DiamondBack's

Steak house · Waco

DiamondBack's

Steak house · Waco

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217 Mary Ave, Waco, TX 76701

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Texas-style chophouse crafting steaks, seafood & sushi plates in an elegant, wood-lined dining room.  

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"Sometimes a good old fashioned steakhouse is the only thing that will do. DiamondBack’s has that, plus wine flights, a brand new cocktail menu, sushi, and hatch green chile meatballs that will put hair on anyone’s chest." - Courtney E. Smith, Amy McCarthy

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Wayne Johnson

Google
excellent food and service. atmosphere was very nice went there for 4 year anniversary with my GF left engaged! steak was very flavorful! have to return! bacon appetizer with peppers was awesome!

Charlie Rhea

Google
Extremely impressed with our waiter - Cullen! He deserves a core values shout out in front of the entire company! He impressed us with the perfect balance of being friendly and yet giving us space. He knew his menu incredibly well and made us laugh and helped us enjoy an amazing five year anniversary! He was professional, precise, and honorable! If this organization is not running on EOS they definitely should as it will only enhance their culture that they’re trying to protect! Reach out to me if you want help! Keep up the great work!

Heather Marrow

Google
DiamondBack’s was hands-down one of the best meals I’ve had. The quality of beef, shrimp and salmon was top-notch! Ladies here for Magnolia, hear me now, try the mixed grill. It’s just enough and fabulous.

Dr. Xiaoyu Gao

Google
What a gem in Waco. I used to travel very far to nearby cities for fine dining experience but didn't realize Waco has a gem too. The steak was very well cooked, lobster bisque soup and bread was one of the best I had, even better than what we had in most of the restaurants in Paris and Lyon. Dessert was also tasty and not overly sweet. We'll definitely revisit.

Annette P

Google
Our server, D-Ray, ensured we had an excellent dining experience. He was attentive and friendly, and his menu knowledge helped us have a delicious meal.

Thomas Hirleman

Google
My wife and I went there for our 20 year anniversary and they had a rose on and a hand written note on an Anniversary card on our table. Sara our waitress was the best. The food was superb and cooked with perfection. My first Tomahawk steak and it won't be my last. Thank you for making our anniversary special without our knowing. Thank you again Sara

Scott Baker

Google
Came here for dinner and had an amazing experience. Came late and was still able to get a perfectly medium rare prime rib. Lobster bisque had chunks of lobster and excellent quality. The lobster escargot was amazing, and the thick cut bacon was great. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. Really was the best meal I can remember having in a long time.

Anita Pellerin

Google
Terrible service AND food for my niece's graduation dinner. There were 16 in our party in a private room. I can't even begin to say how bad all parts of our experience were. Our reservation was at 6:30. Drinks were terrible with no alcohol in them. We all had to refill our own waters and went dry for at least an hour at one point. No exaggeration, 2 hours to get our main course, which arrived cold and several of the orders were not even what was ordered. The waiter never once apologized or tried to make anything right. 5 hour dinner. Ridiculous. Oh, the men's bathroom flooded and there was water on the floor even when we told waitstaff that someone was going to slip.

Nia G.

Yelp
My husband and I dined here for the first time and the service was exceptional, and the food was equally delightful. I ordered a side Caesar salad, which was fresh and flavorful. Although my Wagyu steak was slightly too salty for my preference, it was still expertly cooked. Overall, both the food and service were outstanding, deserving a perfect 10/10.

Dave C.

Yelp
Best meal I've ever had... From the rosemary cheddar popovers to the akaushi rib eye steak... Amazing!

Yvonne T.

Yelp
Would definitely go back. We were able to book a reservation for 4 easily. I know it's a steakhouse but wow, the Cajun shrimp pasta was my favorite.

Phil P.

Yelp
Excellent steakhouse in the spice Village shopping center. Outstanding customer service, great atmosphere, high-quality food, great drinks and a creative menu. We came here after 8 PM on a weeknight and they were open and gladly took our party of three. We ordered the New York strip and a petite fillet. We ordered a wedge salad with blue cheese, tuna, tower, and for our sides we had brussels sprouts and waffle fries, all of which was outstanding. Our waitress was Bridget and she was knowledgeable, friendly, and eager to help. She is fluent in sign language in the event that it's necessary. The weight staff are put through rigorous training and testing to ensure customer satisfaction. This is far and above what my expectations were for Steakhouse in Waco, Texas and this is a really outstanding place

Chantal S.

