DFW’s New Plaza Premium Lounge Is Here ✈️

Why It Matters

The opening expands Plaza Premium’s U.S. footprint with a tiered lounge strategy that monetizes premium experiences while preserving Priority Pass access at a lower tier, offering airlines and premium travelers more differentiated airport services. For frequent flyers and airport retail operators, the move signals growing demand for elevated, revenue-generating lounge products in major U.S. hubs.

Summary

Plaza Premium has opened its first U.S. Plaza Premium First lounge at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Terminal D, offering table service, an à la carte menu with items like duck tacos and brisket benedict, craft cocktails, a shower room, and planned Turkish tea service. The new First lounge sits inside a separate, adjacent Plaza Premium lounge that accepts Priority Pass and eligible AmEx cards; the standard lounge features an all-day buffet and pay-per-item upgrades like fried green tomatoes and a smash burger. Access to Plaza Premium First is restricted to first- and business-class passengers of partner international airlines or available via a $45 upgrade for guests already in the regular Plaza Premium Lounge. Both spaces are newly opened and pitched as complementary options—one value-oriented for Priority Pass members, the other a premium, higher-end experience.

Original Description

DFW Airport just got a major lounge upgrade. We checked out the new Plaza Premium Lounge in Terminal D, from the food and drinks to the seating and overall vibe, to see if it’s worth visiting before your next flight.