A Comprehensive Guide to the 2025 US Open Experience
The 2025 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center is set to take place from August 24 through September 7, transforming Flushing Meadows, Queens into a global hub for tennis enthusiasts. Beyond the thrilling matches on the court, the event offers an immersive experience filled with hospitality, shopping, and lifestyle activities that make it more than just a sporting event.
Where to Eat
The Food Village serves as a central hub adjacent to Ashe and Grandstand, offering a variety of culinary delights. Lavazza Coffeetail Bar returns as an official sponsor, serving traditional espresso drinks alongside espresso martinis and sweet Italian treats. Visitors can even challenge the Lavazza robot Luigi to a tennis match on court six.
pastaRAMEN, making its U.S. Open debut, offers Wafu (Japanese-Italian fusion) dishes like Temomi Shrimp Scampi Ramen with ponzu, garlic, and shrimp. Oyamel at Dobel Tequila Club debuts Yucatà n-style cochinita pibil tacos, Mexican street corn, and fresh guacamole, paired with Dobel cocktails and tequila flights.
CQDQ Stall, launched by Simon Kim, introduces a casual food village outpost, while inside Ashe, COQODAQ serves signature chicken nuggets topped with Petrossian caviar. Carnegie Deli delivers world-famous hot pastrami on rye, turkey sandwiches, and classic cheesecakes, along with a New York rye chocolate chip cookie tribute and a tennis-themed black and white cookie.
King Souvlaki offers chicken and lamb gyros with King Sauce, spinach pie, loaded Greek fries, and big Greek salads. San Matteo NYC serves crowd-pleasing Neapolitan pizzas, including margherita and vegan or dairy-free options. Pat LaFrieda delivers Black Angus steak sandwiches with Monterey Jack, caramelized onions, and au jus, a stadium favorite for carnivores.
Arthur Ashe Stadium’s Champions Bar & Grill features an upscale steakhouse with table service, a private wine cave, and signature seafood dishes. Aces, the reservations-only restaurant on the club level in Ashe, offers sushi by Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto and jumbo lump crab cakes by Chef Ed Brown, along with a special collab this year.
COQODAQ (CQDQ) inside Ashe serves buttermilk brined sandwiches and spicy dipping sauces, plus sides like crinkle-cut fries. On-Stadium Concourse and Specialty Stands feature Amex Centurion Lounge for American Express cardholders, Eataly with fresh pasta and Italian focaccia, Fuku with David Chang’s spicy chicken sandwiches, and Fare by Alex Guarnaschelli with cavatappi pasta.
Mojito by David Burke offers sea scallop and shrimp Veracruz with arroz moro, charred broccolini, and salsa Veracruz. The Nourish Spot provides juices, smoothies, and garden-fresh salads. Snack Stops include Jacques Torres with artisanal sweets, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream with a U.S. Open exclusive honeycomb fudge slam, Angry Taco with spicy birria and carne asada tacos, and Mochidoki with Japanese mochi ice cream.
What to Drink
Hydration is essential, but the US Open turns cocktail crafting into a signature sport. Grey Goose Honey Deuce Bars serve the famous vodka, lemonade, and raspberry liqueur cocktail, garnished with honeydew “tennis balls” and served in limited-edition collectible glasses. Moët & Chandon Champagne Garden pours Moët Imperial Brut and Rosé in branded goblets.
Aperol Spritz Bars offer the summery Italian classic, while Maestro Dobel Tequila Cocktails provide frozen margaritas and tequila tasting flights. Heineken Red Star Patio Café offers a lively beer garden atmosphere.
Where to Shop
Official US Open Shops include the US Open Collection Store in South Plaza with 2025 gear, including tournament-specific releases and commemorative merch. Satellite Shops line the walks between Ashe, Armstrong, and Grandstand, offering official gear and Wilson and Babolat tennis accessories.
Luxury Retail Pop-Ups include Ralph Lauren Hospitality Suite for personalized Polo apparel, Rolex Boutique with luxury watches, and Tiffany & Co. Pavilion featuring tennis-related fine jewelry. American Express Shop offers branded merchandise and limited-edition gear.
Activations
Fan Week from August 18 to 23 offers free entry with player practices, qualifying matches, and open autograph sessions. La Roche-Posay Wellness Hub promotes UV Pro Sport sunscreen with complimentary skin checks. Tiffany & Co. Pop-Up showcases the Men's and Women's Singles Championship trophies and a one-of-a-kind HardWear by Tiffany tennis racket.
Cadillac Showroom highlights their electric vehicle lineup and interactive art. American Express Fan Experience features "air tennis" and daily sponsor giveaways. Emirates Booth offers Dubai trip giveaways and virtual reality experiences. Chase Arena provides tennis-themed carnival games and shaded seating areas.
Live Music & DJs
Daily concerts and DJ sets take place on stages throughout the South Plaza and main walkways, featuring local New York artists and nationally recognized acts. These performances are open to all fans and add to the vibrant atmosphere of the US Open.
