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Serving East Waco since 1919, Jasper’s sticks to its old‑school chop, gravy, and sausage routine. It’s on Eater Dallas’s essentials and documented by Waco historians as a true neighborhood anchor.
Texas BBQ joint serving brisket, ribs, sausage, and gravy
105 Clifton St, Waco, TX 76704 Get directions
$10–20
Czech restaurant · Waco
Authentic Czech brewery, hotel, beer spa, restaurant & beer garden
4 Postcards
Coffee shop · Waco
Espresso drinks, craft cocktails, local art, rooftop views
Bakery · Waco
Cupcakes, cookies, breads & pastries from Chip & Joanna Gaines
5 Postcards
Mexican restaurant · Waco
Mezcal bar-restaurant with coastal & Mexico City flavors
Canoe & kayak rental service · Waco
Rent kayaks, canoes, or SUPs for Brazos River exploration
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Art center · Waco
Nonprofit art center with rotating exhibits, classes, gift shop
Roasts, brews, courtyard, vinyl, and a pub by night
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Restaurant · Waco
Spanish & Portuguese wines, tapas, live jazz, and friendly service
Street tacos, birria, al pastor, elote, and quesabirrias
Italian restaurant · Waco
Neapolitan-style pizzas, handmade pastas, Italian wines, draft beers