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BUSINESS TRAVEL
If you ’ re a frequent business traveler , you know how to get through security efficiently with time left to pop open your laptop and get some work done before you board . But at Reagan , no need to be tethered to your gate .
First things first , no matter the time of day , fuel up with caffeine for the business trip ahead . At Reagan , options abound with Peet ’ s Coffee , Starbucks , and classic Dunkin ’. Java in hand , head to CNBC News to stock up on the day ’ s newspapers , magazines and other reading materials .
If you ’ re traveling with a colleague and need a place to talk business before your flight , Reagan Airport recently welcomed a full-service P . F . Chang ’ s , or impress your colleague with lunch at celeb chef Richard Sandoval ’ s El Centro D . F . or go for lighter fare with Matsutake Sushi , where the chefs make the sushi to order right at the bar .
If your business attire is in need of a refresh , take your pre-flight time at Brooks Brothers , the iconic retailer offering quality dress shirts , navy blazers , suits , and neckwear in classic American style . Then head to Tumi for some of the very best in business travel luggage and accessories .
And if you ’ re simply in search of downtime before you get back to work , Reagan Airport is home to a number of bars that offer casual beers , wine and spirits . Try Wolfgang Puck Bar + Bites , U Street Pub or Washington Pour Bar .
HEALTH-CONSCIOUS JOURNEY
It doesn ’ t have to be all burgers and fries when you ’ re flying ( though there ’ s nothing wrong with a tasty burger on your travel day !). If you lean more toward the health-conscious side of menus , the dining options at Dulles offer a food pyramid of options when it comes to eating for your health and keeping up your energy for the flight ahead .
Keep it simple and start with a fresh salad . Grab and go with an order from the new CAVA or Extreme Pita , or nearly all of the sit-down restaurants serve up big , bountiful salads from Bistro Atelier to Commanders Burgundy & Gold Club .
Pizza ( yes pizza !) can be served up with a side of well-being too . At & pizza , order a Make Your Own Veggie Pizza to get some extra pep in your step before your flight . At Pizza Hut , patrons can choose a perfectly-portioned classic personal pan pizza for take-off . Of course , protein is important . Add plenty of chicken to your tacos at the brand new Rusty Taco for a protein-packed powerup , while at Jersey Mike ’ s Subs , place an order for a Sub in a Tub and load up on their freshly sliced meats and toppings in a carb-less bowl .
Dulles is also always conscious of its gluten-free customers . At the Grab-and-Go Markets – from Hudson News to Capital City Ink – there are plenty of on-the-go options that offer gluten-free snacking selections perfect for popping in your carry-on . And fast food fave Wendy ’ s even offers its warm and savory chili and baked potatoes as the perfect gluten-free snack before you board .
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