Red Herring Restaurant & Bar Menu

DInner

Experience a masterful dinner service where bold Coastal Mediterranean flavors take center stage. Savor a curated menu featuring a meticulously sourced Raw Bar, shareable tapas-style plates, handmade pastas, and wood-fired mains—all designed for an evening that unfolds naturally.

Raw Bar

Hamachi Crudo

Citrus - Truffle - Oregano

Oysters on the Half-Shell

Spicy Water - Horseradish

Salads & Mezze

Caesar Salad

Parmesan - Lemon - Pangratatto

Mixed Greens

Goat Cheese - Dates - Prosciutto - Apples

Mezze Board

Hummus - Muhammara Cauliflower - Babaganoush - House Pickles - Pita

Large Plates

Wood-fired Rock Fish

White Beans - Pepperonata - Za’atar

Grilled Ribeye

Shawarma Butter - Green & Crispy Onions

Half Chicken

Red Harissa Emulsion - House Pickles - Lemon

Beef Ragu Lasagna

Basil Pesto - Beef Ragu - Cremini Mushrooms

Sharable Small Plates

Charred Shishito Peppers

Feta Za’atar Ranch

Red Fish Milanesa

Tzatziki - Sumac Onions - Apple Salad

Crispy Potatoes

Sicilian Pesto - Garlic Emulsion

Crab Cake

Lump Crab - Schug - Lemon

Fried Cauliflower

Golden Raisin Pesto - Watercress -

Marcona Almond

Grilled Pork Belly

Apple Butter - Kale & Currant Tabbouleh - Confit Onion

Grilled Head-On Shrimp

Pepper Aioli Marinade - Calabrian Oil -

Calabrian Sweet Chili Sauce

Handmade Pastas

Sweet Potato Gnocchi Gratinita

Corn Butter - Pecorino - Crispy Ham -

Green Oil

Seafood alla Chitarra

Squid Ink Chitarra - Chorizo - Shrimp - Pangrattato - Chives

Italian Sausage

Casarecce - Vodka Sauce - Pecorino Pepperonata - Smoked Oregano

Sourdough Focaccia

Served with your choice of:

Burrata

Rosemary Oil - Honeycomb - Fig Mostarda

Heirloom Tomato

Whipped Feta - Fried Onions - Watercress

Whipped Butter

Roasted Garlic - Smoked Oregano -

Texas Olive Oil

Accompaniments

Sourdough Pita

Hummus

Muhammara

Babaganoush

House Pickles

Offerings by Chefs: Corey McEntyre & Joel Garza | Service by: Hayden Smith

A hand squeezing a fresh lemon on top of the hand-shucked oysters at Red Herring's Raw Bar
A hand wrapping up and pulling fresh squid ink pasta around a fork over the bowl.
A line up of chef prepared dishes at Red Herring Restaurant with pastas, small plates and a grilled wood-fired fish
A view of a chef prepared dish on a green plate with a salad in the background
A view of the dishes on the table at Red Herring Restaurant surrounded by the leather booth seating and the industrial pipes and vintage brick at Red Herring's Cocktail bar.
A pink cocktail with edible pink and yellow flowers floating on top, there's a pasta dish in the background and two other small plates in the background

BRUNCH

Join us for Sunday Mezze from 11 AM to 2 PM with a curated brunch experience featuring $5 mimosas and shared plates meant for savoring.

It’s the perfect midday escape, where bold Mediterranean flavors meet the relaxed Sunday rhythm of downtown Waco.

Small Sharable Plates

Mixed Greens

Whipped Goat Cheese - Dates - Apple - Prosciutto

Million-Dollar Bacon

10hr Bacon - Brown Sugar - Za’atar

Dutch Baby Pancake

Whipped Ricotta - Fresh Berries - Drizzled Honey

Crispy Potatoes

Sicilian Pesto - Garlic Aioli

Cinnamon Roll Focaccia

Golden raisin - Cream Cheese Forsting

Crispy Hashbrowns

Hollandaise

Labneh Parfait

House Granola - Seasonal Fruit

Herring Bay Biscuit

Whipped Olive Oil Butter - Chives

Turkish Eggs

Labneh - Calabrian Chili Oil - Toasted Sourdough Focaccia

Medium Plates

French Toast

Sweet Potato Butter - Whipped Cheesecake - Toasted Pecans

Herringbone Benedict

Za’atar & Feta Biscuit - Poached Egg - Hollandaise - Crispy

Optional: Add Crab Cake

Herringbone Breakfast

Million Dollar Bacon - Hashbrowns - Two Eggs Choice of: Cinnamon Roll, Feta Za’atar Scone, or Fruit

Chicken Shawarma Bowl

Herbed Chicken - Orzo Salad - Carlic Sauce - House Pickles - Hummus

Steak & Eggs

Potato Hash - Schug - Fried Egg - Roasted Pepper

The Red Herring Dutch Baby Pancake served in a cast iron dish with fresh strawberries, blueberries and whipped cream. The pan is sitting on top of a green napkin.
A brunch dish featuring a poached egg and hollandaise sauce with micro greens on top served on a white vintage plate with red scrolling elements and details, on top of a black marble table.
A brunch hash served in a cast iron pot on a green napkin. It features crispy potatoes and steak with a poached egg and red onions. There's green garnishes. Its on top of a black marble table.
A delicious brunch plate on a vintage china plate with red flowers and scrolling lines, The plate features bacon and a poached egg with microgreens on top and cracked pepper.

