Stone Arch at MSP: Food & Drink in Terminal 1 Mall

Shop Overview

Stone Arch is a Food & Beverage stop in Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) designed for travelers who want something easy, satisfying, and fast without sacrificing quality. If you’re transiting through Terminal 1 and want a reliable place to pick up refreshments before committing to the concourses, this is a smart “grab-it-while-you-can” option.

Because it’s located in the Terminal 1 MSP Mall, Stone Arch fits naturally into the pre-flight routine: arrive, orient yourself, and fuel up. Expect a straightforward, traveler-friendly experience—quick ordering, portable items, and a focus on convenience for passengers juggling bags, boarding times, and connections.

What to Buy

• Grab-and-go food: The best buys are items you can easily take to your gate—think snackable options and light meals that won’t slow you down during boarding.
• Packable beverages: If you’re stocking up for the flight, choose sealed drinks that travel well in a carry-on or personal item (especially useful if you have a long wait at the gate).
• Last-minute “airport essentials” snacks: When you don’t have time for a full meal, this is the place to build a quick “flight kit” (something to eat now plus something for later).

Local specialties: MSP’s Terminal 1 retail mix emphasizes regional flavor and Minnesota-made products across the MSP Mall area. If Stone Arch offers any locally sourced or Minnesota-branded items on the day you travel, they’re worth prioritizing as a practical souvenir you can consume on the trip.

Price comparisons: Stone Arch is not duty-free, so you should expect standard airport pricing. For travelers focused on tax-free savings, MSP’s duty-free shops are better for categories like liquor, tobacco, and beauty—not everyday snacks and soft drinks.

Location & Hours

Exact location: Terminal 1 – MSP Mall at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP).

Directions: After arriving in Terminal 1, follow signs for the MSP Mall, the central shopping and dining spine connecting multiple concourses. The MSP Mall is a convenient meet-up point if you’re coordinating with others, and it’s a good place to shop before walking farther out to your gate.

Security access: The MSP Mall includes areas that may be accessible before or after security depending on the specific storefront placement. Plan to visit Stone Arch when you first reach the MSP Mall; if you can’t access it after clearing TSA, you’ll still have time to pivot to nearby post-security options.

Best times to shop: Expect the biggest rush early morning and again in the late afternoon/early evening bank of departures. Quieter windows are typically mid-morning and mid-afternoon, when lines are shorter and choices are less picked over.

Shopping Tips

• Timing tip: If you want the widest selection of grab-and-go items, shop earlier in your travel window rather than right at boarding time.
• Duty-free reminder: Not applicable here, but if you’re pairing food shopping with duty-free purchases, remember duty-free allowances and liquid rules for your final destination and any connections.
• Payment: In MSP, credit/debit cards and mobile wallets are commonly accepted; keep a card handy for the fastest checkout.
• Returns/exchanges: Food and beverage purchases are typically final. If you have an issue (wrong item or quality concern), address it immediately before leaving the MSP Mall area.