Jackmont Hospitality, Inc., in partnership with Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges, welcome you to Chicken + Beer — named for the artist's third album, of course. The next time you are traveling through Atlanta (where the player's play), be sure to stop by for a hot bite, cold drink, and our one-of-a-kind dedication to southern hospitality.

The Concept

The 90-seat restaurant is Jackmont Hospitality’s second independently developed concept at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, following One Flew South, which opened nearly a decade ago and became the first airport restaurant in the U.S. to be a contender for the prestigious James Beard Award. Chicken + Beer serves Southern-style comfort food and locally sourced beers parallel an ambient cool vibe from the playlist to the bold wall art. Boasting reimagined classics like the Battered Catfish with Corn Edamame Succotash and Parsnip Purée, and Luda’s Chicken and Pecan Waffles with Whiskey Maple Syrup and Andouille Sausage, the menu integrates lesser used staples of the traditional Southern catalogue, such as Stout Braised Beef Cheeks with Sweet Potato Mash. The beer selection spotlights an array of local varieties, including those from local favorites Sweetwater and Terrapin, as well as styles from up-and-coming craft breweries Monday Night Brewing, Creature Comfort, Orpheus and Reformation.

The Team

Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges

The career of the multitalented Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges, can best be described as remarkable. As a recording artist, he has sold more than 15 million albums domestically, thanks to the blockbuster success of such singles as “Stand Up,” “Get Back,” “Southern Hospitality,” “Number One Spot,” “Money Maker” and “My Chick Bad.” All of these records were accompanied by ingenious videos that demonstrated Bridges’ far-reaching imagination, and his willingness to stretch the boundaries of what rap videos should look and feel like. With an unrivaled match of lyrical acumen, wit, and imagery, Bridges has solidified himself as one of music’s premier entertainers. Although he’s best known for his infectious tunes, Ludacris has shown that he’s equally adept at writing powerful songs with serious subject matter, including runaways, with the song “Runaway Love.” Bridges’ versatility and artistic complexity also enabled him to make a seamless transition to acting. Most recently, he starred in Fast 8, the eighth installment in the global box-office hit franchise. His other feature film credits include Universal Pictures’ Furious 7; Fast & Furious 6; Fast Five; 2 Fast 2 Furious; Garry Marshall’s ensemble comedy New Year’s Eve; and Ivan Reitman’s romantic comedy, No Strings Attached, opposite Ashton Kutcher and Natalie Portman. His acclaimed performances in film, (Crash, Hustle & Flow), and television, (Law & Order: Special Victims Unit), have Hollywood and critics alike buzzing about his increasingly impressive screen resume. Chris “Ludacris" Bridges will star in Fast & Furious 9 in April 2017. He will also be releasing an album around that time. A consummate businessman, Ludacris is enjoying success outside of entertainment. His latest venture includes the highly anticipated Chicken + Beer, located at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport. His philanthropic efforts rival his entertainment accomplishments. He also partnered with Crash writer/director Paul Haggis and Artists for Peace and Justice to help raise more than $4 million for Haitian relief efforts. In addition to that, he has raised more than $100,000 for disaster victims through The Ludacris Foundation. Having partnered with Jane Fonda, Bill Gates, Richard Branson, and Nelson Mandela, to name a few, The Ludacris Foundation continues to inspire youth through education.

Jackmont Hospitality, Inc.

Jackmont Hospitality is an award-winning, minority-owned foodservice management company and one of the fastest growing TGI FRIDAYS® franchisees. Owning and operating restaurants throughout the country on behalf of Atlanta Restaurant Partners (ARP), Jackmont Hospitality also oversees on-site foodservice management contracts with Airport Concessions, Healthcare Foodservice and School District Dining Programs throughout the United States. The spirit behind Jackmont Hospitality was born out of the 1930s home and small family resort of the late Maynard H. Jackson, Jr., former Atlanta mayor. “Jackson's Mountain” provided a retreat for family and friends to enjoy good food and warm, attentive hospitality. Today, Jackmont Hospitality combines the hospitality quality of yesteryear with a modern approach to business and industry solutions.

Culinary Director Chef Todd Richards

Chef de Cuisine Gary Caldwell