5 Affordable Restaurants in Downtown, Waco TX
Updated 11 October 2026 · 19 restaurants in Downtown, Waco TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five affordable restaurants in Downtown Waco, TX, selected from 19 qualifying businesses. Places were first sorted by Google price tier and then ordered by rating, so the list favors lower-cost options that still earn strong reviews. Prices shown are the ranges listed on each business's Google profile, and some listings do not show a range at all. Hours, addresses and attributes come from the same listings. Review notes describe what customers have written. Check current menus and hours before heading out.
#1
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
★ 4.9 (7,181 Google reviews)Hawaiian restaurant$10–20 per person
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Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, at 825 S 6th St, is rated 4.9 from 7,181 Google reviews and has a listed price range of $10 to $20. It is open every day from 10 am until 3 am. The listing shows counter service, takeaway, delivery and drive-through. Reviewers say the food arrives fast and tastes good, and the dining room is clean and easy to use. Several like ordering from the touchscreen kiosk, since there is no line to wait in. One reviewer mentioned that dishes are named on the to-go containers.
Best for: Late-night, low-cost counter meals
- Address
- 825 S 6th St, Waco, TX 76706, United States
- Hours
- daily 10 am–3 am
#2
World Cup Cafe and Fair Trade Market
★ 4.8 (1,884 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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World Cup Cafe and Fair Trade Market, at 1321 N 15th St, has a listed price range of $10 to $20 and a 4.8 rating from 1,884 Google reviews. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 7 am to 2 pm, Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm and Sunday from 9 am to 2 pm. Monday is closed. The listing identifies it as women-owned and shows breakfast, lunch, brunch, takeaway and dine-in. Reviewers mention an omelet made to order, a fresh biscuit, and a BLT with onion rings. Several say prices felt very reasonable for the portions.
Best for: Affordable breakfast and lunch
- Address
- 1321 N 15th St, Waco, TX 76707, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–2 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–2 pm; Sun 9 am–2 pm; Thu 7 am–2 pm; Tue 7 am–2 pm; Wed 7 am–2 pm
#3
J-Petal & Poke’ Waco
★ 4.7 (651 Google reviews)Asian restaurant$10–20 per person
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J-Petal & Poke' Waco, at 315 S University Parks Dr, #120, has a 4.7 rating from 651 Google reviews and a price range of $10 to $20. It is open Monday through Saturday from 11 am to 9 pm, and Sundays are closed. Google lists curbside pickup, delivery, takeaway, dine-in, vegan and vegetarian options, a salad bar and catering. Reviewers mention a sushi bowl with spicy crab and avocado, a Hawaiian poke bowl with fresh tuna, and a mango colada. Many say the portions are generous and that service stays efficient when busy.
Best for: Poke bowls and sushi-style bowls
- Address
- 315 S University Parks Dr #120, Waco, TX 76701, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–9 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#4
Huaco Eatery
★ 4.7 (486 Google reviews)Mexican restaurant$10–20 per person
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Huaco Eatery, at 720 Franklin Ave, is a Mexican restaurant with a 4.7 rating from 486 Google reviews and a price range of $10 to $20. It is open Monday through Thursday from 11 am to 8:30 pm, Friday and Saturday until 9:30 pm, and Sunday until 8 pm. Google lists dine-in, takeaway, delivery, counter service, Wi-Fi and healthy options. Reviewers mention a beef torta, a mango drink and taquitos with green salsa. Many say the food tastes homestyle and the service is fast and friendly.
Best for: Torta, taquitos and homestyle Mexican food
- Address
- 720 Franklin Ave, Waco, TX 76701, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9:30 pm; Mon 11 am–8:30 pm; Sat 11 am–9:30 pm; Sun 11 am–8 pm; Thu 11 am–8:30 pm; Tue 11 am–8:30 pm; Wed 11 am–8:30 pm
#5
Baris
★ 4.6 (2,311 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$10–20 per person
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Baris, at 904 N Valley Mills Dr, is an Italian restaurant rated 4.6 from 2,311 Google reviews, with a price range of $10 to $20. It is open Tuesday through Thursday until 10 pm, Friday and Saturday until 11 pm, and Sunday from noon to 10 pm. Monday is closed. Google lists dine-in, takeaway, delivery, table service and catering. Reviewers mention homemade bread, fried cheese and a shrimp and chicken alfredo. A few reviewers were disappointed with takeout spaghetti and meatballs, so ordering choice matters.
Best for: Classic red-sauce dishes and homemade bread
- Address
- 904 N Valley Mills Dr, Waco, TX 76710, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–11 pm; Sun 12–10 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 19 restaurants in Downtown, Waco TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- World Cup Cafe and Fair Trade Market and Baris take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, World Cup Cafe and Fair Trade Market opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 7,181 reviews. World Cup Cafe and Fair Trade Market is second at 4.8 from 1,884 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Waco TX are open late?
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill stays open until 3 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Hawaiian Bros Island Grill $10–20; World Cup Cafe and Fair Trade Market $10–20; J-Petal & Poke’ Waco $10–20; Huaco Eatery $10–20; Baris $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, World Cup Cafe and Fair Trade Market, J-Petal & Poke’ Waco, Huaco Eatery and Baris.
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