Sweet Auburn Curb Market

I was first introduced to Miss D’s Popcorn at an event held at the Tabernacle. The various flavors of popcorn are great. My favorites are the triple cheese popcorn and the cajun popcorn. I drive from Duluth, GA to buy popcorn for this shop every time I have guest to come to town.

About Sweet Auburn (from their website):
«Ranked by USA Today as the 16^th Best food market around the world, the Sweet Auburn Curb Market is a self-​sustaining entity comprised of 24 independently-​owned businesses, including eateries, retail shops and shops offering sweets, fresh meat and seafood, as well as produce.»
There is a great mix of retailers here. What you will find:
Afrodish (African), Arepa Mia (empanadas), Atlantic Seafood, Bell Street Burritos, Country Meat Market, Country Produce, Curb Produce, D&J Meats, Grindhouse Killer Burgers, Le Metro Crepiere, Market Pharmacy, Metro Deli Soul Food, Miss D’s Pralines, Natural Produce, Panbury’s Double Crust Pies, Porky Pig Market, Rawesome Juicery, S&H Produce, Sisters Bookshop, Sweet Auburn Bakery, Sweet Auburn BBQ, Tilapia Express, YumDiggity (hot dogs).
There is a parking lot. The market offers 1 hour free parking with validation. Time in excess of 1 hour will be a charged a fee as posted at the parking lot doors.
Current fee schedule:
0 – 30 minutes $ 3.00
30 minutes — 1 hour $ 5.00
1 — 2 hours $ 7.00
2+ hours $ 10.00
Lost ticket $ 10.00

Really neat find around the area. Local restaurants and local produces/​meats. I was staying at the Hyatt regency and decided to walk here for lunch at the Arepa Mia– authentic Venezuelan place. Had the sifrina (shredded chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, guayene cheese, fried sweet plantains).

Great place to try all different kinds of food. I visited during my «Atlanta Food Walks» food tour where we tried hoecakes and banana pudding. it was no doubt amazing. We also visited Miss D’s Pralines shop. first off Miss D is so awesome, and super sweet. I also took home a few bags of her pralines as well, absolutely delicious. I just wish I had more time to explore more of the market during my stay. and also grab a slice of that sweet potato pie cheesecake I kept eyeing! Only means I’ll have to visit again real soon!

Love this place. Cozy vibe with something for everybody to eat. A favorite is Mimi’s soul food located in the center of the market. Her falafel is AMAZING!

I like to think of Sweet Auburn Curb Market as the pioneer market before the recent rise in open markets and food stalls like Ponce City Market or Krog St Market. I probably didn’t pick the best day, Sunday, to visit Sweet Auburn. It’s been something I’ve wanted to cross off my list since I stumbled upon it a few years ago on a bike tour. This year, they’ve decided to open on Sundays, so when I had time after exploring Ponce City, I thought I’d stop by Sweet Auburn.
I’m being generous by giving this place 3 stars, but that’s because I’ve seen this this place be busier when I got a peek years ago. Attendance at the market was sadly low. The only food stalls that were open were Sweet Auburn Bakery, Miss D’s Pralines, Le Metro Creperie, Metro Deli Soul Food, and Rawesome Juicery and Sweet Auburn BBQ. It sounds like a lot, but as a whole, I’d say the entire market was open at about 30%. I would’ve been curious to see the quality of fish and meats sold, but alas, those vendors weren’t there. There was a produce market available, but when I saw 12-​packs of brussel sprouts at 2.99, I was a little turned off. Maybe they’re local and organic?
Anyway, I might come back on another day when it’s busier, but it’s only worth it if you plan to buy something — even if it’s a cup of coffee. I’m shaking my head since I left empty-​handed and lost $ 2 to parking there for 15 minutes.

Very cute market with bakeries to burritos to jerk chicken to empanadas.
They sell whole pigs and seafood. They also have an Asian market that sells kimchee.
Great tourist spot and if you spend $ 5 you get free parking (get your ticket validated).
The iced coffee at Sweet Auburn’s Bakery was excellent, very strong.

