For Keeps Coffee & Bakery

I came in looking for fresh bagels. Instead, I found a neat nook for coffee and a quiet visit alone or with friends you bring here. The staff seem very friendly and helpful.

- Nicole Gomez -

Such a charming coffee spot in Waco! They have a great selection of coffee and pastries, with options to please everyone — including sugar-free and gluten-free treats. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends. The staff was friendly and the coffee was perfectly brewed. Definitely a place I’ll be coming back to!

- Vianey Suarez REALTOR -

One of my favorite coffee shops in Waco, mainly for the vibes. I don't know who picks the music played but it's on point (New Order, The Smiths, Echo and the Bunnymen, Neil Young, Nate King Cole, Cocteau Twins). It's varied but all the songs and artists are stellar (at least the times when I've been there). Coffee is good, food is decent (to be fair, I've only tried a handful of their baked goods and some items I like more than others). Whoever is creating the recipes should go for a bit more depth of flavor. Prices are meh. Not just here but, throughout Waco, the trendier spots seem to charge Austin and Dallas prices for Waco-quality food. My muffin was $4 (and it wasn't one of those big muffins). I don't mind paying $4 for a regular-sized muffin if the taste was amazing but not so much when it's just like a muffin I can get at Panera. Seating and layout are great. Adequate and clean bathrooms. Not a ton of parking-lot parking so need to find street parking when place is packed. Staff is friendly but could be friendlier (most seem indifferent when you walk in). Nothing bad food and service wise, but short of five stars in food and service categories for those reasons.

- Kevin Villegas -

MY FOR KEEPS REVIEW For Keeps Coffee & Bakery a.k.a my home away from home. Short Review: #1 coffee and baked goods selection AND the best vibes in Waco, Texas. Long Review: From a product standpoint - Their consistency and value for excellence is what keeps me coming back to For Keeps. As someone who has frequented this shop for a few years now, I know that I can count on really good coffee and fresh baked goods made in-house. If you’re getting traditional coffees like cortado/macchiato/cappuccino/americano, then you’re in the right place because they make them correctly. The lattes are fun too because they seasonally come out with new flavor offerings! Matcha latte is on point here too. The pastries are really well done, made fresh from scratch. Highlights for me being the cinnamon bun and the breakfast sammy. And just like the lattes - the baked goods seasonally change! There is a ton of seating for both individuals and groups of about 4-5 people. When the weather is right the garage doors open and also the patio seating is really nice and relaxing. The overall space is bright and open. Dog friendly. Couldn’t ask for more from a coffee shop! For Keeps is one of those coffee shops where you feel good being in there and like you could hang out there all day or just swing by to pick up a coffee on your way to work! Love this place

- Jordan Brown -

Low-key, friendly vibe with staff who clearly like being here - makes you like being here too. The food and pastries are made fresh, and now that they roast their coffee onsite, it's the whole package. An easy place to settle in and work or talk without any pretense, just a solid, authentic neighborhood coffee shop.

- Kyle Van Pelt -

Super cute coffee shop! The vibes were fantastic! I took my two kids with me, we got 3 drinks and a large orange roll and it was $17! They also use real glass cups, which is such a cute touch! All of the staff were super nice! 10/10 They also have gluten free pastry options!

- Madalyn Moore -