Really enjoyed the Centurion Lounge in Terminal 4 at JFK. Best of all, there was no wait to get in, which seems to be increasingly rare. The lounge is spacious, with plenty of comfortable seating, and everything was clean and well maintained. There are two buffet areas, plus a separate coffee and dessert/ice cream bar on the upper level. I found the food to be surprisingly flavorful for an airport lounge, and I also appreciated that kosher meals are available upon request. If you have time before your flight, don't miss the 1850 Speakeasy tucked inside the lounge. It's a fun addition and serves well-crafted specialty cocktails in a more intimate setting. One of my favorite features was the view overlooking the tarmac. It's a great place to relax while watching the constant flow of aircraft taxiing and taking off. Overall, an excellent lounge experience and one we'd happily visit again. read more

Came here around 7pm for a 9pm flight and it was packed given the lounge is not very big. There were almost no seats available unless you have the centurion card in which you have a reserved area. We had 5 people and we all had to sit separately. There's a small buffet area which had limited food options including lasagna and chicken. There's also a salad bar where the veggies were fresh. The one thing I really liked was their tomato based vegetable soup. The vegetables were tender, the broth was savory and hearty, yet had a good balance of the vegetables natural sweetness and the acid from the tomatoes. There's also small bar and only 1 person working so there's always a lot of people waiting around that area. Overall, it's a great option if you want to go in to grab a quick bite and use the restrooms before the flight. However, I did not find it comfortable as it was very crowded but perhaps it's better at other times of the day read more

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Decent lounge with both an upstairs and downstairs setup. I went straight to the speakeasy--IYKYK. There's something about a morning cocktail before a flight that just works. They keep it simple with three options, so I tried all of them. The yuzu mimosa was easily my favorite. read more

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It's located just past the security desk. My gate was about 15 minutes from the club. Nice people at the check in desk. 4 stars for the food choices. It's strictly self-service. All the spaces are narrow. When we arrived, lunch was served both upstairs and downstairs. Downstairs there's also a 'speakeasy'. 5 stars for the bartender. He invented a blackberry and gin cocktail for me! read more

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Sign up on your Amex app for the waitlist instead of scanning at the lounge can shorten your waiting time. Once it's your turn, they will text you to go in. I always head downstairs straight for the speakeasy lounge after I grab some buffet food. I love the different cocktails at the speakeasy bar and the intimacy of the hidden lounge. Lights are dimmed. The bartender is amazing. read more

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I didn't have to wait and there were plenty of seatings. Maybe the increase in annual fee and the fact you can't bring guests in for free have helped solve capacity issue in the past years. Unlike chase sapphire next door, there was always a mob waiting. Food quality has declined tho. One protein, one carb, a couple salads, and a soup. Generic cookies for desserts. Only whole orange as fresh fruit. I did appreciate that they had a fresh ice cream station during lunch time. The coconut ice cream was really yummy! Although they had plenty of seatings, the chairs weren't comfortable. The tables were tiny. read more

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Helen made my mom's first lounge experience truly exceptional. My mom recently became Platinum and uses a wheelchair, so traveling requires a little extra care. Helen went above and beyond by arranging wheelchair assistance, warmly welcoming us, introducing my mom to new skincare products, and making us both feel genuinely valued. Her kindness, professionalism, and attention to detail made all the difference. The food was delicious and I loved the overall vibe of the lounge! Thank you, Helen, for making our visit so memorable! read more

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I love this lounge. It's great but as a centurion member, we have a private area and this is one of the only places I've been where they don't regulate it and people sneak in and constantly. The last few times I was here you can see people sneak in and sit down. I was in Atlanta last week and they came through and asked everyone to show their card. In Los Angeles, they are always on top of it. But here they seem not to care and when it's overcrowded, and the people are sitting in here, I don't find it fair. read more

This two story lounge in New York is one of the largest I've visited. It offers all the amenities one would expect from a centurion lounge. It was clean and the food was delicious. The staff routinely cleaned tables as guests departed, which decreased the wait time for others to gain access to the lounge. I did find the lounge a bit awkward to move about and a little overcrowded. However, what I found most interesting was a "speakeasy," which, was located on the bottom level and sat concealed behind two large brown doors. Although, it was small with limited seating, the vibe inside the speakeasy was great, which I appreciated. read more

