Veteran Atlanta chef, Jay Swift brings his passion and creative interpretation of modern American comfort food to 4th & Swift.

Located in the Old Fourth Ward and occupying the space that was formerly the engine room to Southern Dairies, 4th & Swift retains many of the original elements. Exposed brick, concrete and beams are updated with contemporary accents such as warm woods, rich fabrics, brushed metals and soft lighting. The exhibition kitchen faces the dining room and is a flurry of culinary activity – visible to each seat in the dining room through ceiling-to-floor sliding glass doors. The award-winning design team of ai3 created the sophisticated tavern, kitchen and dining space in which to enjoy 4th & Swift’s modern comfort food and drink, lively conversation and Southern hospitality.

A rich history and modern innovations characterize the Old Fourth Ward...

The Old Fourth Ward was created in the 1870s under the city ward system.

Although city government moved from wards to districts in the 1950s, for residents the neighborhood name remains a source of pride. The Old Fourth Ward is famous as the birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King as well as the location of Ebenezer Baptist Church and the Sweet Auburn District.

Its historic role is now being honored with the creation of the city’s newest intown park, Historic Fourth Ward Park. Despite its rich history, it lacked green space and the development of the Historic Fourth Ward Park affirms the neighborhood’s values and gives it a sparkling new green space worthy of its bright future.