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Restaurants at San Diego International Airport

7 dining options · 7 airside · 0 landside

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Total Options
7
Airside
0
Landside
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Vegetarian

Showing 7 restaurants

Terminal 1

Rubio's Coastal Grill restaurant at SAN Airport $ Airside

Rubio's Coastal Grill

Mexican/Seafood

San Diego-born fish taco chain. The original fish taco spot that helped make San Diego famous for this dish. Fresh, affordable, and authentic.

Terminal 1 Terminal 1 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Vegetarian
Panera Bread restaurant at SAN Airport $$ Airside

Panera Bread

Cafe/Bakery

Fresh soups, salads, sandwiches, and bakery items. Reliable option with a wide menu suitable for various dietary needs.

Terminal 1 Terminal 1 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Vegetarian

Terminal 2

Panda Express restaurant at SAN Airport $ Airside

Panda Express

Chinese/Fast Food

Popular American-Chinese chain. Orange chicken, chow mein, and rice bowls. Quick and filling option.

Terminal 2 Terminal 2 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Vegetarian
Ballast Point Brewing restaurant at SAN Airport $$ Airside

Ballast Point Brewing

Craft Beer/American

Another iconic San Diego craft brewery. Famous for Sculpin IPA. Fish tacos, burgers, and California-style bar food alongside award-winning beers.

Terminal 2 Terminal 2, Airside 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Vegetarian
Phil's BBQ restaurant at SAN Airport $$ Airside

Phil's BBQ

Barbecue

San Diego institution serving award-winning barbecue. The El Toro tri-tip sandwich and baby back ribs are legendary. Expect a line during peak times.

Terminal 2 Terminal 2, Airside 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Starbucks restaurant at SAN Airport $$ Airside

Starbucks

Cafe

Multiple locations throughout both terminals for the standard Starbucks coffee menu. Quick caffeine fix before your flight.

Terminal 2 Multiple locations 4:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Vegetarian
Stone Brewing Tap Room restaurant at SAN Airport $$$ Airside

Stone Brewing Tap Room

Craft Beer/American

San Diego's legendary craft brewery with a full tap list of IPAs and specialty beers. Burgers, tacos, and gastropub fare. A must-try for beer lovers.

Terminal 2 Terminal 2, Airside West 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Vegetarian

Dining Tips at SAN

Before Security

Landside restaurants are accessible to everyone, including those picking up or dropping off passengers.

After Security

Airside restaurants are only accessible to passengers with boarding passes who have cleared security.

Peak Hours

Expect longer queues during morning (6-9am) and evening (5-8pm) rush hours. Plan accordingly.

Payment

Most restaurants accept credit cards and contactless payments. Some may accept the local currency only.

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