Terracotta on Taylor Guidebook - What to do, where to go!
My favorite eateries (that you can walk to from the house)
Cool, hip but casual and friendly atmosphere. It's literally a stone's throw from the house and has an an amazing hamburger (plus super fresh and unique salads, and sandwiches).
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Revival Eastside Eatery
704 Elm AveCool, hip but casual and friendly atmosphere. It's literally a stone's throw from the house and has an an amazing hamburger (plus super fresh and unique salads, and sandwiches).
Super delicious Thai food, just across the river (5 blocks from the house). Their Cashew Chicken is fabulous and they are super close to call in an order. It's always ready within 10 mins and you can bring it back to the house and enjoy (or dine in).
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Bangkok Royal
215 S University Parks DrSuper delicious Thai food, just across the river (5 blocks from the house). Their Cashew Chicken is fabulous and they are super close to call in an order. It's always ready within 10 mins and you can bring it back to the house and enjoy (or dine in).
A wide variety of Japanese crepes (Savory and sweet), sushi, burritos and more - just over the river from the house.
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J-Petal & Poke’ Waco
315 S University Parks DrA wide variety of Japanese crepes (Savory and sweet), sushi, burritos and more - just over the river from the house.
St. Dog Cafe - just a few blocks from the house is a great hangout - deleicous coffee and baked goods, plus always a few fresh dishes for lunch.
406 Elm Ave
St. Dog Cafe - just a few blocks from the house is a great hangout - deleicous coffee and baked goods, plus always a few fresh dishes for lunch.
My favorite eateries within 2 miles of the house
Hecho en Waco ("Made en Waco") is the cutest Mexican restaurant with superb food and fun drinks. Get the jalapeno margarita - truly delicious! They also have several great patios and view of the Silos.
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Hecho En Waco Mexican Cuisine
300 S 6th StHecho en Waco ("Made en Waco") is the cutest Mexican restaurant with superb food and fun drinks. Get the jalapeno margarita - truly delicious! They also have several great patios and view of the Silos.
Fast drive through for the best custard around (around 8th street and just off the frontage road of I-35). a short 5 minute drive from the house.
Andy's Frozen Custard
900 S 8th StFast drive through for the best custard around (around 8th street and just off the frontage road of I-35). a short 5 minute drive from the house.
Best breakfast tacos around. Call in only right now - but sooo delcish!
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Lolita's Restaurante
1911 Franklin AveBest breakfast tacos around. Call in only right now - but sooo delcish!
for coffee purists, set in a neighborhood, not far way and has a hip vibe, with a lot of bright wooden tones.
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Pinewood Coffee Bar
2223 Austin Avefor coffee purists, set in a neighborhood, not far way and has a hip vibe, with a lot of bright wooden tones.
A local favorite for Vietnamese (Pho and more) – right on Franklin (which is the same street as Taylor)
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Clay Pot Restaurant
416 Franklin AveA local favorite for Vietnamese (Pho and more) – right on Franklin (which is the same street as Taylor)
A Mexican bakery with incredible assortment of pan dulce (sweet breads) – but if you aren’t from Texas, this is a truly authentic Mexican experience (you might as well be in Mexico, a lot of fun).
Jimenez Bakery
1915 Dutton AveA Mexican bakery with incredible assortment of pan dulce (sweet breads) – but if you aren’t from Texas, this is a truly authentic Mexican experience (you might as well be in Mexico, a lot of fun).
Magnolia Table
2132 S Valley Mills DrDelicious food and an must visit!
My Favorite Places to get a Drink (within a few miles of the house)
best rooftop bar in Waco. They have an incredible award winning bourbon drink, wine, full bar, cheese boar, crepes and more (the upstairs inside bar has an ornate, 18 foot birch bar that was made in 1811 for a saloon in Oregon. It’s gorgeous and worth a visit).
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Z's at the Curry
611 Washington Avebest rooftop bar in Waco. They have an incredible award winning bourbon drink, wine, full bar, cheese boar, crepes and more (the upstairs inside bar has an ornate, 18 foot birch bar that was made in 1811 for a saloon in Oregon. It’s gorgeous and worth a visit).
This is a fun rooftop bar with live music on Saturday evenings. But get there at 4 to be sure and grab a table (limited seating with Covid)
The Hightop at the Hippodrome
724 Austin AveThis is a fun rooftop bar with live music on Saturday evenings. But get there at 4 to be sure and grab a table (limited seating with Covid)
This is relaxed but vibrant pub with craft beer and local spirits (and the most delicious sautéed cauliflower dish you’ve ever had!)
