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Navarre
Master Critic Review
Navarre
7.6
Navarre is a Spanish-style tapas and bocadillo bar inside LAX’s Tom Bradley International Terminal, serving Manchego-heavy sandwiches, small plates, and wines to travelers on the go. Expect well-built bocadillos, Mediterranean-leaning salads, and beer or wine in a bright, modern concourse setting that’s a clear cut above typical airport fare.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pollo Bocadillo, Smoked Jamon Bocadillo, Ensalada Fabada
Scores:
Value: 7.3
Service: 8
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 6.3
Cultural Relevance: 6.2
What makes it special: Spanish-inspired bocadillos and tapas in a polished, traveler-friendly LAX setting.
Who should go: Airport travelers wanting better-than-average, Spanish-style bites.
When to visit: Before an international flight, off peak meal rush times.
What to order: Pollo Bocadillo, Smoked Jamon Bocadillo, Ensalada Fabada.
Insider tip: Pair a bocadillo with a quick glass of wine and grab a seat facing the concourse for prime people-watching.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Use LAX terminal parking structures (closest is the Tom Bradley International Terminal garage). Standard airport rates apply, and spots can fill during peak travel windows.
Dress code: Whatever-you’re-flying-in casual. Athleisure, jeans, and travel-day comfort are all perfectly acceptable.
Noise level: Moderate—it's an airport concourse, so expect a steady hum but still enough clarity for conversation.
Weekend wait: Usually minimal since it's designed for high turnover—5–15 minutes at most.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait, though lines can form when multiple flights depart simultaneously.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: A handful of options, primarily cheese-forward bocadillos and salads.
Vegan options: Limited—most items contain cheese or meats, but you may find a simple salad or request light modifications.
Gluten-free options: Some salads and small plates work; bocadillos are not gluten-free unless you skip the bread.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if your first date is happening mid-travel—it's polished for airport dining but not intimate. Great for a relaxed, low-stakes meet-up before a long flight.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes. It operates on a walk-up basis, and seating turns quickly thanks to traveler flow.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for travel-day families—quick service, sharable plates, and airport seating make it accessible. No dedicated kids’ menu, but simple sandwiches may work for most ages.
Best For
Better for: Travelers wanting a higher-quality, Spanish-leaning meal in LAX without committing to a long sit-down experience.
Skip if: You want a full tapas dinner with ambiance, or you need extensive dietary customization—this is streamlined airport dining.