I love this place. There is something for everyone here. It’s great for a large group of people who can’t decide what they want to eat. There is BBQ, Mexican, Jamaican, Soul food, Burgers, Fancy hot dogs, meat pies, and much, much more. Remember to bring in your parking ticket to get validate. If you spend $ 5 dollars, the vendor inside will stamp it for you.
The layout of the place is all your restaurants are on the edges of the building, which is a giant warehouse, and your produce and meats are in the middle. If you are done eating, you can go grocery shopping! The food is affordable and delicious! It’s a great place to people watch. You will see nurses and doctors (Grady is just down the street) to young professors (all dressed up) to bikers with tats. Really interesting crown there, but everybody is friendly.
Only warning is don’t leave your valuables in the car and be cautious at night. It is on Edgewood and it can be a little rough. Just be smart and not naïve around that area.

Whatever you’re hoping to find, you’ll get it at Sweet Auburn Curb Market. Crepes? They got it. Raw chicken backs? They have that too. Fresh Georgia peaches? You got it! Located in the metro Atlanta area near Clark University, you can stop in to grab a quick lunch from the wide assortment of food eateries, get a cold pressed juice or grab some sno-​cones or peach cobbler for dessert.
They are a number of fresh fruit and vegetable stands and the prices are more than affordable. If you’re looking for fresh meat & seafood, they have it all here. There’s even a pharmacy on site where you could drop off your prescription and it will be ready by the time you’ve finished your shopping. I even saw an bookstore that sold used and old books for $ 3 a piece. This was truly a unique experience and I won’t hesitate to go back when I return to Atlanta to visit.

I love to come here and get my meat mostly but the veggies and fruits are great too. Not only do I shopping here family and friends shop here as well.

Fantastic place with a limited number of food vendors for quick meals but there are some really great options. They have a place that serves arepas which are hard to find in Atlanta. I tried a pot pie place called Panbury’s that serves meat and veggie style pot pies. I had a really delicious veggie pot pie. The market also has fresh produce for decent prices and other specialty stalls. Definitely recommend especially if you need to entertain out of town guests.

COOL BEANS!
Despite the 97 degree heat, I thought that it would be a good idea to hike on over to the Sweet Auburn Market from Decatur Street. Man was I glad to finally open those doors to an oasis of cool. This little gem is perfectly located in an area that is sorely in need of healthy grocery options. It doesn’t just have fresh veggies and meats, it also has a pharmacy, a convenience store, a book store, a bakery and several places to have a nice meal. The eating options were culturally varied and even included gluten-​free and organic options as well.
You really need to walk around this market a couple of times to be able to really appreciate all it has to offer and to make sure that you don’t miss anything. I was very excited by the produce, (especially the mustard greens which can be difficult to find in the burbs), because it all looked very fresh and delicious. Produce prices were very reasonable but I did find the meat prices to be a bit elevated but then again, I tend to shop at markets that have great prices. I was really intrigued by the meat markets because I don’t think that there was one part of the pig that was not represented in the window display. My eyes were really drawn to the ribs because they were flawless, (very little fat, fresh, great color).
Today, I was not in a position to purchase any items because I was hiking around and knew that the food would not survive my hot car. The next time I decide to explore the market, I will make sure to bring a cooler with ice.
I am already planning to return with my daughter so that we can have lunch at Arepa MIa which is Venezuelan and has some unique items on the menu.
Eat, shop and read!

