Where To Eat In The ATL Airport District

Pit Boss BBQ

Bold, smoky Southern BBQ done right. The 3-meat sampler is the best move to try out this restaurant. We love the spare ribs, brisket, and sausage, and like to pair it with potato salad and baked beans for the full experience. Casual spot, big portions, and no fluff—just good BBQ with a down home backyard feel.

The Breakfast Boys

Brunch vibes with style! Jerk chicken & sweet potato waffles are our go-to every time. The catfish, shrimp, & grits are a fan fave too. With multiple seating areas and mimosa flights, this is a top spot for groups and good music. Sitting out front definitely gives Miami day party.

Party of 5

Great place for soul food and happy hour! Their fried chicken with mac and cheese & cabbage along with their whole fried snapper plate is highly recommended. Come through after work for $5 lemon drops and discounted honey Hennessy jumbo shrimp. It’s giving Sunday dinner, all week long, but on the weekends their brunch menu steals the show with carrot cake waffles and whole snapper & grits.

Johnny's World Famous Chicken & Waffles

This place lets you build your own combo—choose your chicken and your waffle! We prefer the traditional route and love the fried wings with a classic waffle. Not into waffles? Get the creamy grits and add your preferred protein. Bonus: it’s co-owned by Ne-Yo, so expect style and flavor every time.

Bole Ethiopian Restaurant

Rich in culture and flavor. The Bole combination and veggie platters are both sharable and satisfying. You’ll love the colorful injera spreads and cozy vibe, whether you dine inside or on their huge front porch. A top spot for flavorful East African eats in the city.

Zubi’s Taco Kitchen

Afro-Mexican fusion with flavor that hits every time. Their jerk chicken tacos with mango slaw are a crowd favorite, and the elote street corn is a low-key sleeper hit. Though they’re active in the pop-up and festival scene, their College Park location is home base. Expect bold seasoning, good music, and a creative menu that brings new energy to taco night. Follow them for event drops and seasonal specials.

Hapeville Pizza Company

Brick oven pizza with an ATL twist. Creative pies like “The Tri-Cities,” “Baggage Claim,” and “Virginia Park” pay tribute to the neighborhood & location, with toppings like lemon pepper and BBQ chicken keeping things flavorful. The wings? A must—especially the honey hot, spicy jerk, and teriyaki. While it leans takeout, the food always delivers big flavor and hometown pride. Perfect for grabbing a bite before the airport or kicking back with friends.

The Corner Grille

Creole comfort at its finest. The salmon egg rolls are a hit, but the pork chop with creamy mashed potatoes steals the show. Chill vibe, great service, and a menu that keeps locals coming back. This restaurant is a staple in the College Park community.

Buttersweet Bakery

Owned by the talented Charlita, this Black woman-owned bakery is a go-to for Southern sweetness. Her pound cakes, cupcakes, and homemade cookies are local favorites, but it’s the layered specialty cakes—like red velvet, key lime, and strawberry—that keep folks coming back. Everything is made with love and lots of flavor. Whether you're stopping by for a single treat or ordering a full dessert table, Buttersweet always comes through!

Bakes by Drae

Andrae Jones and his mom have built a bakery that’s all about legacy, flavor, and family. We highly recommend the red velvet cheesecake, hummingbird cake, and giant cookies! From the customer service to the taste, it’s obvious that everything is made with love. You’ll often find Drae behind the counter, greeting customers like family. This is more than dessert—it’s a neighborhood go-to where the sweets are just as memorable as the people.