Multi-million-pound departure lounge improvements by SSP continue at LJLA

Having recently been voted the UK’s best airport in the 2024 Which? annual airport survey, Liverpool John Lennon Airport is now further enhancing the passenger experience in time for next Summer through new food and beverage outlets from SSP.

Work is underway in the airport’s Departure lounge, to construct a range of new, expanded and refurbished passenger facilities over the coming months. These will include Monty’s, an all-day diner with seating for almost 200 passengers, a new expanded premium lounge that will be twice the size of the existing facility and an extension and upgraded design to the existing Kissing Gate pub and kitchen. In addition, a third coffee shop will be introduced and the existing Starbucks and Upper Crust units will be updated, with new brands joining the retail mix to cater for the growing numbers of passengers.

Monty’s can accommodate 190 diners and will be perfect for families and larger groups, as well as couples and solo passengers. Customers will enjoy a buzzy atmosphere with table service from our friendly staff. The menu will include a wide range of decadent breakfast dishes including cooked breakfasts, indulgent bagels and loaded waffles. For lunch and dinner, the menu will include signature smashed patty burgers, mac ‘n’ cheese and hot dogs as well as thick milkshakes and desserts.

Kari Daniels, CEO of SSP UK & Ireland, said: “As the travel food experts, we always strive to offer bespoke concepts for our customers alongside some of our more established names. This was the catalyst for Monty’s Diner – it’s a completely new concept for us but one that we’re confident will bring a fresh, modern experience to Liverpool John Lennon Airport, complementing our existing outlets to offer exceptional choice whether customers are looking for an indulgent meal or a quick drink and bite to eat before their flight.”

These latest food and beverage improvements are the next phase of works that commenced last Winter following the signing of a new long-term deal with SSP and which will see them extend their operations at the airport until at least 2036.