Vegans finally eat well at SFO in Terminal 1
Amy’s Drive Thru sits airside in Terminal 1, near several B‑gates, and pulls a steady crowd of plant‑based flyers who usually settle for side salads elsewhere. This is the same Northern California Amy’s brand you see in grocery freezer aisles, but here it’s a full counter-service spot with hot meals. Expect fast-casual pricing: most mains land in the $10–$15 range, with sides and drinks pushing a total closer to $20.
The menu leans vegetarian with clearly marked vegan options on burgers, burritos, and mac and cheese, a rarity in SFO’s terminals 1, 2, 3, and International. Patties come plant-based by default, dairy-free cheese is available, and you can swap regular buns for gluten-free. If you eat dairy, the classic veggie burger and milkshake combo in Terminal 1 shows up in a lot of online photos, but the vegan burger and fries still get the loudest praise from frequent flyers.
Expect airport-fast-food speed: most orders at this Terminal 1 counter come out in about 5–10 minutes, but it can stretch at peak times around morning and late‑afternoon bank departures. Seating is shared with nearby gates, so plan on grabbing a table in the B‑concourse if your boarding time is under 30 minutes. Figure 15 minutes door to door from security to getting food in hand.
Rating sits around 4 stars online, which is high for SFO quick service in Terminal 1. Portions run medium; one burger and fries works for a standard meal, but bigger appetites may want to tack on a side like soup or a second burger, which adds another $8–$12. Drinks cover organic sodas, shakes, and coffee, all served in compostable packaging that fits SFO’s strict waste rules.
Tip: flying out of Terminal 2 or 3 on a same‑day ticket, you can walk airside to Amy’s in Terminal 1; budget at least 15 minutes each way plus a 10‑minute wait to keep your boarding group safe.