Dining Options
A variety of food choices are available at MD Anderson locations in the Texas Medical Center (with dining facilities in the Main Building, Mays Clinic, Duncan Building and South Campus), West Houston and The Woodlands.
Texas Medical Center
Main Building
Café Anderson
Main Building, Floor 1, near Elevator C
Monday through Friday: 6am-8:30pm
Weekends:7am-7:30pm
Hot entrees, pizzas, Chick-fil-A sandwiches, grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, soups, grill items, sushi, and desserts.
Café at The Aquarium
Main Building, Floor 1, near Elevator C
Open 24/7
Starbucks espresso beverages and coffee, pastries, snacks, grab-and-go salads and sandwiches.
Bleni Blends smoothie machine with a variety of fresh blended drinks, including real fruit smoothies and dairy-free coffee. All options are 100% vegan.
Express Eatery
Main Building, Floor 5, near Elevator D
Monday-Thursday: 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
Friday: 7 a.m.-2 p.m.
Soups, grab-and-go salads and sandwiches, snacks, candies, sushi and frozen entrees.
Mays Clinic
Waterfall Café
Mays Clinic, Floor 2, near The Tree Sculpture
Monday through Friday: 6:30am- 2:30pm
Hot entrees, grill items, pizza, soups, sushi, Starbucks coffee, desserts, grab-and-go salads, and sandwiches.
Duncan Building
Cool Beans Coffee Bar
Duncan Building, Floor 2, near The Star
Monday through Friday: 6:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Self-Pay Kiosk: Open 24/7
Starbucks espresso beverages and coffee, pastries and select grab-and-go items.
Please note: This location currently accepts Badge Bucks, credit cards and cash for payment.
South Campus
SCRB2 Café
South Campus Research Building 1-2, Floor 1
Grab-and-go snacks and freshly prepared heat-and-serve meals
Self-pay kiosk: Open 24/7
Java Junction
South Campus Research Building 3, Floor 2
Monday through Friday: breakfast: 7 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Self-pay kiosk: Open 24/7
Starbucks espresso beverages and coffee, pastries, snacks, grab-and-go salads and sandwiches, hot soups and Be Well entrees.
Please note: This location currently accepts Badge Bucks and credit cards only.
Room Service
Patients at MD Anderson can indulge in a diverse range of fresh, cooked-to-order meals delivered directly to their hospital rooms, each thoughtfully tailored to meet the dietary guidelines prescribed by their physician. Additionally, room service now offers a Plant Forward menu, providing inpatients, caregivers, and guests with a wider variety of options that cater to diverse dietary needs. As part of our ongoing commitment to innovation and enhanced convenience, MD Anderson has introduced a new mobile ordering system for inpatients, streamlining the ordering process as we continue to embrace new technologies.
How to order PATIENT meals:
Explore our extensive selection of fresh, cooked-to-order meals with the Room Service patient menu link below:
Room service patient menu
- You can place your order anytime between 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. seven days a week.
- Place your order by calling 2-DINE from an MD Anderson phone line or 713-792-3463 from an external line.
- A Room Service Assistant will guide you in choosing menu items that align with your prescribed diet. Your meal will be delivered directly to your room within 60 minutes.
Mobile Ordering "Let's Eat" (The Let’s Eat meal ordering system is only for patient meals)
How to order My Chart Beside
- Use the bedside tablet to log into MyChart Bedside. Click the Let’s Eat button to order your meals through the app.
- You may place 1 order for each meal (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Via Let’s Eat, please call 2DINE from an MD Anderson phone line or 713-792-3463 for additional modifications, and to order more food.
How to Order Using Your Personal Device
- Download the MyChart app to your personal device (smartphone, tablet, etc.).
- Log in with your MD Anderson information for your stay. Select "My Stay," then click the "Let’s Eat" button to begin placing your meal order.
- For additional assistance with Let’s Eat, please call 2-DINE or 713-792-3463, or notify your PSC or nurse.