Red Herring Menus

From daily pours to a sweet finale—we’ve curated a few extra ways to experience Red Herring. Explore our downloadable menus. Explore our Dinner, Brunch, Happy Hour, Cocktail, Dessert, and To-Go menus below to find the perfect pairing for your visit or your journey home.

Dinner Menu
To-Go Menu
Dessert Menu
GLUTEN FREE
BRUNCH MENU
Happy Hour Menu
Cocktail Menu
WINE MENU
A view of the grand entrance at Red Herring Restaurant with a crystal chandelier
A view of the Red Herring Restaurant in a large vintage industrial style building with exposed pipes on the ceiling, warm lighting, and soft plant acccents on the columns. There is a large dining room with Leather booths and u-shaped Tables and art
A view of the grand piano overlooking the raw bar in Red Herring's Cocktail Lounge
A view of the Red Herring tables with a leather booth the Red Herring Chef's line is in the background
A skillet of Dutch baby pancake topped with mixed berries and a dollop of whipped cream, on a green napkin.

Sunday Brunch Returns

Sunday Mezze is more than just brunch—it’s a curated midday escape. Join us every Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM for a spread of small and medium plates designed to be shared, featuring our "Million Dollar" 10-hour bacon, Cinnamon Roll Focaccia, and Dutch Baby Pancakes. For something heartier, dive into our Sourdough Focaccia Benedict or the Pork Belly Polenta, all while enjoying $5 mimosas that are flowing all afternoon.

Make Brunch Reservations

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Located in the heart of downtown—just steps from the Magnolia Silos, Baylor University, and the Convention Center—the legend of Red Herring lives inside Hotel Herringbone, Waco’s premier boutique hotel destination. Follow an unforgettable dinner with a wander through the Hotel’s retail shops or enjoy a nightcap at Lucky Buck’s the hotel’s rooftop bar.

 

Reservations

Claim your table to guarantee your spot for an upscale Coastal Mediterranean dinner or weekend brunch, and let the rest of the night unfold naturally. Reservations not required but highly encouraged.

Reserve Your Table

HOURS & LOCATION

Location:

319 S. 4th, Waco, TX 76701

Phone:

(254) 342-2221

Hours:

Sunday: 11 am-2 pm (Sunday Brunch) & 5 pm-10 pm

Monday-Wednesday: 5 pm-10 pm

Thursday- Saturday: 5 pm-11 pm

Happy Hour: Daily 5 pm-6 pm

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Yes! Our menu changes throughout the year to showcase seasonal ingredients and fresh culinary inspiration. Limited-time features and specialty menus mean there's always something new to discover with each visit.

  • Our menu features wood-fired meats, fresh seafood, house-made pasta, shareable appetizers, seasonal vegetables, and handcrafted desserts. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared with bold flavors and high-quality ingredients.

  • Reservations are recommended, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings, holidays, and special events. Walk-ins are always welcome based on availability!

  • Throughout the year, Red Herring hosts live piano, saxophone, jazz, and other performances and special entertainment that complement our dining experience. Visit our Events page or follow us on social media for the latest schedule!

  • Yes. Our full-service bar features handcrafted cocktails, premium spirits, thoughtfully selected wines, local beers, and seasonal drink specials. Many of our syrups, infusions, and cocktail ingredients are made in-house, and you can only get our specialty cocktails here at Red Herring.

  • Yes. Join us on weekdays for Happy Hour featuring specials on handcrafted cocktails, wine, beer, and select appetizers. It's one of the best ways to experience Red Herring before dinner!

  • We welcome large parties, rehearsal dinners, corporate dinners, birthday celebrations, and other special occasions. Contact our team to learn more about group dining and private event options.

  • Absolutely. With intimate lighting, thoughtfully designed interiors, handcrafted cocktails, and chef-driven cuisine, Red Herring has become one of Waco's favorite destinations for date nights, anniversaries, and special occasions.

  • While no dress code is strictly enforced, we encourage guests to make the most of their special occasion and dress the part. Of course, shoes and shirt are required!

An overhead shot of a dish from Red Herring Restaurant
A close up of fresh shucked oysters and a hand drizzling lemon juice on top. The oysters are served over ice.
A hand grabbing fresh shucked oysters on ice, with a lemon next to it
A plate of handmade pastas with fresh ground Parmesan cheese and basil on top.
A shot of the hand-made squid ink pasta on Red Herring's menu
An image of a pink cocktail with a pink and yellow flower floating on top. The hand is holding the cocktail and there is a marble and black and white table in the back

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