Two of Philly’s favorite things find a new home at brand-new dining concept in Terminal A-East
PHILADELPHIA — April 30, 2026 — In a delightful twist of events, Philadelphia International Airport and MarketPlace PHL today proudly announce the official launch of Pretzels & Pints, a new proprietary dining concept now open in Terminal A-East.
The new dining option prepares these Philly favorites inside a modern, food truck-style kitchen, uniquely serving from an iconic aluminum Airstream trailer inside the airport. The adjacent communal seating amid string lights and foliage is stylized to recreate outdoor dining from Philly’s neighborhoods.
The first PHL location of its kind, Pretzels & Pints draws inspiration from Philadelphia’s long-standing street food culture — in which pretzels have been a local staple since the 1820s.
Pretzels & Pints’ menu focuses on soft pretzels, local beer and ready-to-go offerings. Highlights include soft pretzels served with melted Cooper Sharp cheese, breakfast items crafted with Taylor pork roll and Philly-inspired creations like cheesesteak egg rolls.
A rotating selection of beers from regional breweries, including Victory Brewing Company, Conshohocken Brewing Co., Tröegs Independent Brewing and more, rounds out the Pretzels & Pints experience.
Additional grab-and-go items, such as sandwiches and salads, are sourced from regional partners, including Nourish Markets and York Street Market — alongside a range of snacks from Pennsylvania’s own Herr’s.
Pretzels & Pints is the latest culinary endeavor brought to PHL by the award-winning food and beverage operator The Grove Inc. The Grove Inc. is a women-owned business, currently operating Terminal F’s Philly Pretzel Factory as well as PrimoHoagies, which debuted in Terminal A-East in February. Both PrimoHoagies and Pretzels & Pints are operated in partnership with M2 Concepts LLC, a private food, beverage and retail company specializing in airports and nontraditional settings.
“The Grove Inc. is thrilled to present Pretzels & Pints at PHL,” says Nina Madonia, CEO of The Grove Inc. “We know that Philly locals and visitors alike crave this travel-ready combo. Relax and enjoy a warm pretzel and a frosty beer, or grab one to go! We have a great assortment of grab & go items if you’re rushing to the gate. Looking forward to welcoming you.”
“Pretzels & Pints is a tribute to one of Philadelphia’s most iconic culinary combinations,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “Spearheaded by the talented team at The Grove Inc., which has a growing presence at the airport, the new concept feels like a familiar neighborhood stop. We couldn’t be more excited to share this new option with our passengers.”
For more information, please visit PHLfoodandshops.com.
