20 verified food & beverage businesses supporting Black economic empowerment in New York.
Discover verified Black-owned food and beverage businesses in New York, a curated collection of 20 listings celebrating the flavor, creativity, and resilience of Black entrepreneurship across the state. From neighborhood favorites to standout local spots, this directory makes it easy to find and support businesses that are helping shape New York’s food scene. Browse the listings, connect with your community, and choose to spend where your support makes a difference.
Harlem, NY
Harlem soul food staple owned by Melba Wilson, famous for its chicken and eggnog waffles.
Harlem, NY
World-famous 'Queen of Soul Food' restaurant serving Harlem since 1962.
Harlem, NY
Harlem restaurant and bar offering Caribbean-American cuisine in a lively, community-rooted setting.
Harlem, NY
Family-owned artisan ice cream shop crafting small-batch flavors inspired by Harlem.
Harlem, NY
Harlem restaurant serving Italian- and Spanish-inspired dishes with a curated wine list.
Harlem, NY
Black-owned craft beer bar spotlighting brews from Black and minority-owned breweries.
Harlem, NY
Café by the Ginjan Bros serving a traditional West African spiced ginger juice and coffee.
Harlem, NY
Chef Charles Gabriel's legendary pan-fried chicken, a Harlem institution and James Beard honoree.
Harlem, NY
Family-owned Harlem bakery famous for its red velvet cake and sweet potato cheesecake.
Harlem, NY
Chef JJ Johnson's fast-casual rice bowl concept celebrating rice as a global connector.
Brooklyn, NY
Multi-purpose Fulton Street establishment serving as a café by day and a restaurant, bar, and live music venue by night.
Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn's beloved plant-based Ethiopian restaurant serving traditional dishes with modern flair in Bushwick.
New York, NY
Gramercy Park restaurant blending Senegalese and French culinary traditions with locally sourced ingredients.
Brooklyn, NY
Bed-Stuy wine bar offering an eclectic wine list, craft cocktails, and globally inspired small plates in a relaxed setting.
Brooklyn, NY
Haitian-American café, cocktail bar, and brunch spot in Bushwick featuring Caribbean-inspired food and live jazz nights.
New York, NY
Lower East Side pizzeria known for high-quality, craft-milled flour pizza made from scratch in a classic New York style.
Brooklyn, NY
Modern plant-based Ethiopian restaurant on Franklin Avenue offering reimagined traditional dishes, brunch, and cocktails.
Jamaica, NY
Queens institution serving authentic Guyanese and West Indian dishes, pastries, and baked goods since the 1980s.
New York, NY
Marcus Samuelsson's celebrated Harlem restaurant honoring the neighborhood's legacy as a cultural crossroads with comfort food classics.
New York, NY
Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi's Afro-Caribbean restaurant at Lincoln Center blending West African, Caribbean, and NYC flavors.