As I make my move to Atlanta, I’m on a mission to explore and support some of the dopest Black-owned restaurants in the city. From comfort food classics to creative bites, here’s where I’m pulling up first. Let’s make that magic — one bite at a time.
Sections
4
1. Soul Food & Southern Comfort
2. Brunch & Vibes
3. Sweet Tooth Fix
4. Street Food, Wings & Quick Eats
1. Soul Food & Southern Comfort
Chef Deborah VanTrece is a culinary queen. Elevated Southern dishes with modern twists — try the oxtail or fried chicken ramen.
Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours
A true ATL staple. Known for their fried chicken, mac & cheese, and legendary banana pudding. This spot’s been Black-owned since 1947 — it’s giving flavor and legacy.
Busy Bee Cafe - Atlanta
2. Brunch & Vibes
A Black-owned brunch hotspot with shrimp & grits, chicken & waffles, and mimosas that don’t quit. The vibe is A1 for weekend moves.
Toast On Lenox | Try New American Brunch | Atlanta, Georgia ...
Owned by celeb hairstylist Gocha Hawkins — fire breakfast bowls, salmon croquettes, and a good energy crowd.
Gocha's Breakfast Bar in Fayetteville and Cascade Atlanta
3. Sweet Tooth Fix
Known for their wild burgers, but their dessert collabs go crazy too. Try their boozy cupcakes or peach cobbler.
Slutty Vegan | Best Vegan Restaurant | Black Owned
A chill dessert lounge with bomb cupcakes and lattes. Perfect for late-night dessert cravings or a chill first date.
Locations - Kupcakerie
4. Street Food, Wings & Quick Eats
ATL-famous. Philly-style cheesesteaks with a Southern twist — get the beef or salmon cheesesteak egg rolls!
Big Dave's Cheesesteaks
Keep an eye on local events — ATL is known for fire wings at Black-owned pop-ups. Crack-seasoned, lemon pepper, honey hot… you already know.
Try everything halal | ATL wing spot 1860 Front St, East Meadow ...