Support Black-Owned Cafés Across 11 Cities
Written by Black Hot Fire Network Team on January 9, 2026
Starbucks is facing renewed scrutiny, prompting consumers to reconsider where they spend their money. A previous article highlighted Black-owned coffee and tea businesses as alternatives, a list that resonated with conscious consumers seeking value-aligned options.
Today, with this renewed focus on Starbucks, it’s an opportune time to revisit and expand the list of Black-owned cafés. These businesses embody ownership, culture, and the unique neighborhood connections that larger chains often lack.
New York City
NBHD Brulee is located in Harlem. Ginjan Cafe is also in Harlem. The Oma Shop II, a coffee shop, is in Harlem. Brooklyn Tea, a tea room, is in Bed-Stuy. Lips Cafe is in Flatbush.
Los Angeles
South LA Cafe is located in South Central. Hilltop Coffee and Kitchen has locations in Inglewood, DTLA, and Eagle Rock. Dubb’s Organic Coffee Blends is in West Hollywood. House Coffee Co is on West Jefferson Blvd.
Atlanta
Urban Grind is in West Midtown. Black Bean Coffee Co is in the West End. Black Coffee ATL is in Castleberry Hill. Portrait Coffee is in Southwest Atlanta.
Chicago
Sip and Savor is on the South Side. Afro Joe’s Coffee and Tea is in Beverly. Build Coffee is in Woodlawn. Overflow Coffee is in the South Loop. Muse Coffee Studio is in Little Italy (Near West).
Detroit
Detroit Sip is in the University District. Detroit Brew-ti-ful Coffee House is on Plymouth Rd. In Harmony Café Sweets and More is on Dexter Avenue. Simply Roasted is in Downtown Detroit.
Philadelphia
Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books is in Germantown. Coffee Cream and Dreams is in North Philadelphia. Brown Street Cafe is in Southwest Philly. Bower Cafe is in Center City. Haven Café is in Grays Ferry. Alif Brew and Mini Mart is in West Philly. Es Cafe Lounge is in Northern Liberties.
Washington, D.C.
Cafe Cino is in Dupont Circle. Sankofa Video Books and Cafe is on Georgia Avenue. Creative Grounds DC is on North Capitol Street. Little Food Studio is in Petworth. Grounded Plant Shop and Cafe is in Anacostia. Jaliyaa Coffee Truck and Catering is in Shaw.
Texas (Houston + Dallas–Fort Worth)
Houston
Day 6 Coffee Co. is in Spring Branch. LIT Java is in Pearland. Mo’ Brunch + Brews is in the Museum District. Kefita Coffee is in Midtown.
Dallas–Fort Worth
Soirée Coffee Bar is in Trinity Groves. Tre Stelle Coffee Co is in North Dallas. Brown Bag Coffees and Tea is in Northwest Dallas. Billie Joe Coffee Co is in Grand Prairie.
New Orleans
Backatown Coffee Parlour is in Treme. Cupcake Fairies Coffee is in Bywater. St. Noir is in the Lower Garden District. Up & Adam is in the Central Business District.
Seattle
Boon Boona Coffee has multiple locations. Avole Central District is in the Central District. Bonhomie Coffee Bar is in Labour Temple. Winnie’s Cafe is in Rainier Beach. The Station is in Columbia City.
These cafés represent local ownership, culture, and community. They offer spaces that larger chains often cannot replicate. If you are looking for a place to work, meet, or simply enjoy good coffee, these shops are worth supporting.
