Donna Shelton

First time here, but will not be the last. Food was hot and fresh, staff was great. I had the Carnitas plate for lunch and queso. So good! CHIPS are amazing!! Light and airy. Green salsa VERY spicy and delicious. Eat with caution. Lol enjoy!

Tiph S

Enjoyed the shrimp cooked in garlic and butter with white rice and zucchini. Waitress was wonderful when I asked her about gluten free and whether the dish or dessert had flour in it or not. Also tried the caramel flan, very good! Chips were good too - Not warm but still good. The jamaica juice drink was great also. Definitely a great experience! Update: new favorites is the scramble with bacon and tequila sunrise for brunch!

+2

Hungry Sparrow

Started with a watermelon margarita awesome summer drink. The chips came out with a small dish of refried beans. The food was great and much better than I was expecting. Full of flavor. The waiter was awesome he even let us try the sauce for mole before we ordered. He was very personable and made a great experience.

+4

Lupe Torres

Great selection of tequila and margaritas! The fajita serving size for two is plentiful and enough to take home. The chicharones are a great appetizer. Been here plenty of times and it is always good. I usually skip the rice since I’m not a fan of white rice.

Dace Lucia Kidd

Hecho in Waco has become my favorite Mexican restaurant. The food is delicious and always fresh. Great menu choices from appetizers, soups, tacos and entrees. It shows that someone really cares and thought about sharing the passion. Margarita selection is very creative and I love that they are as well the shots served with a huge juicy slice of an orange. Makes me feel like I am in Mexico. Perfect service. I hope I can be back as soon and try all my favorite dishes.

Caleb McKamie

Excellent experience here! I got the Chimichanga and my wife had Che's Tacos. We also ordered the Queso and it was SO GOOD. The tortillas are homemade, the facilities are clean, the food is AWESOME, and the wait staff is super efficient! AWESOME MEAL here.

Was just looking for a quick bite to take back to my hotel room. Had a drink at the bar while I waited.\n\nPlace was clean, service was excellent and I was happy to find the 'light meal' of tacos I o…

Was just looking for a quick bite to take back to my hotel room. Had a drink at the bar while I waited.\n\nPlace was clean, service was excellent and I was happy to find the 'light meal' of tacos I…

Was just looking for a quick bite to take back to my hotel room. Had a drink at the bar while I waited.\n\nPlace was clean, service was excellent and I was happy to find the 'light meal' of tacos I…

Was just looking for a quick bite to take back to my hotel room. Had a drink at the bar while I waited.\n\nPlace was clean, service was excellent and I was happy to find the 'light meal' of tacos I…

We walked in and we were greeted with a smile! We asked for a booth and they took us to a booth in the back - since it was just my husband and I we were grateful due to a huge Mexican family having s…

Wonderful food! Great ambience, and quick efficient service... You must try the queso here it is delicious!

Wonderful food! Great ambience, and quick efficient service... You must try the queso here it is delicious!

Wonderful food! Great ambience, and quick efficient service... You must try the queso here it is delicious!

Steps away from the Silos and a great casual atmosphere to recharge with great Mexican food, drinks and service! You won't find a margarita at the Silos, but this place makes a great one!

Steps away from the Silos and a great casual atmosphere to recharge with great Mexican food, drinks and service! You won't find a margarita at the Silos, but this place makes a great one!

Steps away from the Silos and a great casual atmosphere to recharge with great mexican food, drinks and service! You won't find a margarita at the Silos, but this place makes a great one!

Nice and clean restaurant. Service was good and the food was awesome. Parking is in front and on the street. Price was reasonable and everything is done via mobile devices. Well worth the stop an…

Food was phenomenal and service was great! True mexican food with great flavor and portions!

Great place to grab drinks. Service was great. Particularly liked the bean dip they provide with the chips and salsa I'll will definitely be back to try more and get some more $6 jalapeño margarita…

The tortilla soup was fresh and delicious! The chicken fajita taco lunch was fantastic. staff were really nice and helpful! Good price and clean place. Highly recommend !

The tortilla soup was fresh and delicious! The chicken fajita taco lunch was fantastic. Staff were really nice and helpful! Good price and clean place. Highly recommend !

The tortilla soup was fresh and delicious! The chicken fajita taco lunch was fantastic. Staff were really nice and helpful! Good price and clean place. Highly recommend !

The tortilla soup was fresh and delicious! The chicken fajita taco lunch was fantastic. Staff were really nice and helpful! Good price and clean place. Highly recommend !

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Sopa Azteca, Che’s tacos. Some of the best tex mex I’ve ever had. Cucumber margarita was refreshing and delicious. Hope they publish recipes!!

Paul Graves

Fun Mexican food. Great margaritas-50% off during happy hour! Tortillas are advertised as home made but unfortunately are not.

