San Francisco International Airport (SFO) — restaurants, cafés, bars and lounges

Eating and drinking at SFO: quick answers

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, California has 84 places to eat and drink and 19 lounges, across Concourses A, B, C, D, E, F and G, plus a pre-security area. That includes 17 coffee spots, 7 bars, and 19 sit-down restaurants. 14 are before security; the rest are past the checkpoint. Hours are in Pacific Time.

How many restaurants are at SFO airport?

San Francisco International Airport has 84 places to eat and drink — restaurants, cafés, bars and grab-and-go — across Concourses A, B, C, D, E, F and G, plus a pre-security area. It also has 19 lounges.

What's open early at SFO?

Cafe X, Cafe X, and Cafe X are open 24 hours. The earliest to open on a typical weekday: Mama Go's Filipino Cuisine (Near Gate B18, Concourse B, from 3:30 AM), Equator Coffees (SF Eats Food Hall, Concourse B, from 4 AM), and Gateside Market (Near Gate B18, Concourse B, from 4 AM). Times are local (Pacific Time).

What's open late at SFO?

Open latest on a typical weekday: Gateside Market (Near Gate B18, Concourse B, until 12 AM), Modern Bay Brew (Near Gate A4, Concourse A, until 12 AM), and Proper Food (Near Gate B8, Concourse B, until 12 AM). Cafe X, Cafe X, and Cafe X never close.

Where can I get coffee at SFO?

17 coffee spots: Cafe X (Concourse E), Cafe X (Near Gate B2, Concourse B), Cafe X (before security, Main Terminal), Equator Coffees (SF Eats Food Hall, Concourse B), Farley's Café & Lounge (Near Gate F22, Concourse F), Green Beans Coffee (Food Court (F11-F22), Concourse F), and 11 more.

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

19 sit-down restaurants: Bourbon Pub (Near Gate B7, Concourse B), 1300 on Fillmore (Near Gate G11, Concourse G), Aletitude (Near Gate F13, Concourse F), Cat Cora's Kitchen (Near Gate D9, Concourse D), Drake's Flyaway (Near Gate B20, Concourse B), Farmerbrown (Near Gate C4, Concourse C), and 13 more.

Where are the bars at SFO?

7 bars: Bourbon Pub (Near Gate B7, Concourse B), Aletitude (Near Gate F13, Concourse F), Drake's Flyaway (Near Gate B20, Concourse B), Kona's by Pacific Cocktail Haven (SF Eats Food Hall, Concourse B), SF Uncork'd (Near Gate F16, Concourse F), Tapas and Taps (before security, Main Terminal), and 1 more.

Are there restaurants before security at SFO?

Yes — Cafe X, Fresh & Natural, Green Beans Coffee, Koi Palace Express, Marina's Café, Modern Bay Brew, and 8 more are before the TSA checkpoint, open to anyone. Everything else is airside, past security.

What are the best places to eat at SFO?

Highest Airside Scores (from traveler reviews): Bun Mee — 8.3/10 (Near Gate B3, Concourse B), Bourbon Pub — 7.6/10 (Near Gate B7, Concourse B), Cafe X — 7.4/10 (Concourse E), Gott's Roadside — 7.4/10 (Near Gate A13, Concourse A), and Boudin Bakery — 7.3/10 (Near Gate A2, Concourse A).

Which lounges at SFO accept Priority Pass?

Alaska Lounge (Terminal 1 · Gate B6), China Airlines Lounge (International Terminal · Boarding Area A · Level 4 · Gate A1), Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse (International Terminal · Boarding Area A · Level 5), Golden Gate Lounge (International Terminal · Boarding Area A · Level 4), and The Club SFO (Terminal 1 · Gate B4). Rules vary by lounge (time windows, guest fees); each lounge page lists them.

How do I get into a lounge at SFO?

Depending on the lounge, entry comes with American Express, Chase Sapphire, Priority Pass, Admirals Club, Delta Sky Club, United Club, Alaska Lounge, American Airlines status, and 4 more — each with its own conditions. The Airside app checks your own cards and status against every lounge's rules.