Over 40 outstanding Black-owned Cincinnati restaurants are open for dine-in, carry-out, curbside service, and delivery.
Check out Cincinnati’s favorite Black-owned restaurants, from dining-in to food trucks and more! Below is a list of the best Black-owned restaurants, food trucks, and more in Cincinnati for the foodies to try.
Going to the following Black-owned businesses contributes to the growth and prosperity of the Black community in Cincinnati. So why not try something new and support a local business today?
The Cincinnati Black-Owned restaurants listed below are primarily Black-owned. The culinary skills of the following African American chefs are on full display. This article is as current as the publication date. Readers are encouraged to confirm the information before acting.
Looking for a restaurant cuisine type or a specific food service in Cincinnati?
Use the table of contents below:
- Restaurants with Table Service
- Soul
- African and Caribbean
- Breakfast/Coffee
- BBQ
- American
- Food Trucks and Pop-up Food Stands
The following restaurants and cafés offer delicious food and a welcoming environment that celebrates and embraces the city’s diversity. Whether in the mood for soul food, Caribbean cuisine, or something completely new, the following establishments have something for everyone.
Featured
Chef Nem Kitchen
Takeout, Delivery
Wings, tenders, shrimp, lamb, Cajun alfredo, specialty fries, and more for dinner.
3305 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45229 (Avondale)
513-602-8082
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Saturday Morning Vibes
Dine-in, Takeout
Breakfast sandwiches, muffins, bagels, parfaits, coffee, hot and cold cereal, and toppings for breakfast, lunch, or brunch.
3539 Reading Road, Suite 101, Cincinnati, OH 45229 (Avondale)
513-801-6058
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Cincinnati Black-owned Restaurants with Table Service
Park Place Restaurant
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Classic American dishes for lunch or dinner, like burgers, steaks, seafood, and more.
1185 Kemper Meadow Drive #4118, Cincinnati, OH 45240 (Forest Park)
513-825-8888
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Wing Champ
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
American-style fresh chicken wings come in several flavors, including Buffalo, BBQ, and Honey Garlic, for lunch or dinner.
2343 E Sharon Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241 (Sharonville)
513-772-4267
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Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Ethiopian chicken, beef, ribs, and vegetarian options for lunch or dinner.
5070 Crookshank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45238 (Western Hills)
513-429-4890
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The Aperture
Dine in
Mediterranean-style dishes like lamb shoulder, pasta dishes, bread, and beef tartare. For dinner.
900 E. McMillan Street, Cincinnati, OH 45206 (Walnut Hills)
513-550-0625
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Boomtown Biscuits and Whiskey
Dine-in, Takeout
Southern-cooked foods include biscuits, fried chicken, ribs, pork, whiskey, and more for lunch or dinner.
9039 US-42 Suite H, Union, KY 41091 (Union)
859-384-5910
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Nolia Kitchen
Dine-in, Takeout
New Orleans flavors with unconventional twists to familiar staples such as shrimp, crawfish, trout, and pork belly for dinner.
1405 Clay Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 (Downtown/Over-the-Rhine)
513-384-3597
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Southern Grace Eats
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Homestyle foods include meatloaf, country-fried steak, shrimp and grits, fried fish, fried chicken, pasta, and shepherd’s pie for lunch or dinner.
3751 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45212 (Evanston)
513-818-8182
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Soul Secrets
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Soul food staples include gumbo, jambalaya, fried catfish, shrimp, and grits for lunch or dinner.
1434 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 (Downtown/Over-the-Rhine)
513-721-7685
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Yakitori Hibachi Lounge
Dine-in, Takeout
Chicken, shrimp, steak, or filet mignon paired with fried rice or yakisoba noodles and cooked hibachi style.
7505 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237 (Roselawn)
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Cincinnati Black-owned Soul Restaurants
Pluto’s Café
Dine-in, Takeout
Homestyle foods include fried chicken, fish, burgers, seafood, and meatloaf for lunch or dinner.
1817 West Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45239 (North College Hill)
513-817-7142
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Catherine’s Good Eats
Dine-in, Takeout
Southern-cooked foods like collard greens, yams, meatloaf, mac and cheese, chili, and homemade soups for lunch or dinner.
122 W Wyoming Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45215 (Lockland)
513-873-4521
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Mz. Jade’s Soul Food
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Soul food favorites, including ribs, seafood, smothered pork chops, fresh homemade side dishes, desserts, and more for dinner.
1131 Central Avenue, Middletown, OH 45044 (Middletown)
513-571-1150
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Ollie’s Trolley
Takeout
Burgers, soul food, such as fried catfish, macaroni and cheese, black-eyed peas, gumbo, and jambalaya for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
1607 Central Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45214 (Downtown/The West End)
513-381-6100
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Cincinnati Black-Owned African and Caribbean Restaurants
Divine Appetite Cafe
Dine-in, Takeout
For lunch or dinner, authentic African food such as chicken, fish, goat, Waakye, and jollof rice.
8982 Cincinnati Columbus Road, West Chester, OH 45069 (West Chester)
513-777-2111
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Teranga Restaurant
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
West African and American fusion fataya, lamb dishes, vegetarian plates, senburgers, and jerk chicken for lunch or dinner.
