The ATL Airport District is home to a vibrant culinary scene with an impressive array of Black-owned restaurants just minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. While this post highlights 25 standout eateries, it’s by no means an exhaustive list - in fact, it's less than half! Whether you’re craving classic Southern comfort food, vegan delights, or globally-inspired dishes, the District has a diverse assortment guaranteed to satisfy any palate. Let’s dive in!
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1804 Pizza Bar & Lounge
📍6335 Roosevelt Hwy, Union City, GA 30291
By combining authentic Haitian flavors with classic pizza bases, 1804 in Union City offers truly unique fusion food you never knew you needed. While you can definitely dine out on traditional Haitian dishes like Tasso Kabrit Konple (fried goat with sides of rice, beans, and plantains) or Pwason Fri Komple (fried whole snapper with a side of spicy pikliz), don't sleep on the Oxtail or Tasso Turkey pizza. Come for the food, stay for the vibes. The bar is complete with craveable cocktails, premium hookahs are available, and they often have live music or karaoke.
Aye Tea Elle
📍3755 College St, College Park, GA 30337
A trio of childhood friends opened Aye Tea Elle in College Park to give Southsiders a chic, upscale dining experience without having to go downtown or to Buckhead. Open on weekends for brunch, dinner, comedy, and karaoke nights, their menu is full of tasty elevated tapas that pair perfectly with their selection of craft cocktails...which may just leave you feeling brave enough to step up to the mic.
Bakes by Drae
📍1860 Harvard Ave, College Park, GA 30337
Satisfy your sweet tooth in College Park with a stop at Bakes by Drae. Located in a cozy space just off Downtown College Park's Main Street, you'll find a delicious assortment of goodies, from creative cakes (the banana pudding pound cake is *chef's kiss*), brownies, cinnamon rolls, cookies, and even vegan options. Stop by and treat yourself Friday - Sunday!
Bole Ethiopian Restaurant
📍1583 Virginia Ave, College Park, GA 30337
Since opening its doors in 2010, Bole Ethiopian Restaurant has proudly offered vibrant flavors and a lively, cultural experience to guests, serving authentic Ethiopian dishes to the College Park community. Many of their dishes are meant to be shared, like their Taste of Bole Platter: A mix of their greatest hits, including Kitfo, Doro Wot, Shirro, Veggies, Beef Awaze Tibs and Lamb Tibs.
The Breakfast Boys
📍3387 Main St, College Park, GA 30337
Located in College Park, The Breakfast Boys offers an all-day brunch experience that combines inventive dishes with an inclusive, lively atmosphere. Their menu features unique takes on breakfast classics, such as Catfish and Grits or Jerk Chicken with Sweet Potato Waffles. The vibrant ambiance and creative cuisine make it a must-visit spot for brunch enthusiasts.
Buttermilk Biscuit
📍1634 Virginia Ave, College Park, GA 30337
Buttermilk Biscuit ATL in College Park is a welcoming spot serving Southern-inspired breakfast and lunch dishes featuring their signature buttery, flaky biscuits baked fresh daily. Here they "count memories, not calories." Menu highlights include classics like deviled eggs, buttermilk pancake stack, and Nashville hot chicken, offering a satisfying taste of the Southside's favorite flavors.
Buttersweet Bakery
📍625 N Central Ave, Hapeville, GA 30354
Buttersweet Bakery is the sweetest resident in Historic Downtown Hapeville, offering a vast menu of gourmet treats crafted with love. Pastry Chef Charlita Varner creates everything from traditional desserts to custom wedding cakes, delighting both individuals and corporate clients. Stop by often—you might even have a treat named after you!
The Dining Experience
📍8420 Senoia Rd Ste. 201, Fairburn, GA 30213
Hosting a brunch in Fairburn with friends or family for a special occasion? Reserve a table at The Dining Experience - or rent the whole venue! This charming Southern eatery is the perfect place to gather loved ones for a memorable meal. Indulge in their tender bone-in Lamb Chops & Waffle, Salmon Croquette Platter, or skip straight to their fried apple pie for dessert! They have plenty of classic down-home sides and even offer catering.
