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Legitimate Mexican Restaurants in San Antonio You Should Have Tried By Now

By San Antonio Current Staff on Fri, Feb 14, 2020 at 7:50 pm

Ask for a recommendation for a good Mexican restaurant — not Tex-Mex — within the San Antonio Restaurants group on Facebook and people will be up in arms. So, we gathered the restaurants that these group members generally agreed upon could be trusted for finding "real Mexican food." (Their words, not ours.) While these local spots may not have a menu completely avoiding Tex-Mex, you'll be able to find dishes inspired from various parts of Mexico.

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Las Sabrosas de Guanajuato
6825 San Pedro Ave, (210) 785-9211, facebook.com
This restaurant may not look like much on the outside, but the menu will more than impress you. The moyete with carnitas and enchiladas mineras will totally hit the spot, as well as just about anything else served up here. If you have an antojo for anything in particular, satisfy it here.
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La Fonda on Main
2415 N Main Ave, (210) 733-0621, lafondaonmain.com
Though it’s changed hands over the years, La Fonda on Main has remained a constant since opening in 1932. While Tex-Mex can be found on the menu, this eatery also has options spotlighting interior Mexican fare. Yep, we’re talking enfrijoladas oaxaqueñas, arrachera al Guajillo and trucha divorciada.
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El Chivito Tortas Ahogados
204 Crossroads Blvd, Balcones Heights, (210) 369-9638, facebook.com/ahogadaselchivito
If you have a hard time choosing between the torta ahogada, taco dorado or taco de birria, just take it as a reason to come back for more of this goodness (although we totally understand if you order more than one). Just remember to down it all with a Mexican Coke.
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La Fogata
2427 Vance Jackson Road, (210) 340-1337, lafogata.com
If you’re into a festive ambiance, you’ll appreciate the space at La Fogata. Expect classic Mexican cuisine and margaritas made however you like. The tacos al carbon are always dependable, which makes sense since the tender fajita steak is cooked to perfection on the flamed grill.
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