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Raleigh-Durham's Whisky River wins Best Airport Bar / Restaurant Atmosphere
Best Airport Bar / Restaurant Atmosphere (2019)
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Whether laying over or waiting on a delayed flight, it's always nice to have somewhere comfortable to pass the time at the airport. These 10 airport bars and restaurants excel in the atmosphere arena, making them ideal options for spending an hour or two pre-flight.
The top 10 winners in the Best Airport Bar / Restaurant Atmosphere category are as follows:
- Farmerbrown - San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- Yume - George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
- Flying Dog Tap House - Baltimore/Washington Intl. Airport (BWI)
- Cigar City Brewing - Tampa International Airport (TPA)
- James' Beach - Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
- Independence Prime - Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
- The Washington Redskins Burgundy and Gold Club - Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
- Blue Door Pub - Minneapolis—Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
- Cask & Larder - Orlando International Airport (MCO)
- Whisky River - Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Photo courtesy of San Francisco International Airport
No. 10:
Farmerbrown, a Southern restaurant and full bar at San Francisco International, features local ingredients in its menu of comfort food favorites, like chicken and waffles or vegetable jambalaya.
Photo courtesy of George Bush Intercontinental Airport
No. 9:
A canopy of Chinese lanterns hangs above diners at Yume, designed to bring the vibrancy of an Asian night market to Terminal E of Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Sushi and ramen star at this Asian Biergarten.
Photo courtesy of Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
No. 8:
Maryland's largest craft brewery pours their craft beers at BWI airport at the Flying Dog Tap House. Travelers can pair their beer or beer cocktail with food made from Roseda Black Angus Farm beef.
Photo courtesy of Tampa International Airport
No. 7:
Cigar City Brewing melds rich local flavors with a wide-selection of ever-changing brews that have made them a household name among beer enthusiasts. One of the first microbreweries to actually brew beer inside an airport, Cigar City is a favorite among travelers who are looking for a taste of Tampa Bay.
Photo courtesy of Los Angeles International Airport
No. 6:
Diners at James’ Beach in LAX enjoy modern American comfort food, including the famous fish tacos served at the original Venice Beach location, in a relaxed SoCal atmosphere.
Photo courtesy of Philadelphia International Airport
No. 5:
Every seat in this steakhouse at Philadelphia International Airport enjoys a view of the kitchen. Find it near the center of Concourse B.
Photo courtesy of Dulles International Airport
No. 4:
Sports fans traveling through Dulles will find a relaxing spot to catch a game or grab a drink at The Burgundy and Gold Club. The menu features appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers and barbecue.
Photo courtesy of Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport
No. 3:
One of Minnesota’s favorite neighborhood pubs comes to MSP, serving wings, salads, sandwiches and their iconic Juicy Blucy burger in a relaxed atmosphere with indoor patio seating.
Photo courtesy of Orlando International Airport
No. 2:
At Cask & Larder at Orlando International Airport, travelers dine on Southern-sourced dishes made from seasonal ingredients, served alongside craft beers and fresh-shucked oysters.
Photo courtesy of Raleigh Durham International Airport
No. 1:
Whisky River, created in partnership with Dale Earnhardt, Jr., features an extensive food menu and a bar offerings for travelers at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Those with a layover should try the signature drink Moonshine Mule made with Midnight Moon original moonshine, ginger beer and lime juice.
Congratulations to all these winning bars and restaurants!
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