Portland International (PDX) will soon have a host of new shops and restaurants available to travelers.
The Port of Portland Commission approved 11 lease agreements for both retail and food and beverage locations. They are the second phase of a multi-year project to update and refresh the concessions program at PDX. Coffee is a key element of phase two, with four brands and 12 locations in the works, compared to the current two brands and 10 locations.
“Portland is a coffee town; anyone seeking a good, strong cup of coffee before an early morning flight ought to appreciate the mix of brands PDX will soon offer,” says Chris Czarnecki, general manager of aviation business and properties for Port of Portland. “We sought to expand the local and regional presence of the new shops opening soon, and we focused on companies that could deliver the best customer experience possible. We also paid close attention to quality employers who appreciate the value each employee brings to the job.”
Once completed, PDX will have Peet’s Coffee & Tea, Portland Roasting Company, Starbucks and Stumptown Coffee Roasters. Other shops and restaurants included in the project are Capers Farm-to-Table Market, House Spirits Distillery, Kenny & Zuke’s Delicatessen & Market, Made in Oregon, Soundbalance, Timberline Lodge and Vino Volo.
