5 Romantic Restaurants in Downtown, Waco TX for a Date
Updated 11 October 2026 · 6 restaurants in Downtown, Waco TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers romantic restaurants in Downtown, Waco, Texas, for couples planning a date night. The businesses are drawn from those Google lists as Romantic, then ranked by rating, and six qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry uses listed hours, price range, address and amenities, along with what reviewers mention about food, service and atmosphere. Ratings are as shown on Google at the time of the data pull, so check the listing before booking.
#1
Di Campli’s Italian Ristorante
★ 4.6 (1,080 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$20–60 per person
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Di Campli’s Italian Ristorante on Woodway Drive has a $20 to $60 price range and a 4.6 rating from 1,080 reviews. Google lists a great wine list, great cocktails, great dessert and coffee, along with outdoor seating. Reviewers mention a flavorful French onion soup, a carbonara with a large serving, and an atmosphere they describe as amazing. One reviewer praises the service during a first visit.
Best for: Date night with wine and cocktails
- Address
- 6500 Woodway Dr Ste 121, Waco, TX 76712, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–2 pm, 4–9 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–2 pm, 4–9 pm; Tue 11 am–2 pm, 4–9 pm; Wed 11 am–2 pm, 4–9 pm
#2
MOROSO Italian Ristorante
★ 4.5 (1,232 Google reviews)Italian restaurant
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MOROSO Italian Ristorante on Bosque Boulevard is rated 4.5 from 1,232 reviews and does not list a price range. Google attributes include outdoor seating, great dessert, a wine list and spirits. Reviewers mention an owner who visited every table, a wood-fired pizza, and a server who offered suggestions. One reviewer returned after nearly ten years, noting that the restaurant was once called Moroso Wood Fired Pizzeria.
Best for: Romantic dinners with a wine list
- Address
- 4700 Bosque Blvd, Waco, TX 76710, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–2 pm, 5–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 5–10 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm; Tue 11 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm; Wed 11 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm
#3
Pignetti's Waco
★ 4.5 (661 Google reviews)Italian restaurant
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Pignetti's Waco has a fireplace listed among its attributes, which reviewers mention as a cozy touch on a cool evening. Hours run from 11 am on Fridays and Saturdays until 10 pm, with dinner sittings on weekdays. Google also lists great cocktails, great dessert, a great wine list and outdoor seating. One reviewer praised the pork chop, pastas and appetizers, and another described a reservation for eight that was seated right away.
Best for: Fireplace dinners with wine
- Address
- 401 S 3rd St, Waco, TX 76706, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 4–9 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 11 am–2 pm; Thu 11 am–2 pm, 4–9 pm; Tue 11 am–2 pm, 4–9 pm; Wed 11 am–2 pm, 4–9 pm
#4
Portofino's Italian Restaurant
★ 4.4 (942 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$20–30 per person
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Portofino's Italian Restaurant on Austin Avenue is rated 4.4 from 942 reviews, with a $20 to $30 price range. Google lists live music, happy-hour drinks, small plates, wine and cocktails. Reviewers mention fried calamari, chicken parmigiano, warm fresh bread and fresh vegetables cooked well. One reviewer describes the room as low-key and dimly lit, with Italian music in the background. Another mentions a celebration held in the upstairs private party room.
Best for: Dimly lit Italian date night
- Address
- 725 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 11 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#5
DiamondBack's
★ 4.4 (836 Google reviews)Steak house$100+ per person
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DiamondBack's on Mary Avenue is a steak house with a listed price range of $100 or more, rated 4.4 from 836 reviews. It is open Monday to Saturday from 4 pm and closed on Sundays. Google lists outdoor seating, a private dining room, a great wine list, great cocktails and great dessert. Reviewers mention attentive service and a dessert they found delicious. One reviewer describes long waits and dishes that did not match the price.
Best for: Steak dinners for a special occasion
- Address
- 217 Mary Ave, Waco, TX 76701, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4–11 pm; Mon 4–10 pm; Sat 4–11 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 4–10 pm; Tue 4–10 pm; Wed 4–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 restaurants in Downtown, Waco TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Romantic”, 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
- Di Campli’s Italian Ristorante, MOROSO Italian Ristorante, Pignetti's Waco, Portofino's Italian Restaurant and DiamondBack's take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- 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?
Di Campli’s Italian Ristorante ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.6 from 1,080 reviews. MOROSO Italian Ristorante is second at 4.5 from 1,232 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Waco TX are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is DiamondBack's, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Di Campli’s Italian Ristorante $20–60; Portofino's Italian Restaurant $20–30; DiamondBack's $100+. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Di Campli’s Italian Ristorante, MOROSO Italian Ristorante, Pignetti's Waco, Portofino's Italian Restaurant and DiamondBack's.
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