Yaki's
Regional · La Merced
Sobre Yaki's
Located in La Merced, Yaki's is a local favorite, boasting a 4.7-star rating from 289 reviews. We offer a variety of convenient options to enjoy our food, including outdoor seating, curbside pickup, delivery, drive-through, takeout, and dine-in services for lunch and dinner. We are committed to acce...
Located in La Merced, Yaki's is a local favorite, boasting a 4.7-star rating from 289 reviews. We offer a variety of convenient options to enjoy our food, including outdoor seating, curbside pickup, delivery, drive-through, takeout, and dine-in services for lunch and dinner. We are committed to accessibility with wheelchair accessible parking, restrooms, and seating. We are open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; we are closed Mondays and Thursdays. Whether you're dining solo or with company, we look forward to serving you.
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Yaki's is a unique fusion restaurant known for its delicious, entirely gluten-free menu. Customers rave about the tender chicken, flavorful slaw, and waffle fries. Some have noted a fishy taste in certain dishes, but overall, the food and friendly staff receive high praise.
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Tip: If you're gluten-free, this place is a must-try! Many recommend the nuggets and waffle fries. Be aware that some have noted a fishy taste in certain dishes.
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Yaki's está localizado em La Merced, rodeado de locais de interesse cultural e histórico. Aqui estão alguns dos pontos mais notáveis nas proximidades.
Parques e Jardins
- Hart-Patterson Track and Field Complex (A 969m) — park in McLennan County, Texas, United States of America
Outros Locais de Interesse
- McLane Stadium (A 563m) — football stadium at Baylor University
- Floyd Casey Stadium (A 686m) — former football stadium in Waco, Texas
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Avaliações de Yaki's La Merced
The food was fresh and delicious! If you’re looking for something a little different than the usual give this place a try! Fast, friendly service. I will be back!
Great portions, delicious food. Cool vibe, it gives off food truck energy in a reimagined sonic building. We got the nug box and the combo. The vegetables were A++ fantastic and the smoked chicken was tender and juicy. Could use a bit more of the ‘soss’ (and they did have an xtra soss button at no extra charge we just didn’t know). We’re from out of town, but I can guarantee we’ll stop by again at some point when passing through and have already recommended it to our friends in Waco!
Great food in the perfect combinations! Fresh ingredients, delectable smoked pulled pork, chicken and chicken “nugs” fresh slaw, and veggies. House made pickles and pickled red onions! Clean, cheerful, and happy environment!
We love Yaki!! In addition to going to their drive-in, which serves delicious food and has such a fun vibe, we hired them to cater our Waco-area wedding. If you're planning a wedding, this is the way to go! We were able to get ahold of the owner, Jake, via email, to receive a quote and place our order. We received so many compliments from our guests. The cost per head was much lower than traditional catering, the food was amazing, and with pre-packaged boxes, it was easy to quickly serve our many guests. Yaki is already dairy, gluten, and nut free, so accommodating our guests' dietary restrictions was easy. Jake also worked with us to add custom stickers that were co-branded with Yaki and our new last name, just for our wedding, at an additional cost. They were the perfect touch. We are so glad that it worked out to have Yaki at our wedding, and we would highly recommend them to anyone else planning an event.
Fell in love with Yaki when they were just a food truck. So happy they have a brick and mortar location as well. The food is amazing, super flavorful, and always fills you up. Nugget day is the the best day & poke is my go to!
Got the Nug box and it was good. The Cole slaw was good I don't eat slaw very often so I can't really say how good and the rice was also good. The chicken was REALLY good. nice and juicy.
I really enjoy their food, but I'm writing this review for their great customer service. I had an order for delivery and the driver ended up giving me a burrito, which also came in a brown paper bag. I called up there and the guy I spoke to gave me several options on how he can make things right. I drove up there and he had my order ready with no extra charge. I was a happy customer and I'll definitely come back for more. Thank you Yaki for making things right!
Can I give y’all more than 5 stars? This is my go-to lunch spot in town. I have food sensitivities and Yaki is one of those unique places that provides great food that everyone in the family enjoys, allergies or not! Fast, delicious, and lots of options. The employees are always so nice 😊 Don’t miss out on this fantastic place!
