Enjoy Meals Under-$15 at Cincinnati Black-owned Restaurants

At an affordable price, grab a bite to eat at a local Black-owned restaurant!

Cincinnati’s dining scene is diverse, with Black-owned eateries serving low-cost, tasty meals. Enjoy African flavors, classic BBQ, comforting soul food, and spicy Jamaican dishes. Find a feast for under $15 and support local businesses.

Cincinnati’s under-$15 Black-owned restaurant gems all offer a warm welcome and dishes full of flavor, perfect for food lovers looking for quality on a budget. Discover Cincinnati’s hidden treasures where community and cuisine come together.

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Cincinnati Black-owned Restaurants with Meals Under $15

1 Smokin Ash Hole 

Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery 
100 S Cooper Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45215 (Lockland) 
513-866-2631 
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Meal: 10-piece smoked wings with one choice of side ($14). Sides include potato salad, classic coleslaw, collard greens, fried cabbage, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, yams, cream corn, and more.  

C & M BBQ Grill 

Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery 
6457 Kennedy Avenue, 45213 (Kennedy Heights) 
513-631-8888 
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Meal: Jerk chicken meal combo ($14) jerk chicken with two sides. Pulled pork dinner combo ($10). Sides include baked beans, cheesy, savory potatoes, mashed potatoes, gravy, steamed or roasted vegetables, mac and cheese, chopped slaw, rice and beans, macaroni, spinach, potato salad with bacon, and more.

Catherine’s Good Eats 

Dine-in, Takeout 
Note: Only open on Sundays
122 W Wyoming Avenue, 45215 (Lockland) 
513-873-4521 
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Meal: Fried cod or tilapia fish ($7), crispy seasoned fries ($4), side dishes like mashed potatoes, and veggies like juicy green beans, broccoli, or cauliflower. ($4). Total: $15. 

Chef Nem Kitchen

Takeout, Delivery
3305 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45229 (Avondale)
513-602-8082
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Meal: Lemon garlic salmon fires ($15)

Flavors of the Isle Jamaican Cuisine 

Dine in, Takeout
1807 Elm Street, 45202 (OTR) 
513-301-0131 
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Meal: The Bob Marley salad with ginger vinaigrette ($9) or sliced jerk ribs tips with one side ($14.95). 

Goodie’s Southern-Style BBQ 

Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery  
7440 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45231 (Mt. Healthy) 
513-264-1631 
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Meal: Beef brisket sandwich or three-piece fried whiting plate with two sides ($13.25)

Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant 

Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery  
5070 Crookshank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45238 (Western Hills) 
513-429-4890 
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Specific meal: Kifto: spiced minced meat seasoned with herb butter and hot red pepper (mitmita) served with unique shredded cheese seasoning ($13.50). Or zilzil tibs: finger leg strips of lean beef with onion, tomatoes, and green chilies in an assortment of herbs and spices ($12.99).

Island Frydays 

Takeout, Delivery  
2826 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45219 (Clifton) 
513-246-4182 
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Meal: Jerk combo ($12) or fish sandwich combo ($12) with side options like jerk patties, pasta, noodles, cabbage, and greens.

Just Cookin BBQ 

Dine-in, Takeout 
1144 California Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45237 (Bond Hill) 
513-641-3663 
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Meal: Salmon Croquettes with rice, cornbread, and choice of one side ($14). The sides include greens, fried green tomatoes, mac and cheese, and yams.  

J&W Bar-B-Que Restaurant 

Takeout, Delivery 
3001 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45206 (Walnut Hills) 
513-578-9870
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Meal: Porkchop or chicken dinner combo with two sides ($13). Sides include greens, yams, cabbage, mac and cheese, slaw, fries, and potato salad.

Katch the Kitchen 

Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery  
4172 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223 (Northside) 
513-873-6866 
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Meal: Salmon quesadilla with house-made taco sauce ($15) 

Pluto’s Café 

Dine-in, Takeout 
1817 West Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45239 (North College Hill) 
513-817-7142 
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Meal: Baked glazed salmon with two sides ($14.99)  

Park Place Restaurant 

Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery   
1185 Kemper Meadow Drive #4118, Cincinnati, OH 45240 (Forest Park) 
513-825-8888 
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Meal: Flavorful roast turkey tips with two sides ($14.99)

Teranga Restaurant 

Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery  
8438 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45216 (Hartwell) 
513-821-1300 
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Meal: Dibi: smoked lamb marinated with seasoned onions served fresh from the skillet ($15), or vegetarian plate: veggie options like rice, peas, cabbage, plantains, and special garlic sauce ($10).

Visit Cincinnati Black-owned eateries for lunch or dinner and enjoy a delicious and hearty meal at an affordable cost. Each establishment’s unique ambiance, menu, and culinary offerings contribute to the richness of the city’s dining scene. Whether on a weeknight or weekend, try any of Cincinnati’s under-$15 Black-owned restaurant gems highlighted in the article.

Whether craving a platter of soul food, Caribbean cuisine, comfort food like stew, or something completely new, allow a Cincinnati chef to cook and serve a delicious meal. The culinary skills of the following African American chefs and cooks are on full display. Don’t miss the cookbook-inspired dishes with plenty of leftovers, and enjoy a comforting bowl of goodness.

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. Ohio public health records can be requested at any time.

Businesses featured in this article are in The Voice of Black Cincinnati database. Feel free to submit businesses to the database to be considered for this and future publications.

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