{"id":292,"date":"2025-06-18T22:35:21","date_gmt":"2025-06-18T22:35:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/?p=292"},"modified":"2025-06-23T09:36:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T09:36:11","slug":"the-new-capital-one-lounge-at-jfk-airport-worth-missing-your-flight-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/2025\/06\/18\/the-new-capital-one-lounge-at-jfk-airport-worth-missing-your-flight-for\/","title":{"rendered":"The New Capital One Lounge At JFK Airport: Worth Missing Your Flight For"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"toc\">\n<div class=\"toc__wrap hide-show-more\">\n<h2 class=\"toc__title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<div class=\"toc__inner-wrap\">\n<ul id=\"toc__section\">\n<li>\n                        <span data-ecom-container=\"{&quot;componentTitle&quot;:&quot;Who Can Get In?&quot;,&quot;componentType&quot;:&quot;Incontent Link&quot;}\"><a>Who Can Get In?<\/a><\/span>\n                    <\/li>\n<li>\n                        <span data-ecom-container=\"{&quot;componentTitle&quot;:&quot;Decor Is Cool and All, but What About the Food?&quot;,&quot;componentType&quot;:&quot;Incontent Link&quot;}\"><a>Decor Is Cool and All, but What About the Food?<\/a><\/span>\n                    <\/li>\n<li>\n                        <span data-ecom-container=\"{&quot;componentTitle&quot;:&quot;Bottom Line&quot;,&quot;componentType&quot;:&quot;Incontent Link&quot;}\"><a>Bottom Line<\/a><\/span>\n                    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"toc__fade\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"toc__show-more\"><span>Show more<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"toc__toggle-icon toggleClosed\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Capital One\u2019s new flagship lounge location at New York\u2019s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has so many tasteful\u2014and tasty\u2014touches you\u2019ll likely want to hang around as long as possible. The 13,500 square-foot lounge, located on the lower level of Terminal 4\u2019s retail hall, is the issuer\u2019s largest location yet and is jam-packed with swoon-worthy design details and local flair.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A seating area in the new JFK Capital One airport lounge has cafe-style seating with a banquette and several round tables, with shelving nooks filled with tasteful objects and art.\" class=\"wp-image-1714365 lazyload\" style=\"width:600px\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Capital-Ones-new-flagship-lounge-location.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo courtesy of Robin Saks Frankel<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"who-can-get-in\">Who Can Get In?<\/h2>\n<p>When the growing <span data-ecom-container=\"{&quot;componentTitle&quot;:&quot;Capital One airport lounge network&quot;,&quot;componentType&quot;:&quot;Incontent Link&quot;}\"><a>Capital One airport lounge network<\/a><\/span> entered the chat, the locations quickly garnered attention for their upscale design and gourmet fare while incorporating regional touches meant to evoke their specific locales. This may sound familiar, as that\u2019s what Amex\u2019s <span data-ecom-container=\"{&quot;componentTitle&quot;:&quot;Centurion Lounges&quot;,&quot;componentType&quot;:&quot;Incontent Link&quot;}\"><a>Centurion Lounges<\/a><\/span> are known for.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Also similar to the Centurion Lounge network is the exclusivity: Only primary cardholders of the <span data-ecom-container=\"{&quot;componentTitle&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;componentType&quot;:&quot;Incontent Link&quot;}\"><a>Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/a><\/span> (<a href=\"https:\/\/d25970n8puso9u.cloudfront.net\/disclosure.34193.en-US.pdf\" data-placement=\"macro-shortcode\" data-ecom-link=\"{&quot;clickText&quot;:&quot;rates &amp; fees&quot;,&quot;clickCat&quot;:&quot;Primary&quot;,&quot;clickUrl&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/d25970n8puso9u.cloudfront.net\/disclosure.34193.en-US.pdf&quot;,&quot;clickType&quot;:&quot;external&quot;}\">rates &amp; fees<\/a>) and the <span data-ecom-container=\"{&quot;componentTitle&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;componentType&quot;:&quot;Incontent Link&quot;}\"><a>Capital One Venture X Business<\/a><\/span> (<a href=\"https:\/\/d25970n8puso9u.cloudfront.net\/disclosure.34292.en-US.pdf\" data-placement=\"macro-shortcode\" data-ecom-link=\"{&quot;clickText&quot;:&quot;rates &amp; fees&quot;,&quot;clickCat&quot;:&quot;Primary&quot;,&quot;clickUrl&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/d25970n8puso9u.cloudfront.net\/disclosure.34292.en-US.pdf&quot;,&quot;clickType&quot;:&quot;external&quot;}\">rates &amp; fees<\/a>) will be able to access the location after February 1, 2026.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Currently, Venture X and Venture X Business cardholders can each bring up to two complimentary guests, and Venture X authorized users can have their own complimentary lounge access membership. Complimentary guest access for primary cardholders will end with the February 1, 2026 update. Venture and Spark Miles cardholders can access Capital One Lounge locations for a discounted rate of $45 per visit. All other visitors can enter Capital One Lounge locations for $90 per visit.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the Lounge Look Like?<\/h3>\n<p>The lounge setup is reminiscent of an upscale food hall. Local art adorns the walls, and there\u2019s plenty of seating in various layouts, from banquettes to chairs to tables. There are multiple food and beverage options for every seating area. Each section has its own look and design meant to evoke a certain nostalgia for the various New York communities, according to David Borowik, Capital One Travel\u2019s head of airport experiences, programs and partnerships.<\/p>\n<p>For example, the dining area has a live tree surrounded by a green banquette in a nod to Central Park\u2019s trees. And over the lounge bar is a dazzling light fixture that extends the length of the counter, whose shape echoes the branches and flora of the city.