Eataly, the renowned Italian marketplace and high-end retail concept, is set to make its debut in the U.S. travel retail market with the opening of three new units at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) this year. The stores, which will be located at Terminals 4, 5, and 8, will mark the company’s first venture into a U.S. airport location.
The retail spaces will be managed by HMSHost, a subsidiary of Avolta, the world’s largest airport retailer. This expansion comes as part of Avolta’s efforts to grow its footprint at JFK, including winning a contract with Fraport USA, the concessions developer appointed by JetBlue, the primary airline tenant at Terminal 5.
Eataly, which boasts more than 50 stores worldwide and 13 locations across North America, is known for its curated selection of Italian food, wine, and culinary experiences. The new JFK stores will follow the company’s model of tailored spaces, with each terminal location designed to offer a unique experience that reflects the distinct atmosphere of Eataly’s New York City locations in Downtown, Flatiron, and SoHo.
Owned by the European investment firm Investindustrial, which holds a 52% stake in the company, Eataly continues to expand globally, further solidifying its reputation as a destination for high-end, authentic Italian dining and retail.
