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The Vibe Waco's Favorite Date Night Experiences

Whether you're planning a romantic dinner, a casual night out, or cocktails and live music, we've curated some of the best date night spots in Waco to make your evening unforgettable.

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Pair a romantic dinner with live music or dessert afterward to create the perfect evening.

OneThirtyFive Prime

1201 Hewitt Drive, Suite 110, Waco, TX 76712

Dim lighting, premium steaks and an extensive wine selection make OneThirtyFive Prime a dependable choice for anniversaries, celebrations and dressed-up date nights.

Di Campli’s Italian Ristorante

6500 Woodway Drive, Suite 121, Waco, TX 76712

Share fresh pasta, Italian favorites, wine and cocktails in an inviting setting that feels special without being overly formal.

Red Herring at Hotel Herringbone

319 S. 4th Street, Waco, TX 76701

Red Herring pairs coastal Mediterranean dishes and craft cocktails with a dramatic dining room and grand-piano atmosphere. It is one of downtown Waco’s most distinctive date-night settings.

DiamondBack’s

217 Mary Avenue, Waco, TX 76701

A longtime Waco favorite for steaks, seafood, sushi and special occasions, DiamondBack’s offers a polished downtown dining experience with true Texas hospitality.

Circa Bar & Kitchen

2200 Robinson Drive, Waco, TX 76706

Circa combines an innovative, globally influenced menu with artfully crafted cocktails and a stylish atmosphere suited to both intimate dinners and lively evenings out.

Casa do Brasil

1001 Webster Avenue, Waco, TX 76706

Turn dinner into an experience with fire-roasted meats served tableside, a large gourmet salad bar and a setting that works especially well for celebrations. The restaurant also offers a Tuesday Couples Night.

Barnett’s Whiskey House

420 Franklin Avenue, Waco, TX 76701

Barnett’s is a relaxed downtown option for couples who enjoy good food, craft cocktails and an impressive whiskey selection without the formality of a traditional fine-dining restaurant.

Waco Escape Rooms

711 Washington Avenue, Waco, TX 76701

Trade the usual dinner date for puzzles, clues and a little friendly pressure. It is a fun way to work together, laugh and see how well you communicate.

Painting with a Twist

1621 N. Valley Mills Drive, Waco, TX 76710

Choose a painting from the studio calendar and enjoy a guided, creative date where all the art supplies are provided. Many adult classes are BYOB, making it an easy activity to personalize.

Valley Mills Vineyards

1686 FM 1637, Valley Mills, TX 76689

Take a short drive outside Waco for Texas-made wine, a relaxed tasting room and peaceful vineyard surroundings. It is especially nice for couples wanting something quieter than a downtown evening.

Silos Tuscan Market

401 S. 3rd Street, Suite B, Waco, TX 76706

Silos Tuscan Market offers wine, Italian-inspired food and cocktails in a relaxed downtown setting. It is an inviting choice for couples who want dinner and drinks in one easy stop.

Pivovar Beer Spa

320 S. 8th Street, Waco, TX 76701

For a date-night experience that is anything but ordinary, Pivovar offers private beer-spa treatments alongside its Czech-inspired hotel, brewery and restaurant. With only two soaking tubs, it is especially suited to a memorable couples experience.

Basin Climbing and Fitness

650 Alliance Parkway, Hewitt, TX 76643

Couples can trade the traditional dinner date for bouldering, ropes and a little friendly encouragement. Beginners are welcome, making Basin an active date option even if neither person has climbed before.

Cinemark Waco and XD

2400 Creekview Drive, Waco, TX 76711

Keep date night classic with a movie, comfortable Luxury Loungers and plenty of snack options. Its XD auditorium and D-BOX seating also offer an upgraded experience for a highly anticipated new release.

Waco Civic Theatre

1517 Lake Air Drive, Waco, TX 76710

Plan an evening around a locally produced play or musical at this longtime Waco arts institution. Checking the current performance calendar makes it easy to turn live theatre into a more memorable date night.

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