Waco

Schmaltz's Sandwich Shop

Local sandwich shop since 1970s. The owner wakes up every morning and makes the bread fresh - sandwiches are served warm and delicious! There are two soups served daily, one of which is always Wisconsin cheddar cheese soup

Clay Pot is an interesting change from the other Asian food establishments in Waco. The food is very affordable and there are specials offered throughout the week. The “clay pot,” the meal the restaurant is named after, can be served with several different types of meat and is one of the least expensive and tastiest dishes on the menu. Clay Pot’s decorations make it worth the visit, as Vietnamese symbols and art decorate the main room. There are both standard tables for the traditional diner, and there are lowered tables with pillow cushions available for those wishing to dine authentically. The restaurant is also b.y.o.b. yet the tea they offer with meals is free of charge and quite good.

“The best pizza on earth!” Poppa Rollo’s was founded in 1969 and is still thriving in Waco. They primarily serve Italian food, but also offer sandwiches and a health-lite section on their menu. The health-lite section consists of vegetarian and organic- style pizza. Poppa Rollo’s won the Outstanding Business Award in 1994 and was voted the “Pizza Pace Setter” by the National Association of Pizza Operators Trade magazine. Service tends to be brisk and somewhat rude—very New York style service. Bottom line: great food, but less friendly service.

*The Menu: The atmosphere at Elite ranges from casual to formal. You can stop by the Elite for a couple of beverages and appetizers before a Baylor game, or for a formal event. People often stop by on their lunch breaks from the office or go to Elite for their weekly date night. Elite offers a variety of meals and desserts. -Appetizers include Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Shiner Bock Onion Rings, Fried Calamari, and more. -They also offer soups and salads, sandwiches, and an assortment of entrees: seafood, steaks, pastas, and chicken. -The dessert favorites are the “towering chocolate cake,” “pecan float pie,” the “chocolate bomb,” and the “three layer carrot cake.” Yum! Elite has easy access on and off I-35 so they are the perfect spot to stop. Testimonials: Because Elite has been around for so long, some customer’s love of Elite is as old as the restaurant itself. One couple eating at Elite fondly remembers, “Our first date, back in the sixties, was here at Elite. This place has changed so much since then, but somehow still has that magic that we remember as we fell in love in a booth over there. And we come back here at least every year to celebrate.” Another couple reports on having their first date, rehearsal dinner, and wedding reception at Elite Circle Grille. “This place is just magical for us. And the food’s great too!” Don’t forget to ask your waiter about the famous guest who dined at elite back in to 50’s! Elvis Presley, the King, is a huge part of Elite’s rich history.

George’s, “where everybody knows your Name beer,” has been around since the 1930’s. George’s is well-known for their chicken fried steak and their extremely large serving of beer, fondly known as the “Big O,” George’s is both a great place to go before a football game for some good food or to relax at the bar with some friends after a long day. George’s has recently been named the “Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year.” In 2003, Maxim Magazine named them “Bar of the Month.”

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Kitok's Restaurant

Kitok Restaurant is a popular “hole in the wall” restaurant in Waco, Texas. The original owners, Bob and Kitok Moore, sold the restaurant but the current owners maintain the look and feel of the original Kitok restaurant. The prices are very reasonable. One of the most popular, the Lip Locker hamburger, is a double-patty cheeseburger that is a favorite among regulars. The oriental fries are also very popular. The Asian food offered at Kitok’s is also very good, but it is the burgers and fries that the restaurant is known for. The staff is friendly and attentive to your needs. The waitresses go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable and even the cooks love chatting with diners.