George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) — restaurants, cafés, bars and lounges

Eating and drinking at IAH: quick answers

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, Texas has 122 places to eat and drink and 12 lounges, across Concourses A, B, C, D and E, plus a pre-security area. That includes 14 coffee spots, 13 bars, and 39 sit-down restaurants. 4 are before security; the rest are past the checkpoint. Hours are in Central Time.

How many restaurants are at IAH airport?

George Bush Intercontinental Airport has 122 places to eat and drink — restaurants, cafés, bars and grab-and-go — across Concourses A, B, C, D and E, plus a pre-security area. It also has 12 lounges.

What's open early at IAH?

CIBO Express Gourmet Market, Farmer's Fridge, Farmer's Fridge, and 1 more are open 24 hours. The earliest to open on a typical weekday: Auntie Anne's (Near Gate E12, Concourse E, from 4 AM), Cinnabon (Near Gate E12, Concourse E, from 4 AM), and Chick-fil-A (Near Gate A17, Concourse A, from 4:15 AM). Times are local (Central Time).

What's open late at IAH?

Open latest on a typical weekday: Agave Taqueria (Near Gate C33, Concourse C, until 10 PM), Alchemy Cocktail Lounge (Near Gate C42, Concourse C, until 10 PM), and CIBO Express Gourmet Market (Near Gate E2, Concourse E, until 10 PM). CIBO Express Gourmet Market, Farmer's Fridge, Farmer's Fridge, and 1 more never close.

Where can I get coffee at IAH?

14 coffee spots: Dunkin' (Near Gate E11, Concourse E), Jetero News & Coffee (Near Gate D1, Concourse D), Peet's Coffee (Near Gate D12, Concourse D), Starbucks (Near Gate A7, Concourse A), Starbucks (Near Gate A17, Concourse A), Starbucks (Near Gate B20, Concourse B), and 8 more.

Where can I get a sit-down meal at IAH?

39 sit-down restaurants: Alchemy Cocktail Lounge (Near Gate C42, Concourse C), Bam Bam (Near Gate C5, Concourse C), Bayou City Bar (Near Gate D18, Concourse D), Beerhive (Near Gate E1, Concourse E), Beerhive (Near Gate E24, Concourse E), Cadillac Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar (Near Gate A17, Concourse A), and 33 more.

Where are the bars at IAH?

13 bars: Alchemy Cocktail Lounge (Near Gate C42, Concourse C), Bayou City Bar (Near Gate D18, Concourse D), Beerhive (Near Gate E1, Concourse E), Beerhive (Near Gate E24, Concourse E), First Glass Bistro (before security, Main Terminal), Houston Wheelhouse (Near Gate E18, Concourse E), and 7 more.

Are there restaurants before security at IAH?

Yes — Chili's, First Glass Bistro, Starbucks, and Subway are before the TSA checkpoint, open to anyone. Everything else is airside, past security.

Which lounges at IAH accept Priority Pass?

Air France Lounge (Terminal D · Gate D18B) and KLM Crown Lounge (Terminal D · Gate D16). Rules vary by lounge (time windows, guest fees); each lounge page lists them.

How do I get into a lounge at IAH?

Depending on the lounge, entry comes with American Express, Priority Pass, Admirals Club, United Club, Alaska Lounge, American Airlines status, Delta status, United status, and 2 more — each with its own conditions. The Airside app checks your own cards and status against every lounge's rules.