Find and support Black-owned restaurants.

Search by city, then narrow your choices.

Location matters when searching for Black-owned restaurants. Include a city or neighborhood in your search, especially when planning a visit somewhere new. In BlackKarat, you can search another city rather than rely on your device location, browse business categories, and use the map to explore your options.

Think beyond a single restaurant category: cafes, coffee shops, bakeries, and other food businesses may fit your plans too. A convenient location, the right hours, and a menu that suits your group can be as important as finding a new favorite.

Understand what “Black-owned” is based on.

Business ownership can change. A directory label should explain its basis rather than suggest every business has been reviewed in exactly the same way. BlackKarat distinguishes research-supported identification, approved owner claims, and staff verification.

• Identified: research found a citable source identifying Black ownership.
• Owner Confirmed: an ownership claim was reviewed and approved.
• Verified by BlackKarat: our team attested to Black ownership.

These labels are not a guarantee of food quality, service, or current details. If you know a listing is inaccurate, request a correction or ownership review. No purchase is required.

Check the details before you go.

Confirm opening hours, the address, reservation requirements, and any dietary or accessibility needs directly with the restaurant. Photos, ratings, and directory descriptions can help you explore, but they do not replace current information from the business. BlackKarat's business-detail screens provide call, website, and directions actions to help you take that next step.

Turn discovery into ongoing support.

Save a place you want to try, share a business with friends, and return to the places you enjoy. When possible, use the business's own contact and ordering channels. Supporting Black-owned businesses is not limited to dining: the same discovery habits can help you find shops, salons, professional services, and other local businesses.