We love Yaki and crave it constantly! Their chicken box is fabulous. They used to have a pulled pork option on the menu that was my absolute favorite but I haven't seen it in a while. They have so many amazing options!
Phenomenal food and atmosphere. If your looking for options that are gluten free, you can't miss out on this place. The attention to detail given to the smoked then grilled chicken and salmon are home runs. Come out and support local businesses like this one and you won't be disappointed!
It was very different, the food was good, filling and tasty. I thought it was a little pricey, but you do get a lot of food. I ate this for lunch and dinner. I had a mixture of rice, chicken, mushrooms, and broccoli with a coleslaw top. They have picnic tables or you can eat in your car, very much outside only venue. Overall, it was good, and I would eat here again.
Absolutely delicious. I got their Combo Box, and it was great. If you get fries, either eat them there or quickly, as they pack them in an enclosed box and they can get soggy by the time you make it home. They were still amazing, even moist. The green soss is delicious and spicier than I expected. 10/10 would get again.
Love Yaki!! Everything is gluten and dairy free, and their rice bowls/boxes are so good. I especially love their Nug Box because the nuggets are deliciously crispy (and did I mention gluten free??) and their rice also has a wonderful flavor - I always get Xtra Soss. They also have fantastic waffle fries that rival Chick-fil-A’s. You can order from your car and they’ll bring it out, or they have a cute little courtyard in the middle where you can eat. Great playlists too. Portions are also large - they can pack a lot into a little box! 11/10 recommend - Yaki is a family favorite!!
i had a chicken box, ts was gas, everybody should come here
I can’t come to Waco without eating YAKI! They even catered my wedding and killed it. Each guest had their pick of protein delivered to their table and it was so easy! Everyone was raving over the food. I love YAKI because it’s so easy for everyone to find options there, even for kids. It’s all gluten free, and always delicious! I just ate at the new drive in for the first time and the whole vibe was amazing. Can’t wait to come back!
Easy, quick, and delicious. I make a point to plan all my trips to central Texas around getting a box of Yaki. The smoked chicken with chili oil is my go-to. Unmatched. Do yourself a favor and support this local business.
I absolutely love Yaki, I visit the one on campus. Adam and Carter are the BEST Yaki workers. My food experience at Yaki brightened a bad day. Chicken box slaps. 10/10 would recommend.
We travel to Waco to see our kids and Yaki is a must have on every trip!
Hubby is always trying to find new places which offer gluten free foods since daughter and I are allergic to gluten. This place is amazing!!!!!! We will go back again and again. We ordered twice in one week there. Sooo good. And leftovers warm up well in the microwave 😉
Absolutely the best Asian food and it's gluten-free! There is definitely nothing better as far as Asian food or gluten-free options here in Waco. The owner was very polite and more than willing to discuss what they do to ensure everything in the restaurant is gluten free. I highly recommend you get over here and eat some of this food as soon as you can!!
We tried Yaki for the first time and were blown away! Such a cute atmosphere and concept! The food was delicious and the service was quick. Will be back again with our next trip to Waco!
We love this place! My wife is sensitive to gluten and dairy and this place delivers great food that meets her dietary requirements. I love the pulled pork and she loves the salmon boxes.
Had the smoked chicken box, nothing like I’ve tried before. Delicious combo of chicken, slaw, and rice with sweet chili sauce on top. Next time might try the salmon box. Service was fast. Jesse was very friendly!
Food was delicious, as always. And the order was quick. Eat Yaki!
SO good! Has something for everyone- adults and kids alike. Everything was super fresh and flavorful- try the different sauces too! Portions were great- we all left super full. Break out of fast food circle and get something much, much better here. A must visit when we go through Waco!
The food is phenomenal. (Period) If you haven't been, go. We drove an hour to check out a few Instagram spots and have a day out with the family. This was unexpected on how bloody good it is. Even the 1.5 year old was wanting more. Imma stop writing so I can go back to eating this.
