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

Gabby made my dine in experience so much better. Thanks to her for being such a nice person!read more

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!!

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.

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.

Staff was friendly food was great and the portion was big for the price I will definitely be back…read moreif in the area paid about $20 with a drink and got the XL plate

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

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

Tried 1/2 of lean brisket, getchasum potatoes and Mac and cheese…read more It was their soft opening so they were out of ribs and banana pudding. (Like my favorite haha) Excellent bbq and sides. The potatoes were off the chain. Brisket had good pull on tenderness. Grand opening is 3/14/2026 , I'll go back for sure! Worth the stop!!

Food was good. We ordered potato salad and got Mac cheese. Since we liked both we don't say…read moreanything. BBQ sauce was sweet and spicy. Stuffed potato had plenty of meat and hubby's plate had enough meat to make another meal. Only complaint is tea price. A small cup of tea $4.00. Absolutely ridiculous Bring that price down Feels a little like price gouging to me. Service was good. Everyone was pleasant. I know they just opened so I'm hoping they make improvements to the building. It was clean but felt a little disorganized.

Mr. Woods is an up and comer on Yelp, and I expect many more fond reviews after this 1st one. This…read moreis a small Wood family owned restaurant that knows how to smoke. Honest, caring, and good at cooking down home BBQ and comfort foods like Smoked Mac & Cheese (my favorite), and baked beans, and potato salad of the mustard variety. I had the smoked brisket, chicken, ribs, and links on this Memorial Day Weekend. It's a small place, so get there early because they will run out before the sun sets. All the sides were great! Try it, you'll like it!

Mr. Woods's food is delicious. The right amount of seasoning, smoke, and flavor. The portions are…read morehuge!! We got brisket, links, and ribs ALL in one plate! Can't beat that. You should check him out. I'm glad we did!

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.

Southern Roots is a great brewery in downtown Waco. We stopped in for a few beers and wound up…read morehaving lunch. There is a a great selection of craft beers to choose select from. There is a great food menu too. We ordered a bunch and it was delicious and paired well with our beers. Service was excellent and the ambiance is great with lots of televisions and space.

Gives chill hangout spot vibes upon first entering in and offers quick walk up ordering service…read more The pizza itself however was of average quality. Better than most in the area but the sauce and cheese did not seem fresh. I will say the crust on the edges was crispy and has seasoning which was good, but the dough was thicker and chewier than I expected. This being said, I will say that if I lived in the area I would absolutely come back to catch a good game, decent pizza, and maybe try some of their many unique craft beers.