Where to Eat at JFK

JFK Airport’s dining scene in 2025 reflects New York’s food culture more than ever. Below is a terminal-by-terminal look at where to eat. Each section opens with a short setup, followed by a list of notable options.

Terminal 1 – Classic Meets Quirky

The first terminal’s food court still serves as the main hub, but a few spots deliver more than just fast food.

  • The Local – breakfast fare, burgers, flatbread pizzas and cocktails near gate 4
  • JikJi Cafe – Korean and Japanese dishes such as bulgogi and udon in a cafeteria setting
  • Eat & Go Istanbul – gyros, baklava and other Turkish street food between gates 5 and 7
  • Euro Cafe – coffee, tea and pastries in the arrivals area
  • Soho Bites – charcuterie, wings, beer and wine near gate 3
  • Soy & Sake – ramen and dumplings near gate 5
  • Pizza Pub – slices to go at gate 6

Terminal 4 – The Culinary Melting Pot

Delta’s hub is in the midst of a major redevelopment. Local brands are on the way, while existing spots showcase New York’s diversity.

  • Eataly Restaurant & Bar – Italian market and restaurant set to join the terminal
  • Boqueria – Spanish tapas bar planned for the new concession lineup
  • Fieldtrip – Harlem-born rice bowls expected to open soon
  • Beacon Bar – flatbreads, salads and soups in Concourse A
  • Le Grand Comptoir – wine bar with cheese and charcuterie
  • Shake Shack – two locations of the popular burger chain
  • Mi Casa Cantina – Mexican street food such as tortas and burritos
  • Five Borough Food Hall – grab-and-go stalls featuring an international mix
  • Bessou – Japanese comfort food from a Manhattan restaurant coming to Terminal 4

Terminal 5 – JetBlue Food Playground

JetBlue’s terminal feels like a mini food festival, with everything from sushi to cupcakes. New venues are on the horizon.

  • Deep Blue Sushi and Deep Blue on the Fly – some of the freshest fish you’ll find behind a security checkpoint
  • H&H Bagel – classic New York bagels
  • Artichoke Pizza – creamy slices that draw locals and visitors
  • Aunt Butchie’s Bakery Cafe – cookies and cannoli near gates 15–16
  • 5ive Steak – steaks, salads and sushi under one roof
  • La Vie – sit-down Italian meals at gate 522
  • Benateri’s – classic deli sandwiches planned for the upcoming lineup
  • Big Bourbon Bar NYC – cocktail bar featuring Hudson Whiskey NY
  • Dos Toros Taqueria – Mexican tacos slated for the expansion

Terminal 7 – Compact But Varied

This British Airways and Alaska Airlines terminal may be small, but its food options still offer plenty of variety.

  • Johnnie Walker – Scotch-focused bar
  • Irving Farm Coffee Roasters – coffee, bagels and pastries
  • True Burger – upscale burger joint
  • Brooklyn Rebel – pizzeria praised by an online pizza critic
  • Brindle Room – burger spot transplanted from the East Village
  • Apartment 7B Deli – grab-and-go deli staples
  • Bento Sushi – straightforward sushi counter

Terminal 8 – On The Rise

American Airlines and its partners recently introduced several new eateries, with more on the way.

  • Shake Shack – burger destination at gate 10
  • Zaro’s Family Bakery / Dos Toros Taqueria / Dos Toros Tequila Bar – shared space serving pastries, tacos and tequila near gates 31–33
  • Starbucks – two new cafés at gates 8 and 46
  • Bevo’s Kitchen – artisanal snacks and jams across from gate 8
  • Cascata – sandwiches, smoothies and salads alongside a wine bar
  • O’Neals – modern spin on an Irish pub near gate 6
  • Baskin-Robbins / Dunkin’ – combined coffee and ice cream at gate 42
  • Future Brands – names like Black Tap, Alidoro, Harlem Chocolate Factory, Eataly and Momofuku’s Peach Palace are on the way