GOATED Review for Adam Albar at Yaki Texas Teriyaki If you’re hitting up Yaki Texas Teriyaki, make sure Adam Albar is on shift—this guy takes the whole experience to the next level! From his top-tier customer service to his unmatched work ethic, Adam makes sure every order is on point and every customer leaves happy. The food at Yaki Texas Teriyaki is already fire, but Adam’s attention to detail, speed, and friendliness make it even better. Whether he’s making sure your teriyaki bowl is perfectly prepped or handling a rush like a pro, he does it all with a smile and a level of care that’s rare to find. If you want great food with even better service, Adam Albar is the guy to look for. Yaki Texas Teriyaki is lucky to have him—GOATED employee for real! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10, highly recommend!
Absolutely phenomenal food, will forever be in debt for Adam albar introducing me to such a tasteful Waco local
Really great concept that is well executed. Fast casual teriyaki. Pick your base, protein, and sauce and “voila” you have a nutritious and filling meal that is balanced and full of flavor. Pro tips: 1. If you pull up to the drive in stall, just scan the QR code sticker on the post to view the menu and order. 2. If you want to eat at the tables, scan the QR code on the tables OR go to the window to have a server help you order.
Great customer service food is delicious! Completely recommend coming here!
I met the owner, he’s a pleasant person who gave me the back story of this great place to eat. The food was very good, it’s a quick stop if you are hungry and want something different. I recommend this location for dining, food is right down my alley 🤗
Jake and his team are fantastic! I’ve been eating here for years and have never been disappointed. Come show a Baylor Alum some love!
Perfect place to stop on our drive from Austin to DFW. A little leary of teriyaki in the middle of TX, but it was delicious, and the portions of chicken was more than enough in my combo box. Loved the presentation, and layering of ingredients. It made it easy to eat as we resumed our drive. Fast, friendly service and location, about a mile from the exit, makes it a great alternative to less healthy fast food options. Definitely recommend!
Delicious. Picky eater kiddo ate the entire kid portion - that never happens lol NUGS AND SMOKED CHICKEN!! The smoked chicken, salmon, slaw, and sauces are all excellent. This is the top quick eats place in Waco. The building is CUTE too, I love the paintings c: Outside seating or take out. Have done both. Travels great. Leftovers keep and reheat well.
So far so great! Wish they had some sort of combos. And an outdoor restroom... But those 2 things are not enough to take away a star. They are just great. I always get the Brisket, even though I tell myself to get something different (new), but I never do. The adult box seem small, but it.... Fills... You... Up!!! You get your money's worth with how much food they stuff in it.
Ecstatic food and environment, shoutout to sir Adam albar for introducing me to the life, culture, and excellence of Yaki.
The service was very nice! The workers let me know my order was not yet ready but they would take it to my car. We got hot delicious food! I ordered the Smoked Salmon box with Spicy Mayo and It was AMAZING. My brother ordered the Chicken box with sweet chili sauce It was yummy as well! Super pleased with this location.
We ordered both the chicken and brisket meals. So delicious. Slaw was outstanding as well. Definitely want to return here.
Consistently good every time we have been! Fun and different from anywhere else in town. I’m pretty sure everything is gluten-free as well, which is great for our visiting family members with allergies 🙌🏼 Bonus: their nuggets got our toddler eating chicken again after a long chicken strike 😂
I love this place. I come here every time I drive through Waco. I have celiac and everything here is gluten free. There’s always plenty of parking. It’s built in an old Sonic. The food is so freaking good. Best chicken nuggets ever.
I rarely leave reviews but I had to leave one for this spot! I work on a production team and I had to pick up our lunch. When I say this place was DELICIOUS and it’s quite different. Also, very good food but healthy as well! I got the Salmon box added veggies and asked for this sweet hot sauce that looked orange. It was amazing! This is now being added to my top favorite places to eat! I have no complaints! Service was amazing as well!
Ordering is easy just scan the QR code on the pole near your parking spot, order, pay, they bring the food out.
Fast, affordable, delicious. Hard to find all three in one place. I prefer the chicken box and I add chili oil. This is a REQUIRED stop anytime I drive through Waco. You won’t regret giving this LOCAL business YOUR business.
Yaki is one of our favorite places in Waco! Everything is gluten free and diary free!
I absolutely love this place! Totally unique food and I’m so happy every time I eat it. The coleslaw and rice is so light, and the choice of protein is always filling. All super nice guys that work there! Def recommend!
