BrewDog opened in Concourse B at CMH this past spring. In case you haven’t traveled through the airport lately to check it out, we tried it for you! Here’s a preview of their menu and some airport staff picks:
Buffalo chicken bites: boneless wings, buffalo sauce, blue cheese dip
Lindsay: I love a buffalo sauce/blue cheese combo but I don’t love meat on a bone, so these were good. Pretty straightforward, like a chicken nugget tossed in sauce. Which I like. There were plenty for us to share and they came with celery.
Kati: I know most people like bone-in, but boneless is the way to go! The buffalo sauce had a nice kick. Nothing too fancy – just good old-fashioned pub grub.
Troy: Honestly, these were more breading than chicken. But the buffalo sauce was on-point. Yum!
Giant soft pretzel: soft pretzel, beer cheese, honey mustard, and pickle chips (maybe?)
Kati: I love a good pretzel. This definitely delivered! Plus, honey mustard is good with everything.
Troy: Giant is an understatement. Really soft, really good pretzel. I was surprised by the honey mustard sauce. That’s not something I’d usually consider accompanying a pretzel, but it was yummy!
Lindsay: This thing was bigger than the plate and came with beer cheese sauce and honey mustard sauce. I’m not a honey mustard person but that sauce was the better one. According to the menu, the pretzel also comes with pickle chips but ours didn’t unless Troy or Kati took them when I wasn’t looking.
Cheese steak: shaved roast beef, melted provolone, caramelized onion, soft roll, and seasoned kettle chips
Lindsay: This was my favorite thing on the menu. Hot and melty, it tasted like a French dip. Brioche buns can be overkill sometimes but this beefy goodness needed that substance. Recommend!
Kati: This was my absolute favorite! It’s the messy, cheesy goodness I want when I’m about to go on vacation and all rules are out the window. The caramelized onions made the whole thing. It’s definitely a must-get.
Troy: The best thing we tried today. A really good, messy sandwich! I’ll order this again (and again).
Classic cheeseburger: all-beef patty, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, brioche bun, with seasoned kettle chips
Troy: A basic (BIG) burger. Pro-tip: ask for mayo, ketchup, and mustard. It doesn’t come with any of these classic condiments.
Lindsay: The burger was large and in charge and was pretty much a run-of-the-mill burger. No complaints. I wouldn’t mind a different side next time. Or maybe no side. It was huge.
Kati: Sometimes you just want a classic, no-frills burger, and this is it. I agree with Troy and Lindsay, a few more toppings would make it even better.
Grilled chicken avocado: fire-braised chicken, jack cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, CMH sauce, brioche bun, with seasoned kettle chips.
Troy: Mehhh. I think this was my least favorite sandwich. It was fine. Next time I’ll skip the guacamole and add mayo.
Lindsay: I ate this and still could not tell you what CMH sauce is. I don’t particularly like avocado so I was going to pick it off but it was more like a spread or guacamole, so I just had to eat it. Oh, maybe that was the CMH sauce. Mystery solved? The chicken was cooked well though and the bun was toasted which is always a plus.
Kati: I’ve had this one a few times and each time it hits the spot. If you want a grilled chicken sandwich with bacon (who doesn’t?!) this is a good choice.
Also on the menu: loaded nachos topped with beef chili, chili, Caesar salad (can add salmon or chicken for a small upcharge), chicken quesadilla, an Impossible burger (a vegetarian fave!), and of course beer, wine, and cocktails.
Other local favorites featured at CMH include:
- American Craft Tavern – the one and only location is at CMH (Concourse C) and features flatbreads, salads, and more – including a breakfast quesadilla.
- Bob Evans – breakfast and lunch on the go.
- Charleys Philly Steaks – headquartered in Columbus, the CMH location’s menu includes a variety of subs and loaded fries.
- Donatos – hometown fave Donatos has two locations at CMH and even serves breakfast!
- Eddie George’s Grille 27 – OSU legend opened this restaurant in Concourse B about 10 years ago; employees recommend the sweet potato fries.
- Hangar 815 – Taking its name from the H in CMH (Columbus Municipal Hangar) and the airport’s elevation above sea level, our favorite offering at this pre-security restaurant and bar is the patty melt.
- Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams – With four vending machines throughout the airport, satisfying your ice cream craving could not be easier; staff pick: Brown Butter Almond Brittle.
- Land-Grant Brewing Company – Eight craft beers on tap go great with their flatbreads.
See all we have to offer on our dining page.
What else to know about CMH food and beverage:
- Skip the line – you can now order ahead at any airport Starbucks location using the app. (Kati: this saved me so much time when I traveled out at 8 a.m. a few weeks ago!)Â
- Get your alcohol to-go – sip your drink right at your gate (but remember, alcohol is not allowed to be taken onto your aircraft).