Yelp
Second time here-- did not disappoint, again! Highly recommend the lobster bisque...super rich, but super worth it! Tonight, tried the spicy tuna roll on the happy hour menu- very tasty and super reasonable at $9. Also opted for the gulf shrimp cocktail and roasted garlic sautéed spinach- both were great (I will smell like garlic for days)! . Sat at the bar again- Ike was great, personable! Casual steakhouse....nice vibes!

Alex G.

Yelp
Good food, steak was great and service was top notch. Not cheap but a good dining experience usually isn't, a must try if you're in Waco.

Brandon W.

Yelp
The server presentations were great but and a very big but she took 20 plus minutes to take our order. Then I ordered the dry aged ribeye and half of it was burnt to a crisp. Come on now if I am going to pay that much for a dry aged steak at least it should be cooked properly. All in all it's not worth the money honestly the atmosphere and service is not worth the price.

Nathan S.

Yelp
Very interesting interior, old textile mill. Great server who kept checking back with us. Wedge salad, Perfect 16oz ribeye with asparagus side and a chocolate tower to finish off the meal.

Nick C.

Yelp
Excellent experience! Great ambience, fantastic food, but the staff....... Our waiter, Donald, provided us with excellent service not only regarding the food, but also with his polite demeanor. The reception team were very welcoming and friendly, allowing us to ask questions about the establishment and the history behind it. Also, the food and dessert was incredibly exquisite, making even the most picky eater in our party enjoy the delicacies. As a result, Diamond Backs has earned these five stars for a job well done! Great restaurant!

Lauren G.

Yelp
A Texas style steakhouse- solid steak and a jumbo baked potato side. Both of our steaks were cooked perfectly with a nice char to them. The mushrooms were well seasoned but a little overly buttery for my taste. We tried the pressed sushi roll and it was okay... kind of large pieces that feel apart when you tried to eat it. Fish tasted fresh though. Dessert options looked good, we tried the red velvet bomb which was very moist. Good service and a nice unique wine list.

Chrissy C.

Yelp
Food was great (house and wedge salads, filet, shrimp Cajun pasta). Flights of red wines, all good. Service was also great. Ambiance was also very nice. Would go back for sure.

Leslie L.

Yelp
Honestly, best steak I've probably eaten in TX in last 9 years. Service was excellent. Every dish was perfect. Dessert menu was phenomenal! Thank you for a great dining experience Justin!

Omen S.

Yelp
Excellent seafood. Highly recommend the redfish and the red velvet cake. Stellar all around.

Jay L.

Yelp
As always, the food and service were awesome!Best NY steak around! Love the ambience, great experience!

Bret L.

Yelp
The calamari is amazing.. the fried banana peppers throughout the plate are delicious! Be prepared when they ask if you want to see the desserts. Your jaw will drop! It was so hard to choose! Will definitely go back if in Waco again.

Alex M.

Yelp
We stumbled on to DiamondBack's through Yelp. The reviews were spot on. We did not have a reservation so sat in the bar. The service was great, food excellent. The pork belly/bacon appetizer was awesome. We would plan to visit again.

Lacey R.

Yelp
Went here for an anniversary dinner and had an amazing experience! The food was incredible! My husband raved about how good the salad even was, and the steak was incredible. Dessert also great. Well-made drinks, excellent service. Highly recommended.

Maureen B.

Yelp
My husband, daughter and I had dinner here this evening. My daughter and I both tried The New Vegan Meatloaf! special. I don't know how they did it but it was the best meatloaf I have ever tasted. If I hadn't known it was vegan before ordering, I never would have known. It was that delicious!

Jessica H.

