Waco, Texas Restaurant Series
Chip and Jo’s Town, aka Waco, Texas
We all know Waco because of shiplap and the Magnolia Silos, but what people don’t realize is that Waco is full of small businesses that you are sure to love! We have compiled a list of the best restaurants in Waco, and yes, they are Chip and Jo approved.
Obviously we are going to start with the couple that put Waco on the map, that's why we are starting with breakfast/brunch at Magnolia Table.
Photo Cred: Country Living
This menu is Chip approved, I mean he changes the sign outside of Mag Tab every single week, and let me tell ya, it always talks about the buttermilk biscuits. Everything is homemade and grown fresh right outside of the restaurant.
The breakfast sandwich is a GYB personal favorite, it has fresh arugula and the juiciest bacon. If you don’t stop here… did you even visit Waco?
Photo Cred: @magnoliatable
Milo All Day is the cutest place to grab brunch! It's a modern space with an open floor plan, perfect for those Instagram moments. This is a southern, scratch kitchen so you will always be served the best ingredients! While you are there, make sure to grab the crispy brussel sprouts- the servers rave about them! You also can not leave without trying at least one homemade biscuit!
Photo Cred: Milo All DQay
If your group isn’t looking for anything too heavy, head over to Lula Janes! Like Mag Tab and Milo’s, Lula Janes is no exception for the freshest ingredients! This is the place you head to for the most delicious pumpkin bread and breakfast pie, but if you’re a sweeter kinda gal, then you HAVE TO get the fudge pie! Pastries, pies, oh my- this is the place for you!
Photo Cred: @byoungmoney
Let me tell ya, Waco is the place for some of the most innovative and aesthetically pleasing places to have lunch!
You can’t get away with having a bach in Texas without Tex-Mex, that's a crime! Hecho En Waco will satisfy that craving for all things Mexican cuisine. Hecho serves perfectly seasoned rice and enchiladas, and of course, the best chips and guac! Not only do they have the best food, they have an extensive list of tequila and the finest wines!
Photo Cred: Hencho En Waco
Photo Cred: koKo Ramen
Let me tell ya, Union Hall is the place to be when you have a group of people! Union Hall is a modern day cafeteria that serves anything from Japanese style ramen, BBQ, Tex-Mex, Burgers, even the pickiest of eaters can find something they would enjoy!
koKo Ramen: This Japanese style vendor specializes in their many kinds of ramen, they also paired up with a locally based BBQ place to get the juiciest brisket served in your choice of ramen.
Photo Cred: Press Waffle Co
Press Waffle Co.: This is a crowd favorite at Union Hall! You start out with a waffle and can top it with a wide variety of toppings such as bacon, flavored cereals, and fresh fruit! Our favorite is the classic chicken and waffles- it's delicious!
No matter what you choose to go with in Union Hall you will find something for everyone that is scrumptious!
Now we are going to talk about dinner and this has to be my favorite meal in Waco!
Photo Cred: Di Campli’s
Di Campli’s Italian Ristorante is a new, authentic Italian restaurant in Waco and we can not get enough of it! Like many restaurants in Waco, Di Campli grows its own ingredients, so the menu is ever changing. Every pasta selection that is listed is handcrafted perfection- the alfredo is out of this world! They curate the cutest cocktails that are sure to make the cut for your Instagram. If pasta is your love language, then this is the place for you!
If you’re not in Texas for BBQ or Tex-Mex, then you for sure are here for steak! DiamondBacks is a romantic, award winning steak and seafood restaurant. The steak is marinated perfectly and your waiter can find you a perfect wine pairing. When asking a friend about DiamondBacks their response was “their lobster bisque is elite”!
Photo Cred: DiamondBacks
After a day of eating great food and going to visit the Silos we can't forget about cocktails and desserts!
Splendid Oaks Chocolate: This chocolate company is out of the world! They serve unique Belgian chocolate truffles flavors: PB&J, Lemon and Lavender, Whiskey, and even more! These chocolates are a gem and they even look like one too. Don’t forget to grab some ice cream as well!
Photo Cred: Splendid Oaks Chocolate
Photo Cred: Dichotomy’s
We love to support small businesses and that is what all of the Waco restaurants have been, Dichotomy Coffee & Spirits is no exception. They serve premiere coffee, lattes, and speciality cocktails! A perfect way to round out your evening.
We hope this helped you choose where you wanted to indulge while you are in Waco! Make sure to say “hi” to Chip and Jo for us!