SEA’s Best Food Choices
No matter where you’re traveling, the food options at the airport can make or break your trip. Deciding on Seatac Airport’s many dining options to find the best place to eat before your flight can be daunting, due to the amount of food and restaurant options, for all tastes and pockets. Read on.
The main terminal is divided into two sections: the North Satellite and the South Satellite. The North Satellite has more food options than the South Satellite.
Central Terminal
Lucky Louie Fish Shack
Fresh, fast Alaska pollock fish and chips are served in this area. Other tasty choices include clam chowder, honey teriyaki salmon, and a fish-shaped cheesecake with a cream-filled interior.
Koi Shi Sushi Bento
The walk-up counter stocks pre-portioned rolls. However, those who have more time can create their own poke bowl. Our favorite is the Spicy tuna with cucumber and mango.
Shopping, Dining & Amenities
Whether you’re in a rush or have time to browse the food and shopping options that Seattle Tacoma Airport has to offer, you’ll probably find something that works for you. Airport restaurants allow travelers the convenience of sit-down table service, and many offer take-away meals to bring on board. If you’re looking for some reading material, a gift idea, or simply a cold beverage, you may find those within a small convenience store. Find the right available options for your visit to SEA Airport here, where you can locate stores, bars, cafes, or eateries, available before or after security checkpoints, and know what their daily hours of operation are.
Maps, Airlines & Amenities
Seattle Tacoma Airport (SEA) Terminals
Trail Head BBQ
For those with early flights, the barbecue restaurant serves smoked chicken wings, chili, and pulled pork subs, as well as a few breakfast options. The full-service bar serves Alaskan beer, wine, and cocktails. Takeout is available, as well as dine-in service.
Evergreens
The Evergreens local chain has a fast-casual eatery at the Central Terminal, where travelers looking for a quick lunch can feast on its seasonal salads, grain bowls, and soups.
A Gates
Africa Lounge
The restaurant formerly offered American cuisine, but it has since changed its menu to include Congolese specialties like sambusa, jolloff rice, and plantains. Rod O'Neal, one of the partners, is from Australia. The cuisine is based on Yves Maganya's roots in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Seattle airport, according to the Port of Seattle, was "the first-ever menu of African dishes in a US airport," and The Stranger's Jasmine Bager wrote that the food is "some of the best I've ever had."
Floret
This spin-off of well-known Seattle vegetarian restaurant Cafe Flora offers a solid range of breakfast dishes, such as the brioche breakfast sandwich or the Flora power bowl with two eggs, avocado, sweet potato hash, and black beans, and greens.
If you're looking for lunchtime food, Floret has a wide range of options, such as grain bowls, salads, and portobello mushroom sandwiches. The seasonal menu means that there's always something new to try, such as the winter grain bowl with roasted squash, kale, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds.
Lady Yum
The kiosk at the macaron phenom from Kirkland's has flavors including honey lavender, raspberry chardonnay, and espresso fudge. Sea-Tac, Washington isn't exactly known for its sweets. However, if you've ever wondered what the most delicious confections are in the area, you need to check out Lady Yum.
B Gates
Rel’Lish Burger Lounge
This airport eatery is a welcome break from the chain fast-food restaurants. The menu boasts a slew of options, including the highly popular Cheeto Donut Burger. The chain serves up 12 burgers with toppings like cheddar cheese, avocado, bacon, and a sunny-side-up egg. There's also a breakfast sandwich and other food for early risers. Sit-down service is available.
LouLou Market and Bar
SEA has been a haven for chefs and restaurateurs who have weathered the storm. While celebrated chef Thierry Rautureau's fine Seattle French restaurant Loulay Kitchen + Bar is now closed, his airport outpost LouLou Market + Bar continues to serve breakfast pastries, sandwiches, salads, and other snacks. The cuisine at Lulu Market & Bar is French-meets-Pacific Northwest, as promised by the restaurant's name.
C Gates
Beecher's Handmade Cheese
This classic destination serves up Beecher's famous mac 'n' cheese, hot breakfast items, and grilled sandwiches, in addition to its namesake cheeses. Also noteworthy: Caffe Vita espresso is on the menu, and there's a tiny fridge with delicious Salt and Straw ice cream.
Dish D'Lish
For individuals with food allergies, this is one of the greatest places to eat at the airport, which is fully gluten-free. Wasabi potato, Mediterranean quinoa, and Northwest couscous are examples of salads.
Hachi-ko
This restaurant serves a variety of Asian cuisines. Hot meals include teriyaki and chicken adobo, as well as made-to-order sushi. There's also a salad bar and a la carte items like chicken wings and dumplings.
D Gates
Sam Choy’s Poke to the Max
All-day service and the chain's first-ever breakfast menu are among the offerings at this Seattle landmark. Chefs are preparing all-you-can-eat luau feasts with chicken katsu, teriyaki beef, pineapple fried rice, and more. Lunch and dinner menus include the company's regular range of customizable poke bowls, as well as table service.
Camden Food Co.
Salads, sandwiches, and wraps are all available at this takeout restaurant, which caters to customers with dietary restrictions. There's also a selection of freshly baked sweets.
S Gates
Greedy Cow
The menu features burgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, and fries. The restaurant also serves a range of local and international beers, as well as wine and cocktails.
N Gates
Bambuza Vietnam Kitchen and Bar
The cuisine at this family-owned restaurant is excellent, and the portions are big. The pho, pan-Asian cuisine, and fine Chinese dishes are all popular at the restaurant. You should also try Vietnamese iced coffee, which is made with sweetened condensed milk.
Skillet
The airport version, which launched as a food truck on the streets of Seattle, is comprised of well-known classics that have drawn lines for years back home. The menu features a selection of burgers as well as breakfast all day long. There's also a kids' menu, as well as a full bar. Table service is also available.
Tundra Taqueria
Tundra Taqueria's tacos and brews are highlights. The turkey melt is served with a side of hash browns and fruit or a bowl of oatmeal. The delicious churros are ordered as dessert. The restaurant also has a full bar.
So, there you have it! Seattle-Tacoma Airport's best dining options are divided into sections. No matter what you're in the mood for, you're sure to find something to your taste. Enjoy your meal and have a lovely flight!