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True Love Bar
414 Franklin AveThis is relaxed but vibrant pub with craft beer and local spirits (and the most delicious sautéed cauliflower dish you’ve ever had!)
Just down the street from the Silos – the great outdoor hangout has a stage, big trees, picnic tables, good grub, corn hole, billiards and great cold beer!
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The Backyard Bar Stage and Grill
511 S 8th StJust down the street from the Silos – the great outdoor hangout has a stage, big trees, picnic tables, good grub, corn hole, billiards and great cold beer!
This is a lively spot that goes back 75 years. A favorite with sports fans and Baylor students. Known for it’s down home cooking and many drinks from beer to margaritas and more. (go to the original location at 1925 Speight Ave.)
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George’s Restaurant Bar & Catering
1925 Speight AveThis is a lively spot that goes back 75 years. A favorite with sports fans and Baylor students. Known for it’s down home cooking and many drinks from beer to margaritas and more. (go to the original location at 1925 Speight Ave.)
Best Outdoor Spots & Activities (Super Close)
Cameron Park
2601 N University Parks DrMountain bikers love the 20 miles of trails in Cameron Park.
The zoo is less than two miles from the house, and such a fun thing to do with families. It's in a lovely setting, so pretty.
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Cameron Park Zoo
1701 N 4th StThe zoo is less than two miles from the house, and such a fun thing to do with families. It's in a lovely setting, so pretty.
With 20 miles of trails through the woods and along the river, be sure to bring you walking or jogging shoes . You'll find it safe with bikers, hikers and walkers. Bring your ear pods!
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Cameron Park
2601 N University Parks DrWith 20 miles of trails through the woods and along the river, be sure to bring you walking or jogging shoes . You'll find it safe with bikers, hikers and walkers. Bring your ear pods!
McLane Stadium is just a short walk from the house on some very nice trails (less than a mile).
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McLane Stadium
1001 S M.L.K. Jr BlvdMcLane Stadium is just a short walk from the house on some very nice trails (less than a mile).
It's a 4 block walk from the house - you can paddle board or canoe up and down the river. So beautiful!
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Waco Paddle Company
200 S University Parks DrIt's a 4 block walk from the house - you can paddle board or canoe up and down the river. So beautiful!
The Riverwalk is a must! On the way to the zoo, you'll see lovely animal sculptures. It's just over the River at Elm Street (about half a mile from the house).
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Waco Riverwalk
Waco RiverwalkThe Riverwalk is a must! On the way to the zoo, you'll see lovely animal sculptures. It's just over the River at Elm Street (about half a mile from the house).
Jacob's Ladder, in Cameron Park is a favorite with hikers and anybody who wants to sprint up the steep steps to the top.
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Jacob's Ladder
2500 Cameron Park DrJacob's Ladder, in Cameron Park is a favorite with hikers and anybody who wants to sprint up the steep steps to the top.
Great little farmer's market every Saturday 9a to 1p, so much fun. At 500 Washington Ave (less than a mile from the house).
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Waco Downtown Farmer's Market
500 Washington AveGreat little farmer's market every Saturday 9a to 1p, so much fun. At 500 Washington Ave (less than a mile from the house).
McLane Stadium
1001 S M.L.K. Jr BlvdFood scene
The Farmers Market is so fun and in a gorgeous setting. Look up and between the trees, you'll see the most stately building in Waco, the Courthouse.
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Waco Downtown Farmer's Market
500 Washington AveThe Farmers Market is so fun and in a gorgeous setting. Look up and between the trees, you'll see the most stately building in Waco, the Courthouse.
Sightseeing
Mamoth National Monument is less than 6 miles from the house and so much fun for the kids!
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Waco Mammoth National Monument
6220 Steinbeck Bend DrMamoth National Monument is less than 6 miles from the house and so much fun for the kids!
Shopping
Just a mile from the house, Magnolia Market and silos is a must see for ladies' groups to Waco.
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Magnolia Market Silos
601 Webster AveJust a mile from the house, Magnolia Market and silos is a must see for ladies' groups to Waco.
Vintage shopping is at its best along La Salle street (not far from the house)
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The Junky Monkey
1715 La Salle AveVintage shopping is at its best along La Salle street (not far from the house)