A stack of ribs covered with glistening barbecue sauce rests among a table of sides and a warm, brick backdrop at Tom, Dick &n Hank BBQ in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Top 15 Restaurants Near the Atlanta Airport

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Just landed at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, or killing time before take-off? Don’t just rely on TSA-approved food options. The ATL Airport District has plenty of restaurants nearby. It’s global food with Southern hospitality.

Bole Ethiopian Restaurant's offers mouthwatering platters in Atlanta, Georgia. The platter pictured here offers a variety of colorful Ethiopian entrees, sides, and sauces with injera, an Ethiopian flatbread.

1804 Pizza Bar & Lounge: Union City’s 1804 offers an original menu of authentic Haitian cuisine paired with creatively topped pizzas, just minutes away from baggage claim.

Airport View Restaurant: Head here to keep an eye on the runway before your flight. Their cafeteria-style “meat and two-veg” menu offers generous portions at affordable prices.

Bole Ethiopian Restaurant: Their spice-rich menu accommodates vegans, vegetarians, and meat-lovers. Try the traditional Taste of Bole Sample Platter and the sweet, delicious honey wine.

Brake Pad: This converted gas station in College Park has the best fire-grilled burger in town! Their menu is full of American fare with flair. It’s hip, without the attitude.

Corner Grille: The best place for upscale Cajun food in an historic, yet modern setting. The original building was St. John’s Episcopal Church in 1906 and is now a cozy and casual dining room.

Chick-fil-A Dwarf House: You can order your favorite chicken sandwich in drive-thrus nationwide, but Hapeville, GA is where they first developed and perfected The Original Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich.

This crab cake benedict from Folk Art in Atlanta, Georgia features a toasted English muffin topped with a bed of greens, crab cake, perfectly poached egg, and hollandaise sauce.

Folk Art: Enjoy breakfast whatever time you land – their menu is chock full of delicious brunch items. The quirky interior features work from local artists, and the friendly servers help you feel just as caffeinated as their double shot espresso.

Hapeville Pizza Company: You’ve heard of NY and Chicago-style pizzas. Meet pizza made Hapeville-style! HPC has unique Atlanta flavors, like the popular Lemon Pepper Chicken.

The Historic Green Manor: For comfort food that always satisfies, visit The Green Manor and fill your plate! Union City’s historic Southern buffet has a menu that changes daily.

Manchester Arms Pub: Whether you’re flying in from across the pond or across the country, visiting Manchester Arms Pub will seem like you’ve landed right at home. They serve UK comfort food with a Southern twist.

Mamí’s La Cubana: Customers rave about the authenticity of the Cuban food and coffee at this hidden gem. Mamí’s delights patrons with their flavorful and generous portions, all prepared with love.

Noodle: Noodle offers diners an array of Asian food options to choose from – like Vietnamese pho, Chinese Kung Pao, Korean bulgogi BBQ, Japanese udon, and more.

Paper Plane: This neighborhood Thai restaurant features local beer, craft cocktails, and plenty of dishes that definitely beat airline food. The weekend menu serves American brunch classics served with a Thai twist.

Pit Boss BBQ: Make a pit-stop for some Southern smoked ribs, cornbread, and genuine hospitality. It’s many frequent flyers’ favorite spot to return to each time they visit.

Tom, Dick & Hank BBQ: The Southside has no lack of smokey, spice-rubbed meats. Enjoy signature seasoning, sauce, and happy hour specials that will have you hoping your flight gets delayed.

There’s no need to limit your culinary options when you visit the ATL Airport District!