Discover Black-Owned Restaurants

A family-friendly cafe with two Chicago locations offering fresh and healthy food options. Emphasizes quality ingredients and wholesome meals in a casual, welcoming atmosphere. Focuses on providing nutritious choices for families and individuals seeking healthier dining options.

A Chicago-based bakery founded by Maya-Camille Broussard, specializing in sweet and savory baked goods including pies, quiches, tarts, and nostalgic treats. Located in a former dentist's office in Avalon Park, it honors the legacy of Broussard's late father, a criminal defense attorney and pie enthusiast, while engaging in community initiatives.

A Black-owned restaurant specializing in Italian Creole fusion cuisine with Afro-Latino influences. Features fresh pasta made daily and bold spices with cultural fusion elements like plantains, yucca, and seasoned meats. Recognized in the Michelin Guide for culinary excellence and innovative fusion approach.

A creole-infused soul food restaurant in West Town offering warm atmosphere and comfort food classics. Known for Louisiana-style flavors and cozy environment, perfect for enjoying traditional soul food with Creole influences. Operates primarily by reservation with specific seating times.

A Southern American restaurant in Hyde Park emphasizing culture of hospitality and kindness. Renowned for contemporary take on Southern cuisine using heritage techniques and ingredients informed by the African diaspora. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand award recipient with high ratings for quality and value.

A popular breakfast and brunch restaurant in Lincoln Park, famous for its innovative twists on classic dishes like the World Famous French Toast Flight and Cluck & Gaufre (chicken and waffle). Certified as Black-owned, Minority-owned, and Woman-owned, the restaurant has been featured in various media outlets and is known for using fresh, all-natural ingredients.

A vibrant Caribbean-inspired restaurant and rum bar located in Hyde Park, known for its innovative cocktails and dishes like jerk chicken and Jamaican patties. The restaurant offers over 100 rums and features a fun, tropical vibe with wooden accents and greenery, making it ideal for brunch, date nights, and celebrations. 14 Parish blends heritage and innovation with live music and drink specials.

Chicago's premier black-owned steakhouse focusing on fine dining with live music, DJs, comedy, and a vibrant atmosphere that encourages 'black excellence.' Located in Hyde Park with free parking validation in a 170-car lot. Known for upscale atmosphere and entertainment.

A family-owned barbecue restaurant specializing in traditional recipes passed down through generations. Owned by Tyris Bell, who previously managed Luella's Southern Kitchen, the restaurant draws from childhood family barbecues and generational recipes inspired by great-grandmother Luella. Known for unique items like BBQ brisket pizza and brisket mac and cheese.

A Black-owned winery in Bronzeville offering modern American cuisine with locally sourced ingredients and a well-curated wine list emphasizing women, minority, and African American-owned labels. Features urban grow operations and vertical gardens, creating a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere with regular DJ sessions and live music events.

A Black-owned, family-operated microbrewery in Bronzeville specializing in crafting premium beers named after family members. Opened its taproom in November 2023, sharing space with Sip & Savor coffee shop in the Rosenwald Court Apartments. Emphasizes family heritage with beers inspired by female ancestors.

A popular Southern-style restaurant operated by Chef Darnell Reed, focusing on authentic, scratch-made meals using locally sourced ingredients from farms like Three Sisters, Slagel, and Mick Klug. Named after Chef Reed's great-grandmother Luella, the restaurant emphasizes nostalgic, home-style Southern dining with a family-friendly atmosphere.

A New Orleans-inspired Southern restaurant and tavern in Wicker Park known for Southern cuisine, live music, and events. Features a 'Front Porch Stage' for live entertainment and a speakeasy hidden behind shelves. Bib Gourmand recipient and James Beard semifinalist, blending New Orleans flavors with Chicago's dining scene.

A handmade ice cream parlor located in the Historic Rosenwald Building in Bronzeville, offering unique and traditional flavors with quality ingredients. Features old-fashioned charm with modern appeal, creating custom ice cream treats and desserts with a focus on community and nostalgia.

A vibrant Southern-inspired brunch restaurant opened in 2023 in Hyde Park, owned by Racquel Fields (who also runs 14 Parish). Specializes in all-day brunch dishes, cocktails, and Southern cuisine with modern elegance. Serves as a community hub with capacity for over 150 patrons and focuses on bridging generations through food.

A minority-owned and Black-owned gastro pub in West Town specializing in wild game and American contemporary cuisine. Features adventurous menu with exotic meats, craft cocktails, and seasonal ingredients. Known for rustic aesthetic, outdoor seating, and unique dining experiences including whole animal feasts.

An upscale soul food restaurant established in 2022, specializing in premium comfort food with traditional soul food classics and modern twists. Part of a small chain with multiple locations, focusing on providing memorable dining experiences with high-quality ingredients and elevated presentations.

A popular Black-owned bakery in Greater Grand Crossing specializing in southern-style baked goods, custom cakes, and desserts. Founded by Stephanie Hart, a Black female entrepreneur, emphasizing traditional flavors and high-quality ingredients. Featured in Marvel's 'Ironheart' and various media outlets for community impact.

A popular fried chicken restaurant established in 2013, known for sustainable, locally-sourced ingredients and community-focused events. Famous for their honey butter fried chicken served with corn muffins, emphasizing fresh, antibiotic-free chicken and seasonal specials.

A gluten-free focused bistro in Avondale serving contemporary American cuisine with Creole influences. Women-owned, minority-owned, and Black-owned restaurant offering elegant atmosphere with French influences, ideal for date nights and special occasions. Specializes in accommodating dietary restrictions.

An elevated soul food restaurant in Lincoln Park owned by Chef Royce (Shonya Williams), offering authentic Southern-inspired dishes with modern twists. Gained viral attention from TikTok influencer Keith Lee in 2023. Focuses on high-quality food, cultural celebration, and hospitality in a historically non-Black neighborhood.

An upscale Black-owned restaurant located within the historic South Shore Cultural Center along Lake Michigan. Offers contemporary American cuisine with soul food influences, featuring stunning lakefront views and modern, resort-like atmosphere. Emphasizes minority-owned brands and suppliers, serving as both restaurant and cultural landmark.

A highly regarded Jamaican restaurant established in 2007, originally in Lincoln Park before relocating to Hyde Park in 2014. Known as one of the top Jamaican dining spots in the Midwest, offering authentic Caribbean cuisine with vibrant atmosphere and island-inspired ambiance featuring Caribbean music and reggae influences.

An award-winning barbecue restaurant owned by Chef Dominique Leach, named 'The Best BBQ in Chicago' by Good Morning America. Featured on Food Network shows like Chopped and Fire Masters. Located in the One Eleven Food Hall in Pullman, offering both traditional BBQ and vegan-friendly options.

An upscale restaurant specializing in 'global soul food fusion,' blending traditional African-American soul food with Italian, Mexican, American, Asian, and other cuisines. Located in the MLK Legacy Apartments where Martin Luther King Jr. lived in 1966. Founded by Chef Quentin Love to bring fine dining to North Lawndale and address food desert issues.