John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) Restaurants & Food

JFK Airport offers a variety of restaurants and dining options throughout its terminals, ensuring every traveler can find a satisfying meal or snack. From quick-service eateries and coffee shops to casual sit-down restaurants and international cuisine, there is something for every craving. Travellers can enjoy a wide range of food and beverages, including coffee, pastries, sushi bars, pizza, Mexican fare, Asian cuisine, and much more. Explore the wide range of eateries available at the John F. Kennedy Airport in this guide. 

Restaurants & Food Available at Terminal 1 of JFK International Airport

The table below highlights the list of restaurants available at Terminal 1 of JFK Airport: 

Restaurant	Food and Beverages	Location
Soho Bites	Charcuterie, chicken wings, beer, and wine	Departures level gate 3, post-security
McDonald’s	Burger fast-food chain	Food court, pre-security
Eat & Go Istanbul	Turkish food (toast, gyros, sweets, pastries)	Between gates 5-7, post-security
Dunkin’	Doughnuts and coffee	Food court, pre-security
Euro Cafe	Coffee, tea, and baked goods	Arrivals level west, pre-security
Pizza Pub	Pizza shop	Departures level gate 8, pre-security
Soy and Sake	Ramen, dumplings, and Asian fusion fare	Departures level gate 6, post-security
Uptown Market	Snack offerings	Departures level gate 8 – 10, post-security
Wok & Roll	Steam-table Chinese fare	Food court, pre-security
The Local	American restaurant (breakfast, burgers, flatbread pizzas, etc.)	Departures level gate 4, post-security
JikJi Cafe	Korean and Japanese food (bulgogi, udon noodle soup, kimbap)	Food court, pre-security
Starbucks	Coffee chain	Gate 3

Restaurants Available at Terminal 4 of JFK Airport

Terminal 4 at Kennedy Airport includes bars and restaurants for business travelers after security screening. Here is the list of restaurants and bars available at Terminal 4: 

Restaurant	Food and Beverages	Location
Flatiron Coffee Roasters	Coffee shop with standard drinks	Retail hall east, post-security
Le Grand Comptoir	Wine bar with cheese and charcuterie	Retail hall west, post-security
Peet’s Coffee & Tea	Coffee and tea chain (2 locations)	Gates A3 and B27, post-security
Mi Casa Cantina and Restaurant	Mexican restaurant with street food and cocktails	Gate B23, post-security
La Brea Bakery	Bakery with bagel sandwiches, muffins, and coffee	Gate B34, post-security
Tigin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant	Irish pub and restaurant	Gate A5, post-security
Pizza Vino	Pizzeria with wine	Gate B29, post-security
Dunkin’	Coffee and doughnut chain (3 locations)	Arrivals east, pre-security; Gates A2 and B33
Shake Shack	Burger chain (2 locations)	Gates B22 and B37, post-security
Buffalo Wild Wings	Chicken wing chain	Gate B26, post-security
Blue Point Brewery	Brewpub from the New York-based brewery	Gate 33, post-security
Bento Sushi	sushi and donburi rice bowls	Gate B26, post-security
Camden Foods	Sandwich shop with coffee and tea	Gate B41, retail hall west, post-security
The Palm Bar & Grille	Airport version of a Manhattan steakhouse	Retail hall west, post-security

Restaurants at Terminal 5 of JFK Airport

Terminal 5 at JFK Airport features a variety of restaurants and food stalls to suit every taste and preference. Here is a list of restaurants present at Terminal 5, including their location:  

Restaurant	Food and Beverages	Location
Caribbean Kitchen	Caribbean restaurant with steam table fare	Food hall, post-security
Artichoke Pizza	Popular New York pizzeria	Food hall, post-security
5ive Steak	Salads, sandwiches, burgers, steaks, and sushi	Marketplace, post-security
AeroNuova	Italian Restaurant	Central concourse, post-security
Aunt Butchie’s Bakery Café	Dessert shop	Gates 15-16, post-security
Custom Burger	burger shop	Food hall, post-security
Cibo Express Gourmet Market	Convenience store with grab-and-go fare	Opposite security checkpoint and at baggage claim 4, pre-security; gates 4 and 9, and in the food hall, post-security
Baked by Melissa	Mini cupcakes from the New York chain	Marketplace, post-security
Dunkin’	Coffee and donuts	Check-in, arrivals, and food court
Custom Burger	burger shop	Food hall, post-security
Deep Blue on the Fly	Sushi Spot	Marketplace, post-security
La Vie	pasta, pizza, and eggplant Parmesan	Gate 22 Grand Concourse, post-security
H&H Bagel	Bagel shop	Food hall, post-security
Loft	A restaurant with an all-day breakfast	Opposite gate 26, post-security
Lucy’s Asian Kitchen	Fast-casual Asian fare	Food hall, post-security
Jamba Juice	Smoothies and juices	Marketplace, post-security
Revolucion Market	Quick-service Mexican food with an attached takeout counter	Gates 11-12, post-security
New York Sports Grill	Bar with burgers and sandwiches	Gates 9-10, post-security
World Bean Coffee Bar & Cafe	Coffee and pastries	Gate 9, post-security
Piquillo	Spanish tapas spot	Central concourse, post-security
Starbucks	Coffee	Gate 22, post-security

Restaurants at Terminal 7 of JFK Airport

Restaurants at JFK Airport Terminal 7 are available after security, in the Food Court. Here is a list of restaurants with their location:

Restaurant	Food and Beverages	Location
Le Grand Comptoir	Wine bar with cheese and charcuterie	Food court, post-security
Brooklyn Rebel	Pizzeria rated by Dave Portnoy	Food court, post-security
Apartment 7B Deli	Grab-and-go deli and market	Food court, near gate 6, post-security
Irving Farm Coffee	Coffee, bagels, and other café fare	Food court, post-security
True Burger	Upscale burger shop	Food court, post-security
Dunkin’	Coffee and baked goods	Gate 10, post-security
Bento Sushi	Sushi spot with various airport locations	Food court, post-security
Brindle Room	Offshoot of an East Village burger spot	Food court, post-security

JFK Airport Terminal 8 Restaurants

The table below provides information about the restaurants available at Terminal 8 of JFK Airport, including their location and the food and beverages they offer: 

Restaurant	Food and Beverages	Location
Mezze Cafe	Paninis, wraps, and baked goods	Food court, post-security
Starbucks	Global coffee chain	Near the food court, post-security
Dunkin’	Coffee and doughnuts	Arrivals, pre-security
Bobby Van’s Steakhouse	Breakfast, salads, sandwiches, steak, and a full bar	Main terminal, pre-security
Cascata	The main terminal, pre-security	Gate 34, post-security
Drink Martini Bar	Full bar with a martini list and selection of alcoholic beverages	Gate 6, post-security
Soho Bistro	Bar with breakfast, sandwiches, and flatbreads	Gate 43, post-security
New York Sports Bar	Sports bar with 24 beers on tap	Gate 10, post-security
Baskin-Robbins/Dunkin’	Coffee, doughnuts, and ice cream from a shared stall	Gate 42, post-security
Angelina’s Metro Market	Pre-made and made-to-order sandwiches	Arrivals, pre-security
O’Neal’s Restaurant	Pub with full bar and comfort food such as mac and cheese and burgers	Gate 6, post-security

A wide range of food alternatives is available at John F. Kennedy International Airport to accommodate the preferences of all travellers. From fast food and coffee to international cuisines and sit-down restaurants, you can explore a variety of eateries. This guide provides complete details on the airport’s restaurants, including locations and operating hours, making it easy to choose the right dining option at JFK. 

Frequently Asked Questions