Cold brew near the B gates means no backtracking to Starbucks.
Gustos Coffee sits post-security in Terminal B, close to the B-gate cluster used by several U.S. carriers, so you can grab local Puerto Rican coffee without hiking toward the main concourse. Prices land in the mid-range ($$): expect around $4–$6 for espresso drinks and a bit more for larger iced options. It’s basically a stand with limited seating, so plan on grab-and-go rather than laptop campouts.
This spot pours proper espresso plus cold brew, which multiple reviews call out as a win over the chain options. Regulars keep it simple with iced lattes or straight cold brew to move things along when there’s a queue. Pastries and small bites sit in a case by the register; they’re fine for a quick breakfast, but don’t count on a full meal here.
Peak pain point: lines hit 10–15 minutes before the New York and early‑morning mainland flights out of Terminal B. Baristas move fast and are usually efficient, but a few reviewers mention mixed-up orders when the rush spikes. Another theme: some pastries sell out by late morning, so if you want a specific item, try to swing by before 9:00 a.m.
What regulars do: they hit Gustos right after clearing B‑side security, then walk down toward the higher B gates with coffee in hand instead of detouring to Starbucks in another concourse. Order something straightforward (Americano, iced latte, or cold brew) if the line is snaking into the corridor. One practical tip: check your boarding time and aim to be here at least 30 minutes before boarding starts so a pre‑flight caffeine run doesn’t turn into a sprint to your gate.