Wow.. the nugget box was so delicious with the sweet chili sauce. Service was excellent as well with a quick check in when I drove up to make sure I was good with the ordering process. The CHICKEN... wow.. im not sure how they got each one of the chicken bites to taste like home cooked fried chicken but they did.. the mix of salty and sweet and savory. Oh so good! Great job!
Dedicated gluten free facility! Really good and fun (an old converted Sonic) and very tasty. We split the fries, a box of chick nugs, and a box of chicken, veggies, and rice (no slaw) and we got all the sauces except the wing sauce, they were out. Everything was delicious. Highly recommend! I texted with them beforehand, and they could not have been nicer. Fun and good pricing, highly recommend. I did not even ask them about being gluten free….can you imagine?!!?! ha ha! Peace of mind!
Great drive up restaurant. Good food and great value.
We love Yaki! It’s one of the only, if not the only, dedicated gluten free spots in the area. The food is amazing and unique. Yaki is truly one of a kind! I highly recommend.
Man. Where do I start? I don't know why it took me so long to go here. If you see Yaki driving down Valley Mills almost everyday and think "that place looks sick" then that means you should GO!! I am so happy I am now a "Yakioan" (mix between Wacoan & Yaki). I am originally from Malibu, CA so I take good food serious. For me, it is tough to feel good after eating out sometimes. Let's just say the box filled with rice, slaw, and chicken or your choice of meat will leave you wanting MORE. (Even after being full) Wow, the service is amazing. You can order ahead from work or home. Or scan the QR code at the drive in and they will walk your food out. Recommendations: ALL This place gives "eat here vibes"
We love Yaki! The flavors are great. The slaw and the rice are a fun combo with delicious, tender chicken. And dare I say it... they have the BEST waffle fries ever!!!
I love Japanese food and not gonna lie, Texas style Japanese food sounded rough and I had low expectations. Wow! The food was great! Will definitely come back. Sauce is great, veggies well roasted, chicken isn't dry, I recommend the combo box. Cute atmosphere and I love the shade on my car when we order. Very simple, easy online menu and smooth ordering process. Loved it!
This food tastes delicious and CLEAN! I bought nugget boxes and combo boxes for my office. The feedback was unanimous - much better than what we normally order and we didn't have the normal post-lunch energy drop. I highly recommend this local business!
Great experience!! Love the nuggets and the fries! I wish the rice had a little more flavor, but it’s still good.
I had the smoked salmon box yesterday at a rowing regatta! CAN I SAY ... MAGICAL! 😍😍😍 THE SMOKE SALMON WAS VERY WELL COOKED (but not over cooked) AND FULL OF SMOKE FLAVOR! OMG! 🤤🤤 I think you chose an excellent choice in wood! I appreciated the crunch that came with the Cabbage as well! Great texture! The rice was perfectly cooked as well... I am from Dallas Texas but I will definitely have to make a trip to Waco for another box! Lovely customer service as well!
Found this place online and tried it coming back from a convention. It was absolutely delicious. I had the nugs with rice and I would 100% get again.
Excellent food! And it is gluten free, dairy free, nut free. The nug box is a staple. The smoked chicken salad box is my personal favorite. The smoked salmon is quite good also; I recommend with the salad and rice. Food is so fresh here and the music they play is always fabulous and puts me in a good mood.
Highly recommend!. We had the smoked chicken and the salmon bowls. The slaw was different on the chicken and was a bit bland. We both enjoyed the salmon much more. Good portion size. Will be back.
My husband and I absolutely loved out visit here. We were in town for the weekend and needed a quick bite to eat. I have several food intolerances and am non celiac gluten sensitivitie, so finding food while out and about can be hard. This place was able to help with that as they are gluten free and very accommodating with any other food issues you may have. I had the smoked chicken box (which was rice, then smoked chicken on top of that and then a layer of slaw. My husband had the brisket box.(rice layer then brisket and pickles on top of that, then a layer of slaw) Both were cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. The customer service was spot on. The only thing we were sad about it there isn't one in the town where we live. So next time we make our way back up to waco, this place will definitely be on our list of places to eat at.
