the best.

Worried about the waiting line? Call the phone number that's up on the sign on the building as soon…read moreas you drive up your order will be ready to go and you'll be the owner of delicious food. It's a drive-through only business, but that really makes it easy.

Taco shown next to a burrito for size comparison

Smothered crucero burrito

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Maria Mezcaleria

4.0(64 reviews)

3.2 mi

The food was absolutely delicious! I mean the food was so so tasty! The service was wonderful! We…read morehad Betsy as our server and she was so kind and helpful and cheerful. Also, the ambience inside is very clean and cute and their outdoor patio is just wonderful. We're sad to find out that they're going to be closing on 24th, May. But hopefully they will move somewhere nearby so we can continue to come here because this was my first time and I really really enjoyed it.

Was looking for somewhere to grab drinks and I came across this place. The first thing that caught…read moremy eye was the decor. The bright colors, the plants, all the little small details. Loved it! I ordered some guacamole and also enjoyed the complimentary chips and salsa. I love a good spicy cocktail and the one I ordered was absolutely delicious. I definitely recommend this place!

Guacamole appetizer- yummy

Complimentary chips and salsa- super fresh

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Hecho En Waco

3.7(570 reviews)

3.1 mi

When you see a sign claiming "Best Margarita," you have to stop in and give it a try! We grabbed…read morethe ceviche to snack on while enjoying our margaritas, and it was fresh and flavorful. The service was great, the restaurant was clean, and there were plenty of menu options that caught our eye for next time. We weren't very hungry this visit, but when we're back in the area, we'll definitely dine in again

Our waiter was genuine and on point! Got our meals quick and enjoyed the spanish atmosphere. We did…read moreget seated right in the middle since we were family of five and didn't feel like we had space to talk loud but nonetheless food was full of flavor

Friendly bartender

Emilio´s Salmon

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Back of the restaurant with tequila bottles on display on the back shelves.

Mi Casita Mexican Food

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

Breakfast burritos

Tacos al carbon

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Fajitas diablas

Rosa's Café & Tortilla Factory

3.5(105 reviews)

5.9 mi

We have now ordered Rosa's more often than any other Mexican food. It is our go to place now. If…read moreyou like a lot of salsa they have a salsa bar so go in person! The service and food are great. The atmosphere is casual

We went in taco Tuesday and they essentially put nothing in our soft tacos. It was such a joke…read more Very disappointed. Thankfully, we went backup there to address our issue, and the manager was able to fix it for us. But, it shouldn't have happened in the first place.

Mexican plate

Drink station

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Colorful interior!

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Nikki S.

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7 years ago

Molly's is a hometown small Mexican restaurant that you can tell lots of locals visit! It has a very good breakfast! You must go early not to wait for table! There is quite a bit of parking in a lot next to it. I recommend this restaurant if you are in area! read more

Norma H.

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3

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8 years ago

My favorite everyday place to eat breakfast or lunch. Love the environment and service and the food never disappoints me.

Sherry M.

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9 years ago

This is our go to place when we go to waco. The food is great the salsa is the best iv ever ate

Mary P.

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6

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7 years ago

I come here for the breakfast burritos. They're so good. Fresh and the salsa is served warm.

George H.

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9 years ago

eat there at least once a month. only gets better

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