If you haven’t been to the Sweet Auburn Curb Market in a while… I think it may be time for another visit! Or, if you haven’t had the great pleasure of checking this place out ever… well, you might want to «shake a tail feather» and get on down to Sweet Auburn! Honestly, this place has history and it’s worth the visit.
Here’s what you should know:
1) If you’re making a comparison to Dekalb Farmers Market (or any large farmers market) you will miss the beauty of what this place is about. You can find fresh produce here, but the offerings will be limited to the basics and you don’t see many international options. If you plan to do «All Out» grocery shopping, you may be disappointed.
2) The restaurants are the star! Besides the coolness and character of the Sweet Auburn Curb Market, I like coming here to try a ton of different food options. Some of the restaurants are listed in other reviews, but if you have a taste for Afro/​Caribbean, Venezuelan, French Crepes, Soul Food, Burgers, Pies, BBQ, Juice, or Pralines/​Popcorn (Miss D’s can be addictive)…you’re in luck!
3) You can find fresh meats and seafood here and a few items that can be hard to find at the grocery store e.g. when I’m in the mood (and have the time) to make oxtails Or if I need smoked turkey to season greens… I come here to have my meat freshly cut.
For me, the Sweet Auburn Curb Market is a quick, and regular destination for an inexpensive pick me up meal Or basic items. I always feel good when I walk out and always leave with something yummy :-). Parking is cheap or FREE with validation for 1 hr. They’re CLOSED on Sunday. Happy Eating!

This place has some nice food joints and it’s convenient to surround surrounding businesses while also giving a unique local flavor. But honestly this place is disgusting and I don’t understand why it’s not shut down for the many flaws it has. Somebody is making an xtra buck on the side I’m sure, for letting it pass. And the homeless around here just add to the many problems. They shit and piss all around the building, loading docks and every little nook n cranny they can get into.

I visited the market a while back. What a neat place to walk around and grab a bite to eat! Personally I could be entertained for hours in here and can’t wait to go back soon.
I ate at Bell Street Burrito (reviewed seperately!), and although it was ok I would probably opt for something different next time. I heard from others in the area that Afrodish is wonderful. There are a lot of little food spots, shops, and produce/​butcher stations inside.
I enjoy reading and have started my own little library at home. If this sounds relatable, I would recommend the book store. There were a lot popular books in different languages so that kind of interested me!
Definitely a great place to spend an afternoon with your family, or just a few friends.

I found this secret gem several years ago as more and more small restaurants started calling it home. Every time I visit Atlanta I stop by to see what’s new and to eat at Arepa Mia. You will not be disappointed!
This is a farmer’s market/​restaurant market/​dessert shop/​pharmacy/​bookstore/​carniceria/​everything you need in one stop. There’s plenty of street and municipal parking nearby but it can be busy with the hospital across the street.
I’m so glad that more people from all backgrounds are exploring the great businesses in the market! My next stop are the South African pies!

This kid has grown up in so many ways. For as long as Sweet Auburn Curb Market has been around, it’s amazing how many Atlantans have never been. If you’re one of those, check it out.
What can be said that hasn’t been said already? SACM houses a variety of eateries, fresh produce, and meat/​seafood vendors. Some favorites — Arepa Mia, Rawesome Juicery, Pansbury Double Crust Pies and Sweet Auburn BBQ. You are sure to find something to dig into and if you come with others, get a few things from different places and share.
If you vegan, you may want a blindfold. Kidding, not really. There is tons of pork everywhere — just about any cut you want. Prices seems reasonable. There are fruit and veg vendors as well and at least one seafood purveyor.
The market plays host to special events or pop-​up markets at times and allows specialty vendors to sell their wares as well. I like that they are always in support of local talent.
Make sure to take your parking ticket with you and get it validated by a vendor you patronize! The first hour is free.
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If you’re staying in Downtown Atlanta, this should definitely be on your radar. It’s open 8AM — 6PM most days and you can eat very happily here throughout the day if you please. The entire market is clean with plenty of seating. I’ve been to a few open air markets in downtown areas and this was by far the cleanest I’ve seen. They even had an urban garden in there.
Walking around, I found at least four vendors I wanted to stop at. The Afro Dish vendor seemed to be the most popular, as well as Grindhouse and Sweet Auburn BBQ. Arepa Mia also looked good and I really, really wanted to get something at Panbury’s but my stomach was just about to burst. And with no fridge or microwave at our hotel, saving it for later wasn’t an option. Sigh.
I was also surprised to find a pressed juice vendor. Coming from LA, I’m slightly addicted to pressed juices so I had to grab one. I’d say this whole market was a nice surprise. Definitely one of my favorite stops on my trip.

