Where to Eat at Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport (MSP) (2024)

A strong showing of homegrown favorites — plus some well-loved chains — offer travelers at Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport a taste of the Twin Cities. On the way to your gate, stop for Neapolitan pizza, a half-dozen gourmet doughnuts, and a beer by a local craft brewer. Here’s a guide to what to eat at MSP: First Eater’s recommendations, then a comprehensive list, organized by location.

Best Bets

Stone Arch

This sprawling bar has a massive tap list of local craft beers — exclusively brews from the MN Brewer’s Guild, in fact. Food includes pub fare like walleye sandwiches, juicy burgers, and salads, plus a few dinner plates like meatloaf and pan-seared salmon. Grab-and-go is available, though the vibe is sit-down. [Terminal 1, MSP Mall]

Northern Soul

Chef Justin Sutherland’s northern-southern fusion menu features buttermilk fried chicken sandwiches, chicken and biscuits, salads, and fried chicken breakfast burritos. A few beers and seltzers are on offer, as well as Bloody Marys. This place is quick-serve, ideal for a layover meal. Breakfast is served until 10 a.m. [Terminal 1, MSP Mall]

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Settlebello

If you’re on the hunt for pizza, head to Settlebello. These Neopolitan pies are airy and light, heaped with crushed tomatoes, fresh mozz, and a variety of toppings. Settlebello serves salads and antipasti too, and offers a gluten-free crust. There’s a full bar. [Terminal 1 MSP Mall]

Peoples Organic

People’s Organic is a reliable go-to for fresh soups and sandwiches, baked goods, breakfast scrambles, and big, leafy salads — it’s one of the airport’s best bets for vegan and gluten-free eaters. This place is good for grab-and-go meals, or you can slide into a booth and relax a little. People’s serves co*cktails, wine, and beer as well. [Terminal 1, MSP Mall]

Red Cow

Red Cow is a solid bet for a burger. The 60/40, made with 60 percent angus beef and 40 percent ground bacon, is a favorite around town. There are breakfast dishes, wings, poutine, and salads on the menu, too, plus beer, co*cktails, and a handful of wines. [Terminal 1, Concourse E]

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Hi-Lo Diner

Hi-Lo is a reliable stop for breakfast dishes like “Hi-Tops” (fried dough piled with savory or sweet toppings), Tex-Mex burritos, and frittatas. Other diner fare is served too, like burgers and wedge salads, plus beer, wine and co*cktails. This place is best for a sit-down meal. [Terminal 1, Concourse F, Gate F10]

Angel Food Bakery

This breakfast savior opens at 4 a.m. daily for grab-and-go sweets like pastries, cupcakes, and scones. [Terminal 1, Concourse E, Gate E5]

Sebastian Joe’s

Sebastian Joe’s a Minnesota-favorite ice cream brand. Round out a meal with a scoop of pavarotti, or an ice cream sandwich. [Terminal 1, Concourse E, Gate E5]

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Surdyk’s Flights

Options at MSP’s smaller Terminal 2 are a bit sparse, but Surdyk’s is a great option for a light meal before a flight. Pair a glass of merlot with a cheese plate, panini, or salad, and save room for dessert. Surdyk’s also has a case of gourmet cheeses if you’re looking to bring a treat home with you. [Terminal 2, near Gate H8]

All The Options: Terminal 1

Airport Mall Food Court

People’s Organic: Organic wraps, sandwiches, salads, and hearty breakfast dishes

Ike’s Clubhouse: Golf-themed restaurant with classic grill food and a broad selection of beers on tap

Stone Arch: Great pub food, a breakfast menu, and a robust tap list of beers from MN Brewer’s Guild craft brewers

Firehouse Subs: Specialty and build-your-own sub shop (founded by firemen) with beer, wine, and co*cktails

Escape Lounge: Vast lounge set away from airport bustle; admission buys you food and drinks

Northern Soul: Quick-serve fried chicken sandwiches, tenders, and burritos

Settlebello: Neopolitan pizza, salads, and charcuterie, plus a full bar

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Lake Wine Kitchen + Bar: Flights of wine with soups, salads, small plates, cheese, and charcuterie, plus a full bar

The Cook & The Ox: Swanky steakhouse setting with premium cuts, pan-seared salmon, burgers, wine, and co*cktails

Hissho Sushi: Sushi, sashimi, and poke bowls, accompanied by a full bar

Farmer’s Fridge: Vending machine for salads and other fresh fare

Moe’s Southwest Grill: Breakfast burritos and bowls, salads, nachos, and quesadillas

Leeann Chin: Fast-casual kung pao chicken, cream cheese puffs, and potstickers

Concourse A

Blue Door Pub: Local burger spot offering Juicy Blucys (blue cheese-stuffed burgers), wings, totchos, salads, and sandwiches, plus a full bar [At the tram stop between Gates C28 and A1]

Bruegger’s Bagels [Gate A1]

Panda Express [Gate A1]

Greek Kitchen: Falafel, spanakopita, pita wraps, and salads with zesty seasoned fries [Gate A1]

The co*cktail Room at 18th and Central: A full bar pouring craft co*cktails from local distiller Tattersall. [Gate A10]

Concourse B

All options are temporarily closed.