If you get lucky enough to try the brisket, please please do it!!! I usually get the smoked salmon because the brisket is always out and I was not disappointed! The guys working here are always so nice, good music. My only complaint is maybe get some shades for the picnic table areas because it’s Texas and the sun beats on you when you’re trying to eat lunch!
I’m a plain Jane type of gal so I just got the nuggets and fries. The fries are way tastier than Chick Fil A and the nuggets are really good. I will be coming back for more! I’m really happy that I can have fried nuggets that are gluten free!
Very fast, great food, and you get a lot for your money. I will definitely be back.
I LOVED the food here at YAKI Texas Teriyaki! I found this little hole in the wall place on my Find My Gluten Free app. All food is gluten free, dairy free, and nut free. The menu is simple and you order a protein, rice, and slaw and it comes in a take out box. This place was an old Sonic Drive In, so there isn’t indoor dining, only picnic tables in a little area in front of the restaurant. There were 3 different meals ordered when we went, and all were fresh and delicious tasting! The waffle fries were amazing as well. I just wish this little place was in my town, I’d eat here all the time!
The food hits just right and YES you will have left overs. Our toddler loved the little kids box. The court yard is perfect on a nice day or night. The staff is considerate and friendly! They also have the best playlists. 10/10 would recommend and go back often.
Great food. Amazing staff. I pulled in 10 minutes before closing and they were super considerate and fast with my order. Even though I was “that guy” they treated me great. Definitely coming back!
Yaki Texas Teriyaki Filed under: Skittles in a Box You know when a meal just hits—not like a heavy punch, but like a rhythm section. Smooth. Pacing. Flavors that build a groove. That was the Combo Box at Yaki. Started with a chilled Topo Chico, frosted up and snapping crisp on the lips. That thing’s not a drink—it’s a reset button. Sparkled your tongue and cleared the stage. Then came the box. Little brown cube of mystery. Popped the top, and there it was: slaw like confetti, creamy and punchy—each crunch like a cymbal crash. You could feel the spicy mayo and chili oil doing their work—not loud, but layered. The mushrooms and slaw together? Man, it was like funk and jazz colliding—unexpected harmony. The smoked chicken didn’t just sit there either—it floated, swirled, dipped into the sauces like it knew the choreography. Grabbed a chunk of broccoli like it was a green flag waving “you’re almost there.” And then you hit that warm rice at the bottom—like the bassline dropped in after the buildup. Deep, grounding, perfectly timed. I ate outside, on a weathered bench. No fancy signage. Just a colorful shack, Texas breeze, and some mystery behind that plastic-curtain slit like a magician’s tent. What are they cooking back there? You don’t know. But you trust it. You trust them. And that—that—is the funny part. We’ll trust the box. Trust the hands behind the curtain. But not the Voice inside that says: “You are safe. You are held. You are whole. I am with you always.” Isn’t that wild? Final Verdict: Yaki’s Combo Box isn’t just food—it’s a lesson in trust, a melody of flavor, and a reminder that what’s hidden doesn’t have to be feared. Send it to the Michelin gods.
Really awesome place. We stopped here before our trip to Austin. Ended up coming back the next day for lunch because it was so good. Coming back from Austin tomorrow and would get again if they weren’t closed on Mondays. Would love to eat this in Dallas, hope they make a chain. Texted all of our Baylor friends, they raved about coming back to eat her when their back visiting in Waco. Owner is also awesome, big time fan.
This was a really unique place to visit in Waco. I have a friend who is gluten free and everything on their menu is gluten free. I got the combo box that had smoked grilled chicken, broccoli, mushrooms, coleslaw, rice and Yaki soss I also got several sides of sweet chili sauce. My box was good but it was just a little too dry and I don’t think the rice mixed with everything else. I would definitely come back.
The food was really tasty and the service was good and fast. My favorite was the beef brisket. Tge salmon was a little too strong for my taste. But not bad . The place wasn't busy when we went at 2ish pm. Nice little spot, lots of outdoor seating.
