Tortas Frontera by Rick Bayless in O’Hare Terminals 1, 3, and 5 EVOLVE by Hudson in Midway’s Central Market THE CLUB MDW For the first time in the airport’s 97-year history, Midway offers a shared-use passenger lounge. The Club MDW opened in September 2024 and is conveniently located in the airport’s Central Market at the intersection of Concourses A and B. It is available for all travelers regardless of airline and class of service, and it offers complimentary food and beverage service to all patrons in an inviting, relaxing environment. The lounge is accessible through Priority Pass, the world’s largest airport lounge membership program. COMPANION PLUS RESTROOM The Companion Plus Restroom at O’Hare is a first-of-its-kind amenity, providing a restroom, shower, and other ADA features for disabled passengers. It is located in Terminal 2 near security checkpoint 5 (Gate F3). HIDDEN DISABILITIES SUNFLOWER PROGRAM The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program offers additional support to travelers with invisible disabilities, such as autism, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and hearing loss. Lanyards, bracelets, hats, and other sunflower items with a green background and a sunflower enable individuals to discreetly indicate that they have a nonvisible disability and may need additional assistance, understanding, or more time. Sunflower lanyards and basic information cards are available at all information desks at O’Hare and Midway. MOTHER’S ROOMS AND LACTATION PODS Eleven parent-friendly Mamava lactation pods are conveniently located at the airports to augment the Mother’s Rooms already in place. The pods are freestanding spaces intentionally designed with easy-to-clean surfaces and app-enabled access for a comfortable and private option to breastfeed or pump. VISUAL INTERPRETING THROUGH AIRA Passengers who are blind or have low vision can receive assistance with the help of the Aira app, which is free for users inside both airports. The app connects users with a trained visual interpreter, who will provide assistance from information conveyed by surroundings either from a camera view or what is shared on a screen. PASSENGER ASSISTANCE Travelers Aid Chicago at O’Hare and Volunteer Information Services at Midway are both programs that provide resources and information to passengers traveling through the airports. SERVICE ANIMAL RELIEF AREAS Interior and exterior service animal relief areas (SARAs) are available at both airports for passenger convenience. LOCAL FAVORITES Sample Chicago’s top local spots at O’Hare and Midway Airports. REFRESHING BREWS Pair a Cruz Blanca Mexican lager with award-winning sandwiches from Tortas Frontera by Rick Bayless (ORD Terminals 1, 3, 5). From pale ale to pilsner, Goose Island Beer Company (ORD Terminals 1, 3) has you covered. Belly up to the bar at Harry Caray’s Shortstop (MDW Concourse A) and pair a cold draft with toasted ravioli. QUICK EATS Handhelds from fast-casual favorites, like a smash burger from The Hampton Social (ORD Terminal 5) or a buffalo chicken mac from The Orange Line (MDW Concourse B), are great on the go. Burger Federation (ORD Terminal 3) touts the “Best Burger in the City” with its Little Miss Figgy Burger. KIDS’ PICKS For your lil’ flyers, touch down at Woodgrain Neapolitan Pizzeria (MDW Concourse A) for a mini cheese pizzetta and fruit combo. Sports fans will find chicken fingers and Pitcher’s Pasta on the junior meal menu at Chicago Cubs Bar & Grill (ORD Terminal 3). ACCESSIBILITY PHOTO CREDIT LEFT TO RIGHT: CITY OF CHICAGO; TORTAS FRONTERA; MIDWAY PARTNERSHIP Chicago’s airports are fully accessible to all passengers. In 2025, sensory maps, “point-of-view” videos, sensory bags, and social stories are among the newest resources designed to help neurodivergent travelers, specifically those with sensory sensitivities, feel more comfortable or prepare for their experience at Chicago’s airports. TAKE THE ‘L’ TRAIN TO & FROM THE AIRPORT • Best fare into town: Just $5 (including any transfers to other lines) • Fly direct to the Loop with fast, frequent service (under 45 minutes to downtown) O’HARE Catch the Chicago Transportation Authority (CTA) Blue Line at O’Hare Station, which directly connects to Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Use the Airport Transit System (ATS) to connect to Terminal 5. MIDWAY The Midway Station of the CTA Orange Line is located next to the airport terminal and connected by an enclosed walkway. CTA transitchicago.com 63
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