Annual Fee
$250
Signup Bonus
60,000 Membership Rewards points after $6,000 spend in 6 months
(~$1200 value)
Value Score
Entry-level lounge access - limited or restricted entry.
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Same issuer (American Express) with higher tier access. Annual fee: $695.
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Visit Limits
No lounge access
No lounge access included. This card focuses on dining and grocery rewards, not travel perks.
Guest Policy
Cardholder only
No complimentary lounge access. Consider adding Priority Pass Select membership separately.
Rewards Rate
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Last updated: 2026-01-11 | Data verified from official sources
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