Expect to be wowed by the new Terminal A, the $2.7 billion upgrade that started construction in 2018. It’s a million-square-foot building with 33 gates, four lounges, and new shops and restaurants. The expensive project, designed to funnel 13 million people each year, is the gateway for flights including United, Air Canada, American, JetBlue, and Delta.
This guide highlights all of the dining options at Newark Liberty Airport based on concessions information from the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. While Eater will continue to update this guide, the hours and availabilities of these vendors are subject to change.
Terminal A
Bang Cookies: Giant cookies from a Jersey City sweets shop. Central Plaza
Bluestone Lane Coffee: Coffee and tea from an Australian chain. South Pier, Gates 5 and 6
Burger Fi: Burgers, hot dogs, chicken, fries, and onion rings from a Florida-based chain. Central Plaza East
Carlito’s Barbecue Taqueria: Tacos, sides, plates, and churros. Hammerhead near Gate 15
City Rub: Off-shoot of a Newark sports bar known for brisket and pulled pork tacos. East Pier
D’Taco Joint: Tacos, breakfast burritos, and bowls. Central Plaza Food Court
Dunkin’: Coffee and doughnuts. East Pier, Gate 23
Ess-A-Bagel: Bagels, spreads, and sandwiches from a New York-based chain. Hammerhead, Gate 15
Felina Cucina: Sit-down Italian restaurant with co*cktails and pizza. Central Plaza, Gates 7 and 8
Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Kitchen and Bar: New sit-down restaurant from the Mayor of Flavortown with wings, pulled pork sandwiches, and “trash can nachos.” North Pier
Jersey & Co. Gelato: Off-shoot of a Jersey City gelato shop. Central Plaza
Kitchen Step: Off-shoot of a popular Jersey City restaurant from chef Ryan DePersio. Hammerhead Central
Mediterranean Grill: Affordable falafel sandwiches and chicken shawarma with vegan options. Central Plaza Food Court
Playa Bowls: Smoothies and juices from a New Jersey-based chain. Central Plaza Food Court
Shake Shack: Danny Meyer’s popular burger chain. South Pier
Smokehouse BBQ: Burgers, brisket, and sides that caught the attention of the New York Times — in a bad way. Central plaza, Gates 26 and 27
Sora Japanese Cuisine & Sushi Bar: Casual sushi counter with rolls, ramen, and burgers. Central Plaza Food Court
Starbucks: Starbucks has one location in Terminal A. Central Plaza North
The Office Tavern Grill: Sit-down tavern with several locations in New Jersey that serves Buffalo wings and burgers. Central Plaza South
Tonnie’s Minis: An offshoot of a Newark bakery with cupcakes in a cup. Central Plaza
Town Bar + Kitchen: Bar with a little bit of everything: shrimp co*cktail, Caesar salad, Margherita pizza, and short rib mac and cheese. South Pier
W.B. Law Coffee: Coffee and pastries from a Newark-based coffee company. South Pier
Zaro’s Bakery: Off-shoot of Zaro’s Family Bakery, a New York-based chain. Central Plaza East
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Terminal B
Belgian Beer Cafe: Bottled and draft beer with burgers, beef stew, and other bar foods. B2 Rotunda, pre-security
Budweiser Brewhouse: A bar for fans of Budweiser. B1, pre-security
Dunkin’: Dunkin’ has three locations in Terminal B. Baggage claim, international arrivals, and NEC station
Firehouse Subs: Florida-based sandwich chain. B1 connector, post-security
Jersey Reserve: Coffee, tea, and water. B level 2
Little Tony’s Pizza: Pizzeria selling slices, calzones, and salads. B1 connector, pre-security
Malone’s Fish Market: Lobster rolls, fish and chips, beer, and co*cktails. B1 concourse, post-security
Panda Express: Chinese chain is known for orange chicken. Food hall, pre-security
Piattino’s: Italian restaurant with chicken Parmesan and other red-sauce dishes. B3
Salsarita’s Mexican Grill: Mexican chain with quesadillas, burritos, and more. B Food court
Smashburger: Burger chain known for its thin, smashed patties. B Food Court
Sora Japanese Cuisine & Sushi Bar: Full-service Japanese restaurant with sushi, tempura, and more. B1 rotunda, post-security
Starbucks: Starbucks has two locations in Terminal B. Food court, pre-security and B1 connector
StrEAT: Grab-and-go foods plus coffee and tea. B3 rotunda, post-security
The Unusual Times: Bar with roast beef dip sandwiches and other pub foods. B2 rotunda, post-security
Tony and Benny’s: Walk-up pizza counter rated by Dave Portnoy. Food court, pre-security
Vino Volo: Wine bar with small plates. B3 Rotunda, post-security
Zaro’s Bakeshop: Off-shoot of Zaro’s Family Bakery, a New York-based chain. Food court, pre-security
