Dining Near The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
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Situated between the Tri-Cities, Hapeville, College Park and East Point, the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International airport is surrounded by diverse cultures and growing food scenes. With a wide range of cuisines, from traditional Southern to Mexican to all-day brunch spots, there are options for every palate and craving.
For those catching a flight or landing in the area, there are plenty of options to cure the pre or post-flight hunger, and for locals home to the area, there are tons of everyday spots for having a quick bite. Scroll to see some of the best restaurants neighboring the airport many of which are hidden gems.
Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar
Serving low-country inspired dishes like crab rice and Gullah egg rolls, Virgil’s is a must-stop if you’re in the tri-cities area. A crowd favorite for a reason, the owners of the restaurant have expanded, opening a nearby brunch spot.
Apron
Apron, an all-day restaurant, overlooking a Porsche private racetrack and the ATL runway, is the perfect spot to hang out before catching a flight. Serving modern and innovative Southern dishes, the establishment, located in the Kimpton Overlook hotel, also features a covered rooftop lounge, perfect for a pre-flight cocktail.
Volare Wine & Bistro
One of the more upscale options neighboring the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport, Hapeville’s Volare features an elegant ambience and contemporary Southern-French dishes. The spot is a great date-night location or solo option if you’re craving fancier fare.
Pit Boss BBQ
Home to locals, Delta employees, and visitors coming to and from the airport, pit boss BBQ serves authentic southern barbecue. The establishment is known for its smoked wings, which are dry-rubbed overnight and then smoked on oak and hickory woods.
Arches Brewing
If you’re more interested in the beverage menu than the food, Arches Brewing in Hapeville is the place for you. Serving a wide variety of lagers and IPAs, Arches Brewing is a haven for craft beer enthusiasts.
The spot also features different food trucks throughout the week, for a casual and fun dining experience.
Hattie Marie's Texas Style BBQ & Cajun Kitchen
Serving up good-old fashioned Texas-style barbeque, this College Park gem is known for its pit-smoked brisket and other dishes like fried catfish and pork ribs. A testament to how good the food is, the owners have a second location in Decatur and another expected to open in Decatur.
The Real Milk & Honey
Located just north of College Park, this all-day brunch spot is known for its southern breakfast fare. If you’re looking to order classic dishes like biscuits and gravy, shrimp and grits and french toast, this is one of Atlanta’s most renowned southern brunch spots.
Whether you’re a local or traveling to and from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on business, the tri-cities have a wide range of dining options, from fast casual to fine dining. If you’re interested in learning more about what the lively areas of Hapeville, College Park and East Point have to offer, visit our additional blog articles.
Adapted from Atlanta Eater.
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