+6

Dane Zillioux

I have been here a few times. Service is good. Friendly and professional. Don't love the chips and queso, but their salsa is good. I had the Asada Street tacos. Came with cilantro, onion, salsa, and Charro beans. The meat was seasoned pretty good and the corn tortillas were good. Drinks are pretty good too.

Selena McCoig

Delicious food, excellent service, charming dining rooms. This cute little restaurant was just what we needed for lunch. It's bright and airy with comfortable seating and two separate outdoor seating areas. We felt very welcome and enjoyed the food. We were offered sturdy corn chips with salsa and bean dip ahead of our meal. We selected Che's Tacos and the D.F. chicken enchiladas for our meal. Both were delicious. The brightness of the pickled onions and fresh avocado on the carnitas corn tacos was a perfectly refreshing contrast. Definitely would eat here again when in Waco.

Rick B.

If you find yourself wandering through Waco craving Mexican food with a polished edge, Hecho en Waco looks the part: modern ambiance, stylish lighting, and a menu that hints at ambition. But a recent visit proved that while the presentation is strong, the flavor journey might leave you more inspired by the chips than the entrée. I ordered Emilio’s Salmon, a plate that sounds like a bold statement: adobo-glazed salmon topped with grilled shrimp, laid on a bed of rice with charred vegetables. It took about 25 minutes to arrive, which set expectations high — anticipation builds appetite. Unfortunately, the rice arrived cold, and the salmon was slightly overcooked. It started promising, with a bit of adobo heat on the crust, but quickly turned one-note as I worked through it. The grilled shrimp were small, and while nicely charred, they didn’t bring much to the plate beyond decoration. The vegetables were fine — just that. Not crisp, not juicy, just… okay. The real surprise? The chips, bean dip, and salsa. Not exaggerating — that trio stole the show. The chips were thicker than average but somehow still airy, with that aerated crunch that keeps you going back without regret. The bean dip was rich and satisfying, and the salsa carried a depth of spice and flavor that stood out in contrast to the more muted main course. I paired the meal with a jalapeño margarita, which was decent — citrus-forward with a mild kick — but not something I’d write home about. Still, it complemented the chips and salsa well, especially if you’re showing up during happy hour (3–6 PM, Mon–Fri) when appetizers and margaritas are half off. That’s a solid deal and, frankly, a smart way to enjoy this place. Service was polite but not especially present. With a delay like that on the entrée, a little table-side check-in would’ve gone a long way. The atmosphere during the week is relaxed. Moody walls, warm Edison bulbs, and a touch of Mexican decor give it a modern cantina feel without being loud or busy. Ideal for a mellow lunch or a casual margarita meet-up. Final Verdict: Hecho en Waco is worth visiting — but don’t come starving. The entrées are hit or miss, but the chips, salsa, and bean dip are strong enough to carry a happy hour. If you’re here to sip, snack, and settle into the vibe, you’ll leave satisfied. Just don’t expect culinary fireworks on every plate. Go for the chips. Stay for the salsa. And if it’s between 3–6 PM? That’s the sweet spot.

+5

Services was normal but always a smile and welcome to hecho en Waco would of been nice too

food: good quesadilla, but honestly mid compared to other Tex Mex restaurants\nService: quick\nAmbiance: loud and talkative and friendly

Big portions, great service, and the place is very clean and welcoming. Rice was a bit hard, but overall okay. They also bring refried beans with your salsa and chips for the table.

Witnessed an employee use the restroom not just number one but number two and failed to wash his hands on his way out of the restroom. Either he didn't care or didn't notice that I was in there b…

This was a lovely dinner spot after a long day of moving in. The tortillas and chips are always good and never disappoint. Chicken and steak cooked very well.

The chicken enchilada was tough. Cheese enchilada was chewy, and chips were VERY salty. Margaritas expensive.

The chicken enchilada was tough. Cheese enchilada was chewy, and chips were VERY salty. Margaritas expensive.

mexican food with a different flair. I like the Gringo Burrito - filling and tasty - especially with queso on it. Service can be a little on the slow side, especially for getting the check when f…

Anthony

This food is just ok. The service is okay, and the food is alright I wouldn’t go out of my way to come here. The chips are real good the salads is alright and the beans taste like they come from a can. I got the green enchiladas they were alright nothing really special about this place. The carnitas were good but nothing out of the ordinary.

