John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Terminal 4 operators JFKIAT recently celebrated the opening of a new Eataly location. The 6,935-square-foot T4 Eataly is operated by HMSHost (Avolta) in partnership with Tamalito Inc., Neat Rules Hospitality Group LLC, Kintaro Foods LLC, Kismet Cocktails, Corlis Stone-Littles LLC, SHCAIR LLC and Fresco’s Cantina and features the brand’s signature Italian offerings including antipasti, pizza and pasta dishes, sweets, salads, and wine and cocktails in a marketplace setting.
“The arrival of Eataly marks another exciting step forward in our continued efforts to enhance the culinary and passenger experience at T4,” said JFKIAT CEO Roel Huinink. “As we continue to shape the future of our terminal, we remain committed to introducing concepts that offer passengers meaningful opportunities to discover new flavors, cultures, and experiences. Eataly brings the traditions, quality, and hospitality of Italy to T4, adding another layer to the diverse and dynamic experience we strive to create for travelers from around the world.”
“At HMSHost, we are passionate about transforming travel through exceptional dining experiences, and the opening of Eataly at JFK Terminal 4 represents exactly that vision,” added Anthony Alessi, vice president of business development at HMSHost. “As one of New York City’s most celebrated culinary destinations, Eataly brings an authentic sense of place, world-class Italian cuisine, and genuine hospitality to travelers. Together with JFKIAT and our partners, we are proud to continue elevating Terminal 4’s food and beverage program with concepts that reflect the energy, diversity, and global appeal of New York while creating memorable moments throughout the passenger journey.”
“We are thrilled to introduce our Eataly experience to T4 at JFK – one of the world’s great gateways – closing out an important milestone in our brand’s expansion to the travel space in North America,” said Simone Tosato, global head of franchising at Eataly. “From the start, Eataly has been rooted in the belief that food is a powerful way to connect people, with Italian culture and tradition at our heart. The new location at JFK allows us to bring this mission to life within a dynamic airport environment, offering a curated guest experience that underlines the quality, craftsmanship, and hospitality that can be found across the peninsula of Italy. Thank you to JFKIAT, HMSHost, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for your incredible partnership and support throughout the project – we were honored to work together on this endeavor.”
“Eataly is an iconic New York City destination, and we are excited to bring this beloved experience to travelers at JFK Terminal 4,” said Teresa Rizzuto, JFK’s general manager. “Eataly, which made its North American airport debut at JFK, provides passengers with another opportunity to experience the city’s vibrant culinary culture as they travel through our airport. The addition of Eataly to Terminal 4’s commercial program advances the Port Authority’s goal of creating a world class passenger experience at a new JFK International airport.”
