17 verified food & beverage businesses supporting Black economic empowerment in Connecticut.
Discover verified Black-owned food and beverage businesses in Connecticut, where flavor, creativity, and community come together. From local favorites to emerging brands, these 17 listings highlight the talent and entrepreneurship driving Connecticut’s food scene forward. Browse the collection to find your next meal, drink, or treat, and show your support for businesses making a meaningful impact across the state.
Waterbury, CT
Waterbury restaurant specializing in authentic Jamaican dishes including jerk chicken and curry goat.
Hartford, CT
Hartford artisan ice cream shop offering handcrafted flavors and frozen treats.
Stamford, CT
Family-owned Stamford restaurant serving Eritrean and Ethiopian cuisine since 2015 with vegan and gluten-free options.
Norwalk, CT
Norwalk restaurant offering Caribbean-inspired dishes and a warm dining atmosphere.
Hartford, CT
Hartford Jamaican restaurant serving traditional Caribbean dishes and island favorites.
Stamford, CT
Stamford soul food restaurant bringing Southern comfort food flavors to Fairfield County.
New Haven, CT
First Black woman-owned brewery in Connecticut, founded by Alisa Bowens-Mercado, producing unfiltered lagers.
Bridgeport, CT
Bridgeport restaurant serving authentic Jamaican patties and Caribbean comfort food.
Hartford, CT
Fast-casual restaurant serving soul food in a build-your-own-bowl format with signature 'Krack Mac n Cheese'.
New Haven, CT
New Haven family-operated soul food restaurant offering homestyle Southern dishes and comfort food.
New London, CT
New London cafe and dining establishment offering a diverse menu and community-oriented atmosphere.
New Haven, CT
Celebrated New Haven soul food restaurant featured on the Cooking Channel, serving classic Southern dishes.
Hartford, CT
Hartford vegan restaurant specializing in Jamaican, African, and Indian-inspired plant-based cuisine with raw food options.
Waterbury, CT
Waterbury restaurant known for creative comfort food and artistically presented dishes.
New Haven, CT
New Haven barbecue spot known for its slow-cooked ribs and smoky Southern-style meats.
Bridgeport, CT
Bridgeport soul food restaurant serving classic Southern comfort dishes.
Bridgeport, CT
Bridgeport vegetarian cafe offering plant-based meals and healthy dining options.