A new American Express Centurion Lounge will swing open its doors for the first time today at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
The latest premium Centurion Lounge, which launches on July 17, 2024, will become Amex’s 29th pre-flight hangout with a menu curated by not one but three-award winning chefs for the very first time.
The lounge, located in Terminal 2 (past the South Security Checkpoint), is spread over nearly 12,000 square feet and pays particular attention to the history and architecture of the nation’s capital.
Chef Michelle Bernstein, Chef Ravi Kapur, and Chef Michael Solomonov have already individually created menus for the Centurion Lounges in Miami, San Francisco, and Philadelphia but DCA is the first time they have combined their cuisine making powers.
“The Centurion Lounge is one of our Card Members’ favorite travel benefits, and the new location at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport offers Card Members the premium amenities they love in an airport they frequently travel through,” said Audrey Hendley, President of American Express Travel. “With a menu curated by three award-winning chefs, dedicated workstations, access to complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, quiet nooks for relaxation and more, there’s something for every type of traveler to enjoy.”
The menu will reportedly include some of Amex’s most popular dishes such as Creamy Polenta, Shabazi Spiced Salmon with Pomegranate BBQ Sauce, and Tamari-Honey Glazed Tofu & Pineapple.
“A good meal transports you to a different place and time, and I’ve always used cooking as a way to share my love for Israeli culture and cuisine with the world,” said Chef Michael Solomonov. “As a longtime partner of American Express, I’ve had the opportunity to bring the tastes and flavors of home to travelers in Philadelphia and look forward to serving favorite dishes like Lamb Merguez Shakshuka and Shabazi Spiced Salmon to even more travelers at the Centurion Lounge at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.”
There is also a fully stocked bar with specialty cocktails designed by Centurion Lounge mixologist Jim Meehan and a collection of art commissioned by local creatives.
The lounge also offers signature Centurion Lounge amenities, including a conference room, a phone room, dedicated workstations, premium restrooms and shower suite, several seating areas and access to complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.
Amex has plans in place to open new Centurion Lounges at Haneda Airport (HND) in Tokyo in 2025 and at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in 2026.
For more details on accessing the new Centurion Lounge in Washington visit the Amex website.