I LOVED the food here at YAKI Texas Teriyaki! I found this little hole in the wall place on my Find My Gluten Free app. All food is gluten free, dairy free, and nut free. The menu is simple and you order a protein, rice, and slaw and it comes in a take out box. This place was an old Sonic Drive In, so there isn’t indoor dining, only picnic tables in a little area in front of the restaurant. There were 3 different meals ordered when we went, and all were fresh and delicious tasting! The waffle fries were amazing as well. I just wish this little place was in my town, I’d eat here all the time!
The food hits just right and YES you will have left overs. Our toddler loved the little kids box. The court yard is perfect on a nice day or night. The staff is considerate and friendly! They also have the best playlists. 10/10 would recommend and go back often.
Great food. Amazing staff. I pulled in 10 minutes before closing and they were super considerate and fast with my order. Even though I was “that guy” they treated me great. Definitely coming back!
Yaki Texas Teriyaki Filed under: Skittles in a Box You know when a meal just hits—not like a heavy punch, but like a rhythm section. Smooth. Pacing. Flavors that build a groove. That was the Combo Box at Yaki. Started with a chilled Topo Chico, frosted up and snapping crisp on the lips. That thing’s not a drink—it’s a reset button. Sparkled your tongue and cleared the stage. Then came the box. Little brown cube of mystery. Popped the top, and there it was: slaw like confetti, creamy and punchy—each crunch like a cymbal crash. You could feel the spicy mayo and chili oil doing their work—not loud, but layered. The mushrooms and slaw together? Man, it was like funk and jazz colliding—unexpected harmony. The smoked chicken didn’t just sit there either—it floated, swirled, dipped into the sauces like it knew the choreography. Grabbed a chunk of broccoli like it was a green flag waving “you’re almost there.” And then you hit that warm rice at the bottom—like the bassline dropped in after the buildup. Deep, grounding, perfectly timed. I ate outside, on a weathered bench. No fancy signage. Just a colorful shack, Texas breeze, and some mystery behind that plastic-curtain slit like a magician’s tent. What are they cooking back there? You don’t know. But you trust it. You trust them. And that—that—is the funny part. We’ll trust the box. Trust the hands behind the curtain. But not the Voice inside that says: “You are safe. You are held. You are whole. I am with you always.” Isn’t that wild? Final Verdict: Yaki’s Combo Box isn’t just food—it’s a lesson in trust, a melody of flavor, and a reminder that what’s hidden doesn’t have to be feared. Send it to the Michelin gods.
Really awesome place. We stopped here before our trip to Austin. Ended up coming back the next day for lunch because it was so good. Coming back from Austin tomorrow and would get again if they weren’t closed on Mondays. Would love to eat this in Dallas, hope they make a chain. Texted all of our Baylor friends, they raved about coming back to eat her when their back visiting in Waco. Owner is also awesome, big time fan.
This was a really unique place to visit in Waco. I have a friend who is gluten free and everything on their menu is gluten free. I got the combo box that had smoked grilled chicken, broccoli, mushrooms, coleslaw, rice and Yaki soss I also got several sides of sweet chili sauce. My box was good but it was just a little too dry and I don’t think the rice mixed with everything else. I would definitely come back.
Awesome choice for some local nuggets and fries if you’re looking for an alternative to those big chains. Loved the service and the attention to detail! Gluten free and allergy friendly choice! I’ll be back:)
I recently had the pleasure of trying the salmon box, and it was absolutely delicious! 😋 The flavors were spot on, and the freshness of the salmon really stood out. The best part? Jake, the owner, is incredibly friendly and made the experience even more enjoyable. His hospitality made me feel right at home. Honestly, I’d drive all the way from Austin just to enjoy this meal again. Highly recommend it to anyone in the area!
love this place! such a blessing for the allergy community, especially those of us with celiac! i got the kids’ nug box with rice and waffle fries for less than $10 and was stuffed. guy at the counter was super nice!
Fantastic local food! Since I was diagnosed with MS, I have struggled to stay compliant with a very strict diet that heals my body. All of the food at yaki is naturally GF/DF, and delicious! The staff there is attentive without being creepy, and you always know what you're going to get.
This place was a surprise. It's decor from the road is ok but doesn't draw you in. We decided to try it out anyway and was pleasantly surprised at how delicious it was. Will absolutely go back again and try out some of the different bowls, but chicken and pulled pork and waffle fries were outstanding.
