Jeff B.
Yelp
(Drank 12/12/22 MO @ 6:00pm): Maybe there was fish found at this market... but I was only interested in a beer!
I arrived somewhat early for my Alaska Airlines flight to Los Angeles (my Lyft driver took a wrong turn at the airport and had to circle back in heavy traffic) in order to settle in, have less stress, and relax into my usual pre-flight drink and meal (I actually wasn't hungry this time around) which I found at Malone's Fish Market. I was still new to this airport and terminal, so basically all the eateries were foreign to me. I walked down the passenger pathway only to backtrack to this place by default because other options were too busy or simply didn't look appealing to me. Was my default choice the right decision, or was there something fishy why this joint wasn't bustling!?
PURCHASE
Goose Island Beer Co. IPA Beer 16floz Draft 5.9% ABV ($11.95): Rich amber color, light hoppy sweet aroma, light hoppy sweet flavor, low body, drying finish, and hoppy sweet aftertaste - a simple not-overly hoppy brew. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=E4bc20D5vAp7AybtTbwLIQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
SERVICE
After about a five minute wait in line, I was greeted by a friendly woman behind the counter who was multitasking (he was mixing a drink and grabbed a food order, too), she quickly took my order, provided me with a nicely-tapped brew, I paid, and off I was to the nearest table to enjoy my libation; easy-peasy - cheers!
PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance)
I was traveling through and had no need to park. However, the airport provided parking lots and a garage that offered both short- and long-term options with various fees that ranged from $4.25 - $65.00/daily. However, this airport had a very good transit system that consisted of buses, taxi cab service, and Lyft or Uber stations. Because this was located within Terminal B of departing flights, you had to already be an outgoing or incoming passenger to even get here, so parking would be a moot point.
ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE
Located deep into Terminal B towards Gate 40 and beyond, within the Jersey By The Shore Food Hall, it was a rectangular floorplan with several communal wooden tables/chairs throughout the middle, a few high tables along the edges/walls, and two order counters on either side once you entered. A very clean modern look with little to no decorations. There was minimal natural lighting while plenty of recessed, hanging, and soul-sucking fluorescent electric ceiling lights filled in the rest from inside and the passenger walkway. There were a couple TVs up on the wall behind the order counter, but I couldn't recall any background music from all the chatter that surrounded you. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=pAWGHYjtnnu3Lg5PvxzDUw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
ATTIRE
Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops... if it weren't so freaking cold!
OVERALL
Malone's Fish Market satisfied my needs among the several similar offerings in this part of Terminal B. Because their beer selection was the standard vanilla variety you found at most terminals, I just went with a tried and true beer I loved. Mixed drinks and wine were also available. I saw some travelers dining on food (unsure of any fish), but I honestly had no idea how their menu was, so maybe next time I'd give it a shot if I had more time. The service was straightforward which worked for me. I imagined the food pricing was comparable with any airport eatery while the beer prices were really priced well comparably-speaking. And heck, I met a couple gentlemen to chat with while we drank our respective beers before we each departed in separate directions. I found good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $13.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 3.0 STARS