JFK Terminal 8 Food

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JFK Terminal 8 Food and Restaurants

As of June 2022, there are 12 restaurants or food options you can get at Terminal 8 at JFK airport. Of the 12 restaurants, they scored an average rating of 3.5 which is decent but not exceptional.

This does not mean that the food at Terminal 8 is not that good. In fact, there are some really good food options depending on what you’re looking for.

JFK Terminal 8 Restaurants:

Below are the restaurants on Terminal 8;

Restaurants Details and Menu/Food Options at JFK Terminal 8

Bobby Van’s Grill at JFK Terminal 8:

Bobby Van’s Grill is a great option for a quick bite or a sit-down meal. The menu offers burgers, sandwiches, salads, and entrees such as steak, chicken, and fish.

It is located in the main terminal 8 section and is open every day from 6 am to 9 pm.

My favorite dish in this restaurant is the steak and eggs served with home fries and toast which costs $29.

Here is a link to the entire menu.

Below is a map showing you how you can locate this restaurant when you are in Terminal 8.

Starbucks at JFK Terminal 8:

Starbucks is always a great option for coffee, pastries, and light snacks. The lines at Starbucks can be very long, so make sure to give yourself plenty of time if you want to stop here.

As of June 6, 2022, Starbucks at JFK Terminal 8 is temporarily closed.

Starbucks is located in the Concourse C section of Terminal 8 close to gate 46.

Here is a map of where you can find Starbucks in each section.

Cascata at JFK Terminal 8:

On Concourse C of Terminal 8, you can opt to grab food from Cascata restaurant. It is located close to Gate 34 and next to the Hudson News stand. It is open daily from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

This restaurant, with an eclectic menu of small dishes, distinctive sandwiches, flatbreads, and wraps, has quickly become a popular destination for residents and tourists alike. Try the Chicken and Brie crostini, one of the restaurant’s many tempting options.

If your layover is less than an hour and this restaurant happens to be close to your boarding gate, grab a sandwich and eat it quickly. It can take less than 5 mins to get your food at this restaurant.

Dunkin’ Donuts:

Dunkin’ Donuts is another restaurant at Terminal 8 before Security on level 1 at the arrivals/baggage claims section.

They are open 24 hours.

I would recommend this restaurant if you are in a hurry and just want coffee and a light snack such as a bagel. You can also get breakfast here I have a rule when I am traveling that I only eat once I am inside the airport and awaiting to board the plane. Eating in restaurants before security and TSA screening can waste your time, especially if your flight has started boarding.

SoHo Bistro:

SoHo Bistro is located on Concourse C of Terminal 8 near Gate 43. The menu offers salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, and pasta.

They also have grilled sandwiches, flatbreads, and salads and can have a pint or a glass of wine with your food. Breakfast options include brioche French toast or eggs benedict. They also have TVs playing football at all times.

The restaurant is open from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm.

I would recommend this restaurant if you have time to sit down and enjoy a meal. The food is decent and reasonably priced. If you have a 2-hour+ layover, go for this restaurant.

  • Phone: +1 718-656-1012

Abitino’s Pizzería:

If you are looking for pizza, Abitino’s Pizzeria is your best option at JFK airport Terminal 8. It is located on Concourse C near Gate 40. The menu offers a variety of pizzas, calzones, pasta dishes, and salads.

It is located on Terminal 8, concource C between Gates 38 and 40;

You can also get beer, wine, or soda with your meal.

The restaurant is open from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm.

I would recommend this restaurant if you are looking for a quick and easy meal. The pizza is good and the prices are reasonable.

If you have less than 1 hour to board go to these restaurants at JFK Terminal 8:

  1. Cascata: They have sandwiches and wraps and they served pretty quickly. You can order quickly and still get time to board on time before the final call.
  2. Dunkin’ Donuts: If you want a drink or a quick bite to have, go for Dunkin’ Donuts
  3. Starbucks: This is also a great option but unfortunately is not open now.
  4. Euro Cafe: This one is also on Terminal 8 before security and they serve fresh coffee, soups and sandwiches, salads, and locally baked pastries at any time of day. You can get these quickly without losing time.

If you have 2 hours+ layovers, go for these restaurants at JFK Terminal 8:

  1. Abitino’s pizza: It may take up to 10 mins to get your pizza or longer depending on the number of customers being served. Prepare to wait up to 20 mins or longer and recommend using it if you have at least an hour to wait for your boarding.
  2. O’Neal Restaurant: On Concource B, O’Neal restaurant offers American fare with a unique twist. The menu features fresh, made-to-order dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
  3. SoHo Bistro: It is located on Concourse C of Terminal 8 near Gate 43. The menu offers salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, and pasta. They also have grilled sandwiches, flatbreads, and salads and can have a pint or a glass of wine with your food.
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