How to order GUEST meals:
- Orders can be placed daily between 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
- Place your order by calling 2-DINE from an MD Anderson phone line or 713-792-3463 from an external line.
- Payment via major credit card is due upon delivery. (No cash)
- Your meal will be delivered to your room within 60 minutes.
West Houston
1941 Marketplace
Floor 1, near the elevator
Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Self-pay kiosk: Open 24/7
Starbucks espresso beverages and coffee, healthy snacks, grab-and-go salads and sandwiches. We also now offer Eat Well and, local soups and entrees from Bee Fit Foods.
Please note: This location currently accepts Badge Bucks and credit cards only.
The Woodlands
1941 Marketplace
Floor 2, near the elevator
Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
24-hour self-pay kiosk
Starbucks espresso beverages and coffee, healthy snacks, grab-and-go salads, and sandwiches. We also now offer an Eat Well Variety of ice cream from Hersheys and fresh, local soups and entrees from Bee Fit Foods.
Please note: This location currently accepts Badge Bucks and credit cards only.
Northwest Houston
1941 Marketplace
Floor 1, Room Number NWH1.1162
Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
24-hour self-pay kiosk
Starbucks espresso beverages and coffee, healthy snacks, breakfast and lunch options from Bee Fit Foods.
Cafe Anderson & Waterfall Cafe Menus
2/16-2/20
Monday February 16, 2026
- Butter Chicken | 190 Calories
- Basmati Rice | 130 Calories Vegan
- Seasoned Cauliflower | 20 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Shrimp Alfredo Cavatappi | 470 Calories
- Garlic Herd Breadstick | 170 Calories Vegetarian
- Roasted Asparagus | 50 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Creamy Butternut Squash Soup | 180-240 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
Tuesday February 17, 2026
- Braised Apple Pork Chop | 230 Calories
- Cranberry-Apple Couscous | 190 Calories Planted Forward and Vegetarian
- Roasted Broccoli | 50 Calories Planted Forward and Vegan
- Hearty Beef | 200 Calories
- Seasoned Rice | 130 Calories Vegetarian
- Green Beans Amandine | 60 Calories Planted Forward and Vegetarian
- Chicken Double Noodle Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Chicken and Pinto Bean Chili | 345-460 Calories
Wednesday February 18, 2026
- Blackened Tilapia | 130 Calories
- Pinto Beans | 100 Calories Vegan
- Cumin-Spiced Roasted Butternut Squash | 120 Calories Vegan
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken | 470 Calories
- Mac and Cheese | 240 Calories
- Braised Cabbage | 90 Calories
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Turkey Chili | 280-380 Calories
Thursday February 19, 2026
- Asian Pepper Steak | 100 Calories
- Brown Rice | 110 Calories Vegetarian and Whole Grain
- Stir Fried Vegetable | 50 Calories Vegetarian
- Smoked BBQ Pork Ribs | 530 Calories
- Pasta Salad | 190 Calories
- Sauteed Greens | 20 Calories
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Roasted Corn and Potato Soup | 180-240 Calories Vegan
Friday February 20, 2026
- Turkey Meatball Stroganoff | 200 Calories
- Buttered Egg Noodles | 110 Calories
- Garlic Roasted Vegetables | 60 Calories Vegetarian
- Cornmeal Mustard Catfish | 230 Calories
- Hushpuppies | 190 Calories Vegetarian
- Southwestern Succotash | 110 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- New Orleans Gumbo | 670-900 Calories
2/23-2/27
Monday February 23, 2026
- Kung Pao Pork | 230 Calories
- Fried Garlic Rice | 150 Calories Vegan
- Sesame Spinach | 80 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Honey Lemon BBQ Chicken | 370 Calories
- Hearty Baked Beans | 190 Calories Planted Forward
- Cucumber Tomato Salad | 35 Calories Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Italian Wedding Soup | 160-210 Calories
Tuesday February 24, 2026
- Spicy Orange Shrimp | 250 Calories
- Spicy Vegetable Lo Mein | 200 Calories Plant Forward
- Garlic Broccoli | 40 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