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Sigh AMEX. I have not been to a lounge in a while because they are usually packed. Doesn't give elevated experience anymore. But decided hey why not while at JFK. My check in was okay. The attendant seemed annoyed but whatever. The upstairs was full. It's 6:30am and packed. I went downstairs. Elevator broken. Sign said they'd make up for it. Ha. Nope. They had a buffet downstairs also and plenty of seating. It was good. The scrambled eggs were some of the best I've ever had. A true winner. The staff down there was friendly and attentive. Might go back in future. read more

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This Centurion Lounge is weak in comparison to other Amex Centurion Lounges I've visited. Not a great design, on 2 levels and confusing, not comfortable seating and club is in need of refurbishment. Club is not sufficiently staffed. The food offerings were weak in comparison to Miami and Dallas, for example. Did enjoy the Marinated Chicken and the Cabbage Slaw from the buffet. The have Veuve Clicquot Champagne at the bar, which I always appreciate. So, much better than a standard club, but not up to the standards of most of the others Amex has... need to raise the bar. JFK is hard to deal with normally, but with the major construction going on now, it's very difficult to navigate. With LaGuardia now revamped and so nice, such a better choice when traveling to NYC. read more

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I enjoyed this lounge very much. They had a coffee bar, a buffet, desserts, soda and agua frescas. Beautiful airport views. A nice restroom. I only was upstairs I didn't explore the downstairs. The staff here were very kind and helpful. read more

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The Centurion Lounge at JFK airport is was ok but not my favorite Centurion Lounge. It is located in terminal 4 and you can enter regardless of which terminal you are actually flying out of. There was no wait to enter. That said the lounge felt small for such a major international airport. The lounge ran out of forks so I scooped by eggs with a spoon. It was one of the least clean lounges (especially for a morning visit). read more

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Overall: A // 5 stars As a frequent flyer out of NYC, this is my default lounge that I frequented many times over the past several years. At its core, Amex offers a set of truly premium lounges that have high quality food (although the menu is limited and rotating) and one of the most impressive bars, and this lounge is no exception. In fact, to highlight the speakeasy culture in NYC, they have one of their very own -- 1850 -- which features some timeless classics served in an elevated way. For those who prefer more fruit-forward cocktails friendly on the palette, those offerings are available in the regular bar right in front of the speakeasy. There's no denying that the cocktails here are in the upper percentile of cocktails available in airport lounges. To expand on food, my most recent visit served some of my personal comfort classics, from cold sesame noodles to pickled cucumber and coleslaw which were all a hit to me. In the past, there has been curried chicken, roasted cauliflower, and pasta. A recent addition was a new cafe corner that features more healthy bites including pastries in the morning, an espresso setup, and detox smoothies, which I found to be a good conversion of the old equinox body spa that I have never figured out how to experience. The best part about this lounge is that its super easy to get access as long as you own one of the eligible credit cards and have a same day flight departing within 3 hours of entry; with this ease, unfortunately, the lounges have gotten more busy than before, but the wait is never longer than 20 minutes (compared to the 1 hour wait at the Sapphire Lounge next door), and that the experience does not degrade. I also really appreciate that the staff are incredibly friendly and kind despite of the increased demand, which helps maintain a positive experience over several visits. Food: +1 Drinks: +2 Access: +1 Atmosphere: E Service: +1 Amenities: E Overall: 5 stars Insta/Beli/Yelp/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

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It's a great lounge to get into if the wait time isn't crazy like 2 hours, it's the OG of Centurion Lounges. Even with three floors, it's always packed. Plus, you're not always flying out of Terminal 4, and since the terminals aren't connected, you really have to plan ahead if you want to visit this lounge. read more

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Wasn't impressed with this club at all. Compared to Sapphire lounge and Capital One. The place felt more like a cafeteria than a lounge. Seating is hard to find, walked around for 10 minutes looking for one. Food was decent but nothing made to order and drinks were good. Overall I would go to the other 2 before this one. read more

