How Many Food Halls Are In Atlanta?

Atlanta food halls are being constructed here, there and everywhere around Georgia’s largest city. Why? Because Atlantans love to eat and go out to experience new foods, cuisine and more.

How Many Food Halls Does Atlanta Have?

But just how many food halls does Atlanta have? We count 12 of them in the city proper, stretching from downtown Atlanta to Cobb County and even North Fulton County. They are:

  • Halidom Eatery
  • Ponce City Market
  • Krog Street Market
  • Marietta Square Market
  • Politan Row (Colony Square)
  • Politan Row at Ashford Lane (Dunwoody)
  • The Market Hall At Halcyon (Alpharetta)
  • Chattahoochee Food Works
  • Collective Food Hall at the Coda
  • Sweet Auburn Curb Market
  • Lee & White
  • Underground Atlanta
  • Citizens Market
  • Roswell Junction (Roswell)

Atlanta’s food hall appeal started in 2014 with the opening of Ponce City Market. Since then, several new food hall projects have emerged in the metro area.

Here Are All The Atlanta Food Halls

Food halls are a European invention, particularly British, consisting of a mix of artisan eateries, markets, butcher shops and other food boutiques.

Roswell Junction

Photo credit: Roswell Junction

The Atlanta Street Redevelopment project has added a food hall to the slate. Roswell Junction will offer a smorgasbord of food choices of area residents. The development will house eight unique food concepts, three separate bars including an indoor/outdoor bar, a large patio and music bandstand.

What Eateries Are At Roswell Junction? Eight food stalls are in place, including Pretty Little Tacos, Buena Papi and Cleaver Co. Learn more about Roswell Junction.

Halidom Eatery

The Halidom food hall’s May 24 opening heralds another place to eat for city residents, this time on the east side.

What Restaurants Are At Halidom?

  • Luze Mexicano Cucino
  • Mad Dad Phillys cheesesteaks
  • Press Waffle Co.
  • Locale Island Eats
  • Luco’s Brooklyln Pizza
  • Mango Indian Grill
  • Wasabi Sushi & Ramen
  • The French Fry Specialist
  • Deallo’s Seafood
  • Grind Time Coffee Co.
  • Just Dogs ATL
  • Bar La Rose

Check out Halidom Eatery in East Atlanta.

Ponce City Market

675 Ponce de Leon Ave., NE, Atlanta, GA

The Old Sears Roebuck Building is Midtown Atlanta’s crown jewel now, when it comes to development.

What’s Inside Ponce City Market?

The historic mixed-used development on Ponce De Leon Avenue on one side and North Avenue on the other is full of boutiques and offices.

Some notable retailers are:

  • J Crew
  • Karoo
  • Lily Rain
  • Lululemon
  • Mac Cosmetics
  • Ponce Denim Company
  • Pressbox
  • Rye 51
  • Sephora

Take a look at all the retailers here.

But it is Ponce City Market’s food hall that is the talk of the town. It marquee location is bolstered by the Atlanta Beltline in the Old Fourth Ward. Once Ponce City Market took off, another food hall was planned…

Does Ponce City Market Have Wifi?

Ponce City Market does have Wifi and it’s free. You can access the network if you’re on the floor and second level of the dining hall.

As you climb up the building, other wireless networks become apparent but they are not open networks.

Interested in going to PCM? Here’s everything you need to know.

Krog Street Market

99 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

Krog Street Market was an old decrepit warehouse that Tyler Perry turned into a cavernous studio before developers eyed it for a community space. With the success of Ponce City Market, developers saw this Old Fourth Ward spot as a perfect place for Krog Street Market.

Is Krog Market Safe?

Absolutely, Krog Market is safe. There have been no incidents that would cause concern about safety among customers.

To this point, there have been no high-profile incidents that would cause alarm related to safety.

What Is There To Do At Krog Street Market?

There’s plenty to do at Krog Street Market, especially if you’re hungry. Some places to eat include:

  • Bar Mercado
  • Fred’s Meat & Bread
  • Gus’ Dumplings
  • Hop City Bar & Wine Store
  • Jo Ho — Indian Gully Kitchen
  • Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
  • Makimono
  • Pho Nam
  • Recess
  • Richard’s
  • Superica
  • Suzy Siu Baos
  • The Little Tart Bake Shop
  • Ticonderoga Club
  • Varuni Napoli
  • Watchman’s
  • Xocolatl Chocolate Small Batch Chocolate
  • Yalla

Marietta Square Market

Photo credit: Arnaldo Aldana / UnSplash

In Cobb County, Marietta Square Market is the food hall to visit. There are fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers as well as restaurants to try. Learn more about Marietta Square Market.