8438 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45216 (Hartwell)
513-821-1300
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Island Frydays
Takeout, Delivery
Jamaican jerk chicken, seafood, sandwiches, and sides for lunch or dinner.
2826 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45219 (Clifton/Corryville)
513-246-4182
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Cincinnati Black-owned Breakfast/Coffee Shops
Black Coffee Lounge
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Sandwiches, cookies, cake, muffins, coffee, tea, and cold-pressed juice for breakfast, lunch, or brunch.
824 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 (Downtown)
513-802-5228
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BOL Acai Bowls
Dine-in, Takeout
Acai bowls with personalized toppings. Trendy and healthy as a breakfast, lunch, or dinner alternative.
2165 Central Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45214 (West End)
513-903-9636
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Cream + Sugar Coffee House
Dine-in, Takeout
Coffee, tea, smoothies, toast, yogurt bowls, salad, and pita mezze for breakfast or lunch.
3546 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45207 (Evanston)
513-731-0100
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French Toast Heaven
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Several flavors of French toast, chicken and waffles, avocado toast, breakfast bowls and burritos, and pork chops and eggs.
4877 Smith Road, West Chester, OH 45069 (West Chester)
513-795-6473
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Honey Uninhibited
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
French toast, grits, eggs benedict with oxtails, pancakes, and chicken and waffles.
50 E Rivercenter Blvd Ste 20, Covington, KY 41011 (Covington)
859-261-1222
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6 ‘N The Mornin’
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Pancakes, French toast, eggs, chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, omelets, and breakfast bowls.
1535 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206 (Walnut Hills)
513-221-0012
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Cincinnati Black-owned BBQ Restaurants
1 Smokin Ash Hole
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Authentic pit-smoked meats and soulful sides for lunch or dinner.
100 S Cooper Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45215 (Lockland)
513-866-2631
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Alabama Que
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Chicken, pork, turkey, beef, and salmon for lunch or dinner.
2733 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45219 (Clifton/Corryville)
513-376-8781
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Goodie’s Southern-Style BBQ
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Southern BBQ staples like ribs, fried catfish, and okra for lunch or dinner.
7440 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45231 (Mt. Healthy)
513-264-1631
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Just Cookin BBQ
Dine-in, Takeout
Mouth-watering BBQ and soul food classics and sides for lunch or dinner.
1144 California Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45237 (Bond Hill)
513-641-3663
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Just Q’in
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Barbecue chicken, beef, ribs, pastrami, and sides for lunch or dinner.
975 E McMillan Street, Cincinnati, OH 45206 (Walnut Hills)
513-477-6322
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Cincinnati Black-owned American Restaurants
Katch the Kitchen
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
American-style breakfast, wings, burgers, sandwiches, fish, chicken breast, and vegetarian options for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
4172 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223 (Northside)
513-873-6866
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C & M BBQ Grill
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Jerk chicken, ribs, pork, goat, turkey, and fish for lunch or dinner.
6457 Kennedy Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45213 (Kennedy Heights)
513-631-8888
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Cincinnati Black-Owned Food Trucks, Pop-up Food Stands, and Delivery Services
Looking for a quick, tasty meal on the go? The following Cincinnati Black-owned food trucks, pop-up food stands, and delivery services have covered it. From BBQ to vegan cuisine, Cincinnati’s Black-owned food trucks and pop-ups are a must-try for foodies on the move!
Best Thing Smokin’
BBQ, seafood, soul food, homemade sides, and desserts.
513-638-9990
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Just Jerks
Jerk chicken tacos and rice boxes.
513-645-3847
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Divine 9 Dines Food Truck
Hot dogs, street corn, nachos, tacos, bang bang shrimp, sandwiches
513-314-1501
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Herban Vegans
Vegan seafood, soups, sliders, and sides.
209-683-4267
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MUNCH!
A late-night brunch concept offers waffles, bowls, omelets, and more.
513-999-8888
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No Pork on My Fork
Breakfast options and tacos without pork.
513-915-3156
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Pata Roja Taqueria
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Mexico City-style street tacos topped with chicken, pork, steak, or veggies for dinner.
1208 Sycamore Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 (Downtown/Over-the-Rhine)
513-547-8226
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Scott’s Homestyle Cooking & Catering
Charcoal grilled BBQ, delicious homemade sides, tasty desserts.
513-825-5272
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Sewovi Foods
West African hearty stews, jollof rice, grilled meats, vegetarian-friendly options
513-216-4246
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The Bangin’ Grille
Ribs, chicken, salmon, burgers.
513-888-1318
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Turkeys “R” Us
Turkey legs and wings, chicken, ribs, burgers, and sides.
513-402-4004
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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.
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Cincinnati Black-owned restaurants provide something for everyone- soul food, BBQ, or vegan meals. By supporting the restaurants, customers may indulge in delectable food while helping create a more lively neighborhood. Try one of the many outstanding Cincinnati Black-owned restaurants highlighted in the article.
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Written by: Latoya Stiggers
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