Slice of Sbarro in TIJ’s Main Terminal
This Sbarro sits airside in the Main Terminal at General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (TIJ), on the departures level near several other fast-food spots. You’ll see the usual Sbarro counter setup with pizzas in the display case and a small seating area shared with neighboring outlets.
Menu is the standard US-style lineup: whole pies and large by-the-slice options, plus pasta plates and basic salads. Expect cheese or pepperoni slices in the MXN $70–$90 range, with combo meals (slice, side, drink) creeping closer to MXN $150–$180 depending on add-ons. Portions run large enough that one slice and a drink works as a full pre-flight meal.
Service pace tracks flight waves: in the morning and late evening, staff usually turn orders in under 5–10 minutes, while mid-day departures can push waits closer to 15 minutes, especially when people order multiple whole pizzas. If you’re on a CBX connection and already checked in, factor in that extra 10-minute buffer so you’re not standing in line at boarding time.
Best bets are the simple pies: cheese, pepperoni, or a veggie slice that’s just been pulled from the oven. Pasta and baked ziti tend to sit longer in the warmer, and you’ll notice the texture drop-off if you catch them near the end of a batch. Drinks are standard fountain sodas and bottled water, with refills only on the fountain side.
Payment is straightforward: cash in Mexican pesos and major cards are accepted, but contactless terminals occasionally glitch during peak periods, adding a few minutes while staff rerun transactions. Prices are clearly listed on overhead boards, so you can decide quickly and keep the line moving.
Tip: Scan the display case before queuing; pick whatever tray just hit the counter so your slice is hot, not lukewarm.