Gate-side Tex-Mex chain option in Terminal 3
Chili's Too sits airside in Terminal 3 at Fort Lauderdale (FLL), a recognizable stop if you want table service before flights on airlines like American. It runs through typical daytime hours, roughly from early morning departures into the late-evening bank, so you can usually sit down for a burger or fajitas without leaving your gate area for long.
Menu is classic Chili’s: burgers around $15–$18, chicken tenders in the same range, fajitas a bit higher, plus margaritas and draft beer. Portions run large for an airport, and the chips and salsa are still one of the cheaper shareable options if you just need a snack before a 2–3 hour hop. Expect the usual chain Tex‑Mex flavor profile, nothing regional or FLL‑specific.
Service speed in Terminal 3 matters if you’re on 45–60 minute turns, and Chili’s Too is hit-or-miss depending on how many gates are boarding at once. Bar seats often get faster attention than the booths, and a solo at the bar can usually be in and out in about 30–40 minutes with one entree and one drink. Large groups near peak afternoon departures should budget closer to an hour.
Prices track with airport inflation: domestic beer pours land in the $9–$12 range, mixed drinks are higher, and adding guac or extra sides pushes a basic order over $20 quickly. If you just want something quick, the burger, fries, and a soft drink tend to be the most predictable combo in both cost and timing. There’s no dedicated power at every table, so charge up at the gate in Terminal 3 before you sit.
Tip: If your flight from Terminal 3 boards in under 45 minutes, skip a full sit-down and order at the bar or pivot to a grab-and-go spot closer to your exact gate number.