John Moore/Getty Images Here’s where to eat at Dallas-Fort Worth’s busiest airport One of the world’s busiest airports, Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport plays host to more than 64 million travelers each year. As such, DFW Airport is home to a slew of restaurants catering to those travelers, with options that range across a wide variety of cuisines, dining styles, and price points. There are some places around DFW airport to get a taste of Dallas and Fort Worth. Chef Tim Love’s Love Shack offers his enjoyable burgers in terminal E, while Dallas classic barbecue join Sonny Bryan’s has an outpost there as well. And Hickory by Kent Rathbun in Terminal B offers the chance to eat food from a local James Beard Award-nominated chef. Browse through the guide below for a terminal-by-terminal look at DFW Airport’s extensive line-up of restaurants. The top slot is our pick for the best food in the terminal, while under that are the local favorites or best options in alphabetical order followed by your chain options, also alphabetically. Terminal A The Salt Lick Bar-B-Que — A Hill Country barbecue icon. [gate A16] California Pizza Kitchen — A popular West Coast pizza chain offering an assortment of loaded pies made-to-order. [gate A28] Dallas Cowboys Club — A self-explanatory bar and restaurant devoted to America’s Team. [gate A21] Ling & Louie’s — Asian fusion fare including sushi, lettuce wraps, and wok-fried rice bowls alongside American classics like meatloaf and burgers. [gate A13] Lorena Garcia Tapas y Cocina — The Venezuelan celebrity-chef (Top Chef Masters, America’s Next Great Restaurant) and cookbook author runs this airport eatery with cocktails, tapas, and entrees including mojo-marinated pork tenderloin. [gate A33] Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen — Cajun seafood (blackened catfish, perhaps?) and fresh oysters from the Gulf and East Coast. [gate A24] Pappasito’s Cantina — Tex-Mex classics including queso, tamales, enchiladas, and of course, margaritas. [gate A28] Twisted Root — Popular local burger joint with a variety of proteins and boozy milkshakes. [gate A24] Vino Volo — Wine, enough said. [gate A17] Auntie Anne’s Pretzels [gate A21] Dunkin’ Donuts [gate A13] Einstein Bros. Bagels [gate A11] La Creme Coffee & Tea [gate A34] La Madeline [gate A25] McDonald’s [gates A17 and A35] Panera Bread [gate A33] Pinkberry [gate A19] Popeye’s [gate A16] Qdoba [gate A16] Smoothie King [gate A25] Starbucks [gates A20 and A37] TGI Fridays [gate A13] Whisk & Bowl [gate A14] View this post on Instagram A post shared by Twisted Root Burger Co. (@twistedrootburger) Terminal B Hickory by Kent Rathbun — A barbecue joint by one of Dallas’s premiere chefs that smokes its briskets, pork shoulder, and spare ribs on site. [gate B25] Cousins BBQ — Juicy brisket that will make napping on the plane much easier. [gates B12 and B43] Cantina Laredo — Tex-Mex spot with strong margaritas and solid fajitas. [gate B29] Cousins Back Porch — Bar with smoked meats from Cousins. [gate B47] Decanted — Wine and cocktails in a cute little airport bar. [gate B28] The Rodeo Bar — Giddy up to this bar for a cold one. [gate B32] Auntie Anne’s Pretzels [gate B29] Baskin-Robbins [gate B42] Caribou Coffee [gate B29] Dunkin’ Donuts [gates B5 and B42] McAllister’s Deli [gate B40] McDonald’s [gate B41] Panda Express [gate B15] Red Mango [gate B9] Smashburger [gate B12] Starbucks [gates B12 and B28] Subway [gate B24] TGI Fridays [gate B9] Wingstop [gate B28] View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rathbun's Curbside BBQ (@rathbunsbbq) Terminal C Pappasito’s Cantina — Tex-Mex and margaritas just the way Texas likes ‘em. [gate C19] Ampersand Coffee