Krog Street Market is the most convenient food stop on the BeltLine's Eastside Trail, and paired with the tunnel next door it makes one of the best free half-hours in Atlanta. The market fills a restored warehouse in Inman Park at 99 Krog Street, part of a former industrial complex where Atlanta Stove Works once made cast-iron stoves; part of the site later housed Tyler Perry Studios before the market opened in 2014. Inside, the brick walls, steel trusses and long communal tables make a casual hall where you can wander between counters and assemble a meal: wood-fired pizza, sushi and ramen, Southern comfort food, tacos, burgers, and sweet shops, plus a bar and a bottle shop with wine. Vendors change over time, so the fun is browsing rather than heading for a particular stall. The market opens from breakfast until late evening every day, and the Eastside Trail runs just behind it, so it works as a fuel stop on a walk or ride between Piedmont Park, Ponce City Market and the Old Fourth Ward. A short walk south on Krog Street brings you to the Krog Street Tunnel, a stone-and-concrete railroad underpass linking Inman Park and Cabbagetown that has been covered and re-covered with graffiti, murals and messages for decades. Nothing in it is permanent — new layers go up constantly, and it is a favorite backdrop for photo shoots. Walk on the narrow sidewalks rather than the roadway, because cars use it, and visit in daylight for the best colors.
The two halves of this stop represent two sides of the eastside's transformation. The market is a polished reuse of industrial buildings that sat empty for years, part of a wave of development along the BeltLine that turned old rail corridors and factories into some of the city's most popular places to eat and live. The tunnel, by contrast, is unplanned and unruly: a community canvas where local artists, students, activists and anyone with a spray can have left their mark. Together they show the mix of creativity and change that defines Inman Park, Cabbagetown and the Old Fourth Ward, and they are both free to enjoy. The market also hosts a Krog Indie Market of local makers on some Saturdays and other community events.
To make the most of it, come hungry and in a group, so you can order from several counters and share at the long tables. Lunch on weekdays is calm; weekend evenings are lively, especially when the weather is good and BeltLine walkers pour in. Then walk to the tunnel. It is a working road, so stay on the sidewalks and watch for traffic, take your photographs quickly, and do not add paint unless you are part of a sanctioned event. Beyond the tunnel lies Cabbagetown, the old mill village with its narrow shotgun houses, street art along Wylie Street and a few good cafes and bars.
Practicalities: the market's hours run from early morning to late evening every day, though individual vendors keep their own hours. Parking is limited, with paid lots and evening valet around the market; walking or cycling on the BeltLine, or a rideshare, is easier. From here the Eastside Trail runs north past the Old Fourth Ward park to Ponce City Market, about a mile away, and Historic Oakland Cemetery is a short walk south through Cabbagetown. It is a natural stop for couples on an afternoon stroll, families who need an easy lunch with something for everyone, and first-time visitors exploring the BeltLine.
What to expect
The experience
A casual indoor food hall with many counters, a bar and communal tables in a restored warehouse, next to the BeltLine Eastside Trail, with the free, graffiti-covered Krog Street Tunnel a short walk away.
Best time
Weekday lunch for calm; weekend afternoons for a lively BeltLine scene. Daylight for the tunnel.
How long
An hour for lunch and the tunnel; longer if you continue along the BeltLine.
Tips
Come in a group and share dishes from several counters. Walk or cycle in on the BeltLine. Stay on the tunnel sidewalks, as cars use the road. Combine with Cabbagetown and Oakland Cemetery.
Quick picks
- Best for
- BeltLine walkers, food lovers and street-art photographers.
- Families
- Easy — everyone can choose their own food, and the tunnel is a fun short walk.
- Couples
- Good for a casual lunch or drinks, then an afternoon stroll on the trail.
- Pair with
- The BeltLine Eastside Trail north to Ponce City Market, or Oakland Cemetery to the south.
- Time needed
- One to two hours.
Good questions
What kind of food is at Krog Street Market?+
A mix of counters that changes over time, typically including wood-fired pizza, Asian dishes such as sushi and ramen, Southern comfort food, tacos and burgers, sweets, a bar and wine.
Where is the Krog Street Tunnel?+
A short walk south of the market on Krog Street, where the road passes under the railroad between Inman Park and Cabbagetown.
Is the tunnel safe to visit?+
Yes in daylight, with ordinary city awareness. It is a working road, so stay on the narrow sidewalks and watch for cars while you take photos.
Is there parking?+
Parking is limited, with paid lots and evening valet around the market. Walking or cycling on the BeltLine or using rideshare is easier.
How far is it from Ponce City Market?+
About a mile north along the BeltLine Eastside Trail, a pleasant twenty- to thirty-minute walk.
