Best Rated Restaurants in Woodway¶

Here are some of the best-rated restaurants in Woodway, categorized by cuisine type.

BBQ¶

Cuisine: Texas BBQ
Location: 7809 N State Hwy 6, Woodway, TX 76712
Phone: (254) 294-9995
Expected Cost: $$
Hours: Sun 10 AM–3 PM; Wed–Thu 11 AM–7 PM; Fri–Sat 11 AM–8 PM; closed Mon–Tue
Website: helbergbarbecue.com
Notes: A two-time Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ honoree and named one of Yelp's 100 Best BBQ restaurants in the US (2024). Founded by the Helberg family using USDA Prime beef (no hormones or antibiotics), hand-made sausage, and oak wood fires. The original restaurant was destroyed by fire in late 2023 and rebuilt; new location reopened spring 2024.

Cuisine: Steakhouse, Seafood
Location: 1201 Hewitt Dr, Waco, TX 76712
Expected Cost: $$$$
Website: 135prime.com
Notes: The premier upscale steakhouse in the Waco area, located on the Woodway/Waco border along the Hewitt Drive corridor.

Cuisine: American, Small Plates, Seafood
Location: 13701 Woodway Drive, Building 5, Woodway, TX 76712
Phone: (254) 224-6176
Expected Cost: $$$$
Hours: Mon–Thu 4:30–10 PM; Fri–Sat 4:30–10:30 PM; closed Sunday
Notes: Opened May 2024. Owned by the Fatheree family (also of The Findery in Waco), with chefs Alejandro Najar and Alyssa Osinga — both from Hell's Kitchen Season 21. The 6,800 sq ft space seats 180 and includes a bar/lounge and private dining room. Chefs source ingredients from the Waco Farmers Market weekly.

Cuisine: Multi-Vendor Food Hall (Thai, Pizza, Tacos, Pho, Wings, and more)
Location: 8100 Woodway Dr, Woodway, TX 76712
Expected Cost: $ – $$
Hours: Closed Monday; Tue–Thu 11 AM–9 PM; Fri–Sun 10 AM–10 PM
Website: unionbrandstexas.com
Notes: A 30,000 sq ft food hall across two buildings opened in 2023. Features approximately 30 vendors including Village Pizzeria & Gelato Bar, Curry Up & Wok This Way (Thai), Wacool Tacos & Tamales, Pho My, and King's Chicken Wings. A popular community gathering space.

Cuisine: Burgers, American
Location: 103 Archway Dr, Woodway, TX 76712
Phone: (254) 294-8460
Expected Cost: $
Hours: Mon–Sun 10 AM–9 PM
Website: hatcreekburgers.com
Notes: Features a drive-thru, dine-in, outdoor patio/backyard, and playground. Beer and wine available. Gluten-free, vegan, and keto-friendly options on the menu.

Cuisine: Mexican
Location: 9111 Jordan Ln, Ste 400, Woodway, TX 76712
Phone: (254) 294-8804
Expected Cost: $$
Notes: A newer Mexican restaurant in the Jordan Lane corridor of Woodway. Gaining traction with local diners for authentic Mexican flavors.

Cuisine: American, Sports Bar
Location: The Outlook complex off Hwy 84, Woodway, TX 76712 (adjacent to The Butcher's Cellar)
Expected Cost: $$
Notes: A new mid-priced sports bar concept from The Butcher's Cellar owners (Matt Fatheree) featuring the same Hell's Kitchen Season 21 chef team (Alejandro Najar & Alyssa Osinga). Described as a place to watch a game and get a great meal at a reasonable price. Target opening late 2025/early 2026.
Source: KWTX — Feb 2026