When we think airport food, we think fast food and overcrowded airport bars. However, in the past few years, I have seen a concerted effort into improving the culinary offerings of airports, hotels, and train stations. From celebrity chefs setting up shop at airports to local faves, things are looking more promising when you’re “hangry” and your flight is delayed. I recently had the opportunity to take a behind-the-scenes look of a local fave &pizza DCA (Reagan National Airport) location with community manager Sam Blum. All about my experience.
Photo by &pizza
About: Locally owned &pizza has ten locations in the DC Metro area. My first experience was at the &pizza at my neighborhood in Brookland. I quickly became fond of the custom artisan pizzas made swiftly in front of you without losing the flavor. The employees aka “tribe members” are friendly and animated which makes the experience not only efficient but fun. When I found out there was a &Pizza DCA location opening, I found a way to get the behind the scenes scoop on the place.
The Scene: An airport restaurant is a challenge when you have factors as space and security. The space of &pizza DCA is pretty small with a small eating area but the pizzas were quickly churning out while I was there. From families to pilots, there was a constant stream of people wanting to indulge in pizza during my visit. In a high stress environment such as an airport is was refreshing to see employees happily interacting with the customers.
Photo by &pizza
The Food: Sometimes there’s a disconnect from a menu you see at a restaurant to its airport location, however, I did not see this with &pizza. My pizza, the Moonstruck pizza (Mushroom Truffle, Roasted Wild Mushroom Blend, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Fig Marsala, Red Pepper Chili Oil, and Cracked Black Pepper) had the same quality as the one I’ve had in their Brookland location.
The Verdict: It’s refreshing to see airports, train stations, and hotels starting to recognize traveler’s needs for great food. It’s exciting to see the movement here in DC, especially when locally owned shops like &pizza are able to open locations in both Reagan National and Dulles Airports. Tip: The airport locations are the only ones which serve breakfast!
* I was invited by &pizza to discover their DCA airport location. As always, opinions are mine.
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I didn’t realize there was an &pizza at the airport! So excited because I love their pizza. I got the Moonstruck too! Will definitely look for it next time I’m flying out of DCA
Yes! There’s one in Dulles too. Also love Taylor Gourmet, another local business.
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