25 Essential Medical Center Restaurants You Should've Tried By Now

JY Ramen
5500 Babcock Rd Ste116, (210) 462-9100, facebook.com/SANANTONIORAMENIN
This chill strip-mall joint gives you access to a solid bowl of ramen. Choose your base (the spicy Tokyo miso is a favorite) and add your toppings so you can have it just like you like it. There’s also a variety of small bites like seafood gyoza, salted edamame and takoyaki.
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Babil Cafe
8132 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 290-8003, facebook.com
Stop by during lunch to take advantage of the buffet of tasty Mediterranean fare with an Iraqi influence. There’s even a breakfast buffet on Sundays! Be sure to have a cup of the lentil soup, trust us. There’s also fun events that include live DJs and belly-dancing.
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210 Ceviche
9502 Frontage Rd #101, 210) 593-9300, facebook.com/210ceviche
This seafood cocina has all the Mexican fare you love – tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas and of course ceviche! Start off with some aguachile for the table and order up whatever sounds good. Let’s be honest, it’s all good. Complete your meal with a cocktail, we’ll leave the choice up to you.
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Old Smokehouse
5145 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 340-5039, oldsmokehouse.net
For some solid barbecue without leaving the neighborhood, you’ll be wise to stop by Old Smokehouse. While the wood-paneled space is a bit of a throwback, you’ll get the freshest of smoked meats here. Make sure to pair your meat of choice with hearty sides that will make your meal whole.
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Tandoor Palace
8783 Wurzbach Road, (210) 592-1211, tandoorpalacerestaurant.com
Get your fix of North Indian fare when you dine in at Tandoor Palace. Found on Wurzbach, this homey spot is known for its scrumptious takes on tandoor dishes as well as vegetarian and meat entrees, so there’s something for everyone.
Photo via Yelp / Hoa L.

Alamo Biscuit Co. & Panaderia
9630 Huebner Road Suite 103, (210) 265-5585, alamobiscuitco.com
Though still a new addition to SA’s food scene, ABC has already made an impression on local foodies. Celebrate the most important meal of the day with breakfast tacos or biscuit flights, or stop by during lunch for biscuit sandwiches like the Crispy Chicken.
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Dallah Mediterranean Cuisine
5450 Babcock Road #112, (210) 233-9574
With so many Mediterranean restaurants in the city, Dallah is just that good, remaining a standout spot for the cuisine through the years. The Babcock Road outpost serves up favorites like gyro plates, kebabs and shawarma, and makes it so delicious. Come and try it for yourself.
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Sangria On the Burg
5115 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 265-3763, sangriaontheburg.com
With speciality sangria flights as a must-order, Sangria On the Burg is truly heaven-sent. Perfect for brunch and a solid choice otherwise, this Fredericksburg outpost lets you munch on delicious options like BBQ sliders and brisket tacos while downing all the booze you desire. Be sure to snag a table on the patio to live your best life.
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India Palace
8474 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 692-5262, indiapalacesatx.com
Visit this strip mall gem during the buffet – offered during lunch and dinner – for authentic flavors that you won’t be able to get enough of (until you’re stuffed, that is). Specializing in North Indian dishes, India Palace serves up all the classics – think chicken curry and chicken tikka masala – and does it damn well.
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Kababchi Grill
5500 Babcock Road Ste. 102, (210) 960-9999, kababchigrill.com
A sister cafe to the neighboring Shisha Cafe, Kababchi Grill brings you quality Middle Eastern cuisine with an Iraqi focus. That means you’ll get to enjoy an eclectic mix of Arabic, Turkish and Persian flavors. Order the shawarma or kafta, you’ll be glad you did.
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Kohinoor
9425 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 314-8692, kohinoorsa.com
Pull into this family-owned restaurant for a taste of classic Pakistani dishes. The eclectic mix of specialties here allow you to get a true taste of the cuisine – from samosas to start and kulfi to finish with your choice of dish from tawa to paneer.
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Jasmine Thai Restaurant
4065 Medical Dr, (210) 615-6622, jasminthai.org
Traditional Thai cuisine can easily be yours if you pay a visit to Jasmine Thai. This casual spot, founded by Chef Boonthin Srisoongnern, features dishes such as a variety of curries and noodles.
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Texas Hamburger Company
9010 Huebner Road, (210) 699-1189, texashamburgercompany.com
Recognizable for its blue roof, this long standing counter-serve spot lets you get your hands on sizable burgers and sides to match (like the mac ‘n’ cheese bites!), plus other grubby bites. Be sure to check out the daily specials to save a few bucks.
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Tao's Thai Hot
8110 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 994-6967, facebook.com
This strip mall eatery may be one to easily miss, but a visit here will allow you some damn good eating. Modest both inside and out, Tao’s has all the noodle dishes (and bubble tea!) you crave, so get to it.
Photo via Yelp / Angela F.

Rehoboth Eritrean-Ethiopian Cuisine
1721 Babcock Road, (210) 263-7002, eritrean-ethiopiancuisine.com
Inside this brightly-colored strip mall joint you’ll score authentic Ethiopian fare that hits just right. Whether you’re native to the African country or are looking for new flavors to explore, the selection of chickpea- and lentil-based dishes will satisfy any diner.
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French Sandwiches
8448 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 692-7019
Don’t let the name fool you, this is actually a French-Vietnamese restaurant. This no-frills joint offers simple French fare with a Vietnamese flair if you can believe it. There’s an eclectic mix of choices on the menu, including banh mi. Whatever route you go, expect your sandwich to be pretty dang delicious.
Photo via Instagram / breaking.bread.in.sa

Macho Libre
5834 Babcock Road, (210) 455-0443, macho-libre.com
Complete with a lucha libre theme, this fast-casual (whether you dine-in or go the drive-thru route) joint brings you Mexican favorites like guisados, tinga and rajas con queso. Opt for burritaco, the restaurant’s prized menu item.
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Saffron Persian Cuisine
8846 Huebner Road, (210) 637-9007, persiancuisinesanantonio.com
A new addition to SA’s food landscape, Saffron allows you to get your fill of Persian dishes. This Iranian eatery offers tasty bites such as koobideh (skewers) and joojeh. Go on and explore the menu, you won’t regret it.
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Taqueria Datapoint
4063 Medical Dr, (210) 615-3644
For bomb-ass tacos that will hit the spot whether you’re drunk, hungover or just hella hungry, trust Taqueria Datapoint to come through. These mini tacos are seriously some of the best in the city, like you won’t even mind if you have to drive across town for this deliciousness.
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Beirut
4085 Medical Dr, (210) 769-1241, facebook.com
Middle Eastern bites await you at Beirut, so get to it. Your best bet is the shawarma, you’ll just have to decide whether to pair it with rice or fries.
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