Red Herring Restaurant & Bar

We went to Red Herring for my birthday and I absolutely loved it. The environment was cool, dark, and jazzy, such a perfect vibe for any night out. The food, atmosphere, drinks, and service were all amazing. I ordered the mule and my fiancé got the Old Fashioned, and maybe it’s bc we are only 22…those were the best ones we’ve had. I really loved the menu layout it’s clearly meant for ordering multiple dishes and enjoying a night of eating, drinking, and good conversation. Our server, Haley, was incredible and made us feel so welcome, and she made me feel extra special for my birthday dinner. Some favorites were the sourdough focaccia, the ribeye bites (so freaking good!), and of course my complimentary cheesecake mousse! I do wish there had been live music that night, but even without it,

Red Herring is perfect for a date night or a girls’ night out. The space has a unique flair, with lighting that sets the mood just right. The food is creative and tasty, and the drinks are just as good—beautifully made and full of flavor. The whole experience feels like you’ve stepped out of Waco for the evening. Such a fun, elevated spot we’ll that we love going back to!

From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels elevated but still relaxed — the kind of place you want to linger over cocktails and good conversation. The food was beautifully presented and full of flavor, and the cocktails were creative and perfectly crafted

Last Friday was probably the best dining experience we've had in Waco. Our nights always start off joyful in seeing Alaina at the front. She makes the space so inviting. Tate even remembered our drink orders from last time we were in, which was really impressive. Our plates were served within 10 minutes of ordering them, and we were stunned each time. We stayed for a bit (probably 2.5 hours) and Tate never let our waters go empty once. He seemed to read our minds and genuinely made our dinner such a comfortable and happy experience. Thank you RH team!! <3 Definitely our happy place.

Our server really made the evening with his command of the menu and witty and friendly demeanor.the food was delicious. The seafood pasta dish was a bit on the oily side but everything else was delightful.