Yelp
Outstanding experience from hostess to server to food to ambiance ! Wait time - Called ahead to put our names on wait list on a Friday night around 6:50pm, was told about 45-60mins. No problem understandable and I appreciate them over estimating because we ended up being seated about 25 mins later! Hostess was friendly and welcoming, younger girl on 2/24/23. Server - Request Cullen, he made our night!! One of the best servers I've ever had. Knowledgeable, friendly and jovial while remaining professional, attentive, and never seemed rushed (kudos to your management for staffing well then also!!). Food - so good!! We ordered the petite filet burrata, the 8oz filet, sautéed spinach side, baked potato side, and asparagus side. The steaks are SO GOOD!! My friend also said the spinach was the best she's had. Drinks - my friend ordered toasted marshmallow Manhattan, too strong for her but i tried it and it was excellent! I just had a glass of Pinot Grigio and it was good. Ambiance - fantastic! Romantic steakhouse vibe, with western type pictures/decor but so elegant. Walked by the bar and that looks great place to have a refined drink and good conversation with someone. Thank you DiamondBacks for a wonderful evening for this Cali girl visiting.

Denise S.

Yelp
Had a Texas size ' "Beef. It's what's for dinner." ' moment and needed a great steak. Reservations at DiamondBack. Without a doubt this was a five star experience. From ambience to food to service, it was all excellent. Lobster Bisque and House Salad for starters. Split a Bone-in Cowboy Rib Eye with Au Gratin Potatoes and Brussel Sprouts as sides. All delicious. But that steak! Holy moly. Perfectly cooked to medium temp, tender, juicy. Wow. We were absolutely stuffed, but every time that damn dessert cart went rolling by, we rubber necked to see what was on it and what each table ordered. We split the chocolate tower that was a three layer monstrosity that included mousse and cheesecake all covered in dark chocolate. Another big, wow. And our server, Tyler, was terrific. Super personable, helpful with menu selection and provided impeccable service. Truly a wonderful dinner for our last night in Waco.

Theresa B.

Yelp
OMG so so SOOOO YUMMY. AND POPOVERS! SO GOOD I have died and gone to heaven! I got extra popovers and headed them for 20 seconds in the microwave the next day and they were still AMAZING! My chicken was fab!

Alicia C.

Yelp
The ambiance was great. Definitely high end steakhouse feel. I always think it's funny when places want you to make a reservation and you get there and you still have to wait and then they walk you to your table and there's tons of empty tables. I get it, there might not be enough servers but that's the scheduler's fault. You know they can afford to put more servers on the schedule. We had the Calamari appetizer, I've had better. The batter wasn't cooked all the way and fell of the squid. The side Caesar Salad was extremely small but tasty. The Wedge Salad was good. For entrees we had Sushi, Chicken Parmesan and Chicken-Fried Venison. They were also good. We had a glass of wine and beers. A place like this, I think should have tap beer but they only had bottles. We didn't have desert but they looked good and all of them were really big portions. Service was good. We of course considered having steaks since it's a steakhouse but they were so expensive, we got other items. I get it, it's a high end steakhouse but come on, between $60-$140 for a steak, only, please. Especially, since I can buy grass fed meat myself. I know you're also paying for the ambiance and service too, so I can see going to a place like this every once in a while. So we got 4 beers, 1 glass of wine, appetizer, and 3 entrees and we spent $200. All and all it was good. I would recommend it, if you don't mind spending the money.

Teresa B.

Yelp
The atmosphere was amazing and the dessert was so delicious. We were just in town for the night but this place was definitely on our list to check out.

Desirae E.

Yelp
Host was an absolute airhead with zero ability to help answer a simple question. Definitely don't understand how people like this place! It's just a target version of Texas Roadhouse

Donna R.

Yelp
Dined at 4:30 on Saturday. Six adults. Our waitress, Olivia was such pushy always upselling with subtle pressure. While a restaurant may like this, it soured all six of us to ever return, btw, out bill was near $900. The food was awful. Two of us had the lobster tail, which arrived cold, not even room temperature, cold, although it was supposed to be grilled. The person who order very rare filet, received medium, the person who ordered the rib eye said his steak was very tough although it also was supposed to be rare. The person who ordered the salmon said it was fine. Not a single side was delivered warm; the meal was awful! The alcoholic drinks were fine. Most miserable meal that lasted 3 hours. Miserable. Tom and Donna Riley

Nicole E.

Yelp
Steaks and sides were amazing. Definitely a hidden gem for out of towners. The ambience is very warming. Shout out to Donald Ray, our server who excelled and made us put this restaurant on our top Waco restaurant list. We will be back, thanks to Donald Ray!

Jack L.