- Pot Roast and Gravy | 210 Calories
- Cheddar Chive Mashed Potatoes | 160 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Asparagus Vegetable Sauté | 60 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup | 150-200 Calories
Wednesday February 25, 2026
- Coconut Curry Tilapia | 170 Calories
- Northern India Spiced Potatoes | 140 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Khadi Mushrooms | 70 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Chicken Parmesan | 410 Calories
- Cheesy Penne | 250 Calories Vegetarian
- Green Beans and Peppers | 80 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Creamy Tomato Basil | 305-407 Calories Plant Forward
Thursday February 26, 2026
- Chipotle Orange Chicken | 150 Calories
- Cranberry-Spinach Orzo | 160 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Yellow Summer Squash | 40 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Shredded Brisket Tacos | 410 Calories
- Cilantro Lime Rice | 90 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Spicy Corn and Tomatoes | 120 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Twice Stuffed Baked Potato Soup | 510-690 Calories
Friday February 27, 2026
- Cranberry-Glazed Pork Roast | 220 Calories
- Smashed Red Potatoes | 110 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Glazed Carrots | 100 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Dirty Rice | 160 Calories Plant Forward
- Crispy Okra | 110 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- New Orleans Gumbo | 670-900 Calories
3/2-3/6
Monday March 2, 2026
- Salmon with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto | 180 Calories
- Spicy Quinoa and Corn Pilaf | 140 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Ancho Brussels Sprouts | 100 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Sweet and Sour Chicken | 320 Calories
- Vegetable Fried Rice | 180 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Vegetable Egg Roll | 180 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Broccoli Cheddar Soup | 360-480 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
Tuesday March 3, 2026
- Honey Mustard Pork Loin | 270 Calories
- Roasted Steakhouse Potatoes | 120 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Vegetable Medley | Vegan and Plant Forward
- Beefy Tomato Penne Casserole | 210 Calories
- Garlic Bread | 370 Calories Vegetarian
- Ratatouille | 40 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Chipotle Chicken Tortilla | 190-260 Calories
Wednesday March 4, 2026
- Shrimp Etouffee | 190 Calories
- Confetti Rice | 120 Calories Whole Grain and Vegan
- Red Beans| 140 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
- Crispy Ranch Chicken | 270 Calories
- Potatoes au Gratin | 180 Calories Vegetarian
- Spicy Spinach | 20 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Vegetable Soup | 150-200 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
Thursday March 5, 2026
- Grilled Jerk Chicken | 160 Calories
- Roasted Yams with Pineapples | 180 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Grilled Citrus Vegetables | 70 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Beef Fajitas | 350 Calories
- Chipotle Mushrooms and Onions | 70 Calories Vegan
- Seasoned Black Beans | 90 Calories Vegan
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup | 140-190 Calories Plant Forward
Friday March 6, 2026
- Al Pastor Pork Loin | 90 Calories
- Spanish Rice | 100 Calories Whole Grain and Vegan
- Chile-Roasted Corn | 120 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Fried Tilapia with Creole Sauce | 231 Calories
- Jalapeno Mac and Cheese | 230 Calories Vegetarian
- Collard Greens with Bacon | 50 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- New Orleans Gumbo | 670-900 Calories
3/9-3/13
Monday March 9, 2026
- Butter Chicken | 190 Calories
- Basmati Rice | 130 Calories Vegan
- Seasoned Cauliflower | 20 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Shrimp Alfredo Cavatappi | 470 Calories
- Garlic Herd Breadstick | 170 Calories Vegetarian