«I’ve got great news for you.
Auburn beat Alabama by twelve points.» — Ocean’s Eleven (1960)
So much goodness in one space — how can you not love it? Fresh veggies, meats, quirky little shops, and all the great eateries from around town…
So my goal is to come for lunch and leave with the fixings for dinner — usually an easy job. But making the decision of where to get my lunch is the tough decision. Sweet Auburn BB, Panburys, Grindhouse, Arepa Mia — just to name a couple — all have amazing offerings and sometimes I have to get a little something from a couple of places since I don’t make it down here nearly as often as I would like to. Honestly, I feel this is the BEST Grindhouse location.
Then, I shop for dinner. I grab a coffee and wander the stalls — beautiful veggies, fruits, potatoes, and then the meats that you can buy. The selection is amazing and vast. Again, I usually need to come in with some sort of plan, or I will wander aimlessly for hours on end. Once I have my goodies and head for the door, I grab a King of Pops for the road… how can you go wrong with that?
If nothing else, take the time to explore this place and you will not be disappointed. There is something for everyone!

The Sweet Auburn Curb Market is an indoor market located in downtown Atlanta. It’s open during the daytime only (8am-​6pm), Monday through Saturday. There are about 30 different vendors at the market offering everything from fresh produce, meat, and seafood to restaurants, a bookstore, and a pharmacy.
Opened in 1924, this is a historic Atlanta institution. The market got its name because part of it used to function as a curb market (shop stalls lining the curb), but not anymore. Everything is inside now.
It’s a cool, retro market and one I think most Atlantans haven’t heard about, or if they have, haven’t bothered checking out. It’s definitely worth a visit and very easy to get to from the interstate as it’s positioned directly off of Exit 248D (Jesse Hill Dr.) from the connector (I-​75/​I-​85). There’s a gated parking lot behind the market. The lot is expensive, but vendors can validate parking inside, which helps with some of the cost.
Saturdays are a popular time to visit since that’s when the «9 to 5» crowd (myself included) are able to go. It doesn’t get too terribly busy here, but there’s enough action to keep the atmosphere interesting. The building screams historic and local, starting with the old, large, neon «Municipal Market» sign that hangs above the center of the market. Independent merchants are often interacting with customers. Some aspects of the space make you feel as if you’re taking a step back in time, such as the Porkie Pig Market with its vintage «Buy Your Whole Pigs Here!» signage.
A few local restaurants/​food trucks have locations inside the market, including Bell Street Burritos, Grindhouse Killer Burgers, and Sweet Auburn BBQ. Other interesting and popular eateries include Arepa Mia (Colombian/​Venezuelan arepas), Afrodish (African), and YumDiggity (gourmet hot dogs). The high-​end High Road Craft Ice Cream also has a stand here. Some of the restaurant’s build-​outs are more elaborate than others. For example, Grindhouse’s stall looks very similar to the bar at their standalone restaurant on Piedmont Ave, including the grindhouse movies projected on the wall of the bar.
The market has two large areas with plenty of table seating, like a mall food court, making it an ideal location for group gatherings.
It’s fascinating to look at the unique cuts of meat and animal parts are being sold by the meat markets. The produce looks bright, colorful, and fresh, though I must admit, I’m not sure you can’t find any of this same type of produce at lower cost at a farmers market like Your Dekalb Farmers Market or Buford Highway Farmers Market.
Regardless, the Sweet Auburn Curb Market has a lot of character and charm and shouldn’t be overlooked by visitors to Atlanta and locals alike. If you’ve never been and have a free morning or afternoon, I recommend visiting for a stroll. It’s a neat place to explore.