Buford Highway, International dining corridor in Brookhaven, Georgia, US.
Buford Highway is a multi-lane road that extends northeast from Atlanta and passes through several counties. It is lined with over one thousand international restaurants and retail shops that shape the entire streetscape.
The road's transformation started in 1976 when the first ethnic restaurant opened in this area. During preparations for the 1996 Olympics, the corridor experienced rapid growth and expansion.
Residents from Mexico, Central America, China, Korea, Vietnam, India, Bangladesh, Somalia, and Ethiopia have shaped this neighborhood over decades. Their shops and restaurants define the character of the streets and create spaces where different traditions coexist visibly.
The area is served by bus routes and the Doraville station offers additional transit options. Numerous parking spaces are available at shopping centers along the corridor, making it easy to find a spot.
Some neighborhoods have earned nicknames that reflect their ethnic makeup, such as Chamblee becoming known as Chambodia due to its East Asian presence. These names show how deeply certain communities have shaped the identity of specific areas.
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