Where to eat at Gatwick Airport

A successful British coffee shop chain, Costa Coffee can today be found all around the globe. They serve Italian coffee and other hot drinks, along with snacks such as sandwiches and baked goods, available as both eat in or takeaway.

Offering comforting yet elevated dining, Juniper & Co sources the ingredients used in its kitchen locally. Choose from breakfast options such as granola, egg dishes and the house fry-up, or enjoy one of the heftier dishes on the all-day menu. Platters of cheese, charcuterie and other delicacies are also available. The drinks list features craft gins, London-brewed beers, fine wines and more.

With its familiar logo found all over the country, Pret A Manger is a ubiquitous UK chain. The café serves different sandwiches, wraps, salads and other light fare that's ideal for a travel snack, whether you're sitting down or on the go. Coffee, juices and other drinks are available at the two airside Prets at Gatwick Airport's North Terminal as well.

Priding themselves on convenience and healthiness, the Pure shops around the city provide reliable, speedy service and nutritious food such as salads, wraps and sandwiches. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options to choose from too, as well as a kids' menu. In addition to the hot and cold drinks served by the staff, you can fill up your water bottle for free here. If you're in a hurry, you can order Click & Collect.

An American fast-casual chain that specialises in burgers, fries, and milkshakes, Shake Shack makes its patties from 100% Angus beef and cooks them to order for that characteristic juiciness. There are different burgers and combos to choose from on the menu, including veggie and chicken options. The company champions sustainability and eco-friendliness, using reclaimed and recycled materials in its handy to-go dishes as well. Click & Collect is available too.

Sonoma tantalises travellers' senses with flavours and scents that draw on the vibrancy and freshness of California's premier wine region. There's a variety of international favourites to choose from here, including burgers, pizzas, all-day brunch plates, rotisserie chicken and salads. Vegetarians, vegans and the gluten conscious will be able to find something tasty here as well.

Starbucks is one of the world's most famous coffee shop chains. They're notorious for loading their sizeable hot and cold concoctions with caffeine and sugar, then flavouring them with various spices or syrups – the Pumpkin Spice Latte, for example, has become a seasonal icon. Teas, sandwiches and other snacks are also available, and you can even pick up coffee beans or merch for the Starbucks lover in your life.

Get a delicious breakfast in before your flight at The Breakfast Club's spacious and sunny location in Gatwick. The site is open early so you can always get something delicious before you board. Choose from the extensive range of breakfast and brunch dishes on offer, with sweet and savoury options to suit every appetite. Coffee and hot drinks are also available.

The Nicholas Culpeper is a contemporary landside pub that boasts the first airport gin distillery in the world – you can take a peek at it right there. Unsurprisingly, gin and G&Ts are a big part of this place's appeal, but other drinks such as craft beers are offered as well. On the food side of things, the menu at The Nicholas Culpeper features traditional pub grub such as fish and chips, pie and mash, burgers and fry-ups.

A modern Wetherspoon establishment with industrial touches, an eclectic collection of furniture, and a private seating area on the concourse, The Red Lion is as fine a place to enjoy a final pint before departure as any. A wide variety of food and drinks is served, ranging from traditional pub grub such as fish and chips to pizzas, pasta dishes, sandwiches and more. A kids' menu is available as well.

An award-winning group of budget-friendly eateries found around the country, Tortilla serves quick-fix Mexican cuisine. The flavourful streetfood staples such as burritos, tacos and quesadillas can be dressed up to your liking with various fillings and sauces. Meal deals are offered too.

Having served Japanese-inspired Asian food for more than 30 years, Wagamama is a familiar sight in the UK. The British restaurant chain operates more than 150 locations around the world, offering an assortment of Japanese classics, from ramen and gyoza to donburi bowls, teppanyaki noodles and more. For breakfast, you can choose between a classic full English and Japanese options, and vegans won't go hungry here either. Served quickly, the food is ideal for those in a hurry, and can also be ordered as takeaway. Otherwise, sit down at one of the long communal tables and enjoy the view of the runway.

Dating back to 1860, Warrens Bakery is the oldest bakery in Cornwall and a regular sight around those parts. You can also try one of their traditional, hand-crimped Cornish pasties at Gatwick Airport, available with different fillings. Other sweet and savoury baked goods are also offered, such as cream tea and traditional Cornish cakes. You'll find Warrens Bakery on the North Terminal mezzanine.

A popular coffeehouse chain with more than one thousand locations spread around the globe, Caffè Nero operates a landside branch at the South Terminal. The café is open 24/7, letting you get your caffeine boost regardless of the time of your flight. Pastries, cakes, sandwiches and other snacks are available too.

Caviar House & Prunier offers a final taste of luxury before you depart, with a fine dining experience revolving around Prunier caviar, Balik smoked salmon, and other upmarket seafood delicacies such as lobster and oysters. The stylish establishment has been a part of Gatwick Airport for more than 15 years and boasts an award-winning wine list to go with your meal. A kids' menu and takeaway options are available too.

