Houston’s William P. Hobby airport is a stepchild no longer and it has the dining choices to prove it. The Pappas restaurateurs were the first to up the dinning ante after Southwest Airlines committed to bring international flights to the airport in 2015. Granted, the chain was already well represented at this airport (just like in the city) but the new addition is a good one.
Pappas Bar-B-Q – Opened July 1, 2012
Location – central lobby, near the main lobby entryway and is accessible to customers prior to clearing the security screening process
It is good and classic Texas style faire. The sliced beef (brisket) sandwich is a favorite. This is the spot if you want really want a long goodbye. It’s located before you have to clear security so you don’t have to have a ticket to enjoy a couple of hours with friends before you head to your gate. The prices are reasonable for airport faire – you can get a sandwich for around $7. They also serve milkshakes.
Location – Central Concourse near gates 24-32 Full Bar
Menu – Beer and Wine only – Kid’s menu – Photos
Okay, it’s not a Pappas but who wouldn’t want wings in an airport! I stick to the wings however, everything else on the menu looks like an after though. It’s a good place to pass the time if you want to watch a game on one of their many TVs.
This place has good burgers and an extensive menu. They are just a cut above (okay a small cut) fast food. The fries are the kind you get tired of eating after about 5 or 6, they get old fast. It’s not cheap, but it is airport food. A Pappas Burger will run you about $10.
Pappasito’s Cantina –
Location – Food Court – accessible to ticketed passengers only
Menu – Margaritas & Beer – Photos
This is a good try and for airport food, it’s not bad. Houstonians, think Taco Cabana. The prices are high – even at the airport $6 for one fajita taco is excessive. This is definitely a staple especially if you need to get your Tex-Mex fix.
Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen –
Location – Rotunda (near food court) – accessible to ticketed passengers only
Menu – Full Bar – Kid’s menu – Photos
Yay. This place will make you miss your flight. It’s a real restaurant with real plates (meaning not paper or Styrofoam) and a wait staff. The prices are about the same that you would pay at the non-airport restaurants, the Chef Selections are priced between $25-$35
