First Look: New Capital One Lounge at John F. Kennedy International Airport [JFK]

Capital One is officially launching its first location in New York City, which is set to be its flagship offering across its entire lounge network.

The lounge, which spans 13,500 square feet, is Capital One’s largest lounge and will offer a variety of great amenities, including specially curated premium food and beverage offerings in partnership with celebrated New York businesses and artisans.

Upgraded Points and other media members were invited to do a guided tour of the lounge ahead of its opening day on June 19, 2025. With that, here is a full look at everything the new flagship Capital One Lounge at JFK will offer to travelers.

Capital One Lounge at JFK

The new Capital One lounge will be open 24 hours daily and is located on the lower level of JFK‘s Terminal 4 retail hall, which is serviced by carriers such as Delta, Emirates, Etihad, Hawaiian, Singapore, Virgin Atlantic, and more.

Amenities

As you enter the lounge after checking in at the front desk, you’ll find some seating, along with a full-service espresso bar called “The Bodega,” plus the prepackaged to-go items that visitors of the Capital One lounge have come to know and love — but more on these offerings later.

The lounge’s design is very thoughtful, and it uses lots of warm colors that make it feel inviting and comfortable.

In addition to colorful and comfortable seating, the lounge features more than 40 works by New York-based artists.

Visitors will find that the space is very well lit, thanks to the expansive windows that run the full length of the lounge. These let natural light pour in and offer views of the tarmac.

If you need to freshen up after a long day of travel, the Capital One Lounge at JFK offers 7 private restrooms, along with 1 shower suite that you can reserve for 30 minutes. It comes fully stocked with everything you need, including premium toiletries, plush towels, and a Dyson hairdryer. You’ll be able to reserve the shower suite once you are physically in the lounge via QR code.

For traveling families who would like a bit more privacy, the lounge offers a parents’ room

Food and Drinks

When you visit the Capital One lounge at JFK, you’ll want to come hungry, as the lounge offers a wide variety of food and beverage options that will suit whatever mood you’re in.

The Bodega

For those looking for handcrafted coffee drinks, The Bodega is a full-service espresso bar using locally roasted beans from Bean & Bean Coffee Roaster. It also offers made-to-order hand-rolled bagels (and bagel sandwiches) in partnership with Ess-a-Bagel.

If you’re in a rush and want to grab a quick cup, you’ll find a self-service station — across from The Bodega —stocked with freshly brewed coffee, La Colombe cold brew, and chai latte, along with a variety of milk options.

The Bodega is also where you’ll find the to-go food items, which include prepackaged sandwiches, salads, and snacks like spicy tofu wraps, kale and berry salads, fruit cups, cheesecake jars, and more.

Bar

Capital One partners with Unfiltered Hospitality, along with local brewers and bartenders, to build out its bar menu.

As you flip through the menu, you’ll find creative cocktails that reflect NYC’s various neighborhoods. You’ll also find cocktails that feature an Apple Brandy from Laird and Company, served exclusively at the Capital One Lounge at JFK as part of Capital One’s “Spirit of” program.

Also, exclusive to the lounge at JFK is the Skyscraper IPA — abrew created by Grimm Artisanal Ales as part of Capital One’s “Perfect Airport Beer” program. Additionally, you’ll find local beers from brewers like TALEA Beer Company, as well as hand-selected wines and non-alcoholic beverages.

If you want to take things up a notch, the lounge offers a “Rare Bottle Club,” through which guests can purchase and enjoy rare and hard-to-find liquors and wines, such as prohibition-era gins, 1950s bourbons, and rare vintages.

If you’re traveling with a large party and want a private space to yourself, there are 2 private rooms available for reservation, located next to the bar. You can reserve these for up to 45 minutes. These aren’t available for reservation in advance, so you’ll need to do so after arriving at the lounge.

Dining Room

As you enter the dining room, you’ll find the small bites section, which is a self-serve station with various items, letting you pick what you like.

In the small plates section, you’ll find a selection of small bites, pasteries, and deserts.

There is also a refreshments section providing non-alcoholic beverages of your choice.

In the seating areas, you’ll find plenty of space to stretch out and enjoy your meal. Each table has a QR code you can use to request made-to-order hot dishes.

After you’ve ordered, these items will be brought straight to your table. Options include a wild arugula panzanella salad with a red wine vinaigrette and braised Berkshire pork shank with pea risotto and crispy parmesan.

An innovative feature of the lounge is the inclusion of trolley carts, which provide tableside service of rotating items throughout the day, including Italian-style shaken iced coffee in the morning, afternoon tea service, and a champagne toast at sunset. There’s also a midnight snack, which is exclusive to the JFK Lounge, as an homage to the city that never sleeps.

Cheesemonger

Perhaps the most innovative feature of the new Capital One Lounge at JFK is the cheesemonger station.

Built by Manhattan-based cheesemonger Murray’s Cheese, the interactive experience offers curated cheese boards with charcuterie and a variety of accompaniments, alongside optional wine and beer pairings.

There are just 6 seats available for the cheesemonger experience, and the tasting is sure to be extremely popular. Reservations will be done on a first-come, first-served basis, and like the other more-limited amenities in the lounge, you’ll be able to put your name on the reservation list, in person, at the cheesemonger station.

Further, unlike the rest of the lounge — which is open 24 hours a day — the cheesemonger section is only open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

How To Access the Capital One Lounge at JFK

After seeing how great the new Capital One Lounge at JFK looks, you’re likely wondering, “How can I get in?”

Here is how you, and anyone traveling with you, can access the Capital One Lounge:

• Those with the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card and Capital One Venture X Business Card*×Information collected independently. Not reviewed by Capital One. enjoy unlimited complimentary access. Plus, cardholders currently can bring 2 guests at no charge, but that’s changing on February 1, 2026.
• Cardholders with a Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card or Capital One Spark Miles for Business*×Information collected independently. Not reviewed by Capital One. can access Capital One Lounge locations at a discounted rate of $45 per visit. They can bring guests aged 18 or older for $45.
• All others, whether you have a Capital One credit card or not, can access the lounge for a $90 per visit fee.
• For traveling families, guests 17 or younger accompanied by an eligible cardholder can access the lounge at a discounted rate of $25 per visit, while children under 2 are free of charge.

You’ll also need a valid boarding pass for a departing or connecting same-day flight, and the lounge is accessible up to 3 hours before your departure time.

Hot Tip:

If you travel out of JFK frequently and want to make regular use of the Capital One Lounge, you’ll definitely want to add the Capital One Venture X card or the Capital One Venture X Business card to your wallet.

Final Thoughts

The new Capital One Lounge at JFK offers tons to love, and it is easy to see why it is the card issuer’s flagship offering across its entire lounge network.

If you have the Capital One Venture X card or Capital One Venture X Business card and you’re flying out of Terminal 4, the lounge is a must-visit. In fact, we wouldn’t judge you if you were flying out of a different terminal but made a pitstop to enjoy this new lounge anyway.

In an airport that already offers several stellar lounge options, the new Capital One Lounge fits in perfectly and will leave travelers flying out of JFK, especially those who have access to multiple lounge networks, spoiled for choice.