With holiday season approaching, and 2023 set to be the busiest travel year on record, it’s time to start get your planning done ahead of time! Whether it’s when to book your flight, or how to treat yourself…many New Yorkers and tourists are preparing to circle through the doors of JFK International Airport towards the end of this year.
To make your life easier while traveling, we’ve put together a list of food and drink options to save you a headache! From grab-and-go pick ups to sit down bars, there’s something for every occasion! Check out all of JFK’s food options below!
Terminal 1
Most known for its international flights, Terminal 1 serves major international carriers and is associated with the SkyTeam alliance. Airlines like Air France, Korean Air, and Japan Airlines operate from this terminal! Check out their restaurant options below:
- Downtown Market – Grab-and-go market with snacks.
- Dunkin’ – American coffee chain serving breakfast favorites. Food court
- Eat & Go Istanbul – Turkish food stand, serving gyros, baklava, and more. Between gates 5-7
- Euro Cafe – Classic cafe with breakfast and bakery essentials. Arrivals level west
- JikJi Cafe – Asian counter serving Korean, Japanese, and Thai favorites. Food court
- Martini Bar – Vintage-inspired bar serving martinis, beer, and wine. Departures level S concourse gate 9
- McDonald’s – Popular hamburger fast food chain. Food court
- Pizza Pub – Grab-and-go pizza shop. Departures level gate 8
- Soho Bites – Small plates like charcuterie, chicken wings, beer, and wine. Departures level gate 3
- Soy and Sake – Asian fusion spot serving ramen, dumplings, and more. Departures level gate 6
- Starbucks – Coffee chain. Gate 3
- The Local – Quintessential American restaurant serving breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, and more. Departures level gate 4
- Uptown Market – Grab-and-go market with snacks. Departures level gate 8 – 10
- Wok & Roll – No frills steam table Chinese cuisine, noodles, fried rice, and more. Food court
Terminal 4
Terminal 4 at JFK Airport is one of the swankiest there is, and their service and restaurant options are pretty solid. This terminal is widely popular and known as the Delta terminal, but it also serves tons of other airlines internationally like Emirates, Virgin Atlantic, Etihad, Air India, and more. Check out all of T4’s options below:
- Bento Sushi – Grab & go sushi and donburi rice bowls. Gate B26
- Camden Foods – Grab & go deli sandwiches and specialty coffee options. Retail Lounge
- Dunkin’ – American coffee chain serving breakfast favorites. Gate B33
- La Brea Bakery – A fresh bakery serving bagel sandwiches, muffins, deli selections, coffee. Gate B34
- McDonald’s – Popular hamburger fast food chain. Retail Lounge
- Shake Shack – Popular chain serving 100% all-natural Angus beef and crinkle cut fries. Gates B23 & B37
- Buffalo Wild Wings – Chain restaurant serving hand spun wings with a range of sauces and seasonings. Gate B26
- Mi Casa Cantina and Restaurant – Mexican stand serving tortas, burritos, and more. Gate B22
- Le Grand Comptoir – Casual wine bar serving small plates. Retail Lounge
- Pizza Vino – A pizzeria with Italian small plates, individual pizzas, flatbreads, and more. B Concourse
- The Palm Bar & Grille – Sit-down spot serving high-quality steaks and seafood dishes. Retail Lounge
- Tigin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant – Classic Irish pub serving classic pub fare and beers. Gate A5
- Blue Point Brewery – A NY-based brewpub serving beers and snacks. Level 3
- Jamba Juice – Chain serving healthy snacks and fresh smoothies. Gate B27
Terminal 5
Known mostly as the “JetBlue” terminal for many domestic flyers, Terminal 5 is also home to other operating international services like Air Lingus, Cape Air, and more! Check out their food options below:
- 5ive Steak – No frills spot with steaks, salads, burgers, and more. Marketplace