Yelp
went here while in waco, it was awesome! we got the shrimp cocktail for an appetizer, one of the best in my life, they have specials, i was tempted to get the ribeye, but i did not. they gave us these fried hollow bread pieces with butter on the side, they were so good! ordered ravioli, and a 8 oz steak. + truffle fries, waited an hour and a half for our food, it was worth it, the ravioli was awesome, it even had caviar on it, my steak was so good, i was tempted to get that banana thing that they cook in front of you, i was way too full. service was awesome and nice. prices are...lets not talk about it, would definitely recommend this place for special occasions!

Carolyn H.

Yelp
Everything is always Phenomenal! From Ambiance, service, food, & drinks. We've gotten, sushi, tempura asparagus, & truffle fries. Steaks, Seafood, & Venison, with many different sides. We've chosen to sit at a dinning table & at the bar, any area is perfect. Can't wait to go again!

Kate N.

Yelp
Really sadly lackluster. Dusty inside. Ordered the slab bacon appetizer, arrived cold on the inside. Waited an exceedingly long time for salads, bread and eventually entrees. The sea bass was very salty, and the steaks were just ok. I've had similar if not better at Outback, tbh. Upon receiving the bill, I realized that I was charged $11 for the two olives in my martini, which was mostly vermouth. For the price, I cannot say it was worth it. Several years ago this was a premier steakhouse. I'm sad to say it is not now. Three stars was generous.

Dwayne O.

Yelp
Diamondbacks Had a Baylor Graduation Lunch here with a private room. Wonderful service from Tanya and made our celebration very nice. Had Prime Rib which was very good and Lava Cake for my dessert. Had a special request for Bananas Foster for the grad and was prepared excellent with a nice touch for our graduate. Diamondbacks did a wonderful lunch and a fun celebration was Had by all.

Steven ..

Yelp
Atmosphere is ok, nothing spectacular. The food was good and drinks were good as well. However, service was mediocre and the prices are extremely high for the quality of food and service

Jeff M.

Yelp
mondbacks Steakhouse, and I have to say, it was an absolutely incredible experience. The restaurant had a great ambiance and the service was outstanding, but the real star of the show was the steak - it was hands down the best I've ever had! Diamondbacks' steak was cooked to perfection, with a beautiful sear on the outside and a juicy, tender interior. Every bite was bursting with flavor, and the quality of the meat was simply outstanding. I was blown away by the attention to detail that went into preparing the steak - it was clear that the chef was a true master of their craft. In addition to the incredible steak, the sides and appetizers were also top-notch. We tried the roasted vegetables and the truffle fries, both of which were absolutely delicious and perfectly complemented the main course. Overall, I would highly recommend Diamondbacks Steakhouse to anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience. The quality of the food is simply outstanding, and the service and ambiance make for a truly special evening. If you're a steak lover, you absolutely have to try the steak at Diamondbacks - it's the best I've ever had, and I'm sure you'll agree!

Erin S.

Yelp
My husband and I went last night and had a delicious meal with great service. Our bartender (I don't remember her name) was very friendly and my husband said this was one of his top 5 best steaks of all time (and we eat at a lot of good steak restaurants). We will be back again when in Waco!

Tracy W.

Yelp
The SERVICE from the hostesses right down the line was amazing ! Thank you server COBE!! Thank you kind hostesses !! And YES to the delicious food and mock tail menu !

Beth B.

Yelp
Great service and staff! Food was delicious!! And the bartender makes terrific drinks!!

Jeffrey C.

Yelp
We went to Diamondback's right at opening on a Saturday afternoon. The waiter was very knowledgeable and helpful with recommendations. Shared some interesting anecdotes about famous people that have been through the restaurant. We had the bacon appetizer which you should definitely order. Slab of bacon with a glaze of some sort drizzled on top. Excellent option. Steaks were well seasoned and cooked perfectly. Sides were really good especially the au gratin potatoes. We got the truffle fries as well. No complaints. Will definitely come again!

Phil M.

Yelp
We had recommendations about this place and we're in town for family weekend in Baylor. We had a reservation so we sat down quickly. The Caesar salad was really good as was the bread that she brought to the table. I got the lobster bisque. It was good, but could've had more lobster for the price. My son and I shared the Wagyu ribeye that was really really good. I asked the waitress if the fries were freshly cut and she said yes, but that was not true. The fries had to be from a frozen bag. The service was OK, Not great. We will definitely be back to eat here again!