The Centurion Lounge at JFK is located in terminal 4, A concourse. Take the stairs or elevator up to the mezzanine to access the club. This location is 15,000 square feet over 2 levels. Centurion JFK is one of my favorite Centurions since it is not only loaded with amenities, but also a speakeasy. The speakeasy is located on the lower floor. Look for the door with 1850 on it. Coming into 1850 doesn't feel like I'm in an airport lounge. There are also drinks for coffee lovers at the blue roast bar where you can get a craft coffee. The hot food bar is like the other Centurions and does not disappoint. Two showers are located on the main level and can be reserved at the front. To really enjoy all the amenities of this lounge plan on spending 3 hours. read more

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The service was good, clean ambiance, however the elevator was not functional which made it difficult to get to the buffet with my luggage. The bartender made me the Jersey Shore drink and it was excellent. Great recommendation! The buffet selection was good. The club is spacious with 3 levels, and has lots of seating. read more

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Food is terrible, and super limited options. Drinks are good and options are wide. But we go for the lounge to have snacks before a flight. The clientele also leaves much to be desired making calls on speakerphone... I'm not here to hear your calls. read more

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5 stars for food. 2 stars for seating. Bonus for being able to get in without a wait. The food was abundant and tasty. The roast chicken would stand out even on a restaurant menu. It was tender and tasty. The veggies were fabulous. Even the vegan soup was very good. We got in right away, but it was a challenge to find seating. This lounge has two floors, but the seating areas are narrow corridors. if you have a long layover, it is just not a comfy place to hang out. However, I guess it is better than sitting at the gate. There is a speakeasy bar on the first floor with a cool vibe. The bartenders made a mocktail and cappuccino for me and were very friendly. read more

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The drinks are better than the delta lounge. The food is still sometimes better. On this occasion it was pretty tasteless unfortunately, except the soup which was great. It's a busy lounge but the staff are always very nice. read more

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Recently visited the Centurion Lounge at JFK; it was incredibly busy during our visit. That being said, check in was seamless and probably one of the best check-in experiences we've had. The staff was friendly and happy and moved us through quickly. That was probably the highlight of our visit; the lounge was short on seating, and most do the seating was uncomfortable and not accessible to outlets to charge devices. The food was horrible. The staff cleaning were super attentive and friendly, but the staff at the coffee shop were rude, slow and not helpful. They 'couldn't' make a number of items I could clearly see they had ingredients to make and it was hit or miss if they would 'hear' your request for a snack from the case (I say this from observing a line of customers, not just myself). The bartenders were friendly - heavy pours! The secret 'speakeasy' was fun and unexpected (we unfortunately discovered it towards the end of our visit). The lounge was also very warm - I was happy to be able to strip off layers because I was sweating soon after settling in. I did not visit the Delta Lounge, but I will likely not return to this Centurion Lounge. read more

Upgrading to five stars mostly because the Sapphire has slipped. Speakeasy bartenders know their stuff and get the cocktails out to customers fast. Great menu selection and they'll pour fine drinks off menu too. Ask for the peach margarita. Bueno! Sadly the same copy and pasted chicken from all the other Centurions. Skip it and dine in your airline's first class cabin. You know you've been upgraded, baby. read more

We stopped by during a long layover. I was surprised how cramped this location is. It felt like everyone was on top of each other, which is not ideal for a lounge. The food was pretty good. The top and bottom floor buffets are the same, just as an FYI. I thought the best items came from the cafe. The caprese sandwich was delicious. I didn't get a coffee, but they have a full coffee shop with some great options. My husband was impressed with the heavy wine pours. Service was very good, and items were cleaned up hastily. read more

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5 Stars for a lounge that delivers on expectations and then over delivers with a special experience! Ok, so a lounge is a lounge. Let's get to the good stuff. Immediately head downstairs, to the speakeasy-style 1850 Bar. It's not got huge signage, so feels like an IYKYK spot. Inside it's darkly lit and you're transported to a legit vibey cocktail bar. Unfortunately, they only start serving the specialty cocktails after 10:30, and our boozey bums were there at 9:30, but it was still a perfect spot to hang and grab some sparkling water and coffee. Don't miss this special little bar inside a lounge next time you're at JFK! read more