- AeroNuova – Italian restaurant with pastas, pizzas, sandwiches, and more. Marketplace
- Artichoke Pizza – Renowned NYC pizza shop serving artichoke pizza + other slices. Food hall
- Aunt Butchie’s Bakery Café – Delicious dessert shop for the sweet tooths. Gates 15-16
- Baked by Melissa – Hand-crafted artisanal mini cupcakes. Marketplace
- Caribbean Kitchen – Island flavors and species infused into Caribbean fare. Food hall
- Cibo Express Gourmet Market – Grab-and-go convenience store with just about everything. Multiple locations
- Custom Burger – Customizable burger joint. Food hall
- Deep Blue on the Fly – The grab-and-go version of the sit-down spot Deep Blue Sushi. Marketplace
- Deep Blue Sushi – A seated sushi restaurant serving top notch sashimi. Marketplace
- Dunkin’ – American coffee chain serving breakfast favorites. Multiple locations
- H&H Bagel – Classic NY bagel shop. Food hall
- Jamba Juice – Chain serving healthy snacks and fresh smoothies. Marketplace
- La Vie – A Mediterranean restaurant serving sizable dishes. Gate 22 Grand Concourse
- Loft – American restaurant & gastropub serving sit-down breakfast. Gate 26
- Lucy’s Asian Kitchen – Quick-serve Asian specialties made to order. Food hall
- New York Sports Grill – Classic American bar with burgers and sandwiches. Gates 9-10
- Piquillo – A Spanish tapas restaurant. Central concourse
- Revolucion – Take-away Mexican food made “muy rapido.” Gates 11-12
- Starbucks – Coffee chain. Gate 22
- World Bean Coffee Bar & Cafe – Cafe and bakery with delicious coffee and pastries. Gate 9
Terminal 7
Terminal 7 is home to airlines like Alaska Airlines, Icelandair, and Qatar Airways, and is only set to be around until 2026. After taking over management in recent years, T7 will eventually be demolished in lieu of a brand new Terminal 6! Until then, here’s where to get food before your flight:
- Apartment 7B – Deli and market serving grab-and-go sandwiches. Food court and near gate 6
- Bento Sushi – Reliable sushi spot. Food court
- Brindle Room – An East Village burger restaurant with a JFK location. Food court
- Brooklyn Rebel – Brooklyn-based pizza spot serving hot slices. Food court
- Dunkin’ – American coffee chain serving breakfast favorites. Gate 10
- Le Grand Comptoir – Casual wine bar serving small plates. Food court
- Irving Farm Coffee – Cafe with coffee, bagels, and more. Food court
- True Burger – An elevated burger experience. Food court
Terminal 8
JFK’s Terminal 8 is owned by American Airlines and serves this carrier as well as others like British Airways, Qatar Airways, and more! It’s the largest terminal at the airport in size, and features a variety of restaurants after its new revamp last December, which you can see below:
- Angelina’s Metro Market – Convenience mart with a deli counter, custom sandwiches, and more. Arrivals
- Baskin-Robbins/Dunkin’ – Dual counter of ice cream stand and chain American breakfast spot. Gate 42
- Bobby Van’s Grill – A contemporary steakhouse with a full bar. Main terminal
- Cascata Restaurant and Bar – American bistro serving small plates, sandwiches, flatbreads, wraps, and wines. Gate 34
- Cibo Express Gourmet Market – Convenience grab-and-go options. Gates 6
- Dunkin’ – American coffee chain serving breakfast favorites. Arrivals
- Drink Martini Bar – Sophisticated bar with fine wines, craft beers, and an eclectic mix of martinis. Gate 6
- Euro Cafe – Classic cafe with breakfast and bakery essentials. Arrivals
- Mezze Cafe – Bakery-café hybrid with paninis, wraps, and baked goods. Food court
- New York Deli – Authentic NY deli serving loaded sandwiches. Gate 41
- New York Sports Bar – Sports bar with 24 beers on tap. Gate 10
- O’Neal’s Restaurant – Wood-paneled pub with comfort food such as mac and cheese and burgers. Gate 6
- Soho Bistro – Sit-down bar with grilled sandwiches, breakfast, salads, and flatbreads. Gate 43
- Starbucks – Coffee chain. Food court