Politan Row at Colony Square

Photo credit: The Wilbert Group

Politan Row opened in summer 2021 after much anticipation. The development had been delayed several times and even changed names. No matter the specifics, it was worth the wait.

Among the standout eateries is Locale Cafe, a Caribbean concept that serves jerk chicken and similar dishes. Here are some other restaurants there:

Here’s what to know about Politan Row.

Speaking of dining in Midtown, the best restaurants on the Beltline all have excellent customer service and food. What separates them from many of the other spots is that they’re on the urban playground called the Beltline.

The ATL has other cool eateries as well. If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants or Asian fare in Atlanta.

Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta

Politan Row at Ashford Lane (Dunwoody)

Politan Row at Ashford Lane is another food hall located in North Atlanta, Dunwoody to be exact.

The concept of the Atlanta food hall is having a moment. The city now has a stable of food halls that have opened or are planning to open  over the next year, including the Lee & White development in the city’s West End neighborhood.

How Many Food Halls Does Atlanta Have?

But just how many food halls does Atlanta have? We count 12 of them in the city proper, stretching from downtown Atlanta to Cobb County and even North Fulton County. They are:

  • Ponce City Market
  • Krog Street Market
  • Marietta Square Market
  • Politan Row (Colony Square)
  • Politan Row at Ashford Lane (Dunwoody)
  • The Market Hall At Halcyon (Alpharetta)
  • Chattahoochee Food Works
  • Collective Food Hall at the Coda
  • Sweet Auburn Curb Market
  • Lee & White
  • Underground Atlanta
  • Citizens Market

Atlanta’s food hall appeal started in 2014 with the opening of Ponce City Market. Since then, several new food hall projects have emerged in the metro area.

Here Are All The Atlanta Food Halls

Food halls are a European invention, particularly British, consisting of a mix of artisan eateries, markets, butcher shops and other food boutiques. The first in Atlanta was…

Ponce City Market

675 Ponce de Leon Ave., NE, Atlanta, GA

The Old Sears Roebuck Building is Midtown Atlanta’s crown jewel now, when it comes to development.

What’s Inside Ponce City Market?

The historic mixed-used development on Ponce De Leon Avenue on one side and North Avenue on the other is full of boutiques and offices.

Some notable retailers are:

  • J Crew
  • Karoo
  • Lily Rain
  • Lululemon
  • Mac Cosmetics
  • Ponce Denim Company
  • Pressbox
  • Rye 51
  • Sephora

Take a look at all the retailers here.

But it is Ponce City Market’s food hall that is the talk of the town. It marquee location is bolstered by the Atlanta Beltline in the Old Fourth Ward. Once Ponce City Market took off, another food hall was planned…

Does Ponce City Market Have Wifi?

Ponce City Market does have Wifi and it’s free. You can access the network if you’re on the floor and second level of the dining hall.

As you climb up the building, other wireless networks become apparent but they are not open networks.

Interested in going to PCM? Here’s everything you need to know.

Krog Street Market

99 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

Krog Street Market was an old decrepit warehouse that Tyler Perry turned into a cavernous studio before developers eyed it for a community space. With the success of Ponce City Market, developers saw this Old Fourth Ward spot as a perfect place for Krog Street Market.

Is Krog Market Safe?

Absolutely, Krog Market is safe. There have been no incidents that would cause concern about safety among customers.

To this point, there have been no high-profile incidents that would cause alarm related to safety.

What Is There To Do At Krog Street Market?

There’s plenty to do at Krog Street Market, especially if you’re hungry. Some places to eat include:

  • Bar Mercado
  • Fred’s Meat & Bread
  • Gus’ Dumplings
  • Hop City Bar & Wine Store
  • Jo Ho — Indian Gully Kitchen
  • Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
  • Makimono
  • Pho Nam
  • Recess
  • Richard’s
  • Superica
  • Suzy Siu Baos
  • The Little Tart Bake Shop
  • Ticonderoga Club
  • Varuni Napoli
  • Watchman’s
  • Xocolatl Chocolate Small Batch Chocolate
  • Yalla

Marietta Square Market

Photo credit: Arnaldo Aldana / UnSplash

In Cobb County, Marietta Square Market is the food hall to visit. There are fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers as well as restaurants to try. Learn more about Marietta Square Market.