- Roasted Asparagus | 50 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Creamy Butternut Squash Soup | 180-240 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
Tuesday March 10, 2026
- Braised Apple Pork Chop | 230 Calories
- Cranberry-Apple Couscous | 190 Calories Planted Forward and Vegetarian
- Roasted Broccoli | 50 Calories Planted Forward and Vegan
- Hearty Beef | 200 Calories
- Seasoned Rice | 130 Calories Vegetarian
- Green Beans Amandine | 60 Calories Planted Forward and Vegetarian
- Chicken Double Noodle Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Chicken and Pinto Bean Chili | 345-460 Calories
Wednesday March 11, 2026
- Blackened Tilapia | 130 Calories
- Pinto Beans | 100 Calories Vegan
- Cumin-Spiced Roasted Butternut Squash | 120 Calories Vegan
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken | 470 Calories
- Mac and Cheese | 240 Calories
- Braised Cabbage | 90 Calories
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Turkey Chili | 280-380 Calories
Thursday March 12, 2026
- Asian Pepper Steak | 100 Calories
- Brown Rice | 110 Calories Vegetarian and Whole Grain
- Stir Fried Vegetable | 50 Calories Vegetarian
- Smoked BBQ Pork Ribs | 530 Calories
- Pasta Salad | 190 Calories
- Sauteed Greens | 20 Calories
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Roasted Corn and Potato Soup | 180-240 Calories Vegan
Friday March 13, 2026
- Turkey Meatball Stroganoff | 200 Calories
- Buttered Egg Noodles | 110 Calories
- Garlic Roasted Vegetables | 60 Calories Vegetarian
- Cornmeal Mustard Catfish | 230 Calories
- Hushpuppies | 190 Calories Vegetarian
- Southwestern Succotash | 110 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- New Orleans Gumbo | 670-900 Calories
3/16-3/20
Monday March 16, 2026
- Kung Pao Pork | 230 Calories
- Fried Garlic Rice | 150 Calories Vegan
- Sesame Spinach | 80 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Honey Lemon BBQ Chicken | 370 Calories
- Hearty Baked Beans | 190 Calories Planted Forward
- Cucumber Tomato Salad | 35 Calories Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Italian Wedding Soup | 160-210 Calories
Tuesday March 17, 2026
- Spicy Orange Shrimp | 250 Calories
- Spicy Vegetable Lo Mein | 200 Calories Plant Forward
- Garlic Broccoli | 40 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
- Pot Roast and Gravy | 210 Calories
- Cheddar Chive Mashed Potatoes | 160 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Asparagus Vegetable Sauté | 60 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup | 150-200 Calories
Wednesday March 18, 2026
- Coconut Curry Tilapia | 170 Calories
- Northern India Spiced Potatoes | 140 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Khadi Mushrooms | 70 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Chicken Parmesan | 410 Calories
- Cheesy Penne | 250 Calories Vegetarian
- Green Beans and Peppers | 80 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Creamy Tomato Basil | 305-407 Calories Plant Forward
Thursday March 19, 2026
- Chipotle Orange Chicken | 150 Calories
- Cranberry-Spinach Orzo | 160 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Yellow Summer Squash | 40 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Shredded Brisket Tacos | 410 Calories
- Cilantro Lime Rice | 90 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Spicy Corn and Tomatoes | 120 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Twice Stuffed Baked Potato Soup | 510-690 Calories
Friday March 20, 2026
- Cranberry-Glazed Pork Roast | 220 Calories
- Smashed Red Potatoes | 110 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Glazed Carrots | 100 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Dirty Rice | 160 Calories Plant Forward
- Crispy Okra | 110 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- New Orleans Gumbo | 670-900 Calories
3/23-3/27
Monday March 23, 2026
- Salmon with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto | 180 Calories
- Spicy Quinoa and Corn Pilaf | 140 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Ancho Brussels Sprouts | 100 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Sweet and Sour Chicken | 320 Calories