Hapeville Pizza Company
📍626 S Central Ave, Hapeville, GA 30354
A local favorite for carryout pizza and wings, Hapeville Pizza Company is known for its fresh, high-quality ingredients and excellent service. The pizza dough and sauce are made daily and they often sell out before 8 PM—a testament to their popularity. With speciality pies like the Lemon Pepper Chicken, the Aviator, and the Hapeville Hottie, it's easy to see why the ATL Airport District has embraced our resident pizza terminal.
Johnny’s Chicken and Waffles
📍3725 Main St, College Park, GA 30337
Atlanta natives Chef Crystal Smith, Ne-Yo and Karlie Redd, opened Johnny’s Chicken and Waffles in December 2020, bringing signature Southern food to the College Park community. With options like Johnny’s Famous chicken & waffles (choose from buttermilk, red velvet, strawberry, pecan and more!), brioche French toast logs, and triple decker grilled cheese sandwiches, you can’t go wrong – and will always leave wishing you had room for more.
Kiss My Gritz Breakfast House
📍6000 Renaissance Pkwy, Fairburn, GA 30213
Here in "the Grits Belt," we take breakfast seriously, and our hospitality sometimes comes with a side of sass. Kiss My Gritz in Fairburn offers the hearty Southern staple with a bevy of different protein options, including catfish, lobster, salmon, shrimp, and even oxtail. In the mood for something sweet? Enjoy the comforting flavors of pancakes, waffles, beignets, double carrot cake or key lime pie.
Kula Bowls by Icey Chicks
📍615 N Central Ave, Hapeville, GA 30354
What began as the owner's teenage daughter's summer project has flourished into a thriving brick-and-mortar business in Hapeville. Located inside Chapman Drugs, Kula Bowls by Icey Chicks offers a variety of healthy bowls, shakes and toasts. Choose from a variety of fruity bases, mix in your choice of seed, spices or protein powders, and top it all off with wholesome granola, honey, peanut butter and more!
Lickety Split Southern Kitchen and Bar
📍1155 Virginia Ave Suite F, Hapeville, GA 30354
Hapeville’s Lickety Split specializes in homestyle Southern fare, featuring family recipes from owner Melissa Harris. Combining comfort food and warm hospitality, Lickety Split aims to wow diners with Southern staples like fried chicken, smoked brisket and perfectly seasoned pork chops.
Mack Vegan
📍5851 Buffington Rd Suite J, Union City, GA 30291
Ever heard of vegan Caribbean cuisine? After eating at Mack Vegan in Union City, you won't be able to stop talking about it! Their flaky spinach patties, spicy Jerk chicken tofu and hearty I-tal stew are second to none. The friendly staff can also make recommendations for a healthy fruiti moss or handmade juice or smoothie to start your day off right.
Nouveau Bar & Grill
📍3775 Main St, College Park, GA 30337
Owner Ebony Austin combined her experience in marketing and real estate to bring Nouveau Bar & Grill to life. Alongside incredible food and drinks (seriously, we don't have space to call out all of the incredible menu items), Nouveau hosts weekly karaoke on Friday nights and their legendary Mimosa Jams every Sunday, bringing energy and excitement to the College Park community. Enjoy your lunch, brunch, or dinner in their main dining room, on their vibrant patio, or up on the beautiful rooftop.
Party of 5 by MetroWest
📍1644 Virginia Ave Suite B, College Park, GA 30337
Party of 5 is a family-owned Southern boutique restaurant known for exceptional service and their specialty dish, the fried whole red snapper meal. The menu also includes flavorful options like brown sugar glazed salmon and fried chicken with macaroni and cheese. With happy hour specials during the week and a Sunday brunch menu, Party of 5 is a perfect spot for everyone to come connect over a delicious meal, whether it's a casual night out or a special occasion.
