DoorDash Expands Drone Delivery to Metro Atlanta

Customers near Tanger Outlets Locust Grove can now get food delivered by air in as little as 20 minutes.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:54pm

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A highly detailed 3D illustration of a glowing, futuristic drone hovering above a cityscape, with neon cyan and magenta lights illuminating the aircraft's intricate mechanical components.DoorDash's new drone delivery service aims to make local commerce more efficient and sustainable in the Atlanta metro area.McDonough Today

DoorDash is partnering with drone company Wing to launch a new drone delivery service in the Atlanta metro area, starting with customers near the Tanger Outlets Locust Grove. Eligible customers will be able to order from participating restaurants like Molinos Mexican Grill and Koji Japanese Steakhouse and receive their food via drone in as little as 20 minutes.

Why it matters

The expansion of drone delivery in Atlanta is part of a broader trend of autonomous technology being integrated into local commerce. It provides faster and more sustainable delivery options for customers, while also helping local restaurants and businesses reach a wider customer base.

The details

DoorDash's drone delivery service, which first launched in 2022, has already expanded to several other markets including southwest Virginia, the Dallas-Fort Worth metro, and the Charlotte area. The new Atlanta service will start by serving customers near the Tanger Outlets Locust Grove, about 35 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. Eligible customers will be able to see a drone delivery icon in the DoorDash app and order items that meet the size and weight requirements for drone transport.

  • DoorDash first launched its drone delivery service in 2022.
  • The Atlanta metro expansion was announced on April 8, 2026.
  • The new drone delivery service will be available to customers near the Tanger Outlets Locust Grove starting in April 2026.

The players

DoorDash

A leading food delivery platform that is partnering with drone company Wing to offer autonomous drone delivery services.

Wing

A drone company that is collaborating with DoorDash to provide the drone technology and infrastructure for the new delivery service.

Molinos Mexican Grill

A participating restaurant that will offer drone delivery through the DoorDash service.

Koji Japanese Steakhouse

Another participating restaurant that will offer drone delivery through the DoorDash service.

Harrison Shih

The head of the DoorDash Drone Program, who announced the expansion of the service to the Atlanta metro area.

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What they’re saying

“Autonomous delivery is an important part of how we're making local commerce faster, more delightful, and more sustainable.”

— Harrison Shih, Head of the DoorDash Drone Program

“We're excited to introduce drone delivery to metro Atlanta with Wing as we continue to expand our autonomous capabilities and bring new delivery options to DoorDash consumers. By bringing our Wing partnership to a new city, we're helping local merchants reach more consumers while improving speed and reliability.”

— Harrison Shih, Head of the DoorDash Drone Program

What’s next

DoorDash plans to continue expanding its drone delivery service to additional neighborhoods in the Atlanta metro area in the coming months, reaching more customers and restaurants.

The takeaway

The arrival of drone delivery in Atlanta represents the growing integration of autonomous technology into local commerce, providing faster and more sustainable delivery options for customers while also helping small businesses reach a wider customer base. This trend is likely to continue as more companies explore the potential of drone and other autonomous delivery solutions.