When we arrived, it took a little bit for us to be seated and then I had to ask for a menu. The food was average, but my friend was bothered by the fact that her poblano meat was not cut up and it w…

When we arrived, it took a little bit for us to be seated and then I had to ask for a menu. The food was average, but my friend was bothered by the fact that her poblano meat was not cut up and …

I think the food and drink quality were on or with the price point. In town for a conference, I made it across the street to try this restaurant’s happy hour with about half an hour remaining. The …

My mom & I were at theDr. Pepper museum which behind the parking lot of this place. We tried this place. My mom had beef tacos, but she said they weren’t good. I had the cheese enchiladas and I t…

service slow, store bought tortillas, drinks small but tasted good. If you're used to traditional Mexican food this is not it.

Service slow, store bought tortillas, drinks small but tasted good. If you're used to traditional mexican food this is not it.

Service slow, store bought tortillas, drinks small but tasted good. If you're used to traditional Mexican food this is not it.

Service slow, store bought tortillas, drinks small but tasted good. If you're used to traditional mexican food this is not it.

This is our second time to this restaurant and the young lady with the long dark hair and bubble braids waited on us last time and this time. She asked us if we wanted an appetizer? I said "no than…

We came in on Labor Day with a party of five. After waiting for 25 minutes for someone to clean a table, we walked out. Granted, there were tons of booths available that could sit four and a chair …

Wow. A year ago I would have given this restaurant 5 stars. It must have changed ownership - we will not be back. The complementary chips that used to be light and crisp and wonderful and were, I b…

Wow. A year ago I would have given this restaurant 5 stars. It must have changed ownership - we will not be back. The complementary chips that used to be light and crisp and wonderful and were, I…

Wow, it was horrible service and food, with mystery upcharges on literally everything. We were so excited to try it and while the hostess was very nice, the server was unfriendly and needed to be ask…

Wow, it was horrible service and food, with mystery upcharges on literally everything. We were so excited to try it and while the hostess was very nice, the server was unfriendly and needed to be a…

Wow, it was horrible service and food, with mystery upcharges on literally everything. We were so excited to try it and while the hostess was very nice, the server was unfriendly and needed to be…

Should have listened to the reviews. This was the worst mexican food I’ve ever eaten. Everything was bland, no seasoning or just strange tasting. So disappointed. How could they mess up guacamole? …

All of these good reviews make me wonder if they really ate there. This is not Authentic mexican food. My husband got fajitas that were not cut right before they were cooked, they were tough. My da…

Bought a chicken tortilla soup to go one piece of chicken and the potatoes are not even cooked. Never will do that again.

Spiritual Phoenix

My husband and I were extremely disappointed with the service at this restaurant. We have dined here before and have never had a bad experience until today. Our server was inattentive and very dry. After taking our food order, she never returned to our table and didn’t even ask if we would like to order drinks. We waited patiently for her to come back, but she never did. Eventually, my husband had to go to the front desk himself just to ask for a drink menu and place our drink order with another employee. When our server finally brought the drinks to the table, she offered no apology and simply handed them to us—only to give us the wrong drinks without even asking which drink belonged to whom. Overall, the lack of attentiveness and basic customer service was very disappointing. This experience was far from what we’ve come to expect from this restaurant.

Hannah Flowers

Good evening. Merry Christmas! Today is my wedding day and I had a reservation for Hecho in Waco that I have confirmation email for 630 this evening..When I called at 530 to ask if I could add two more friends. The said perfect, we have you down and will you then. We proceed to go to Hecho and once we walked in they said they were closed..I showed them the confirmation email and the call log of speaking to resturaunt an hour before. I am not upset they decided to close early on a holiday. Im a disappointed of how the MANAGER and staff handled it. I have been a regular for years but see no reason to return after this experience. So disappointmented and not the way I wanted to end my wedding night.

Tiffany Prior

I don’t usually like writing bad reviews, but we were in a rush and stopped in here for lunch. The service was fine, but the food was terrible and bland. I love seafood, but the camerones tasted so fishy and inedible that I couldn’t even finish it. The rice and vegetables had no seasoning and even salt and pepper couldn’t fix it. I had a small bite of each of my plate and left it untouched after. We really should’ve complained but we were in a rush and didn’t think of it until afterwards. Even if they coped my meal I don’t think I’d give the food another try.

Lynette Acosta

Very disappointed with service and food. After reading good reviews online, my family and I met in the middle here, traveling from Dallas and Killeen for an early Mothers day lunch. We had a long wait to get a table even though it was fairly empty. Our table of 5 adults 1 child was served 1 small bowl of chips and salsa, and had our orders taken. Never any mention of appetizers or the free sweet tea advertised outside on the menu or from the server. About 30 minutes later, flagged down the server for more chips and salsa. Was served 2 bowls with chips on top and crumbs underneath...seriously. Then another long wait, almost an hour total to get food. The rice was just boiled white rice with frozen peas and carrots in it. No seasoning AT ALL!! The refried beans have corn in it! I could go on and on. Terrible from beginning to end. Felt like I wasted my money. We were still hungry when we left!

+2