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Guide to Food and Restaurants at Orlando Airport (MCO)

Quick Questions about Where to Eat

  • Is the best food before or after security? Definitely before security. The main Food Court on Level 3 (Terminals A and B) has the greatest variety. Options at the gates are much more limited and often of lower quality.
  • Are there 24-hour options? Yes. If you have a late-night or early-morning flight, your best options are McDonald's, Dunkin' Donuts, and Starbucks in the public area of the North Complex, as well as McCoy's Bar & Grill To-Go.
  • Which restaurant do travelers recommend the most? McCoy's Bar & Grill (public area, 24 hours) receives the most consistent overall ratings. Cask & Larder (gates 100-129 and Terminal C) is also praised for its quality, although with frequent reports of slow service — better option if you're not in a hurry.
  • Is there any place I should avoid? Outback Steakhouse is the establishment with the most complaints at the airport: long waits, failures in the QR ordering system, and even plastic utensils to cut meat. Moe's Southwest Grill and Bahama Breeze also receive recurring complaints about rude customer service. It's better to have them as a last option.
  • Are there hidden charges at any restaurant? Yes. At Bahama Breeze, an automatic 18% service charge is applied that is not always clearly announced. It's worth checking the bill before paying.

Critical Points: Smart Traveler's Manual

  • Outback Steakhouse, the most problematic: long waits despite empty tables, technical failures in the QR ordering system, and repeated complaints about plastic tableware. Strategy: if you're looking for something quick before boarding, this establishment is not the most reliable — there are better alternatives in the same area.
  • Automatic service charges: at Bahama Breeze, an 18% service charge is automatically applied. Strategy: check the bill before paying to avoid surprises.
  • Slow service at Cask & Larder: the food is good, but there are frequent reports of considerable delays. If your connection is tight, it's better to prioritize another option.
  • McCoy's as the most reliable option: available 24 hours in the public area, it receives the most consistent ratings at the airport for both food and service.

The Good and the Bad of the Dining Offering

  • The Good (Standout Places)
    • For Overall Reliability: McCoy's Bar & Grill (public area, 24 hours) receives the most consistent ratings for both food and service.
    • For Quality and Local Flavor: Cask & Larder and Sunshine Diner (Terminal C) offer high-quality Southern food, although Cask & Larder has frequent reports of slow service.
    • For a Reliable Coffee: Zaza Cuban Café is very popular for its authentic Cuban coffee and empanadas.
    • 24-Hour Options: McDonald's, Dunkin' Donuts, and McCoy's To-Go in the public area will save you at odd hours.
    • Value for Money: Panda Express is mentioned for maintaining reasonable prices, similar to those outside the airport.
  • The Bad (Critical Points to Avoid)
    • Outback Steakhouse: the establishment with the most serious complaint pattern at the airport — long waits, QR ordering system failures, and plastic utensils provided to cut meat.
    • Poor Customer Service: Places like Moe's Southwest Grill and Bahama Breeze accumulate complaints about rude and apathetic staff; Bahama Breeze also applies an automatic 18% service charge that is not always clearly communicated.
    • Early Closures: Many options at the gates close long before the last flight, leaving travelers without alternatives.
    • Deceptive Healthy Options: Freshens, which markets itself as healthy, is criticized for the extremely high sugar content in its smoothies.

Public Area – North Terminal Complex

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  • AUNTIE ANNE'S
    Location: Food court.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Pretzels.
  • CARVEL
    Location: Food court.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Ice cream.
  • CHICK-FIL-A
    Location: Food court.
    Hours: 5:00 am – 10:00 pm (Monday to Saturday).
    Type: Chicken nuggets and sandwiches.
  • CINNABON
    Location: Food court.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Cinnamon rolls.
  • DUNKIN' DONUTS & BASKIN ROBBINS
    Location: North Concourse.
    Hours: 24 hours.
    Type: Coffee and donuts.
  • FIREHOUSE SUBS
    Location: Food court.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Sandwiches.
  • HEMISPHERE
    Location: East hall.
    Hours: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm (Tuesday to Saturday).
    Type: Steaks and seafood.
  • LOBBY BAR
    Location: East hall.
    Hours: 12:00 pm – 11:59 pm.
    Type: Small plates and drinks.
  • MCCOY'S BAR & GRILL TO-GO
    Location: East hall.
    Hours: 24 hours.
    Type: American food and sushi.
  • MCDONALD'S
    Location: Food court.
    Hours: 24 hours.
    Type: Burgers.
  • MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL
    Location: Food court.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Tex-Mex.
  • ORANGE COUNTY BREWERS
    Location: East hall.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Bar.
  • ORLANDO PRIDE CITY PUB
    Location: West hall.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Bar.
  • PANDA EXPRESS
    Location: Food court.
    Hours: 8:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Chinese food.
  • ROMANO'S MACARONI GRILL
    Location: West hall.
    Hours: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Italian cuisine.
  • SBARRO
    Location: Food court.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Pizza.
  • STARBUCKS
    Location: Level 2 Side A / East hall.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm / 24 hours.
    Type: Coffee and tea.

