Two restaurants on the airfield itself. Michelin-recognized kitchens in Chamblee. One of the South's most important international food corridors seven minutes away. Your chauffeur can arrange a stop at any of them en route.
3829 Clairmont Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341
An Atlanta institution for over 40 years. The 57th Fighter Group sits directly on the PDK runway and is one of the most recognized airport restaurants in the Southeast. The dining room is themed after a World War II officers' club, with walls covered in wartime photographs, aviation memorabilia, and period artifacts honoring the U.S. Air Force's historic 57th Fighter Group.
Highlights
Award-winning prime rib, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, and signature pastas. Sunday brunch buffet is a local tradition. Fire pits and floor-to-ceiling runway views from the patio. Private dining rooms for groups and events. Live entertainment on weekends.
LuxShuttle Note
Your chauffeur can position the Sprinter at the restaurant entrance. After dinner, the transfer to Buckhead takes 10 minutes.
2000 Airport Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341 (inside PDK terminal)
Located upstairs inside the DeKalb-Peachtree Airport terminal building, Downwind has been a PDK fixture for over 37 years. Family-owned and operated, the restaurant offers window tables directly overlooking the ramp and runway. Pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and families fill the dining room throughout the week.
Highlights
Classic American menu. Live music on Friday evenings. Team trivia on Wednesdays. Kid-friendly meals and atmosphere. Runway views from every window table.
LuxShuttle Note
Ideal for a casual meal while waiting for a departure. Steps from the FBO lobbies.
All within five minutes of PDK. Your chauffeur can stop en route to your destination.
New American, seasonal · $$$ · 1.2 miles from PDK
Conceived by Chef Jared A. Hucks, The Alden is a Michelin Guide Recommended restaurant in Chamblee. Seasonal ingredients, inventive technique, and a refined but relaxed atmosphere. The tasting menus and wine pairings draw guests from across metro Atlanta.
5070 Peachtree Blvd, Chamblee, GA 30341
Visit Website →Contemporary American · $$–$$$ · 1.5 miles from PDK
A Chamblee neighborhood favorite with a polished-casual approach to American cooking. Seasonal menu, craft cocktails, and an inviting dining room. Frequently appears on local best-of lists for the Chamblee corridor.
5383 Peachtree Blvd, Chamblee, GA 30341
Southern, farm-to-table · $$ · 1.4 miles from PDK
Cozy interior with exposed brick, serving elevated Southern fare with farm-to-table ingredients. Located on Chamblee's Antique Row. A neighborhood staple for relaxed dinners with substance.
5394 Peachtree Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341
American, breakfast and lunch · $$ · 1.3 miles from PDK
Chamblee's go-to for morning meals and lunch. Fresh-baked pastries, hearty brunch plates, and a curated coffee program. The covered patio fills quickly on weekends.
5359 Peachtree Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341
Visit Website →Asian fusion, brewery · $$ · 1.6 miles from PDK
A Chamblee brewery serving Asian fusion and Japanese robata-grilled meats and seafood. Pork belly, octopus, and chicken cooked over charcoal, paired with house-brewed craft beers. A distinctive concept that draws guests from across Atlanta.
5361 Peachtree Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341
Thai · $$ · 1.8 miles from PDK
Authentic Thai cuisine in the heart of Chamblee. The curries, noodle dishes, and papaya salads are consistently praised. A refined alternative to the Buford Highway strip, with attentive service and a calm dining room.
5325 Peachtree Blvd, Chamblee, GA 30341
Visit Website →Recognized by Southern Living as one of the South's most important food destinations. Cuisines from more than 20 countries — Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Malaysian, Thai, and more — in a seven-mile stretch that begins just minutes from PDK.
Vietnamese · 3 miles · 7 min
The pho that has won every local food publication's top ranking multiple times. Bowls of beef pho with rich, deeply simmered broth. A Buford Highway institution.
Chinese, dumplings · 3.2 miles · 8 min
Watch the chef hand-pull noodles and fold hundreds of dumplings daily. Buford Highway's most acclaimed Chinese restaurant, with a menu spanning northern China's regional specialties.
Chinese, hand-pulled noodles · 3.5 miles · 8 min
Michelin-recommended. Oxtail and duck noodle soups with hand-pulled noodles made to order. The broth is remarkable. One of Buford Highway's essential stops.
Korean BBQ · 3.3 miles · 8 min
At the pinnacle of Buford Highway's Korean BBQ scene. Grilled pork is the signature — tender, expertly seasoned, and served with traditional banchan. Table-side grilling in a lively atmosphere.
Korean, stone-bowl bibimbap · 3.4 miles · 8 min
Michelin-recognized. The stone-bowl bibimbap with crispy rice is the signature dish. An expansive menu of Korean classics, from tofu stews to bulgogi, in a space that fills every evening.
Malaysian, Pan-Asian · 3.6 miles · 9 min
A giant menu of Pan-Asian street foods and Malaysian specialties. Garlic butter crab fried rice, honey-glazed shrimp, and house-made noodles. Buford Highway at its most eclectic and rewarding.
Vietnamese · 4 miles · 10 min
Iconic Vietnamese restaurant on the Buford Highway corridor. Pho, crispy banh mi, and vermicelli bowls. A reliable choice for authentic Vietnamese cooking with generous portions.
Bones, Umi, Aria, Atlas, and St. Cecilia — Atlanta's most acclaimed fine dining is concentrated in Buckhead, 10 to 12 minutes from PDK. Your chauffeur can take you from the FBO ramp directly to the restaurant entrance.
PDK to Buckhead Guide →Your chauffeur can arrange a dinner stop en route from PDK to your hotel. Provide your restaurant preference when you reserve.
From $175 per transfer. Chauffeur, fuel, tolls, Wi-Fi, and refreshments included. No surge pricing.
Yes. Your chauffeur can arrange a stop at any restaurant en route from PDK to your destination. The 57th Fighter Group is on the airport property itself, and Chamblee's best restaurants are under five minutes from the FBO. Your chauffeur will wait with the Sprinter and be ready when you are.
The 57th Fighter Group Restaurant offers the most dramatic runway views — fire pits on the patio with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking active PDK operations. Downwind Restaurant, located upstairs in the terminal building, provides direct ramp and runway views from every window table.
Yes. The 57th Fighter Group (on-airport) serves prime rib and steaks in an aviation-themed fine dining setting. The Alden in Chamblee holds a Michelin Guide recommendation and offers seasonal tasting menus. For a wider selection of acclaimed restaurants, Buckhead is 10 minutes away.
Buford Highway is a multicultural dining corridor recognized by Southern Living as one of the South's most important food destinations. Stretching through Chamblee and Brookhaven, it features cuisines from more than 20 countries — Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Malaysian, Thai, Mexican, and more. It is 7 to 10 minutes from PDK by car.
Yes. The 57th Fighter Group is on the PDK airport property. Your chauffeur can bring you to the restaurant and then to your FBO when you are ready to depart. The drive from the restaurant to any of the three FBOs is under two minutes.