Support Local Black-owned Restaurants
Black-owned Businesses are finally receiving widespread support and here is how you can keep the torch ablaze. Choosing to intentionally shop at a black-owned businesses strengthens the local black economies. This creates more jobs for Black people, and helps to bridge the existing wealth gaps.
Many black business owners are already beginning to see the growth in their business just from recent support; something so simple as being featured in blogs or posts shared on social media. Spreading the word is such an easy gesture that goes a long way.
Let's Stand Together to End Systemic Racism by making a commitment to Shop at the local black-owned businesses within our community. It takes more than just a one-time purchase; continued support year round will bring change. We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite local black-owned restaurants that we love.
Georgia’s Restaurant
When you taste their food, you'll taste the love and devotion that makes Georgia’s Soul Delicious! Owner Gretchen Shoemaker long held a catering business that served the best that soul food has to offer; from black eyed peas to mustard greens to fried pork chops slathered in gravy—all dishes based upon her own mother and grandmother’s recipes being passed on from daughter to daughter.
Georgia’s fills a gap in the soul food scene that was once thriving in North and West Long Beach by offering Cajun, Creole, and other Southern Cuisines.
Str8 up Tacos
Tacos Filled with Fun and Flavor! Str8 up tacos was born from the simple premise of creating and eating healthy foods that nourish the mind, body and soul. Named by OC weekly's as Best Vegetarian Tacos, they have a vegan-friendly menu with items such as their Jackfruit Taco and Roasted Brussel Sprouts Taco. Everything is vegan, down to their chipotle sauce. Don't let this hole-in-the-wall fool you; their flavors will have you back for more.
They are currently offering Takeout and Delivery.
Devi’s Donuts & Sweets
Devi's Donuts & Sweets is a family owned business that strives to make and keep happy customers by providing the community with wonderful tasting donuts and sweets.
Currently, they operate in one of the local Long Beach Farmers Market located at Bixby Park (130 Cherry Ave) on Saturday's from 10AM - 3PM. They also offer local deliveries as well. If you're in the mood for great tasting donuts and sweets, you know where to look.
The Nest: A Breakfast Joint
Rise and Shine, You won't want to miss breakfast here! The Nest: A Breakfast Joint opened in 2014 and offers a tasty spin on Breakfast with a Menu that has an array of plates; from Chilaquiles to the Paleo Healthy Option, there's something for everyone.
They are only open for Takeout and Delivery at this time with the option to place your order online through their website.
Vanilla Black Coffee
This tiny, aesthetic coffee shop sits in Echo Park in the heart of Los Angeles. Opened in 2017 by Vanessa Butler, VanillaBlack serves authentic coffee that is affordable. Their most affordable drink is their 12-ounce coffee priced at $3. They serve coffee from Cafecito Organico, a LA-based sustainable coffee producer. Many of the inspirations for their drinks is from their employees, friends, and family members. And if you’re hungry, be sure to grab a freshly baked muffin. Right now, they are only open for Takeout and outdoor seating.
Gram’s Kitchen
Southern comfort and hospitality is what they specialize at Gram's. Their menu is the perfect mesh of fresh California flavors and the energy of N'awlins which cannot be duplicated. Their generous portions of traditional Southern dishes like crawfish cakes, fried okra, and spicy jambalaya will leave your tastebuds excited and satisfied. They are currently offering Takeout, and Curb-side services. Orders can be made over the phone.
Soul Food Renaissance
Hungry for some finger-licking good food? Look no further. It's called the Sweet Home Cafe to locals, where you have the option to mix your dishes from different regions such as the Deep South, N'awlins, the low country and Texas.
This is not a restaurant where anyone leaves hungry, especially with dishes such as short ribs, catfish and tasty sides. Their large portions and great customer service keeps customers returning back for more.