Gates 1–29 (Terminal A)

  • LE GRAND COMPTOIR
    Location: Gate 22.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Wine bar.
  • ON THE BORDER
    Location: Gates 1–29.
    Hours: 6:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Mexican cantina.
  • STARBUCKS
    Location: Gates 1–29.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Coffee and tea.
  • URBAN CRAVE
    Location: Gates 1–29.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Street food.
  • ZAZA TO GO
    Location: Gates 1–29.
    Hours: 4:30 am – last flight.
    Type: Cuban coffee.

Gates 30–59 (Terminal B)

  • CAMDEN FOOD CO
    Location: Gates 50–59.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Gourmet market.
  • GASTROHUB
    Location: Gates 30–59.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: American cuisine.

Gates 70–99 (Terminal B)

  • BAHAMA BREEZE
    Location: Gates 70–79.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Caribbean-inspired cuisine.
  • BURGER KING
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Burgers.
  • CARVEL
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Ice cream.
  • CIBO EXPRESS
    Location: Gate 72 / Gate 80 / Gate 92.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Gourmet market, bar.
  • NATHAN'S FAMOUS
    Location: Gates 70–79.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Hot dogs.
  • OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
    Location: Gates 70–79.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Steaks.
  • STARBUCKS
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Coffee and tea.
  • TACOS LOCOS
    Location: Gates 70–79.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Tacos.
  • VINO VOLO
    Location: Gates 70–79.
    Hours: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Wine bar.

Gates 100–129 (Terminal A)

  • ASIAN CHAO
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 8:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Chinese food.
  • AUNTIE ANNE'S
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 7:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Pretzels.
  • BANANAS
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 4:30 am – last flight.
    Type: Smoothies & frozen yogurt.
  • CASK & LARDER
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Bar, Southern cuisine.
  • CHIPOTLE
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 8:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Mexican food.
  • FARMAIR'S MARKET
    Location: Gate 103 / Gate 123
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Grab & go meals.
  • GREEN LEAF'S
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 4:30 am – last flight.
    Type: Salads.
  • JERSEY MIKE’S
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 4:30 am – last flight.
    Type: Sandwiches.
  • MCDONALD'S
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 5:30 am – last flight.
    Type: Burgers.
  • STARBUCKS
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Coffee and tea.
  • VILLA ITALIAN KITCHEN
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 4:30 am – last flight.
    Type: Italian pasta, pizza.

Terminal C – Pre-Security

  • BARNIE'S COFFEE & TEA
    Location: Baggage claim area.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 12:00 am.
    Type: Coffee and tea.
  • HARVEST & GROUNDS
    Location: Ticketing area.
    Hours: 4:00 am – 8:00 pm.
    Type: Coffee, snacks.
  • STARBUCKS
    Location: Baggage claim area.
    Hours: 8:00 am – 1:00 am.
    Type: Coffee and tea.

Terminal C – Post-Security

A realistic airport food court scene featuring a Caucasian man and woman picking up their trays of food from Auntie Anne's and Cinnabon counters, with the vendor behind the counter
  • AUNTIE ANNE'S / CINNABON
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Pretzels.
  • CASK & LARDER
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Bar, grab & go meals.
  • CHICK-FIL-A
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight (Mon–Sat).
    Type: Chicken nuggets, sandwiches.
  • CUCINA & CO.
    Location: Gates C230–C245.
    Hours: 3:30 am – last flight.
    Type: Italian food.
  • DESANO PIZZERIA
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 10:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Neapolitan pizza.
  • GREENBEAT
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 8:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Salads.
  • OLDE HEARTH BREAD COMPANY
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Bakery, soups, sandwiches, pastries.
  • ORANGE COUNTY BREWERS
    Location: Gates C230–C245.
    Hours: 7:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Bar.
  • RAVENOUS PIG BREWING
    Location: Gates C230–C245.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Bar.
  • REPLENISH WITH ILLY'S COFFEE
    Location: Gates C230–C245.
    Hours: 4:30 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Bar.
  • SHAKE SHACK
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Burgers, fries, shakes.
  • STARBUCKS
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Coffee and tea.
  • SUMMER HOUSE
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm.
    Type: Fresh food and Florida drinks.
  • SUNSHINE DINER
    Location: Gates C230–C245.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Southern Florida cuisine.
  • WINE BAR GEORGE
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 5:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Wine bar.
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