Terminal C
Abruzzo Italian Steakhouse: Italian steakhouse that chef Mario Carbone of Major Food Group helped open. The menu has chicken Parmesan, veal chops, and steaks. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Bar Left: co*cktail bar with small plates and tablet ordering. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Bar Right: co*cktail bar with small plates and tablet ordering. Gates C101 to 115, post-security
Breakfast Boli: Egg-filled breakfast stromboli. Gates C70 to 99 and C120 to 139, post-security
Caps Beer Garden: High-top tables with tablets for ordering beer. Gates C120 to 139, post-security
Casciano’s: Italian sandwiches created by the owners of the Grill and Carbone in Manhattan. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
CIBO Express Kosher Gourmet Market: Kosher sandwiches, wraps, and other grab-and-go fare in a convenience store format. Gate 125, post-security
Custom Burger: Fast-casual burgers opened with help from Pat LaFrieda. Gates C70 to 99 and 120 to 139, post-security
Daily: Shawarma, scallops, pasta, and more prepared in an open kitchen. Gate C73, post-security
Dunkin’: Dunkin’ has two locations in Terminal C. Baggage claim three, pre-security and gates C101 to 115, post-security
Eggy Weggy: Breakfast sandwiches and omelets. Gates C70 to 99 and 120 to 139, post-security
Flip Flop Pancakes: Pancakes to-go with different flavors. Gates C120 to 139 and C70 to 99, post-security
Flora Cafe: Sit-down restaurant with falafel, hummus, and baba ghanoush ordered from tablets. Gates C120 to 139, post-security
Forno Magico: Sit-down restaurant with pizza. Gates C120 to 139, post-security
Garden State Diner: Diner that serves breakfast all day, plus soups, salads, sandwiches, and a full bar. Gates C101 to 115, post-security
Happy Clam Oases: Chicken Parmesan sandwiches, clam linguini, and other red sauce dishes. Gates C101 to 115, post-security
Kaedama: Japanese restaurant with ramen, dumplings, and sushi. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Little Purse: Dumpling restaurant opened with help from Top Chef star Dale Talde. Gates C70 to 99 and 101 to 115, post-security
Mélange Cafe and Mélange Bakery Chocolatier: Chocolate chip cookies, alfajores, and crepes from chocolate master Jacques Torres. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Notorious Taco: Tacos to-go. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Novella: Pizza, pasta, and burgers ordered from tablets. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Oeno Wine Bar: Bar with over 60 wines by the glass and bottle, plus panini. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Philly Cheesesteaks: Airport Philly cheesesteaks with different toppings. Gates C70 to 99 and C120 to 139 and , post-security
Poppy’s Bagels: Bagel sandwiches. Baggage claim, pre-security and gate C75 and C104, post-security
Proof Whiskey Bar: Bar with lots of whiskeys. Gates C101 to 115, post-security
Red Mango: Frozen yogurt with toppings. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Riviera: Burgers, fries, and croque madame sandwiches ordered from tablets. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Saison: Sit-down French restaurant, originally opened by famed chef Alain Ducasse. Gates C120 to 139, post-security
Starbucks Coffee: Starbucks has several locations in Terminal C. Baggage claim, pre-security and gates C84, C94, and C120 to 139, post-security
Surf Bar: Oysters, sushi, and other seafood. Gate C81, post-security
Tagliare: Reheated pizza slices. Gates C120 to 139, post-security
Tsukiji Fishroom: Sushi purportedly flown in from Japan’s famed Tsukiji Market. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Uptop Pizza: Counter with personal pizzas rated by Dave Portnoy. Baggage claim, pre-security and gates C70 to 99, post-security
Vanguard Kitchen: Sit-down restaurant with marbled tabletops and international food. Gates C101 to 115, post-security
Vesper Tavern: Sit-down American restaurant with a full bar for watching sports. Gate C70 to 99, post-security
Wabi Sabi: Japanese restaurant with dumplings, fried crab claws, and gyoza. Gates C70 to 99 and C120 to 139, post-security
Wanderlust Burger Bar: Burger and beer bar with a menu from five-time Burger Bash winner Josh Capon. Gates C70 to 99, post-security
Wendy’s: Square burgers, nuggets, fries, and more from this international chain. Gates C101-115
World Bean Coffee: Coffee chain with baked goods. Baggage claim six and gates C70 to 99 and C120 to 139, post-security
