The Raven’s Nook Bookshop and Bistro

By Austin Johnson | June 4, 2026

Waco’s destination independent bookshop and bistro. Explore multiple themed rooms, each designed to match the mood and genre of the books they hold. Settle in with a carefully crafted tea or coffee, and enjoy a selection of charcuterie boards, sandwiches, and shareable snacks as you browse, relax, and discover your next favorite read.  Let us…

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Rancher Hat Bar

By Becky Aydelotte | February 21, 2025

Rancher Hat Bar is popular custom hat shop and western wear boutique for the modern cowgirl. Choose your hat style, select your bands, charms, accessories and brand/burn. We carry high end hats and have something for every budget. We have over 70 hat styles and colors in store and thousands of add ons. Bring friends…

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Vintage Mio Records & Things

By Becky Aydelotte | May 3, 2024

This independent record shop in downtown Waco sells new and used vinyl and buys and trades records. A portion of the sales of tees and stickers is donated to local, vetted non profits, including cancer treatment centers, women’s shelters, foster care agencies and more. Open: Tuesday – Friday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday 9…

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Brazos Bike Lounge

By Mandy Spikes | March 2, 2023

Cycling service center and hangout in downtown Waco. “The community comes first at the Brazos Bike Lounge. Above all else, this space is a safe place to talk bikes, enjoy a beverage, and meet new people who are as equally enthralled with two wheels as you are.” Facebook Instagram

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Lu and Home

By Mandy Spikes | January 18, 2023

High-end Second Hand Furniture Lu and Home believe’s in people first, that everyone can enjoy the best life has to offer, and good deals. We love the idea that Lu and Home gives our friends and family (which is you!) an opportunity to own some of the most quality home furnishing pieces made in our…

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Hotel Herringbone

By Mandy Spikes | January 3, 2023

Luxury accommodations, live music & entertainment, shopping, culinary delights, playful design, and modern style 38,000 square feet of mixed-use space with four stories of retail shops, restaurants, event space, and a 21-room boutique hotel. Meeting space – 5,000 Sq. Ft. Number meeting rooms – 3

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8th Street Market

By Mandy Spikes | April 12, 2022

8th Street Market is located across the street from Magnolia Market and the Silos in Waco, Texas. We are the home of JDH Ironworks downtown location, M Doughnuts and Waco Tours satellite location. Our market will also host vendor events throughout the year, so be on the look out for a fun event soon! At…

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