- Vegetable Fried Rice | 180 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Vegetable Egg Roll | 180 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Broccoli Cheddar Soup | 360-480 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
Tuesday March 24, 2026
- Honey Mustard Pork Loin | 270 Calories
- Roasted Steakhouse Potatoes | 120 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Vegetable Medley | Vegan and Plant Forward
- Beefy Tomato Penne Casserole | 210 Calories
- Garlic Bread | 370 Calories Vegetarian
- Ratatouille | 40 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Chipotle Chicken Tortilla | 190-260 Calories
Wednesday March 25, 2026
- Shrimp Etouffee | 190 Calories
- Confetti Rice | 120 Calories Whole Grain and Vegan
- Red Beans| 140 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
- Crispy Ranch Chicken | 270 Calories
- Potatoes au Gratin | 180 Calories Vegetarian
- Spicy Spinach | 20 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Vegetable Soup | 150-200 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
Thursday March 26, 2026
- Grilled Jerk Chicken | 160 Calories
- Roasted Yams with Pineapples | 180 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Grilled Citrus Vegetables | 70 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Beef Fajitas | 350 Calories
- Chipotle Mushrooms and Onions | 70 Calories Vegan
- Seasoned Black Beans | 90 Calories Vegan
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup | 140-190 Calories Plant Forward
Friday March 27, 2026
- Al Pastor Pork Loin | 90 Calories
- Spanish Rice | 100 Calories Whole Grain and Vegan
- Chile-Roasted Corn | 120 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Fried Tilapia with Creole Sauce | 231 Calories
- Jalapeno Mac and Cheese | 230 Calories Vegetarian
- Collard Greens with Bacon | 50 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- New Orleans Gumbo | 670-900 Calories
3/30-4/3
Monday March 30, 2026
- Butter Chicken | 190 Calories
- Basmati Rice | 130 Calories Vegan
- Seasoned Cauliflower | 20 Calories Vegan and Plant Forward
- Shrimp Alfredo Cavatappi | 470 Calories
- Garlic Herd Breadstick | 170 Calories Vegetarian
- Roasted Asparagus | 50 Calories Plant Forward and Vegetarian
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Creamy Butternut Squash Soup | 180-240 Calories Vegetarian and Plant Forward
Tuesday March 31, 2026
- Braised Apple Pork Chop | 230 Calories
- Cranberry-Apple Couscous | 190 Calories Planted Forward and Vegetarian
- Roasted Broccoli | 50 Calories Planted Forward and Vegan
- Hearty Beef | 200 Calories
- Seasoned Rice | 130 Calories Vegetarian
- Green Beans Amandine | 60 Calories Planted Forward and Vegetarian
- Chicken Double Noodle Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Chicken and Pinto Bean Chili | 345-460 Calories
Wednesday April 1, 2026
- Blackened Tilapia | 130 Calories
- Pinto Beans | 100 Calories Vegan
- Cumin-Spiced Roasted Butternut Squash | 120 Calories Vegan
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken | 470 Calories
- Mac and Cheese | 240 Calories
- Braised Cabbage | 90 Calories
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Turkey Chili | 280-380 Calories
Thursday April 2, 2026
- Asian Pepper Steak | 100 Calories
- Brown Rice | 110 Calories Vegetarian and Whole Grain
- Stir Fried Vegetable | 50 Calories Vegetarian
- Smoked BBQ Pork Ribs | 530 Calories
- Pasta Salad | 190 Calories
- Sauteed Greens | 20 Calories
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- Roasted Corn and Potato Soup | 180-240 Calories Vegan
Friday April 3, 2026
- Turkey Meatball Stroganoff | 200 Calories
- Buttered Egg Noodles | 110 Calories
- Garlic Roasted Vegetables | 60 Calories Vegetarian
- Cornmeal Mustard Catfish | 230 Calories
- Hushpuppies | 190 Calories Vegetarian
- Southwestern Succotash | 110 Calories Plant Forward and Vegan
- Chicken Double Nobble Soup | 200-270 Calories
- New Orleans Gumbo | 670-900 Calories
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