BJs Restaurant & Brewhouse - Waco (TX)

5 /5 Heidi: We had a great lunch with great personal service today. Burger as outstanding and I was very pleased as it seems a burger isn’t really that easy to cook these days. This was cooked to perfection and the deep fried jalapeños were just the right touch! I wish that I could hv ordered a side of them. The chicken club was another crowd pleaser too! Both come with endless fries making both these meals, very generous. If you can, save room for dessert because they have a wonderful selection! There’s a full bar that awaits anyone who wants to enjoy a classic drink. This BJ’s Like all the rest are large with ample seating in both the regular dining room, the bar and counter seating at the bar. Additionally, I’d like to point out that the restaurant was very clean.

3 /5 Marta Bal Gurbanova: The building is pretty from inside and outside. Food was okay, not outstanding. Service was not as expected. Barmen messed up the drink, seat and table were very wet when we were shown the table. Seemed like not enough staff and we visited there on Friday night around 8pm. There were empty tables around us.. The AC was running a bit high.

5 /5 Rick B.: BJ’s Brewhouse A Sleeper Hit in Casual Dining! Let me tell you—BJ’s Brewhouse is the real deal. I ordered the Cherry Chipotle Glazed Salmon, and it was absolutely phenomenal. That glaze? Rich, smoky, slightly sweet, and perfectly blackened—whoever that chef is, they know what they’re doing. The spinach couscous, roasted asparagus, and fire-roasted red peppers complemented it beautifully, adding texture and balance to every bite. I could literally eat this every day. Paired it with a beer flight featuring BJ’s Brewhouse Blonde, Jeremiah Red, Berry Burst Cider, and Piranha Pale Ale. Each one played its part—Blonde was crisp and refreshing, Red was malty and smooth, the cider added a sweet contrast to the smoky salmon, and the Pale Ale cleansed the palate. Highly recommend trying a mix like this if you’re into beer pairings. Then came dessert—the Mini Chocolate Chunk Pizookie. Listen, that warm, gooey, fresh-baked chocolate chip cookie with cold, rich vanilla bean ice cream melting into it? Absolute perfection. The contrast of hot and cold, crunchy and soft, made for an A++ experience. Service? Spot on. My server, Audriana, was kind, attentive, and made the experience even better. The atmosphere? Comfortable, relaxed, and perfect for a casual night out. And in case you’re wondering—yes, I finished every last bite. (Proof is in the picture—clean plate!) If you’re sleeping on BJ’s Brewhouse, wake up and get yourself a table ASAP. ✅ Overall: 5 stars. Will definitely be back.

1 /5 Emily Hendrix: I don’t leave reviews often, but as someone in the industry I can’t help myself. I’m visiting Waco, and decided to come in for happy hour. I counted the amount of dirty tables when I walked in. 12… There were more dirty tables than guests at the time. Our server who was incredible. Had to clean off a table for us to sit down. It took her 15 minutes to clear the table because she was busy running her food, taking care of her tables, and greeting those who came in. Meanwhile I see what I assume to be a manger (dressed business casual with a headset on) moved at a pace that would impress a sloth. There were at least two other servers on the floor that seemed to be above bussing tables, and a bartender who… wasn’t behind the bar. During a happy hour? Also didn’t dress a glass (salt and lime) for a margarita. Please google image search margarita. Honestly a little disrespectful to the drink. You could taste the lack of pride in her craft. I tipped our server 50% because I just felt bad she had to work under these conditions. She did great. I fully blame the leadership. All the reviews in the past two weeks have been one star. What’s going on with the management here? Going out is a privilege and is not something that everyone can afford frequently. You should honor that and want to create a positive experience for guests. There are a number of reasons why someone would CHOOSE to go out. Birthdays, anniversary’s, celebrations, or to simply make connections with people. You should want to enhance that experience, and it’s so discouraging to see when others don’t hold themselves to the same standards.