San José, Calif. – Continuing the momentum of an exciting year of milestones filled with world-class sports, innovative customer experience upgrades and exciting partnerships, San José Mineta International Airport is pleased to welcome Asian Box and Bad Egg Breakfast Bar to Terminal B near Gate 19, offering delicious new dining choices and flavors to SJC travelers.

With headquarters rooted right here in the Bay Area, just a few miles from SJC, Asian Box serves fresh Vietnamese and Asian-inspired cuisine made to order. Enjoy flavorful rice and noodle boxes, banh mi sandwiches, fresh salads and signature sides crafted with high-quality ingredients and bold flavors. Featuring customizable options and gluten-friendly vegan and vegetarian recipes, Asian Box offers travelers a fresh, flavorful and convenient dining option before takeoff at SJC. Asian Box also features several unique breakfast items, such as the Breakfast Banh Mi – fried eggs, fresh cilantro, shallot mayonnaise and seasoned soy sauce served on a freshly-baked, signature gluten-free Gracie Jones roll; Breakfast Wrap – with six-spice chicken and eggs, lightly fried and served in rice paper; and the Brunch Box – lemongrass pork, jasmine rice, two fried eggs, pickled veggies and spicy fish sauce.

Asian Box brings crowd-pleasing boba drink specialties to SJC for the first time, including Passion Fruit, Matcha, Brown Sugar, Taro, Jasmine and Thai Tea.

A walk-up counter directly neighboring Bad Egg Breakfast Bar, Asian Box provides busy travelers with a fast casual experience. Customers can choose to order from a touchscreen kiosk, or with a customer service representative at the counter.

The third Airport location in North America, SSP America is excited to bring Bad Egg Breakfast Bar to SJC to provide an all-day breakfast option to hungry travelers seeking comfort food, no matter the hour.

In 2023, the Seattle–Tacoma International Airport location was named Airport Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year by the Moodie Davitt Airport FAB & Hospitality Awards.

Bad Egg Breakfast Bar celebrates America’s love of all-day breakfast with a modern, locally inspired experience. Featuring cage-free eggs, artisan pastries, locally roasted coffee and quality ingredients, it combines vintage Americana with contemporary style. Guests enjoy customizable, authentic breakfast favorites that deliver a distinctive sense of place from morning to night. Menu highlights include The Chick & Waffle – crispy fried chicken with a runny cage-free egg and maple aioli on a house-made waffle, Breakfast Grilled Cheese – smoked ham, fried cage-free egg and Swiss on toasted sourdough and the B.L.T.P Sandwich – crispy bacon, lettuce and tomato with pimento cheese and a fried egg on a brioche.

The 135-seat restaurant features bright and bold décor, from sunny-side up yellow chairs to the black and white tile floor and mural of San José, the inviting and spacious restaurant features a large bar area serving made-to-order specialty cocktails.

The grab-and-go area, adjacent to the bar, provides delicious options – like breakfast sandwiches, coffees and pastries – to take on the fly.

“A great airport reflects the community it serves,” said San José City Manager Jennifer Maguire. “By continuing to expand the dining experience at SJC, we’re creating a more welcoming gateway for residents, business travelers, and visitors while showcasing the quality and hospitality that define San José.”

“We’re always looking for ways to elevate the passenger experience,” said SJC director of aviation Mookie Patel. “Whether travelers have time to enjoy a freshly prepared meal or simply need a quick bite before boarding, Asian Box and Bad Egg Breakfast Bar provide two outstanding new options that complement the growing mix of dining experiences available at SJC.”

“The best airport dining experiences connect travelers to the community around them,” said Nick Schaefer, executive vice president of business development at SSP America. “At SJC, we’re proud to bring Asian Box and Bad Egg Breakfast Bar to Terminal B, giving travelers new ways to enjoy the flavors and hospitality that make San José unique. It’s part of our commitment to making food and beverage the best part of the journey while creating an authentic taste of place and supporting the airport community we’re proud to be part of.”

About San José Mineta International Airport (SJC): Fly Simple.
Fueled by a culture of innovation, San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) is the Bay Area’s easiest and most dependable Airport due to its medium size, simple layout, temperate climate and location. SJC is located just minutes from downtown San José – the Bay Area’s largest city and the Capital of Silicon Valley. SJC is a self‐supporting enterprise owned and operated by the City of San José. According to a recent economic impact study, SJC supports more than 19,000 jobs throughout Santa Clara County and generates approximately $4.3 billion in annual economic activity.

SJC was rated California’s top-performing airport for on-time departures by Cirium in 2024 and 2025. SJC currently offers nonstop service to more than 40 domestic and international destinations. The Airport’s two fixed-base operators, as well as several corporate aviation tenants, serve the business aviation needs of Silicon Valley; corporate and general aviation traffic represents more than a quarter of aircraft operations at SJC. For more information and to connect with SJC on social media, visit flysanjose.com.

About SSP America
SSP America is a division of SSP Group plc (LSE:SSPG), a global leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations employing 49,000 colleagues in around 3,000 units across 38 countries. We specialize in designing, creating, and operating a diverse range of food and drink outlets in airports, train stations, and other travel hubs across six formats: sit-down and quick service restaurants, bars, cafés, lounges, and food-led convenience stores. Our extensive portfolio of brands features a mix of international, national, and local brands, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers.

Our purpose is to be the best part of the journey, and our focus is on making every journey taste better – bringing great food and welcoming hospitality to travelers across the globe. Sustainability is crucial for our long-term success, and we aim to deliver a positive impact for our business while uniting stakeholders to promote a sustainable food travel sector.