The Experience
Twisted Root is a quick-service burger joint that feels like a welcome reset from the airport treadmill: order at the counter, grab a buzzer, and settle in with a burger-and-fries situation that actually tastes like real food, not a sad “airport version.” The vibe leans casual and energetic—more road-trip pit stop than white-tablecloth—so it works whether you’re in sneakers with kids or hustling to a connection with a laptop bag.
Travelers love it for one simple reason: it delivers the comfort-food payoff fast. The menu is built around hearty burgers with a lot of customization, plus fries and shakes for the full throwback meal. If you’re tired of snacks and granola bars, this is the place to land for a satisfying, protein-forward plate before a longer flight.
Location & Access
You’ll find Twisted Root in DFW Terminal A near Gate A24. It’s positioned as an easy stop for anyone posted up in the A24 area—perfect for a pre-boarding meal you can time without trekking across the terminal.
- Exact location: A24
- Security: After security (inside the terminal concourse)
- Seating & waits: Seating is typically shared, fast-turnover airport dining. Lines can spike in lunch and early dinner waves; expect short-to-moderate waits when multiple flights are boarding nearby.
Menu Highlights
- Build-your-own burger: Go classic with cheese and the works, or lean into bolder toppings for a more “Twisted Root” style. This is the move if you want something hot and made to order.
- Fries: The essential side—salty, shareable, and ideal if you’re splitting a meal with a kid or a travel buddy.
- Milkshakes: When you want dessert and dinner in one move—great for long layovers or delay therapy.
Price note: Expect typical airport burger pricing—more than a drive-thru, less than a full-service steakhouse—especially once you add fries and a shake.
Dietary options: You can usually make this work for vegetarians with a meatless-friendly build (when available) and sides, and some guests can navigate gluten-free by skipping the bun and confirming prep details. Vegan and halal needs may be harder here; if those are must-haves, plan to ask staff about ingredients and cross-contact or choose a different concept.
Practical Info
- Mobile ordering: If you’re using airport mobile ordering, DFW often supports ordering via DFW Market across terminals, but availability can vary by restaurant and time of day.
- Reservations: Not applicable—counter service.
- Best times to avoid crowds: Aim for an early lunch (before 11:30 a.m.) or an off-peak mid-afternoon bite (around 2:00–4:00 p.m.).
- Power outlets: Outlet access varies by seating zone in Terminal A; don’t count on one at every table—charge up nearby before you commit to a seat.
Quick Verdict
- Best for: A quick, filling meal near your gate; families who need something everyone understands; anyone craving a real burger before boarding.
- Skip if: You’re tight on time during a boarding rush, or you need strict vegan/halal options with guaranteed ingredient controls.
Location
A24