Food Court, Retailers Coming To New Concourse At VA Airport

DULLES, VA — When the 435,000-square-foot Concourse E opens at Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia in fall 2026, travelers will be able to enjoy some familiar retailers and restaurants, according to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority.

Occupied entirely by United Airlines and featuring 14 gates, Concourse E will have direct access to the airport’s AeroTrain underground rail system.

“The Airports Authority eagerly awaits these notable concepts that will complement the new and exciting Concourse E at Dulles International next year,” said Jaimini Erskine, Airports Authority vice president for marketing and concessions. “This continues our commitment of premier shopping and iconic local dining options for passengers traveling through the D.C. region as the airport grows.”

These are the businesses MWAA announced would be opening at Concourse E at Dulles International Airport:

• Food Court – The food court will include Wendy's, Jimmy John’s, Dunkin’, Dos Toros Taqueria and Stratus Bar along with a children’s play area.
• Duty Free – Two retail spaces that will offer savings on products like cosmetics, perfumes and luxury goods, as well as alcohol and tobacco, exempt from local taxes and import duties.
• Ellie Bird – A contemporary, casual, chef-driven restaurant based in Falls Church, Virginia.
• Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe – All-day cafe with handmade doughnuts, excellent specialty coffee and homemade food to delight.
• Travel Tech – The latest in tech including phones, tablets, smartwatches, earbuds and headphones as well as accessories.
• Bonchon – Restaurant known for its popular Korean-style fried chicken.
• Aventino – Italian American full-service restaurant with a central bar.
• Rusty Taco – Fast-casual restaurant brand that specializes in serving street-style tacos and other Mexican-inspired food.
• Honor Brewing – Veteran-owned brewery and full-service restaurant in Loudoun County, Virginia, as well as a taphouse and kitchen in Fairfax County, Virginia.
• Gameway – Video gaming lounge offering stations with leather chairs, noise canceling headphones, charging ports, luggage storage and fast Wi-Fi.

“We appreciate all the hard work that goes into building a program from the ground up that 'wows’ travelers the moment they enter the new concourse,” said Alyson Murphy, vice president of Fraport Washington Partnership LLC. “Soon, visitors will have the opportunity to explore new shops and restaurants that showcase the unique charm of the DMV region in a spectacular setting. This reflects the essence of our program and Fraport Washington Partnership is thrilled to play a role in enhancing their experience at Dulles International.”