Politan Row at Colony Square

Photo credit: The Wilbert Group

Politan Row opened in summer 2021 after much anticipation. The development had been delayed several times and even changed names. No matter the specifics, it was worth the wait.

Among the standout eateries is Locale Cafe, a Caribbean concept that serves jerk chicken and similar dishes. Here are some other restaurants there:

Here’s what to know about Politan Row.

Speaking of dining in Midtown, the best restaurants on the Beltline all have excellent customer service and food. What separates them from many of the other spots is that they’re on the urban playground called the Beltline.

The ATL has other cool eateries as well. If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants or Asian fare in Atlanta.

Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta

Politan Row at Ashford Lane (Dunwoody)

Another food hall in North Atlanta is Politan Row at Ashford Lane, located in Dunwoody.

Among the lineup of chef-driven restaurants you can expect now or in the near future at Politan Row at Ashford Lane are:

The Market Hall At Halcyon Alpharetta

The Market Hall at Halcyon has been in the works for a few years now after the success of Ponce City Market. It officially opened in 2019 right before the pandemic.

The 5-acre space offers residents of Alpharetta and nearby Forsyth County a place to shop, dine and get fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the week.

One place we love over there is the Downtown Alpharetta Farmers Market, which is typically open on Saturdays from April through November from 8:30am-1pm. You can’t miss it in the Alpharetta Town Green area at City Center in front of City Hall on North and South Broad Streets.

Chattahoochee Food Works

1235 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 

Chattahoochee Food Works has become a happening spot on the weekends when it comes to grabbing a bite in West Midtown.

Some notable eateries there are:

  • Brash Kitchen
  • Dutch & Chutney
  • Selvasana
  • Fox Bros. BBQ
  • It’s Baked Baby
  • Your 3rd Spot
  • Delilah’s Everyday Soul
  • LoRusso’s Italian Bottega
  • Hippie Hibachi
  • Grub Truck Stop
  • Cubanos ATL
  • Philly G Steaks

Collective Food Hall at the Coda

756 W Peachtree St NW #225, Atlanta, GA 30308

The Collective Food Hall at the Coda is one of newest food halls in Midtown Atlanta. While it doesn’t have as big a profile as some of the other intown food halls, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the many vegan and pescatarian options on the respective menus.

Some of the eateries in the establishment include:

  • El Burro Pollo
  • Poke Burri
  • Aviva by Kameel
  • Humble Mumble

Sweet Auburn Curb Market

209 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30303 

The Sweet Auburn Curb Market has been an Atlanta institution for more than 100 years. This is a central place to get fresh meats, produce and there’s also a slew of restaurants scattered across the place.

Here’s what one customer says about the Sweet Auburn Curb Market. “Seen this Market on TikTok multiple times and decide to make the Journey. Each stand provides organic foods with a fresh selection of fruit, vegetables and fresh cuts of meats. There’s also a host of herbs and spices for various cuisines. They also have a few restaurants fronts.”

Lee & White Food Hall

The impressive Lee & White development heralded the West End’s entry into happening places to eat with the opening of Boxcar. Now, the development has plans for a massive food hall set to open in early 2023 with at least 20 food stalls.

The food hall will sit alongside the Beltline’s Westside Trail and feature a bevy of breweries, gelato shops, restaurants, and retail shops.

Underground Atlanta

A 21-stall food hall is being planned for Underground Atlanta, in the city’s downtown, developers have announced.

While the food hall doesn’t have a name yet, it will be a mixed-use development, including a 28,000-square-foot food market curated by developer and businessman Robert Montwaid. The food hall is being built alongside a live music venue and a beauty boutique.

Citizens Market

Photo credit: Simon Properties

Citizens Market in Phipps Plaza opened to the public on April 27, 2023. The 25,000 square-foot food hall is the result of a partnership between C3 (Creating Culinary Communities), a global ghost kitchen platform and Legends, a data-intelligence firm.

