Gate-side supplies in Terminal A
This Hudson News in Terminal A sits airside, so you reach it after security and a few minutes’ walk from the A gates. It runs most of the day, typically opening before the first 6:00 a.m. departures and staying open until late-evening bank flights finish. Expect standard airport pricing: bottled water around $4, candy bars near $3, and basic travel-size toiletries in the $3–$7 range.
You get the usual Hudson mix: national magazines, paperbacks, and newspapers plus grab-and-go snacks. Single-serve chips, nuts, and protein bars sit near the front coolers, while cold drinks fill full-height fridges along one wall. Coffee comes from a counter machine, with self-serve cups and lids; figure $3–$4 for a regular 12–16 oz. If you forgot a charging cable, you’ll see generic USB-C and Lightning cords hanging near the register.
Food-wise, it leans on packaged goods only, so don’t expect made-to-order sandwiches or hot breakfast like you might find at a full café elsewhere in IAH’s A, B, or C terminals. Pre-made sandwiches and salads, when stocked, usually sit in a small refrigerated case by the drinks. They’re fine in a pinch, but plan to pay $8–$12 for anything resembling a meal.
Best use of this Hudson: quick top-up before short hops on United Express or other regional flights from Terminal A. Grab water, a snack, and a cheap paperback in one pass. One tip: check prices on headphones and cables against what you remember from home—if it feels steep, stick to the snacks and magazines instead.