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.
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.
Bridgeport, CT
Bridgeport vegetarian cafe offering plant-based meals and healthy dining options.
Hartford, CT
Hartford artisan ice cream shop offering handcrafted flavors and frozen treats.
New Haven, CT
Celebrated New Haven soul food restaurant featured on the Cooking Channel, serving classic Southern dishes.
New Haven, CT
New Haven barbecue spot known for its slow-cooked ribs and smoky Southern-style meats.
Bridgeport, CT
Bridgeport restaurant serving authentic Jamaican patties and Caribbean comfort food.
New Haven, CT
New Haven family-operated soul food restaurant offering homestyle Southern dishes and comfort food.
New Haven, CT
First Black woman-owned brewery in Connecticut, founded by Alisa Bowens-Mercado, producing unfiltered lagers.
Waterbury, CT
Waterbury restaurant known for creative comfort food and artistically presented dishes.
Stamford, CT
Stamford soul food restaurant bringing Southern comfort food flavors to Fairfield County.
Waterbury, CT
Waterbury restaurant specializing in authentic Jamaican dishes including jerk chicken and curry goat.
New London, CT
New London cafe and dining establishment offering a diverse menu and community-oriented atmosphere.
Hartford, CT
Hartford vegan restaurant specializing in Jamaican, African, and Indian-inspired plant-based cuisine with raw food options.
Hartford, CT
Hartford Jamaican restaurant serving traditional Caribbean dishes and island favorites.
Hartford, CT
Fast-casual restaurant serving soul food in a build-your-own-bowl format with signature 'Krack Mac n Cheese'.
Bridgeport, CT
Bridgeport soul food restaurant serving classic Southern comfort dishes.