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1. 135 Prime ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. 1424 Bistro ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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3. Diamondback's

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4. The Grape Wine Bar and Bistro

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© The Grape Wine Bar and Bistro

5. Portofino's Authentic Italian Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Portofino’s Authentic Italian Restaurant

6. Cafe Homestead

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Café Homestead

7. Baris Pizza & Pasta

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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8. Brazos Bar & Bistro

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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9. Saltgrass Steak House

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Saltgrass Steak House

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

The Texan city of Waco may have the reputation of being a student town, but when it comes to finding a great restaurant for a romantic dinner, there are plenty of spots from which to choose. Head to DiamondBack's for prime steaks, fresh seafood, and handmade sushi; enjoy authentic Thai cuisine prepared with old family-recipes at Bangkok Royal, and tuck into farm-to-fork fare at Café Homestead after a scenic hayride. Here are some of the best spots to go for romantic dining in Waco.

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