I come here every time I pass through Waco even though it’s a little bit out of the way and I’m happy every time. The meats are great and the slaw is so fresh. Everyone I have try it loves it too
I am celiac and this restaurant has 100% gluten free preparation. I've eaten here at least ten times with no problems. The food is amazing. Try the nuggets and waffle fries! And the fries are amazing. Crispy and honestly better than chic fil a.
Went there for my lunch hour and enjoyed a delicious nug box with spicy mayo! 😋 Enjoyed sitting outside in the breeze and listening to the music. Only complaint is I wish you guys still sold Pop’s Lemonade!
Love this drive-in. High quality food, such a unique and delicious concept. Consistent taste and exceptional service. Definitely a Waco special!
I come here every time I pass through Waco even though it’s a little bit out of the way and I’m happy every time. The meats are great and the slaw is so fresh. Everyone I have try it loves it too
love this place! such a blessing for the allergy community, especially those of us with celiac! i got the kids’ nug box with rice and waffle fries for less than $10 and was stuffed. guy at the counter was super nice!
We love Yaki! It’s one of the only, if not the only, dedicated gluten free spots in the area. The food is amazing and unique. Yaki is truly one of a kind! I highly recommend.
This place was a surprise. It's decor from the road is ok but doesn't draw you in. We decided to try it out anyway and was pleasantly surprised at how delicious it was. Will absolutely go back again and try out some of the different bowls, but chicken and pulled pork and waffle fries were outstanding.
Fantastic local food! Since I was diagnosed with MS, I have struggled to stay compliant with a very strict diet that heals my body. All of the food at yaki is naturally GF/DF, and delicious! The staff there is attentive without being creepy, and you always know what you're going to get.
Went there for my lunch hour and enjoyed a delicious nug box with spicy mayo! 😋 Enjoyed sitting outside in the breeze and listening to the music. Only complaint is I wish you guys still sold Pop’s Lemonade!
I recently had the pleasure of trying the salmon box, and it was absolutely delicious! 😋 The flavors were spot on, and the freshness of the salmon really stood out. The best part? Jake, the owner, is incredibly friendly and made the experience even more enjoyable. His hospitality made me feel right at home. Honestly, I’d drive all the way from Austin just to enjoy this meal again. Highly recommend it to anyone in the area!
I am celiac and this restaurant has 100% gluten free preparation. I've eaten here at least ten times with no problems. The food is amazing. Try the nuggets and waffle fries! And the fries are amazing. Crispy and honestly better than chic fil a.
We love Yaki! The flavors are great. The slaw and the rice are a fun combo with delicious, tender chicken. And dare I say it... they have the BEST waffle fries ever!!!
Quick and easy Yaki box. Wish it had a touch more sauce. Will order extra next time. Nugs box was great. Love simple choice menus like this. Order online or park and go to the front window to order. Very fast service.
She took extra care to let us know that a colleague ran to the market to get ingredients for our order. The food was great! Fresh, healthy and full of flavor. Our favorite eatery in, Will definitely return again before we leave! for the 1st time and really liked it!
She took extra care to let us know that a colleague ran to the market to get ingredients for our order. The food was great! Fresh, healthy and full of flavor. Our favorite eatery in, Will definitely return again before we leave! for the 1st time and really liked it!
Highly overpriced ($12-$15 for a meal) for the small portion size you receive. Meals are about 5 pieces of chicken (think chick-fil-a nugget sized) and one cup of white rice. The chicken is very good but does not outweigh the cost to make this place worth a spot The lights do look very pretty at night which made me stop here but the food is average for a steep price.
Meh. Not as good as I was hoping. Ordered three separate bowls, Brisket, chicken and pork and none of them were very tasty. The green soss was nice.
food was fine. tasted decent but nothing that makes me want to go back. service was a little annoying. the price was reasonable and the portions ok, but somehow didn't feel like a good value.