A successful British coffee shop chain, Costa Coffee can today be found all around the globe. They serve Italian coffee and other hot drinks, along with snacks such as sandwiches and baked goods, available as both eat in or takeaway.

Like the other Giraffes around the UK, the Gatwick Airport branch of this welcoming chain is a vibrant spot that highlights flavours from around the world, accompanied by an uplifting world music soundtrack. The family-friendly restaurant serves all sorts of international favourites, from burgers and stir-fry dishes to salads, snacks and more. Early travellers will appreciate their hearty breakfast plates.

Before celebrated chef Bruno Loubet retired to Australia and closed down his sustainable, plant-led King's Cross headquarters, he apparently designed the menu for this airport restaurant and bar, tucked away in a relatively quiet corner of Gatwick Airport. A varied assortment of dishes can be found on the menu, from international favourites such as burgers and pizza to Grain Store signatures such as chilli con veggie.

The UK's beloved sausage roll vendor Greggs boasts a stylish 24-hour café and bakery at Gatwick Airport, offering its pastries with hot beverages, juices, and sandwiches. Limited seating is available, and there's a Click + Collect option for those on the go.

The Itsu chain first launched in 1997 and has since served countless sushi rolls, gyoza, rice bowls and other affordable Asian-inspired classics, including plenty of plant-based choices. The food is made on the spot and packed with nutrients. The sustainability-minded company also halves its prices in the evenings in order to help cut down on food waste.

One of the Danish chain's many branches around the world, the Gatwick Airport location of Joe & The Juice specialises in fresh juices, hot drinks, healthy shakes and sandwiches made with quality ingredients, always keeping customers' wellness in mind. The environmentally conscious company also cares about leaving the planet in a better state than they found it in with various recycling initiatives.

A relaxed café where you can pick up a snack for the flight or warm yourself with a hot meal while waiting for a visitor to arrive, Joe's Coffee House serves barista-made coffee, freshly baked pastries, handmade sandwiches, hearty soups and stews, jacket potatoes, smoothies, juices, sweet treats and more.

If you need a hit of the legendary flame-grilled peri-peri chicken before you depart these shores, Nando's Gatwick Airport is waiting. The iconic Afro-Portuguese fast-casual chain serves chicken in various shapes, sizes and spiciness lelevls, with plant-based and kids options available as well. It's comforting, filling and a national favourite for good reason.

With its familiar logo found all over the country, Pret A Manger is a ubiquitous UK chain. The café serves different sandwiches, wraps, salads and other light fare that's ideal for a travel snack, whether you're sitting down or on the go. Coffee, juices and other drinks are available at the airside Pret at Gatwick Airport's South Terminal as well.

Starbucks is one of the world's most famous coffee shop chains. They're notorious for loading their sizeable hot and cold concoctions with caffeine and sugar, then flavouring them with various spices or syrups – the Pumpkin Spice Latte, for example, has become a seasonal icon. Teas, sandwiches and other snacks are also available, and you can even pick up coffee beans or merch for the Starbucks lover in your life.

Stop at this landside Wetherspoon establishment if you want to get the traditional final pint before departure in. Set in and inspired by the world's first-ever circular terminal, the pub's interior resembles a natural beehive and is fitted with TV screens to make sure you don't miss the latest news or sports. The menu features traditional British pub grub and plenty of drinks, including a large selection of wines. Everything is served within 15 minutes.

The airside 'Spoons at Gatwick Airport's South Terminal is the final chance for a last pint before heading off. You can also get a final plate of bangers and mash, fish and chips, or other traditional British pub grub here, as well as pizzas. Wines, beers, spirits and other drinks are all available, of course, and The Flying Horse guarantees service within 15 minutes, regardless of what you order.

Vagabond brings fine wines and British cuisine to Gatwick Airport at its Bar & Kitchen. Showcasing numerous bottles, it's a contemporary venue with industrial touches. Self-pour wine dispensers offer over 80 choices with a button's press, complemented by a self-pour craft beer section. South Downs, a premium English sparkling wine lounge, is located next to Vagabond.

Having served Japanese-inspired Asian food for more than 30 years, Wagamama is a familiar sight in the UK. The British restaurant chain operates more than 150 locations around the world, offering an assortment of Japanese classics, from ramen and gyoza to donburi bowls, teppanyaki noodles and more. For breakfast, you can choose between a classic full English and Japanese options, and vegans won't go hungry here either. Served quickly, the food is ideal for those in a hurry, and can also be ordered as takeaway.

A vibrant family-friendly restaurant, Wondertree has a café section where you can get a quick snack or coffee to go if you're in a rush to catch your flight. If you can spare the time for a pleasant sit-down meal, you can try a range of international dishes here, including mezze boards, quesadillas, chicken schnitzels, salads and more. All-day breakfast is offered as well, and you can complement your meal with wine, beer and more.