Where & What to Eat at Ponce City Market
Ponce City Market is known for it’s expansive and well thought out food hall. It is by far one of the most beautiful food halls with restaurants putting out equally beautiful dishes. If you want to come for a quick hamburger, casual Mexican meal, elegant dinner in a “Mad Men”-esq styled restaurant, or gourmet beef jerky with cocktails, Ponce City Market is a must visit. Check out what we think are the best dishes Ponce City Market has to offer now!
Bellina Alimentari
ABOUT:
Bellina Alimentari is inspired by cafes and alimentari shops in northern Italy, founded on the belief that every meal should be a healthy and delicious experience; made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The market selection, seasonal menu and culinary classes were born from the love of Italian food, culture and community. Bellina’s cuisine is all about using fresh seasonal ingredients, and supporting our local community. Anything we can’t source from our farmer friends, we import straight from Italy.
BEST DISH:
Smoked Ravioli | Chanterelle mushrooms, fresh corn, Tucker Farm Lee
Biltong Bar
ABOUT:
The first of its kind in the U.S., Biltong Bar brings South African fare to the Central Food Hall of highly renowned Ponce City Market since early 2016. Biltong Bar features organic, all-natural South African dry aged beef jerky, otherwise known as biltong, and other specialty jerky meats, alongside gourmet hand pies and South African-inspired snacks, sandwiches and plates. In addition to the impressive bar boasting craft cocktails, local brews and a full wine list, Biltong Bar offers a retail portion from which guests can purchase South African spices, rubs and house-made sauces.
BEST DISH:
Chicken Curry Pie | chicken breast, potato, onion, yellow curry, coconut milk
Botiwalla
ABOUT:
The menu of Botiwalla is the late night street food scene of India. With Chai Pani, Meherwan captured an aspect of street food in India often referred to as “chaat” – savory, multi-textured snacks like bhel puri, sev potato dahi puri, and vada pav. But the street food scene is vast in India and with Botiwalla, Meherwan is diving into another of his big loves – grilled meats, flat breads, fresh herbs, and wraps. This is the scene that springs up at night in India, when the grills come out, the fires get lit, and late night revelers and commuters get fed.
BEST DISH:
Tamirind Glazed Spare Ribs | Desi style pork ribs braised with ginger, garlic, soy, star anise, and finished with a tamarind-ginger glaze, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds. Served with desi slaw, raita, and hot buttered naan.
Drafts + Dogs
ABOUT:
It doesn’t get better than draft beer and craft hotdogs. These guys have done everything but “Keep it Simple” with their dogs. Even if you aren’t a hot dog fan you will love what these guys are creating.
BEST DISH:
I’m So Fancy (You Already Know) | Black Angus Beef Frank topped with Lobster Meat, Truffle Butter and Caviar
EL SUPER PAN
ABOUT:
The latest brainchild of Atlanta chef Hector Santiago offers Latin-inspired sandwiches, baked goods, and hot plates. Enjoy their full cocktail program as well as in-house breads, buns, and sweets!
BEST DISH:
Pan De Jamon Y Queso | Spanish “foccacia” serrano ham, manchego, almond-date spread, arugula and piquillo agridulce.
Five Daughters Bakery
ABOUT:
Known for the “Hundred Layer Doughnuts” — a decadent cross between a croissant and a doughnut– Five Daughters Bakery uses the finest organic, non-GMO ingredients in a 3-day process to create 144 layers of croissant dough. Additionally, try their Vegan Yeast Raised Doughnuts and Paleo treats, and a friendly welcome to the store! Breakfast or Dessert these are a must try!
BEST DISH:
The 100 Layer Donuts | Chocolate Sea Salt infused with a chocolate buttercream or Strawberry Malted Milkshake topped with malted vanilla buttercream
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H&F Burger
ABOUT:
It all started with the burger. Linton Hopkins’ famous “H&F burger” began at Holeman and Finch Public House as a special, only available at 10 p.m. feature each evening, with only 24 prepared nightly; a griddled double cheeseburger, topped with red onion and house-made pickles, served on a freshly baked pan de mie bun with from-scratch ketchup, and mustard on the side. The buns, sized with ideal bun-to-burger ratio in mind, are butter-toasted on the griddle for crispy golden edges. This burger is a direct descendant of the original that debuted at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair.
BEST DISH:
Mushroom & Swiss Burger | 100% Angus beef patty, griddled mushroom & onions, Swiss cheese, horseradish mustard, Gator Chips
Honeysuckle Gelato
ABOUT:
At Honeysuckle Gelato they combine the rich and smooth texture of gelato with the decadent flavors and desserts of the South. Each ounce of gelato and sorbet is made from scratch in their Atlanta facility using the finest and freshest ingredients. They use local products but are committed to scanning the globe for the highest quality product available.
BEST DISH:
Gelato Sandwich | Fresh Mint Chip Brownie or Brown Butter Blondie
Hop’s Chicken
ABOUT:
“Honest, clean” deep fried chicken from James Beard Award winning chef Linton Hopkins is served with biscuits and sides in the space adjacent to H&F Burger in the Central Food Hall.
BEST DISH:
Chicken Slider Trio | One chef’s special slider, one tavern style slider, and one original chicken slider.
Minero
ABOUT:
Named after the Spanish word for “miner”, Minero represents the storied history of the taco, which supposes that Mexican silver miners named the dish in the 18th century. The Minero team tasted over 40 varieties of corn before choosing their three favorites from three different producers: Masienda, Geechie Boy Mill, and Anson Mills.
BEST DISH:
Pork Carnitas Platter | salsa verde cocida, Fall squash, spicy pepitas
9 Mile Station
ABOUT:
Nine Mile Station is an elevated beer garden located on the rooftop of Ponce City Market with a unique indoor-outdoor space offering sweeping unobstructed views of Atlanta’s skyline spanning from Buckhead to Downtown. Nine Mile Station serves craft beers, made-to-order libations and delicious, shareable food.
BEST DISH:
9 Mile Patty Melt | 7oz Brisket/Short Rib Patty, Mortadella, Fontina, Caramelized Onion, Garlic Aioli, Fries
The Mercury
ABOUT:
The Mercury, a cocktail focused, classic American eatery located in Ponce City Market, Atlanta, Georgia. Inspired by the culture of the 1960’s, The Mercury promises well crafted American cocktails and cuisine, inspired by the relaxed glamour of Mid-Century American culture. Chef Mike Blydenstein’s menu features a raw bar, chops and steaks, and perfectly-executed classic American entrees. Julian Goglia has curated a full service bar program rooted in approachability and familiarity updated with modern technique, house made ingredients and premium spirits.
BEST DISH:
Parisienne Gnocchi | Wild Mushrooms, Squash Purée, Local Greens, Parmesan
Ton Ton
ABOUT:
Atlanta restaurateur Guy Wong’s Japanese concept serves ramen, yakitori, and sushi.
BEST DISH:
Hakata Tonkotsu Classic | pork broth, chashu (pork belly), soft-boiled egg, menma (bamboo shoots), wood-ear mushrooms, butter garlic corn, scallions, sesame seeds
W. H. Stiles Fish Camp
ABOUT:
Dub’s Fish Camp by James Beard Award winning chef Anne Quatrano. The casual-style fish shack features a raw shell counter, house-made sandwiches and steamed fish bowls.
BEST DISH:
Crispy or Pan Seared Vietnamese Catfish Salad | cabbage, cucumbers, peanuts, cilantro, scallions, jalapenos.