The food is decent. The chicken nugs are good but overall it's pretty bland. The coleslaw is slightly sweet, I would have like some tang. I added the spicy mayo and that gave it a time bit of flavor. The cashier brought my food out for me, he was very nice. The location is super cute and has a lots of parking. I didn't actually see any prices anywhere, but it was around $14 for a Chinese takeout box meal
The food is decent. The chicken nugs are good but overall it's pretty bland. The coleslaw is slightly sweet, I would have like some tang. I added the spicy mayo and that gave it a time bit of flavor. The cashier brought my food out for me, he was very nice. The location is super cute and has a lots of parking. I didn't actually see any prices anywhere, but it was around $14 for a Chinese takeout box meal
While the service was prompt... Food was subpar. Little to no flavor, not what you expect teriyaki to be. I've had authentic teriyaki and this isn't even close. Food was luke warm and rice tastes like it was instant rice and the slaw.....just chopped cabbage with no flavor. Brisket was mostly fat cap and dry. The only good thing... The spicy mayo. But one cannot be a restaurant based off of spicy mayo alone. Not worth the money spent. Make your own at home....so much better.
Decided to try this place since i love teriyaki style food, it was not worth the price in my opinion.. kinda disappointed. Got the chicken bowl and ended up having to add my own sauce to it because it was just bland..
We have given this restaurant three different tries, and somehow it gets worse each time. I give them credit for the unique concept, but execution is sorely lacking. The food is overpriced for the amount and quality. The service is a mess - it's difficult (online) to impossible (over the phone) to order ahead, and ordering in person for takeout is not the simplest process. I wish we could support this distinct local business, but it's a headache just to get our dinner every time we go.
Fairly pricy and a small menu... But tasty and fairly large meals for the price. Overall pretty good Okay I've been back a few times now and for the first time I'm pretty frustrated with my order. The fries I ordered were $3, and about 6 total fries. They were also soggy. The poke box was small but tasted good. The gentleman that brought my food looked annoyed to be bringing my food. Not a great experience, though the other few times I'd been were good.
Disappointed. Ordered 1 chicken with rice AND sauce, no slaw. Got NO sauce. Also, ordered 1 nugs with rice and NO slaw, got the slaw on top anyway (and also no sauce??). Expensive for what you get - 6 or 7 tiny nuggets and a container full of rice and the slaw (which we did not want) was disgusting as expected. The only thing good was the fries. There was literally no one else there but staff, so not sure how you messed this up so badly.. Won't return.
I tried the combo box which sounded really good at first...it doesn't have fish in it but it was so fishy! It's like they used the same utensils or cooked everything where the fish cook. It was gross! The nugs and the waffle fries were the only thing I enjoyed. I still can't get the fishy taste out of my mouth 🤢 their spicy mayo, and sweet chili sauce is pretty decent. Watch out for the green sauce! It's got some heat 🔥💯🥵 Nugs and waffle fries are edible.
I tried the combo box which sounded really good at first...it doesn't have fish in it but it was so fishy! It's like they used the same utensils or cooked everything where the fish cook. It was gross! The nugs and the waffle fries were the only thing I enjoyed. I still can't get the fishy taste out of my mouth 🤢 their spicy mayo, and sweet chili sauce is pretty decent. Watch out for the green sauce! It's got some heat 🔥💯🥵 Nugs and waffle fries are edible.
I see what others are talking about with the fish taste or smell. I got the chicken one and I smelled the fish smell immediately. The food was bland. I put the sweet chili on it to give it some flavor and got past the fish smell. I didnt want to waste my $16 lol
I see what others are talking about with the fish taste or smell. I got the chicken one and I smelled the fish smell immediately. The food was bland. I put the sweet chili on it to give it some flavor and got past the fish smell. I didnt want to waste my $16 lol
I see why the place is always empty. The food was horrible. 10$ for a carton of rice and half of a boiled chicken tender. I do not recommend the food at all.
Fishiest salmon. It was gross. They gave you like a few scoops of rice and salmon for $15? Crazy. It’s also a repurposed sonic, so it just looks sad. I had high hopes but it just was a disappointment. It is rightly called YAKI because it didn’t taste yummy—it tasted yaki 😅
Fishiest salmon. It was gross. They gave you like a few scoops of rice and salmon for $15? Crazy. It’s also a repurposed sonic, so it just looks sad. I had high hopes but it just was a disappointment. It is rightly called YAKI because it didn’t taste yummy—it tasted yaki 😅
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