What’s Coming to Krog District & SPX Alley by 2026: New Restaurants, Retail, and Wellness Along the Eastside BeltLine

Headliners Arriving in Spring 2026

Eggslut (SPX Alley)The cult-favorite, chef-driven egg sandwich shop is slated for a trail-facing space in SPX Alley, next to Woof Gang. Expect their signature soft-scrambled sandwiches and a local bakery partner for the bread program. ETA: Spring 2026.

Nando’s PERi-PERi (Krog Street Market) South Africa’s flame-grilled chicken phenom is taking over the former Bar Mercado stall inside Krog Street Market- bringing peri-peri heat and fast-casual energy to the food hall. ETA: Spring 2026.

YETI (Lake & Krog corner) The Austin-born outdoor brand plans a corner retail buildout at Lake Ave & Krog St (the old Outdoor Voices space). It’s a natural fit for trail life- coolers, drinkware, packs, and more. ETA: Spring 2026. Why these three matter: They expand Krog’s all-day mix- morning sandwiches, lunch/dinner chicken plates, and a hard-goods retailer for BeltLine adventures, without straying from the trail-first vibe.

What Just Landed

Tyde Tate Kitchen (Krog Street Market)Thai comfort food from a beloved ATL pop-up is taking the original Recess space. ETA: October 2025

Where, Exactly?

• SPX Alley: The trail-fronting retail row tucked into The Krog District’s townhome/retail stretch. Eggslut will face the BeltLine here.

• Krog Street Market: The food-hall anchor of the district, where Nando’s and Tyde Tate are slotting into existing stalls.

• Lake & Krog Corner: Southwest corner of Lake Ave & Krog St—YETI’s planned retail flagship for the area.
  

How This Fits the Eastside BeltLine Moment

Over the past couple years, the Eastside stretch around Irwin–Edgewood has stacked patios, destination dining, and steady foot traffic setting the stage for national names to plug in alongside local favorites. Recent reporting flagged this micro-district as a hot cluster for new concepts- now you’re seeing the next wave materialize.

Timeline & Tips

• Fall 2025: Tyde Tate Kitchen at Krog Street Market.

• Spring 2026: Eggslut (SPX Alley), Nando’s (KSM), and YETI (Lake & Krog). Plan for staggered openings, soft opens often precede grand openings on the BeltLine.

Pro moves for opening season:

• Ride or walk the trail, parking is tight and monitored; the district emphasizes trail access.

• Expect lines at Eggslut and Nando’s in early weeks; off-peak visits (late morning, mid-afternoon) are your friend.

• Make it a loop: start at Krog Street Market, cut through SPX Alley for the trail-facing stops, and swing back via Lake Ave to preview the YETI corner.

  
  

Fast FAQ

Is this part of a larger Krog refresh? Yes- since the district’s expansion wrapped in 2023, ownership has been curating a tighter all-day tenant mix and trail-first retail. The September 2025 tenant wave formalizes that next phase.

Will there be more announcements? The cadence suggests yes; Urbanize Atlanta’s coverage often bundles multiple tenant reveals as deals finalize. Keep an eye on their Krog/SPX tag pages for updates.

The Bottom Line

By spring 2026, The Krog District and SPX Alley will add three marquee names- Eggslut, Nando’s, and YETI strengthening the BeltLine’s most walkable food-and-retail pocket for breakfast through late-night. Lace up, roll over, and bring an appetite.

Why It Matters

The Krog District’s transformation represents a broader shift in how Atlanta’s Eastside is evolving. What began as a gritty, industrial pocket is now a polished, mixed-use destination for both locals and visitors.

As retail and restaurant foot traffic continues to grow along the BeltLine, expect this district to continue to be one of Atlanta’s premier real estate and lifestyle hotspots by 2026.

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