International Grocery Stores in Atlanta
Best International Grocery Stores in Atlanta: Buford Highway, Clarkston & Doraville
Metro Atlanta's international grocery scene is anchored by Buford Highway — one of the most diverse food corridors in the United States — plus Clarkston (the most diverse square mile in America), Doraville, and Lawrenceville. This guide covers international grocery stores across Atlanta for African, Asian (Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese), Latin (Mexican, Salvadoran), Ethiopian, and Middle Eastern shopping.
Top International Markets in Atlanta
Buford Highway Farmers Market
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Whole Foods Market – Buckhead
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Whole Foods Market – Midtown Atlanta
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Whole Foods Market – Ponce de Leon (Ponce City Market area)
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Popular Products & Staples
Korean (H Mart, Assi Plaza)
Banchan, fresh kimchi, Korean BBQ cuts, gochujang, doenjang, and fresh tofu — H Mart Duluth and Assi Plaza serve metro Atlanta's Korean community.
Mexican & Latin
Maseca masa, fresh tortillas, dried chiles, queso fresco, carne asada, sazón, and pan dulce along Buford Highway and in Marietta.
Vietnamese & Chinese
Fish sauce, pho rice noodles, jasmine rice, soy sauce, fresh tofu, and tropical produce from Buford Highway and Doraville Asian markets.
Ethiopian & Eritrean (Clarkston)
Fresh injera, teff flour, berbere, niter kibbeh, shiro, and Ethiopian coffee — Clarkston is the East African hub of the Southeast.
African (Nigerian / Ghanaian)
Egusi, garri, palm oil, suya spice, banku mix, and pan-West African staples from Buford Highway and Stone Mountain shops.
Indian & Pakistani
Atta, basmati, dals, masalas, ghee, fresh paneer, and halal meat from Decatur and Cumming South Asian grocers.
Explore Sub-Cuisines
Buford Highway Corridor
Buford Highway between I-285 and I-85 is metro Atlanta's international food corridor — Korean, Vietnamese, Mexican, Chinese, and Ethiopian grocers within a few miles.
Clarkston (East African)
Clarkston is known as 'the Ellis Island of the South' and 'the most diverse square mile in America' — Ethiopian, Eritrean, Somali, and Bhutanese grocers within walking distance.
Doraville (Korean & Latin)
Doraville hosts a Korean grocery cluster (H Mart area) alongside Latin supermercados and Mexican carnicerías.
Lawrenceville & Gwinnett
Suburban Gwinnett County hosts Korean, Indian, and Latin grocery clusters serving Atlanta's eastern suburbs.
Stone Mountain & DeKalb
Concentration of West African (Nigerian, Ghanaian) and Caribbean grocers serving the eastern suburbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best international grocery stores in Atlanta?
Buford Highway (Korean, Vietnamese, Mexican, Chinese), Clarkston (Ethiopian, Eritrean, Somali), Doraville (Korean H Mart), and Stone Mountain (West African) host Atlanta's deepest international grocery scenes.
Why is Buford Highway famous?
Buford Highway is metro Atlanta's international food corridor — a five-mile stretch hosting dozens of international grocers, restaurants, and food courts across Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese, Mexican, Ethiopian, and Caribbean cuisines.
Where is the best Korean grocery store in Atlanta?
H Mart Duluth (Pleasant Hill) and Assi Plaza in Duluth are metro Atlanta's largest Korean supermarkets — full banchan bars, fresh kimchi, Korean BBQ cuts, and imported Korean groceries.
Where can I find Ethiopian groceries in Atlanta?
Clarkston, GA (east of Atlanta) is the Ethiopian and Eritrean grocery hub of the Southeast — multiple grocers selling fresh injera, teff, berbere, and Ethiopian coffee within walking distance.
Where are the Mexican supermarkets in Atlanta?
Buford Highway, Doraville, Marietta, and Norcross host metro Atlanta's largest Mexican supermercados — full carnicerías, tortillerías, and panaderías.
Can I get international groceries delivered in Atlanta?
Most major Atlanta international grocers list on Instacart for local delivery; for nationwide shipping see our online international grocery delivery guide.