Concourse C

T Rex Cookie: Humungous, half-pound cookies in flavors like sea salt caramel chocolate chip. [Gate C1]

Joe & the Juice: Fresh-pressed juices and smoothies, plus sandwiches, breakfast bowls, and coffee [Gate C1]

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Buffalo Wild Wings [Gate C3]

Farmer’s Fridge: Vending machine for salads and other fresh fare [Gates C4, C10, C18]

Bottle Rocket: Fast-casual restaurants with sandwiches, snacks, salads, and full bar, plus grab-and-go options [Gate C5]

Verdi Market: Gourmet grab-and-go market with sandwiches, salads, and fresh-made pastries delivered daily from popular restaurant the Lynhall, plus local Dogwood coffee [Gate C6]

Vino Volo: Full-service wine bar with small plates, flights, and bottles to-go [Gate C7]

Twins Grill: Minnesota Twins-themed full-service sports bar with burgers, nachos, wings, salads, and more [Gate C12]

Smashburger: Juicy smash burgers on butter-toasted buns with shakes and sides [Gate C12]

Starbucks [Gate C12]

Chick-fil-A [Gate C12]

Concourse D

McDonald’s [Gate D1]

Republic: Nachos, fish and chips, burgers and more, plus a small breakfast menu and bar service on Tuesdays and Saturdays [Gate D6]

Concourse E

Holy Land Deli: Local halal restaurant serving shawarma, kebabs, gyros, greek salads, and hummus [In food truck alley]

Angel Food Bakery: Grab and go sweet treats, known for excellent gourmet doughnuts [Gate E5]

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Red Cow: Local spot known for burgers, also serving cheese curds, wings, local beers, and co*cktails [Gate E5]

Sebastian Joe’s: A Minnesota-classic ice cream brand. [Gate E5]

Qdoba [Gate E6]

Farmer’s Fridge: Vending machine for salads and other fresh fare [Gate E12]

LoLo American Kitchen: Elevated small plates, burgers, tacos, steak and salmon entrees, and desserts, plus a creative bar menu [End of Concourse E]

Roasting Plant: Pick-your-own-blend coffee spot where the beans are roasted onsite [End of Concourse E]

Concourse F

Caribou Coffee [Gate F1]

Camden Food Co.: Paninis, baked goods, Half Moon empanadas, and sandwiches [Gate F2]

Panda Express [Gate F5]

Auntie Annie’s [Gate F6]

Cinnabon [Gate F6]

Wendy’s [Gate F7]

People’s Organic: Organic wraps, sandwiches, salads, and hearty breakfast dishes [Gate F7]

Chick-fil-A [Gate F7]

Farmer’s Fridge: Vending machine for salads and other fresh fare [Gate F8]

Zona Cocina: Mexican restaurant serving tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and more, plus a full bar [Gate F8]

Hi-Lo Diner: Local retro diner with decadent breakfast options like Hi-Tops (fried dough with sweet or savory toppings), burgers, malts and shakes, and a full bar [Gate F10]

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Concourse G

Caribou Coffee [Near the entrance of Concourse G]

Shoyu: Modern Japanese menu of sushi, ramen and other noodle dishes, and dumplings [Near the entrance of Concourse G]

Mimosa: French brasserie-style restaurant and bar by local chef Russell Klein [Near Gates G1 and G2]

Cibo Food Hall: Quick-serve dining options — Eggy Weggy and Poppy’s Bagels until 10:30 a.m.; Uptop Pizza and Custom Burgers in the afternoon [Gates G1 - G6]

Minnibar: Small bar and cafe with sandwiches, starters, and hearty entrees [Gate G2]

Volante: Full service modern Italian restaurant with pasta and paninis by local chef Doug Flicker [Gate G12]

Cibo Express: Grab-and-go market with salad, snacks, and sandwiches [Gate G13]

Donut Trap: Stellar local doughnuts, served from a vending machine [Gate G15]

Yo-Kai Noodles: Ramen serving from a vending machine (yes really!) [G15]

Twin Burger & Tap: Burgers, pub fare, pizza, and a full bar [Gate G16]

Starbucks [Gate G17]

Mill City Hearty Minnesota classics like smoked white fish dip, smoked pork chops, and sweet potato fries, plus a great kids menu [Gate G17]

Crisp & Green: Fast-casual, locally founded salad bar [Gate G22]

Custom Burgers: Variety of burgers and toppings, fried chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, and wings [G22]

Poppy’s: Early morning spot for bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and pastries [G22]

All the Options: Terminal 2

Minnesota Wild Bar and Restaurant: Hockey-themed sports bar with classic bar and grill food, beer, and wine [After security]

Vending machine options: Illy Coffee, Subway, Yo-Kai Noodles, Donut Trap, and Farmer’s Fridge [Near gate H1]

Starbucks [Gate H5]

Caribou Coffee [Gate H8]

Cocina Del Barrio: Latin American and Mexican menu of tacos, tortas, and enchiladas, plus a wide selection of tequilas [Gate H8]

Surdyk’s Flights: Food and wine market with gourmet cheeses, plus a bar and a menu of salads, paninis, sandwiches, desserts [Gate H8]

MSP MKT: Bistro-style marketplace with pizza, salad, sandwiches, and an array of grab-and-go items [Gate H8]

Subway [Gate H8]

Farmer’s Fridge: Vending machine for salads and other fresh fare [Gate H10]