Kevin S.

Yelp
Great food and atmosphere. terrific wine list. Servers remember you and what you like.

Sal J.

Yelp
Great food. Great ambiance Prices are quite steep, but the food still is delicious. Drinks are really delicious.

Marcus C.

Yelp
Great ambiance. Wonderful whiskey and cocktail selection. Steak was made perfect and was checked with me on the color before serving. Bar tender was attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and makes great drinks. Sides where large portioned but well made. The BREAD was worth coming back for all by itself! Share the deserts or ask for a box after they are examples of letting the kitchen have fun and making wild and tasty products. Enjoy desert with an excellent port selection.

Amelia B.

Yelp
Great place- my boyfriend and I come here for special occasions and are always treated so kindly. The staff is super friendly, and the options are very good, food is consistently excellent.

Kim L.

Yelp
Delicious and Jacobo is the BEST server! Learns your style and never disappoints when it comes to service! Love their steaks and seafood! When I go to dinner I love a dark romantic vibe and DB is the place to go

Silvina S.

Yelp
Great steak place on our way to Austin. Steak was delicious and sides were perfect. Service was excellent!

Foodie B.

Yelp
I was turned away at the door several weeks back because of "IT issues" and "only the ability to seat those with reservations" when the restaurant was at half capacity. I wrote a negative review and someone immediately reached out to me to attempt to make it right. I was impressed with the promptness, I wasn't asking or looking for anything and was offered a gift card. I (without being ask) was compelled to delete my negative review. However the gift card never showed up so now they let me down twice! I was in town seeing my kiddo at Baylor a few days ago and they wanted "steak" and it made me think of this place. We went to Texas Road House (I know it's not even comparable to this place) but neither of us were let down!

Debra H.

Yelp
Very very good. Steaks were well cooked, popovers !!! Drinks awesome. Service top notch !

Andrea S.

Yelp
Superb food, excellent service by our server Adam and we will be back often! I highly recommend treating yourself and your family to this upscale steakhouse in Waco! I recommend the filet, lobster bisque, and the crab cakes. My dinner companions loved the Miso Salmon, the cajun pasta, the wedge salad, and the mac and cheese. Update: We returned again to Diamondbacks for Sing! Weekend and had another Wonderful dinner! Thank you for consistency; you have earned a huge fan!

Scarlett E.

Yelp
Get a reservation. The food is amazing but really great service as well. We were seated right away on a Friday evening. The place was packed. To start we ordered the colossal shrimp cocktail & they were so good. The wine menu is brought to you on an iPad so you can get a little information about each one. Some really great choices. The puff pastries with rosemary and butter were to die for. Please get the lobster bisque & dip the pastry in it. Those 2 belong together. The wedge is kinda half a wedge really but the house made blue cheese dressing was delicious. I ordered the petite steak burrata and the steak was perfectly cooked & seasoned well. Had to end with bananas foster being from Louisiana but omg this bananas foster will give Brennans a run for the money. It's a little different and I loved it! It's super cozy in there and perfect for date night or celebrations. Definitely going back while in Waco.

Kia D.

Yelp
Such a beautiful restaurant with Edison style lighting and a lot of dark wood features. We made a reservation to play it safe on a Friday night and we got a big booth table that was so comfortable and romantic. Our server seemed off and we were wondering the whole time what was going on with him. He was very nice and informative, but he seemed like he was either overwhelmed or got thrown off by us being in his section. It made it a little uncomfortable and a constant wonder throughout our dinner service. Our food was delicious! I had the prime rib and my husband had a ribeye. Both were delicious, tender and clearly very high quality. The Cesar salad that came with our entree was good, croutons were very good and the pop overs that came with our salads were divine! We also ordered one of the steakhouse sides, mashed potatoes, and they were very creamy and flavorful. With that said, it was very expensive! Easily the most expensive steakhouse I've been to throughout the United States. If you're looking for a very nice dinner out with high quality steaks in Waco then I highly recommend it!

Karah Espin’s A.

Yelp
The service was AMAZING!! Thank you Coby for taking care of us. I will say that we could not watch the Dallas Cowboys.... but the food made up for that.