In recent days, TPG has heard from readers that even in the midst of the pandemic, this lounge is filling up to its capacity maximum.
Additionally, all surfaces are getting deep cleaned more frequently and the bar and buffet are no longer self-serve.Īnd, Amex has lowered the number of people it lets in the doors to promote physical distancing. As part of the reopening, Amex introduced the Centurion Lounge Commitment, requiring all guests to wear face coverings. 12, following a nearly six-month closure. By 7 a.m., the dining area was standing-room-only.Īmex Lounge SFO overcrowding in February 2020 (Photo by Zach Griff/The Points Guy)Īmex recently reopened the existing SFO location on Oct. In fact, when I recently reviewed the space in February, I arrived at the lounge just as it opened at around 5 a.m. Related: Amex reveals Centurion Lounge reopening dates and more If you did manage to get in, finding a seat was a challenge in and of itself. Considering how many Platinum Card® from American Express cardmembers travel through this mega-hub, there were often waitlists to enter. In the years leading up to the pandemic, the San Francisco outpost was always packed. However, it did confirm that the lounge will remain in Terminal 3, home to United's SFO operations. Unfortunately, the issuer didn't have further details to share, like when the construction would be complete.
Once complete, the new space will measure nearly 16,000 square-feet, making it one of the largest Centurion Lounges in the network.Īs part of the expansion, Amex will launch a new menu curated by Executive Chef Rabi Kapur.
Located in Terminal 3, the Centurion Lounge is often one of the most crowded in the entire network.Ī spokesperson confirmed to TPG that the lounge will nearly double in size. This is welcome news for anyone who's passed through SFO in recent years. American Express plans to significantly expand and refresh its Centurion Lounge in the San Francisco airport (SFO).
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