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This lounge is "big"...one of the biggest according to the website but it doesn't "feel" big. In the last month I've had to do a lot of travel so I've come to this lounge a few times. Service is inconsiderate (compared to other lounges) and it always feels crowded/uncomfortable. Go downstairs if you want a little more peace/quiet. The bathrooms are unisex/one stall which is great except it makes waiting longer. Sometimes is clean and sometimes it's very dirty (as in dirty dishes everywhere/bathrooms unusable bc it's so bad). The people are nice enough specially for NYC standards (#iykyk). Food is also hit and miss to where things run out or are wrong temperature n yet u don't see it taken care of as swiftly as I do at other lounges I frequent. Not to mention it's on terminal 4 so unless you're flying internationally (and have Clear or TSA pre) getting to it won't happen unless you have a few hours layover to get through security twice. read more

Food is always great here. One of the best perks of Amex! I actually come early just for this. Not many places offer much by way of an eggless breakfast.. for free. Requirements... certain American Express cards,a same day Delta boarding pass, and ID. read more

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Great lounge option for folks in between flights/layovers. They have a Speakeasy spot downstairs called the 1850. I recommend their Espresso Martini. Not as big as other lounges but the staff were attentive and offer a good selection of hot food, alcoholic drinks and cafe style menu. read more

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I usually fly out in the mornings so I've only ever been to the lounge for breakfast and the selections are pretty lack luster for me personally. I was surprised they no longer had equinox body works. I was looking forward to a listen stretch and relaxing before my flight. I was happy to see that 1850 is open again! I wish the full bar was open the whole day, but they only serve the listed cocktails until 2:30pm. I was able to drink a screw driver or two before heading for my gate. read more

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Lounge was absolutely terrible. I was actually embarrassed when I brought a coworker/friend to the lounge and they asked me "what the fuck is this". The food upstairs was a premade sandwich and a piece of cheese with a cracker on a plate along with a salad. As you move to the back, they have some more food buffet style that looked like it was sitting out for hours. None looked fresh or even appetizing. We spent all but 5 minutes there and had to walk out. There wasn't even any seating available so we just did a basic walkthrough. I paid $50 for my guest to access and was absolutely embarrassed when we walked through. Place was run down and not worth the experience at all. read more

Food was mass buffet with low quality offering Hours of filthy tables. Crowded. Dated ambience. Go to the chase lounge instead. read more

We came here on a busy travel day and had to wait about 30 minutes to get in. Not ideal, but still worth it for a quiet place to relax and grab a bite to eat. We liked that it was two stories so it felt a little more spread out. They have a secret speakeasy on the bottom floor but it isn't always staffed, which is kind of a bummer. There could be better seating in some of the areas, they aren't the most comfortable. read more

Originally I rated this 2 stars, but I gave one back because we did only show up 20 minutes before food and beverage service stopped. There was a wait at the Chase Sapphire Lounge next door so we popped into the Centurion Lounge to check it out. There was no wait, but the lounge leaves a lot to be desired. It was very tight and hard to find a seat. The food had clearly been sitting out for a long time, but again I realize we arrived very late in the day. The buffet was very small in comparison to other Centurion Lounges I've been to. There were only about three hot items total. There were also rolls and some cold salad items as well as dessert options. I was able to get a glass of Pinot Grigio with a nice heavy pour which was appreciated. As soon as I sat down they made an announcement for last call, and about a minute later I got a text saying I was able to come to the Chase Sapphire lounge so I downed my drink and left. Can't say it's the worst lounge I've been in but at such a big/popular airport and considering how nice other Centurion Lounges were I really expected a lot more. read more

