krazykanuck

I personally haven't encountered this "policy" though on one or two occasions would probably apply to me. Though FWIW I typically don't just pound cocktails, I'll have a couple cocktails and then switch to beer. Sounds like a YMMV situation and maybe you didn't have the rapport with the bartender that you thought you had. I wouldn't put too much stock in one experience.

rpk113

Can you check-in for the shuttle at the main terminal? That way you can do the lounge and take the shuttle buses over to the shuttle terminal.

bgriff

Sorry ignore my previous response; thought you were talking about the DL Shuttle. Someone else may be able to help better with the AA (until Saturday US) Shuttle and whether AA lets you check in at the central terminal when flying out of Terminal C for the Shuttle.

But, if you are checking bags, even if AA would allow it I'd recommend it is not worth the risk of checking in at the terminal where your flight is not operating -- just bring your checked bags to the Centurion Lounge with you and then leave the lounge early enough to go to check-in at Terminal C and check them there. Checking the bags in at the other terminal increases your chances of them getting lost too much for my tastes. If you're not checking bags then it should be no problem to print a boarding pass at the main terminal, or just use your phone.

rpk113

I was talking about the American Shuttle..

richba11er

My friend and I unfortunately have had to deal with that witch (drink/food blocking) on more than one occasion. In our experience, the bartenders are awesome and they're more than willing to serve us.

One evening at about 645 the lounge was extremely crowded and it was taking forever to order drinks. My friend ordered 2 drinks for us and while I was sitting down at a table so we wouldn't lose our spots. After a long while, my companion came back with the drinks and I went to go grab food. Knowing how long it took him to get drinks, I saw there was a lull in the bar area so I also ordered drinks hoping to have them made by the time I finished grabbing my food. She denied me and said that we needed to finish our drinks before ordering more.

Fast forward to 7:15 pm, they announced last call and I was screwed with having to wait in a line about 10+ people long. I wanted to plan ahead and avoid crowds such as this. When I finally got to the bar that stingy manager lady was serving me. I ordered a simple drink and she claimed to not know how to make it. I feel like she was snubbing us for some reason.

Instead of holding up the line, I just ordered a simple alcohol and club soda. I've noticed this manager lady being extremely overprotective of food and drinks. It's as if you take food out of her kids mouths if you're trying to get another drink or go for seconds at the buffet.

Tedgrrrr

Does the menu ever change???? Breakfast is always the same, which I don't mind. But Fried chicken everyday for lunch is getting a bit old!!

joscofra

There was short rib w/some kind of puree and sauteed sunchokes for lunch on Wed. :-) love the berry panna cotta and the coffee.

CMK10

Used the lounge yesterday for my first time. No problem accessing it with an arriving boarding pass only. Had a nice cup of coffee and some fruit. They also had french toast, waffles, eggs benedict and oatmeal. My only complaint is the bathroom is too small (with only two stalls) so I had to wait my turn. Staff was friendly, space is amazing and the views are great. Can't wait to come back, I can't imagine ever using the LGA United Club again.

heatheresq

Hahah...thanks for the support Richballer! I am glad to hear that I am not the only one that had a bad experience with her.

nadir576

this might be a general Centurion lounge access inquiry but since I am planning to use LGA on Sunday before my connecting flight to JFK so I am posting it here. My account is currently going through Financial review which will take 7-10 business days and hence all the charging is suspended. Can I still access the lounge? I am arriving at 1 pm and my flight at JFK is at 4:30 pm.

heatheresq

I don't have an exact answer on your technical ability to access the lounge. I am incredulous, rather, as to how you will be able to manage your afternoon arrival at LGA with a JFK departure only 3.5 hours later. Yes, both airports are the same borough, but they are by no means close when considering traffic and required boarding times.

pallhedge

I grew up not far from LGA and would disagree with this. With no traffic, we're talking 20 minutes. On a Sunday, with light traffic, lets say 30 minutes. With absolutely horrific traffic 45 minutes to an hour. If OP has domestic flight out of JFK, there's certainly time for a cocktail or two at LGA lounge.

heatheresq

As someone that also regularly transits these airports, I would just be a bit more cautious. I don't know about 20 minutes at all, but even with the 30-45 minute estimate, make sure you add in 10-20 minutes deplaning and getting to lounge, 5-10 minutes walking from Centurion Lounge to exit, 5-10 minutes (generous) to get a taxi, 10 minutes getting through security (generous), and the requisite boarding time (YMMV, but I wouldn't promote getting there too late). I calculate 1:30 which is a major chop into the 3 hours. It could work but the Medford Stuyvesant would definitely have me missing my flight! Salute!

CMK10

I was back this morning and once again had a very pleasant experience. They had fried eggs embedded in toast, chocolate chip waffles and french toast that was so good I got seconds Plus, the orange juice and coffee were delicious. I didn't even bother to head to the United Club.

ijgordon

That french toast is amazeballs.