Among the food spots you can try include:

  • Sam’s Crispy Chicken
  • Ella Mia
  • Sa’Moto
  • Soom Soom
  • Cicci Di Carne
  • El Pollo Verde
  • Krispy Rice
  • Umami Burger

The Market Hall At Halcyon Alpharetta

The Market Hall at Halcyon has been in the works for a few years now after the success of Ponce City Market. It officially opened in 2019 right before the pandemic.

The 5-acre space offers residents of Alpharetta and nearby Forsyth County a place to shop, dine and get fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the week.

One place we love over there is the Downtown Alpharetta Farmers Market, which is typically open on Saturdays from April through November from 8:30am-1pm. You can’t miss it in the Alpharetta Town Green area at City Center in front of City Hall on North and South Broad Streets.

Chattahoochee Food Works

1235 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 

Chattahoochee Food Works has become a happening spot on the weekends when it comes to grabbing a bite in West Midtown.

Some notable eateries there are:

  • Brash Kitchen
  • Dutch & Chutney
  • Selvasana
  • Fox Bros. BBQ
  • It’s Baked Baby
  • Your 3rd Spot
  • Delilah’s Everyday Soul
  • LoRusso’s Italian Bottega
  • Hippie Hibachi
  • Grub Truck Stop
  • Cubanos ATL
  • Philly G Steaks

Collective Food Hall at the Coda

756 W Peachtree St NW #225, Atlanta, GA 30308

The Collective Food Hall at the Coda is one of newest food halls in Midtown Atlanta. While it doesn’t have as big a profile as some of the other intown food halls, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the many vegan and pescatarian options on the respective menus.

Some of the eateries in the establishment include:

  • El Burro Pollo
  • Poke Burri
  • Aviva by Kameel
  • Humble Mumble

The Hall At Ashford Lane

Photo credit: JLL

One of the more exciting things happening in North Fulton is The Hall at Ashford Lane, set for Dunwoody.

Ashford Lane is a new mixed-use complex that upon completion will feature restaurants, retail, offices and residences all at its Perimeter Place location. JLL, a real estate company, is heading the design. Learn more.

Sweet Auburn Curb Market

209 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30303 

The Sweet Auburn Curb Market has been an Atlanta institution for more than 100 years. This is a central place to get fresh meats, produce and there’s also a slew of restaurants scattered across the place.

Here’s what one customer says about the Sweet Auburn Curb Market. “Seen this Market on TikTok multiple times and decide to make the Journey. Each stand provides organic foods with a fresh selection of fruit, vegetables and fresh cuts of meats. There’s also a host of herbs and spices for various cuisines. They also have a few restaurants fronts.”

Lee & White Food Hall

The impressive Lee & White development heralded the West End’s entry into happening places to eat with the opening of Boxcar. Now, the development has plans for a massive food hall set to open in early 2023 with at least 20 food stalls.

The food hall will sit alongside the Beltline’s Westside Trail and feature a bevy of breweries, gelato shops, restaurants, and retail shops.

Underground Atlanta

A 21-stall food hall is being planned for Underground Atlanta, in the city’s downtown, developers have announced.

While the food hall doesn’t have a name yet, it will be a mixed-use development, including a 28,000-square-foot food market curated by developer and businessman Robert Montwaid. The food hall is being built alongside a live music venue and a beauty boutique.

Citizens Market

Photo credit: Simon Properties

Citizens Market in Phipps Plaza opened to the public on April 27, 2023. The 25,000 square-foot food hall is the result of a partnership between C3 (Creating Culinary Communities), a global ghost kitchen platform and Legends, a data-intelligence firm.

Among the food spots you can try include:

  • Sam’s Crispy Chicken
  • Ella Mia
  • Sa’Moto
  • Soom Soom
  • Cicci Di Carne
  • El Pollo Verde
  • Krispy Rice
  • Umami Burger

Final Word

Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in Atlanta

When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.

The culinary excellence of Southern food is only part of the reason why Atlanta restaurants are having a moment. New entries into the restaurant entry, including steakhouses, seafood and fast-casual, represent a growing segment of the new Atlanta restaurants

Stay with AtlantaFi.com to learn more about Atlanta food halls and what’s next.

CJ Johnson: CJ is a longtime Atlantan who has written a book about Atlanta's food scene. He has also fallen in love with the city's music and sports scenes. He writes about Food, Restaurants, Travel, Sports and Atlanta Culture. Check out the book. https://amzn.to/3RPmbZM