The Centurion lounge at JFK offers a great experience. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because the virgin club in Heathrow is above and beyond and I'll save the fives for that club. But this one is fine for ones I've experienced in the US. Very easy entry - you just show your platinum AMEX, ID and boarding pass. There's two levels. There's little pods where you can set up. I haven't tried the Delta club in JFK but the one thing I like about Centurion over the Delta clubs is the bar has more complementary items and they served a pretty good espresso martini! If you are at the airport early and want some time to rest. It's a great club. read more

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The staff are so very hardworking, friendly and lovely. Six stars for them! There was a fellow in the coffee bar area, Desi, I think, who was kind and so very helpful on this Thursday, June 12 morning, and admirably proud of his coffee, though some of his co-workers were tired and (understandably) grouchier. He kind of made our morning. I feel a bit badly for noting this given how nice everyone was, but... for those food snobs reading, the breakfast was of somewhat low-grade cafeteria quality. Your kiddos will find something to enjoy among the croissants, muffins, and such, but the strangely spongey scrambled eggs and hard sausages were of industrial grade. A croissant casserole (a savory strata with eggs and something like ham or bacon, croissants, eggs), gruyere cheese, was likable. There were also overnight oats and oatmeal on offer, brunch cocktails available from the bar. The Pardner's bloody Mary was about 99% ice and quite weak, but I'm sure if you put your mind to it, you could find yourself a party. :) Coffee from the coffee bar to the left immediately after you enter met my standards (which are admittedly not at all high) and we very much enjoyed the (sort of sugary, probably under-punitive) "immunity shot" and smoothies from the bar. Cleanish bathrooms were well stocked with fancy soap and lotion (I think I registered a L'Occitane branded product or something similar), which my 9 year old delightedly noted smelled just like our usual lemongrass eucalyptus based insect repellent. :) We found out just as we were leaving that there is a large, lovely, peaceful downstairs area that is far less crowded than the upper entry floor. Oh well. Next time. Probably just as well that we didn't disturb the peace down there. Not sure if our kiddos were allowed free entry because certain spending limits had been met on credit cards, but we very much appreciated that they were in our case. There's a small family room to the right when you enter with toys and tv shows for young children. And there are two shower rooms on the upper floor further in (and possibly elsewhere too) that you would probably need to procure a key for, to enter. If you need quiet desk time, head into the top floor past the coffee bar and turn left, then left again. There is decently speedy WiFi. It's a bit of a walk to many gates so make sure you keep tabs on boarding times! read more

The lounge looked okay. Didn't spend much time exploring since there wasn't much food at 5 am when they opened. It was definitely not crowded. But the staff was diligent in cleaning off the tables at that hour. It was overall supposed to be comfortable, but I left quickly when I realized I wasn't going to get real food for the first hour after they opened. All I ate with this oatmeal thing and a cup of tea. Definitely not the best experience I've had at a centurion lounge. read more

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The staff is friendly and works hard here. I think the craft cocktails and NA cocktails are both quite good. The food is simply not good. Given the cost here you can recoup your value in drinks I guess. You might have better luck at a different lounge if you are hungry. read more

Great food, staff, bar area and atmosphere. Worth the trip when traveling.You will not be disappointed.

# Overall: The Centurion lounge experience in JFK is the average US domestic Centurion experience. This is the largest Centurion lounge I've been to in the States and there's nothing outstanding to me, but that doesn't come as a surprise to me. I'll continue to check out the domestic Centurion lounges as I visit more cities, but I'd recommend other lounges like the Sapphire lounge if you have access instead. # Ambiance Classic feel of a Centurion lounge, a lot of blue. Never fails to amaze me how many people have access to Centurion lounges because they're always packed. Difficult to find a good place to chill even if entering the lounge by yourself. # Food and Drink The food is really where the lounge falls off for me. The buffet really only served one hot meal, chicken thighs and rice. The rice is mushy and uneventful. The chicken that sits in its own liquid somehow ends up dry. There were cold dinner rolls and some cookies. I guess the main appeal would be the 2 bars, but I wasn't interested. read more

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Wow this lounge is now a total joke. Was here two years ago and it was solid not amazing. Just here and now it's so worn down, not clean. Clearly not well staffed to keep up with traffic. Food offerings are laughable compared with sapphire line next door. Don't ever need to come in here again read more

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