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Summary:

Orlando International Airport (MCO) is saying goodbye to its Chili’s Grill & Bar location. The restaurant, a favorite for 22 years, will close permanently on December 31, 2025, and be replaced with a new dining option.

News Article:

Orlando International Airport Bids Farewell to Longtime Chili’s Restaurant

ORLANDO, Fla. (WKMG) – Travelers passing through Orlando International Airport (MCO) will soon have one less dining option. Airport officials announced today that the Chili’s Grill & Bar location within MCO will permanently close its doors on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.

The airport acknowledged the restaurant’s long-standing popularity in a statement, saying, “We know Chili’s Grill & Bar is a longtime favorite for so many travelers…Over the years, you’ve eaten countless gallons of queso and more. Now, it’s bittersweet to say goodbye.”

The MCO Chili’s, which opened around 2002, has served passengers for over two decades. Airport officials are currently considering various options to replace the space, but no specific details about the new tenant have been released. As of January 1, 2026, Chili’s will no longer be operating at the airport.

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