Gate-side Tex-Mex and burgers near the T concourse
Chili’s Too sits past security in Terminal T at John Glenn Columbus (CMH), drawing anyone who wants sit-down food instead of grabbing a pre-packaged sandwich. It’s the airport spin on the standard Chili’s format: burgers, fajitas, salads, and a full bar with beer, wine, and mixed drinks. Prices run higher than street locations, with most mains landing in the mid-teens to low $20s.
The menu sticks to the usual Chili’s hits: expect burgers, chicken crispers, fajitas, quesadillas, and salads, plus appetizers like chips and salsa or loaded fries. Portions track typical Chili’s sizing, so a shared starter plus one main can feed two light eaters and keep the bill around $30–$40 before tip. Kids’ options mirror the chain’s basics, helpful if you’re traveling with younger flyers who already know the brand.
Service timing matters in an airport, and Chili’s Too usually runs on standard table-service speed, not fast-food speed. Build in at least 45 minutes for a sit, eat, and pay cycle, especially at peak departure banks when several T-gates board around the same 30–45 minute window. Bar-only orders or a single burger can land quicker, but don’t plan this with a tight 25-minute gap before boarding.
The full bar is the main differentiator from the food court. You’ll find draft and bottled beers, basic wine by the glass, and the chain’s usual margarita lineup. A drink plus an entree typically hits the $25–$30 range per person before tax and tip. Morning travelers may see limited bar service depending on Ohio alcohol rules, so don’t count on a 7 a.m. margarita before that first bank of flights.
Practical tip: Sit at the bar if you’re solo and under an hour from departure; it’s usually faster to get a burger and a drink there than waiting on a full table turn in the main dining area by the T gates.