Eat at Cincinnati Black-Owned Restaurants for Caribbean Jerk, West African Stews, and More!
Cincinnati African and Caribbean restaurants serve traditional dishes like jerk chicken, jollof rice, pepper soup, and curry goat with recipes passed down through generations and cultures. Many locations feature casual or festive atmospheres with reggae, Afrobeats, or soul music playing alongside colorful decor and artwork. Black-owned African and Caribbean restaurants across the city offer bold flavors, generous portions, and cultural dining experiences for lunch, dinner, and weekend gatherings.
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Kavod Bethel African and Caribbean Market
Grocery store
5582 Eureka Drive, Hamilton, OH 45011 (Woodsdale)
513-578-3802
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A grocery store offering ethnic teas, beverages, sauces, herbs, grains, fresh produce, sweets, African art, clothing, and more. The store aims to take each customer through Africa, one product at a time.
Cincinnati Black-Owned African Restaurants
Darou Salam
Dine-in, Takeout
4163 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223 (Northside)
513-681-3663
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Darou Salam is a halal restaurant offering West African inspired dinner and lunch entrees, lunch specials, vegetarian food, and desserts. The menu features dishes such lamb kabobs, grilled lamb, fried whole chicken, and fish as well as sides such as salad, vermicelli, couscous, White Rice, French Fries, Plantain
Divine Appetite Cafe
Dine-in, Takeout
8982 Cincinnati Columbus Road, West Chester, OH 45069 (West Chester)
513-777-2111
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The perfect destination for delicious traditional African cuisine, with favorites like waakye, Jollof Rice, fufu, yams, banku, stews, seafood, and more. The menu even features home-style dishes like fried chicken, pepper pork chops, grilled tilapia, and more.
Mama Afrique Nigerian Cuisine
Take-out
513-480-2554
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Mama Afrique features Nigerian classics, such as meat pies, jollof rice, fufu, and egusi soup. Side options include plantains, egg, and stir-fry. Started by a mother-daughter duo, this eatery brings authentic Nigerian flavors to the Cincinnati Tri-state area through a mobile kitchen experience.
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Teranga Restaurant
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
8438 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45216 (Hartwell)
513-821-1300
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The African and American fusion restaurant offers fataya, lamb dishes, vegetarian plates, senburgers, and more. The menu even features Jamaican dishes like jerk chicken, ginger curry goat, soup, chicken, oxtails, and red snappers.
Cincinnati Black-Owned Caribbean Restaurants
Big Jays Place
Dine-in, Takeout
930 Hempstead Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45231 (Finneytown)
513-493-4010
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Caribbean restaurant specializing in jerk chicken, oxtail stew, and Rasta Pasta, as well as vegetarian options such as Caribbean stir fry and veggie lasagna. Owner and head chef Jason Howard makes all dishes from scratch and uses traditional Caribbean spices and cooking techniques. The primary mission is to provide customers with the best Caribbean dining experience possible.
Island Frydays
Take-Out
5835 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45224 (College Hill)
513-498-0680
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A Caribbean restaurant serving jerk chicken, curried shrimp, whiting, goat, oxtail, and red snapper, as well as sides such as rice, peas, pasta, plantains, greens, and fries. The eatery also has coco bread for dessert and sweet drinks such as ginger fruit punch and pineapple sweet tea.
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Scoop Dawg’s Caribbean Restaurant
Dine-in, Takeout
6305 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45216 (Elmwood Place)
513-407-7080
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A Caribbean restaurant specializing in slow-cooked oxtails, spicy jerk chicken, and tender curried goat, each dish seasoned to perfection and made fresh to order. Sides like cabbage, rice, peas, and creamy mac and cheese complete every plate with a hearty, comforting balance.
Yard Vybz Nyaminz
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
9536 Cincinnati Columbus Road, Suite 20/23, West Chester, OH 45241 (West Chester)
513-644-2668
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Jamaican restaurant that specializes in dishes like goat stew, callaloo rice, pasta, fish, shrimp soup, and chicken entrées. The restaurant is an authentic Jamaican gem, and the brand celebrates the vibrant spirit of Jamaica. When stepping through the doors, customers will find a welcoming space, a fantastic theme, and an authentic Jamaican experience.
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Exploring Black-owned Caribbean and African restaurants in Cincinnati delights taste buds and supports local entrepreneurs. Each visit celebrates the community’s rich cultural heritage. Planning visits to these unique spots and inviting friends and family can enhance the experience.
Uplifting and celebrating the talented chefs and owners who bring diverse flavors to the city is crucial. Sharing favorite finds and encouraging others to support these businesses ensures that Black-owned Caribbean and African restaurants in Cincinnati thrive and remain an integral part of the community.
All restaurants are subject to an Ohio health inspection. Health inspections are periodic check-ins to ensure restaurants are running safely and clean for guests. Food safety certifications are given to restaurants that meet the current food safety standards.
The businesses featured in this article are listed in The Voice of Black Cincinnati’s database and meet all submission criteria. Business owners interested in being considered for this or future articles must submit to the database. The Voice of Black Cincinnati is excited to highlight more Black-owned eateries.
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