A modern hotel bar with a long white-topped island, wooden stools, shelving stocked with bottles, and a wall-mounted TV in a bright, open space. The bar area is lit warmly.
A modern lounge with a curved bar, dark chairs, small round white tables, and large windows offering a sunny city view.
A modern hotel bar with a large white island, wooden stools, tall shelves of bottles, ambient lighting, and a bright lounge area in the background.
A stylish outdoor dining area with glass walls, modern chairs, a small table set with wine, two glasses, and a plate of appetizers, ready for a sunset meal.
Two broken cookies with vanilla ice cream melting inside on a white plate with a brown rim.
A classic cheeseburger with lettuce, cheese, and bacon on a bun, served with a generous side of French fries and dipping sauce on a plate.
AC Bar + Kitchen
A stylish outdoor dining setup with two gray couches, a small table, wine bottle, and glasses on a plate of snacks, under a glass-walled patio.

Bar + Restaurant in Waco

Crafted for Connection

Discover a casually sophisticated dining experience infused with Waco’s local charm. From artful cocktails to chef-curated dishes, AC Bar + Kitchen offers a welcoming urban dine + drink experience designed to linger + gather + savor. Whether you are joining us for lunch, dinner, late night, or moments well spent with friends, colleagues, or someone special, you will find your comfortable seat here with us.

Join Us

Lunch + Happy Hour + Dinner + Late Night

  • Sunday - Thursday | 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Friday - Saturday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Enjoy crafted food + drinks from midday well into the night.

Breakfast

  • Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Saturday - Sunday | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

For Breakfast, please join us in AC Kitchen, also open to the public.

A plate of steak with fries, greens, and a drizzle of sauces atop a dark plate.
A cozy outdoor dining setup with two chairs, a small table, wine glasses, a plate of appetizers, and a bottle of wine on a patio.

Happenings

Picturesque Patio

AC Bar + Kitchen offers a seasonal outdoor patio to dine al fresco and enjoy time together while taking in the sights of downtown Waco. Spark conversations over shareables + sips.

As part of AC Hotel Waco Downtown, visit our Happenings page to stay in the know on entertainment schedules and special events, inclusive of events in the hotel’s Skyline Ballroom overlooking Magnolia Market at The Silos.

See Happenings

Gather

Celebrate Your Way

Whether an elevated dinner, a lively gathering, a birthday bash, a family gathering, entertaining clients, or any other special event, we offer great spaces, great menus, and flexible indoor and outdoor options.

As part of AC Hotel Waco Downtown, inquire about Full and Partial Buyouts across our various event space options:

Private Events

A modern lounge area with wood-paneled walls, a long light counter, and small round tables with dark chairs; large windows let in natural light.
A modern conference room with a white table, black chairs, a wall-mounted TV, a sideboard with snacks, and abstract wall art, well lit.
A stylish rooftop seating area with green velvet sofas and chairs, set against a temple-like structure in the background, under a shaded canopy.
A luxury outdoor hotel pool area with lounge chairs, wicker seating, a fire pit, and modern white buildings in the background, under a blue sky.

Gather

Celebrate Your Way

Whether an elevated dinner, a lively gathering, a birthday bash, a family gathering, entertaining clients, or any other special event, we offer great spaces, great menus, and flexible indoor and outdoor options.

As part of AC Hotel Waco Downtown, inquire about Full and Partial Buyouts across our various event space options:

Private Events

A luxury outdoor hotel pool area with lounge chairs, wicker seating, a fire pit, and modern white buildings in the background, under a blue sky.