Pit Boss BBQ
📍800 Doug Davis Dr, Hapeville, GA 30354
Featured on Hulu’s Eater’s Guide to the World, Pit Boss has been serving authentic Southern barbecue since 2008. As a renowned favorite in Hapeville, known for their slow-smoked ribs, brisket sandwiches and smoked wings, there's often a line that's worth waiting in. Check out their menu and see for yourself why people keep coming back, year after year.
T's Brunch Bar
📍3699 Main St, College Park, GA 30337
T's Brunch Bar in College Park is owner Teneshia Murray Butler's newest location. The entrepreneur is heavily involved in the day to day operations of her restaurants and loves pouring her heart into the creation and promotion of her menu items. Favorites include chicken and cinnamon roll biscuits, oxtail omelettes, and a specialty for Atlanta natives - The MARTA, which lets you choose your waffle: original, blueberry, strawberry, red velvet, pecan, or sweet potato, and comes with catfish, grits, and jumbo shrimp. Pair your meal with a signature mocktail for the perfect sip with every bite.
The Real Milk & Honey
📍3719 Main St, College Park, GA 30337
Located in the heart of Historic College Park, The Real Milk and Honey has been a brunch favorite since its establishment in 2019. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and over-the-top brunch menu rich with Creole influences, this spot offers dishes like deep-fried salmon hash, shrimp and grits, and the lobster, egg, and cheese biscuit. Come by for their weekly specials or to catch the game - every Monday night is football night (just another Southern tradition for ya).
This Is It! Southern Kitchen and Bar-B-Q
📍3920 Jonesboro Rd, Union City, GA 30291
Known as the "King of Tips," This Is It! BBQ & Seafood in Union City earns rave reviews for its tender ribs, flavorful collard greens, and creamy mac and cheese. Expect generous portions and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re looking for a hearty takeout meal or a satisfying dine-in experience, This Is It! lives up to its name.
Tom, Dick & Hank
📍3807 Main St, College Park, GA 30337
Hank Johnson redefines traditional dishes by adding a soul food twist. Pairing his passion for backyard barbecue with creative flavor profiles, Tom, Dick & Hank in College Park is known for its smoked wings, pulled pork, barbecued crab legs, and mac & cheese. Travelers who come in to dine are often reluctant to fly home once they realize that TD&H is only available right here in the District.
Tropical Cuisine
📍4899 Old National Hwy, College Park, GA 30337
Tropical Cuisine serves Caribbean dishes with an international twist, with options like curried chicken, vegetable roti and curried goat. Plus, with seafood, pasta, salads, and wraps, there's something for everyone. All food is fresh and cooked to order, so enjoy their lunch specials in their relaxed, comfortable dining room, or order something to-go. Whatever you do, don't leave without picking out a dessert!
Unbelievegan
📍7000 Renaissance Pkwy, Fairburn, GA 30213
Welcome to the only 100% plant-based restaurant in Fairburn! This family-owned spot offers lunch, brunch, and dinner in a dining room meant for folks to gather around a wholesome meal in support of a healthy lifestyle. Unbelievegan has converted many meat-eaters into full-fledged veggie enthusiasts and is a hit for locals and travelers alike, with some describing it as "vegan soul food."
Wrap-a-Lot
📍2051 Godby Rd, College Park, GA 30349
Featuring wraps, salads, rice bowls, alkaline lemonade and fruit smoothies, Wrap-a-Lot is proud to serve health-minded dining options to the College Park community. In fact, community engagement is one of their core values and they are often involved in serving their neighbors in and outside of the restaurant.
Zubi's Taco Kitchen
📍1509 Virginia Ave Suite C, College Park, GA 30337
Zubi’s Taco Kitchen is a taco lover’s paradise, offering an array of creative tacos flavors, including several vegan options. Stop by for their daily happy hour from 4PM - 7PM, featuring $8 margaritas and $4 Tex-Mex street tacos. They’ve recently expanded their outdoor seating area, making it an even better spot to enjoy flavorful tacos and refreshing cocktails with friends.
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