Elegant cocktail bar interior with warm lighting

Waco's Craft Cocktail Lounge

Where the First Sip
Whispers of Tradition
and the Last Lingers with Promise

Artisan cocktails and seasonal bistro fare on South 8th Street — a sanctuary for those who savor the moment between the pour and the aftertaste.

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Signature

The Omega Old Fashioned

Bourbon, demerara, Angostura bitters, and a whisper of orange oil — stirred, not shaken.

Tonight

Seasonal Tasting Flight

Three curated cocktails, one evolving story.

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The Bar

Cocktails Crafted
with Intention

Every drink is a conversation between the past and present — classic technique meeting local ingredients and seasonal inspiration.

Amber-colored cocktail in a coupe glass
Classic Reimagined

The Alpha Sour

Rye whiskey, fresh lemon, egg white, and a float of amaretto. The first chapter of every evening.

Deep red cocktail with citrus garnish
House Signature

Omega Noir

Mezcal, blackberry shrub, lime, and activated charcoal. Smoky, dark, and unforgettable.

Golden cocktail with orange peel
Seasonal

Hill Country Mule

Texas bourbon, house-made ginger beer, lime, and a sprig of rosemary from our garden.

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The Kitchen

Bistro Fare for
the Discerning Palate

Small plates and shareable plates built around what the season offers. Local producers, foraged herbs, and a menu that changes with the weather.

Seasonal Menus

Rotating selections that honor the Texas growing calendar.

Local Sourcing

Ingredients from Central Texas farms and purveyors.

Shared Plates

Designed for lingering conversations and generous tables.

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Warm, elegant interior of the cocktail lounge
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Our Story

A Place Bookended
by Meaning

Alpha and Omega — the beginning and the end — is more than a name. It's a philosophy. We believe the best nights start with intention and end with memory.

Tucked on South 8th Street in Waco, our lounge is a refuge from the hurried pace. Dark wood, soft light, and a bar that takes its time with every pour. Whether you're celebrating a milestone or simply claiming an hour for yourself, this is your place.

We opened our doors with a simple conviction: that a great cocktail and honest food, served in a room that feels like a secret, can turn an ordinary evening into something you carry with you.

αω — Est. Waco, Texas

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Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations ensure your seat at the bar or by the window. Call us or fill out the form and we'll confirm within the hour.

Address 513 S 8th St
Waco, TX 76706-1135
Hours Tue–Thu: 5pm – 11pm
Fri–Sat: 5pm – 1am
Sun: 4pm – 10pm
Mon: Closed

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