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A hallmark feature of the lounge\u2019s bar is the organic brass and round lightbulb lighting fixture that extends over the length of the bar like carefully trained bougainvillea.\" class=\"wp-image-1714376 lazyload\" style=\"width:600px\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/What-Does-the-Lounge-Look-Like.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo courtesy of Robin Saks Frankel<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>All artwork was made by artists local to New York City and has the cityscape top-of-mind when chosen for the lounge.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A framed picture of a black and white rendering of a larger-than-life crumpled-up diner coffee cup hangs on the wall.\n\" class=\"wp-image-1714380 lazyload\" style=\"width:600px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/advisor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/artwork-was-made-by-artists-local-to-New-York-City.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo courtesy of Robin Saks Frankel<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In addition to the main seating areas, the lounge also offers two small rooms where the door to each can be slid shut for privacy. These rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis with a time limit of 45 minutes and include two club-style chairs, a couch and shelving. If you can access one of these spaces, it could be ideal for holding a small meeting or video conference call with some privacy.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"One of two identical private spaces in the lounge with a sliding glass door. Inside are two club chairs, a small couch and a small side table. The room has shelving and textile art on the walls.\n\" class=\"wp-image-1714384 lazyload\" style=\"width:600px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/advisor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/offers-two-small-rooms.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo courtesy of Robin Saks Frankel<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The lounge also offers a shower, which you can reserve once. Guests can spend up to 30 minutes using the amenities, which include premium toiletries, Dyson hair dryers and plush towels.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"decor-is-cool-and-all-but-what-about-the-food\">Decor Is Cool and All, but What About the Food?<\/h2>\n<p>The food is where the JFK Capital One lounge really shines. As you enter the lounge, the first food option you\u2019ll find is at the \u201cbodega\u201d counter, which is stocked with six different kinds of fresh bagels from New York City\u2019s Ess-A-Bagel. Dough is delivered daily to the lounge kitchen so the bagels can be baked fresh on the premises.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s more on tap here than just a mere schmear. Takeaway options include custom-made egg and cheese or Schaller and Weber pastrami sandwiches on the bagel of your choice. A barista pours your choice of beverage using locally roasted beans from Bean and Bean Coffee Roaster. Lighter fare includes takeaway salad cups and wraps.<\/p>\n<p>These alone are fantastic options, but the shining edible star of the lounge is the Murray\u2019s Cheese counter, complete with a cheesemonger who orchestrates tastings at the lounge\u2019s cheese bar. You\u2019ll have to request the cheese tasting when you arrive at the lounge, but it\u2019s well worth any wait. Once seated, you\u2019ll be presented with a tasting of up to ten different cheeses, paired with charcuterie meats, and, if desired, the waitstaff will provide various drinks to complement the tasting that can\u2019t be found at the main bar.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Long view of the cheese counter from Murray\u2019s Cheese. A cheesemonger stands behind the counter preparing the tastings.\" class=\"wp-image-1714391 lazyload\" style=\"width:600px\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/What-About-the-Food.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo courtesy of Robin Saks Frankel<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In addition to the bodega counter and cheese tastings, there\u2019s also an array of small bites, cafeteria-style, in the main dining, as well as a QR code menu on each lounge table where you can order a selection of other small plates\u2014which will rotate throughout the day and night. Plus, bar carts will periodically circulate the lounge with different food and drinks based on the time of day.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a nervous flyer or just appreciate a good drink, the beverage options will not disappoint. A craft cocktail menu was developed that includes both alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. In addition to the standard top-shelf options you\u2019d expect to find at a premium airport lounge, the bar stocks several custom spirits, including an Apple Brandy from Laird and Company and a Skyscraper IPA created by Grimm Artisanal Ales, both served exclusively at the Capital One Lounge at JFK.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Two cocktails on a table with the bar in the background.\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-1714396 lazyload\" style=\"width:600px\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cocktails-on-a-table.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"bottom-line\">Bottom Line<\/h2>\n<p>If you typically travel out of JFK or often have a layover there, this lounge is a highly appealing alternative to the other options in this terminal, which include two Delta Sky Club Lounges, a Delta One Lounge, a Centurion Lounge and a Chase Sapphire Lounge by the Club with Etihad Airways. If you\u2019re seeking a New York state of mind, the latest entrant to the lounge scene delivers, just make sure you show up early enough to take it all in.