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VILLA RESTAURANT GROUP WILL OPEN THEIR FIRST OF FIVE LOCATIONS IN MARCH AT JFK 

Morristown, NJ (January 16, 2025) – Imagine a place where the humdrum of airport food courts gives way to something far more inviting—a place where the food you crave is right around the corner, with a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel at home even in the busiest of terminals. That’s exactly what Villa Restaurant Group (VRG), a leader in hospitality and dining innovation, is bringing to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), with the upcoming opening of five exciting new concessions in Terminal 8, set to debut in early 2025.

With this expansion, VRG is reimagining the airport dining experience, creating spaces where travelers can find comfort in familiar, high-quality brands. The five new locations will feature two Starbucks , Shake Shack, Dos Toros, and Zaro’s Family Bakery, all carefully selected to offer something for everyone. The unique Dos Toros outpost will feature the brand’s first-ever bar, designed and operated specifically for the JFK experience. A curated selection of tequilas will also be available as well as plated menu items and other spirits and liquors.

Each of the five new spots embodies VRG’s signature commitment to quality and convenience, created to ensure that passengers on the go can enjoy a delicious meal, take a break, and feel rejuvenated before continuing their journey.

“JFK is a crucial hub for our growing presence in airports across the U.S., and this expansion in Terminal 8 is a direct reflection of our commitment to enhancing the traveler experience,” said Chris McNamee, VRG’s director of business development. “Our goal is simple: to bring the familiar comfort of high-quality, beloved brands to travelers, making their time in the airport more enjoyable and less stressful.”

This expansion builds on VRG’s deep roots in Port Authority airports, where the company has been providing exceptional dining experiences for over two decades.  With the addition of five new spaces, VRG is more than doubling its footprint at the airport, underscoring the importance of JFK as a key market in its growth strategy focused on expansion within airports.. The company’s emphasis on convenience, quality, and a welcoming environment speaks to its broader vision of transforming airports into destinations where food, comfort, and travel intersect seamlessly.

For VRG, this expansion is part of a broader initiative to build on its leadership in the airport dining sector. With locations in major airports such as Orlando, Miami, New York’s LaGuardia, Newark, Las Vegas, Houston and Denver, VRG continues to grow, offering innovative, high-quality dining solutions that cater to the needs of modern travelers.

“This move further solidifies our long-standing commitment to JFK and showcases our dedication to creating spaces that make traveling a little bit easier and a lot more enjoyable,” said McNamee. “We’re excited to expand our footprint in Terminal 8 and provide travelers with food experiences that are as memorable as the destinations they’re heading to.”

For more information about Villa Restaurant Group and its expanding portfolio of airport dining options, visit www.villarestaurantgroup.com.

About Villa Restaurant Group:
Villa Restaurant Group (VRG) is a family-owned, multi-brand hospitality company with 60 years of experience in delivering exceptional dining experiences. With locations across major U.S. airports and other high-traffic venues, VRG is committed to providing quality dining that is both convenient and satisfying, ensuring travelers and guests feel at home no matter where they are.

Rendering of Starbucks at JFK Terminal 8

Starbucks is set to open in March 2025 at JFK Terminal 8.

Rendering of Zaro's Family Bakery and Dos Toros at JFK Terminal 8.

Zaro’s Family Bakery and Dos Toros locations at JFK Terminal 8

Rendering of Shake Shack at JFK Terminal 8.

Shake Shack is set to open Spring of 2025.