Best places in McLennan County

Discover the best places in McLennan County, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 943 places in the county.

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Waco Axe Company
Amusement center
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ This place is a MUST experience!! My husband and I had an absolute blast. The games were just a bonus to the fun! A perfect place for a night out with the crew. Huge shout-out to the hosts! These guys keep the energy flowing. We will be back!
5.00 (1.1K reviews)
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Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
Hawaiian restaurant
๐Ÿ‘ It's really a nice place for a quick Hawaiian BBQ meal. The staff was friendly and helpful. The facilities were well kept and the vibes were good! I ordered the Honolulu Chicken, and my wife ordered the Teriyaki Chicken. The macaroni salad and rice were really good, too! I will be back!
$$ $$
4.90 (3.1K reviews)
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Crumbl - Waco
Dessert shop
$$ $$
4.90 (2.5K reviews)
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Cameron Park
City park
400-acre park featuring 2 rivers, cliffs & playgrounds, plus hiking, biking & festival areas.
4.80 (3.8K reviews)
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Bitty & Beau's Coffee
Coffee shop
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ The coffee was exceptional and the service was amazing! The interior was beautiful and well done. This place is super special and I always love coming here!
4.90 (720 reviews)
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Mayborn Museum Complex
Museum
Exhibits exploring science, natural history & communications, plus a 19th-century village.
4.80 (1.8K reviews)
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Cafe Homestead
American restaurant
Longtime restaurant known for locally sourced American cuisine & special farm-to-table dinners.
$$ $$
4.80 (1.2K reviews)
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Christi's Burgers
Hamburger restaurant
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Stopped by here with some family while Traveling from Austin to Dallas. We were looking for a little something off the beaten path and we really found it with Christiโ€™s. This place is as old school as you can get, the menu appears to be exactly the same as the day the doors open but with higher pric...
$ $$$
4.80 (894 reviews)
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Waco Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center
Surgical center
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Dr. Contreras is great. He spends the time needed with his patients to make them feel comfortable and valued. The staff is very helpful, pleasant and caring.
4.80 (773 reviews)
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Fabled Bookshop & Cafe
Book store
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Absolutely lovely little (big) book shop and cafe in downtown Waco. The coffee was superb, the coffee cake was yummy, but the decor and whole experience there was everything you hope for when you go to a book shop & cafe. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable and it was the perfect spot for me t...
4.80 (755 reviews)
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Texas Ranger Hall of Fame & Museum
Heritage museum
Paean to famed lawmen features history, artifacts, photos & more, plus programs & a research center.
4.70 (2.6K reviews)
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Waco Suspension Bridge
Bridge
Historic suspension bridge, the longest of its kind West of the Mississippi when built in 1870.
4.70 (2.3K reviews)
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Homestead Heritage
Cafe
$$ $$
4.80 (598 reviews)
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McLane Stadium
Stadium
4.70 (1.6K reviews)
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Live Oak Lake
Resort hotel
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ We loved our stay in Issacโ€™s cabin. We were a little late checking in and it seems like we just couldnโ€™t stay long enough to try out all the features. I will highly recommend to family and friends as well to stay here. Close to Waco but very quiet, no highway noise. Close to Homestead Heritage and t...
4.90 (328 reviews)
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Cinemark Waco and XD
Movie theater
Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.
4.70 (1.1K reviews)
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HGS Self Storage
Self-storage facility
4.90 (292 reviews)
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Dubl-R Old Fashioned Hamburgers
Hamburger restaurant
License plates line the walls of this tiny joint with a simple menu of burgers & classic sides.
$ $$$
4.70 (995 reviews)
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Gerik's Ole Czech Bakery & Deli
Bakery
Low-key bakeshop producing kolaches, rolls & other classic pastries in a wide choice of flavors.
$ $$$
4.70 (869 reviews)
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Revival Eastside Eatery
Restaurant
Stylish spot in a former church with locally sourced burgers, salads & sandwiches, plus wine & beer.
4.80 (412 reviews)
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