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Who Can Get In? Decor Is Cool and All, but What About the Food? Bottom Line Show more Capital One\u2019s new flagship lounge location at New York\u2019s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has so many tasteful\u2014and tasty\u2014touches you\u2019ll likely want to hang around as long as possible. The 13,500 square-foot lounge, located on the lower level of Terminal 4\u2019s retail hall, is the issuer\u2019s largest location yet and is jam-packed with swoon-worthy design details and local flair. Photo courtesy of Robin Saks Frankel Who Can Get In? When the growing Capital One airport lounge network entered the chat, the locations quickly garnered attention for their upscale design and gourmet fare while incorporating regional touches meant to evoke their specific locales. This may sound familiar, as that\u2019s what Amex\u2019s Centurion Lounges are known for.&nbsp; Also similar to the Centurion Lounge network is the exclusivity: Only primary cardholders of the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card (rates &amp; fees) and the Capital One Venture X Business (rates &amp; fees) will be able to access the location after February 1, 2026.&nbsp; Currently, Venture X and Venture X Business cardholders can each bring up to two complimentary guests, and Venture X authorized users can have their own complimentary lounge access membership. Complimentary guest access for primary cardholders will end with the February 1, 2026 update. Venture and Spark Miles cardholders can access Capital One Lounge locations for a discounted rate of $45 per visit. All other visitors can enter Capital One Lounge locations for $90 per visit. What Does the Lounge Look Like? The lounge setup is reminiscent of an upscale food hall. Local art adorns the walls, and there\u2019s plenty of seating in various layouts, from banquettes to chairs to tables. There are multiple food and beverage options for every seating area. Each section has its own look and design meant to evoke a certain nostalgia for the various New York communities, according to David Borowik, Capital One Travel\u2019s head of airport experiences, programs and partnerships. For example, the dining area has a live tree surrounded by a green banquette in a nod to Central Park\u2019s trees. And over the lounge bar is a dazzling light fixture that extends the length of the counter, whose shape echoes the branches and flora of the city. Photo courtesy of Robin Saks Frankel All artwork was made by artists local to New York City and has the cityscape top-of-mind when chosen for the lounge. Photo courtesy of Robin Saks Frankel In addition to the main seating areas, the lounge also offers two small rooms where the door to each can be slid shut for privacy. These rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis with a time limit of 45 minutes and include two club-style chairs, a couch and shelving. If you can access one of these spaces, it could be ideal for holding a small meeting or video conference call with some privacy. Photo courtesy of Robin Saks Frankel The lounge also offers a shower, which you can reserve once. Guests can spend up to 30 minutes using the amenities, which include premium toiletries, Dyson hair dryers and plush towels. Decor Is Cool and All, but What About the Food? The food is where the JFK Capital One lounge really shines. As you enter the lounge, the first food option you\u2019ll find is at the \u201cbodega\u201d counter, which is stocked with six different kinds of fresh bagels from New York City\u2019s Ess-A-Bagel. Dough is delivered daily to the lounge kitchen so the bagels can be baked fresh on the premises.&nbsp; There\u2019s more on tap here than just a mere schmear. Takeaway options include custom-made egg and cheese or Schaller and Weber pastrami sandwiches on the bagel of your choice. A barista pours your choice of beverage using locally roasted beans from Bean and Bean Coffee Roaster. Lighter fare includes takeaway salad cups and wraps. These alone are fantastic options, but the shining edible star of the lounge is the Murray\u2019s Cheese counter, complete with a cheesemonger who orchestrates tastings at the lounge\u2019s cheese bar. You\u2019ll have to request the cheese tasting when you arrive at the lounge, but it\u2019s well worth any wait. Once seated, you\u2019ll be presented with a tasting of up to ten different cheeses, paired with charcuterie meats, and, if desired, the waitstaff will provide various drinks to complement the tasting that can\u2019t be found at the main bar. Photo courtesy of Robin Saks Frankel In addition to the bodega counter and cheese tastings, there\u2019s also an array of small bites, cafeteria-style, in the main dining, as well as a QR code menu on each lounge table where you can order a selection of other small plates\u2014which will rotate throughout the day and night. Plus, bar carts will periodically circulate the lounge with different food and drinks based on the time of day. If you\u2019re a nervous flyer or just appreciate a good drink, the beverage options will not disappoint. A craft cocktail menu was developed that includes both alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. In addition to the standard top-shelf options you\u2019d expect to find at a premium airport lounge, the bar stocks several custom spirits, including an Apple Brandy from Laird and Company and a Skyscraper IPA created by Grimm Artisanal Ales, both served exclusively at the Capital One Lounge at JFK. Bottom Line If you typically travel out of JFK or often have a layover there, this lounge is a highly appealing alternative to the other options in this terminal, which include two Delta Sky Club Lounges, a Delta One Lounge, a Centurion Lounge and a Chase Sapphire Lounge by the Club with Etihad Airways. If you\u2019re seeking a New York state of mind, the latest entrant to the lounge scene delivers, just make sure you show up early enough to take it all in.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":294,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-292","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advisor"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/292","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=292"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/292\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":299,"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/292\/revisions\/299"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/294"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=292"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=292"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.awele.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=292"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}