Concourse A is where Great American Steakburger shows up as the local pick.
You’ll find it airside in Terminal A, past security, sharing the concourse with the usual national brands but flying the El Paso flag instead. It’s a sit‑down spot with table service and a full burger menu, not a grab‑and‑go counter. Price tier sits in the midrange $$ category, with burgers and fries landing around typical airport pricing rather than downtown El Paso levels.
The hook here is the local Great American Steakburger name, which regulars use when they want something that started in El Paso instead of another chain like Burger King. Expect standard steakburgers, fries, and a few sides; reviews highlight the burger as “fine,” not a destination meal. Portion size gets called out as smaller than at city locations, so don’t expect the same plate you’d get on Mesa Street.
On the money side, multiple Google and Yelp reviewers mention that burgers feel a couple of dollars higher than at standalone Great American spots in town. That’s normal airport markup, but it stings more when you know a comparable combo runs cheaper off‑airport. Figure on paying full airport prices for something that tastes like a solid fast‑casual burger rather than a steakhouse splurge.
Timing matters here: several travelers report slow service around the lunch rush, roughly 11:30–13:30, especially when two or more flights out of A board close together. With a 45‑minute layover you’re rolling the dice on a sit‑down order if the dining room looks even half full. Morning hours are typically quieter, and you can get in and out closer to fast‑food speed.
Tip: if your gate is in Terminal B and you still want this local option, walk over early, eat in A, and give yourself at least 15–20 minutes to get back before boarding starts.