American Express The Centurion Lounge
- Complimentary hot buffet
- Complimentary soft drinks
- Complimentary full bar
- Accessible
- Air conditioning
- Flight information monitors
- Newspapers and magazines
- TV
Spreading over 13,000 square feet, the Centurion Lounge Charlotte is one of American Express’ larger clubs worldwide.
The elegantly-appointed retreats features large windows overlooking the tarmac, a posh seating area, convenient work spaces, and a large dining zone.
The complimentary hot buffet, curated by chef Joe Kindred, showcases Southern-leaning cuisine.
Amenities include power outlets, fast Wi-Fi, newspapers and magazines, a printer, shower suites, a family room, and a complimentary full bar with cocktails curated by mixologist Jim Meehan.
American Express The Centurion Lounge at Charlotte, NC - Charlotte Douglas (CLT) welcomes:
- American Express Centurion® Card holders (+2 guests or immediate family)
- American Express Platinum Card® holders within 3 hours of departure of their first flight, and at any connection points (no access at final destination.) (See notes below for guest policy.)
- Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card holders departing on a flight operated by Delta, within 3 hours of departure of their first flight, and at any connection points (no access at final destination.) No guests allowed.
- Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business American Express Card holders departing on a flight operated by Delta, within 3 hours of departure and at connection points (no access at final destination.) No guests allowed.
Notes:
- Access requires confirmed travel plans. Standby boarding passes are not eligible.
- American Express Platinum Card® holders may not bring guests on a complimentary basis but can may purchase access for guests for $50 per adult and $30 per child (ages 2-17, proof of age required.)
- American Express Platinum Card® holders who spend $75,000 or more on eligible purchases during a calendar year receive complimentary guest access for up to two guests per visit for the current calendar year, the next year, and through January of the following year.
Cards accepted
American Express Platinum/Centurion card
The following is a typical sample selection; actual choices may vary. All food and drinks are complimentary. The menu has been designed by chef Joe Kindred. See thecenturionlounge.com for the latest offer.
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Milk Bread French Toast with Whipped Creme Fraiche and Bourbon Maple Syrup
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Sweet Potato and Onion Hash
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Soft Scrambled Eggs with Salsa Verde
- Country Ham Biscuits with Red Eye Sorghum Butter
(Continental breakfast is served between 5:30 am and 6:30 am.)
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Little Gem Lettuces with Buttermilk Dressing, Shaved Cucumber, Shaved Carrot, and Herby Breadcrumbs
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Arugula Salad with Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette, Grana Padana, and Curried Pepitas
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Creamy Celery and Potato Soup
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Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Carolina Slaw and Alabama White Sauce
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Grilled Cauliflower Steak with Romesco and Pistou
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Braised Collard Greens with Apple Cider and Bacon
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Charred Broccoli with Lemon Tahini Dressing
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Potato Gratin with Garlic Cream, Parmesan and Herby Breadcrumbs
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Cast Iron Milk Bread Pudding with Sorghum Milk Jam
(Soups and salads are available between 9 pm and 9:45 pm.)
Cocktails (10:30am – 9:30pm)
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Cheery Cola: Copper & Kings American Brandy, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, Cheerwine
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Raisin Cane: Bacardi 8 Year Old Rum, P.X., Cream, Bittermens Xocolatl Mole Bitters
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Kitty Hawk: Sutler’s Gin, Lemon Juice, Cointreau, Jack Rudy Grenadine
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Rainmaker: Lot 40 Canadian Rye Whiskey, Rainwater Madeira, Canton Ginger Liqueur
Wine: sparkling and champagne, red, rose, white
Coffee and tea: Centurion Lounge Custom Coffee, Espresso, Cappuccino.
(Bloody Marys, Mimosas, Screwdrivers, Bailey’s Irish Cream, beer, and wine are available on Mondays to Saturdays between 7 am and 10:30 am.)
4.0 / 5, based on 29 reviews
Overall ratings
The food and cocktails are just fantastic. A lot of diverse seating options and a large space. I arrived around 4pm on a Thursday and it was packed. I barely found a table. But they clear the space quickly and are very responsive to the volume. Still a positive experience.
Long ass line to get in. Great amenities though I guess