Pre-security sports bar option before TSA at CMH
Outside security in Terminal T at John Glenn Columbus International, Eddie George’s Grille 27 fills the pre-checkpoint gap for a sit-down American meal. It runs on a local sports-bar theme tied to the former Ohio State star, but you won’t find many up-to-date flyers talking about it, good or bad. Figure on mid-range pricing (about $$ territory), with burgers, wings, and sandwiches built for a 30–45 minute stop before you line up for TSA.
The menu leans standard American: think burgers around the mid-teens, shareable appetizers, and the Corner Deli sandwich as the headliner. That sandwich is the safest bet if you only want to order once and move on; it shows up consistently in airport menus and usually lands in the $13–$17 range depending on add-ons. Portions tend to run larger than the grab-and-go options nearer to the ticketing counters.
Because it sits before security, Eddie George’s Grille 27 works best if you’re at CMH early by 45–60 minutes and don’t want to eat inside T. You can’t walk back out here after TSA, so this is a one-shot decision. It’s also one of the few places in the public area where you can sit with a beer and watch a game on TV without committing to bar pricing inside the gate area.
There isn’t much recent buzz from frequent flyers: no consistent raves, but also no flood of complaints about service times or cold food. Treat it like a basic sports bar that happens to sit in an airport lobby, not a destination. If your group includes non-fliers dropping you off, this is a practical spot for one last drink and meal together before you split for security.
Tip: Start your check-in and bag drop first, then eat here; you won’t be able to see TSA lines from your seat, so pad in at least 25–30 minutes to clear security in Terminal T after you pay the bill.
Corner Deli sandwich