House — Drink with an award-winning Fort Worth coffee shop. [gate C37] Banh Shop — Chicken, steak, and pork meatball banh mi along with pad Thai or fried rice bowls. [gate C22] Bleu Mediterranean — A comfy spot for cocktails and Mediterranean fare like flatbreads, soups, salads, and falafel. [gate C10] Maggiano’s — This Dallas-based Italian chain is a good spot for a plate of pasta. [gate C17] Nowitzki — Drink with a local legend, the retired star of the Dallas Mavericks. [gate C37] Pappadeaux Seafood Bar — Cajun fare and a full bar. [gate C14] Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen — expanded offerings from the Pappas seafood empire in a bigger dining room. [gate C14] Shake Shack — Something about running through the airport with a smashburger just feels right. Get a side of fries and eat this at your gate if you want a burger. [gate C6] Auntie Anne’s Pretzels [gate C21] Baskin-Robbins [gate C17] Boar’s Head Deli [gate C35] Chick-fil-A [gate C24] Chili’s [gate C35] Dickey’s Barbecue Pit [gate C6] Dunkin’ Donuts [gate C17] Freshens Yogurt & Smoothies [gate C35] McDonald’s [gate C22] Pinkberry [gate C22] Pizza Hut [gate C22] Starbucks Coffee [gate C8 and C21] TGI Fridays [gate C8] Whisk & Bowl [gate C12] View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pappasito's Cantina (@pappasitos) Terminal D Flying Saucer Draught Emporium — A locally born spot for beer and bar fare. [gate D20] Cru Food & Wine Bar — Wines by the glass, stone-fired pizzas, and dessert in a chic space. [gate D27] Artisan Market — Sandwiches, soups, and salads made with local ingredients. [gate D27] Banh Shop — Chicken, steak, and pork meatball banh mi along with pad Thai or fried rice bowls. [gate D10] Bar Louie — Grab flatbreads, bar bites, and breakfast sandwiches at this gastropub. [gate D22] Brewed — Classic American fare out of Fort Worth, from burgers to salads, plus and all-day breakfast menu and an extensive coffee bar. [gate D25] Cantina Laredo — Tex-Mex fare and plenty of margaritas. [gate D24] Eatzi’s — A Dallas-born, European-style gourmet bakery and market with customizable sandwiches, grab-and-go food options, and a full bar. [gate D5] Hickory — A barbecue joint that smokes its briskets, pork shoulder, and spare ribs on site. [gate D22] The Italian Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck — Pastas, pizzas, and Italian classics like eggplant parmesan, spaghetti, and vegetarian lasagna from a celebrity chef. [gate D34] TX/MX — Tacos, margaritas, burritos, and bowls. [gate D31] Whataburger If you come to Texas and you skip trying Whataburger, the entire visit doesn’t count. [gate D12] Applebee’s [gate D12] Aunt Annies [gate D36] Buffalo Wild Wings [gate D27] Cake Bar [gate D2] Chick-fil-A [gate D18] Dickey’s Barbecue Pit [gate D27] Lavazza Coffee [gate D34] McDonald’s [gate D33] Pinkberry [gate D12] Starbucks [gate D12 and D28] Subway [gate D18] View this post on Instagram A post shared by Flying Saucer Draught Emporium (@flyingsaucer95) Terminal E Sonny Bryan’s Smokehouse — A Dallas institution brings its barbecue to the airport. [gate E13] 2.0 Taco & Tequila Bar — Tex-Mex and margaritas. [gate E31] Drew Pearson’s Sports 88 — Sports bar from legendary Dallas Cowboys wide receiver. [gate E5] Love Shack — Burger joint from Fort Worth chef Tim Love. [gate E12] Auntie Anne’s Pretzels [gate E5] Chick-fil-A [gate E5] Dunkin’ Donuts [gate E8] Einstein Bros. Bagels [gate E13] IHOP [gate E8] Jamba [gate E21] Jimmy John’s [gate E21] Panda Express and Bar [gate E33] Peet’s Coffee and Tea [gate E18] Starbucks [gate E34] TGI Fridays [gate E17] Uno Due Go [gate E36] Wendy’s [gate E33] View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse (@sonnybryans)