Black-Owned Restaurants You Need to Try This Summer
From soul food classics to Caribbean flavors, BBQ favorites, and hidden gems
Support Local · Eat Well · Explore PittsburghPittsburgh’s Black Food Scene Is the Real Bucket List
Some of the best food in Pittsburgh is being made by Black-owned restaurants, cafes, and vendors across the city — from the Hill District to Homewood, the North Side to the East End. This summer, make it a mission to eat local, support Black entrepreneurs, and discover the flavors that make Pittsburgh’s food culture unique. Add these spots to your bucket list and check them off one by one.
Soul Food & Southern Comfort
5 spotsNestled inside the Lawrence Hall food court, this spot serves comforting, flavor-packed dishes like oxtails, turkey ribs, baked mac and cheese, and cornbread bowls.
A Strip District favorite specializing in premium comfort food — famous for signature wings, specialty waffles (Fruity Pebble, cookies & cream), ribeye dinners, and hot honey.
Highly rated for generous portions of fried catfish, ribs, collard greens, and candied yams. A go-to for made-from-scratch soul food.
Family-owned takeout spot serving traditional home-style cooking.
Comfort food classics and wings.
BBQ Bucket List Stops
3 spotsA Pittsburgh favorite for ribs, chicken, BBQ platters, and sides.
A longtime neighborhood favorite known for ribs, chicken, and classic BBQ flavors.
BBQ, seafood, ribs, and comfort food options.
Caribbean & Creole Flavors
5 spotsSituated in the heart of Downtown, this authentic West Indian spot serves robust island classics — smoky jerk chicken, curry goat, oxtail stew, and fresh Jamaican patties.
Traditional New Orleans-style home cooking with Creole spices and classic NOLA staples brought straight to Pittsburgh.
Jamaican and Caribbean-inspired dishes with soul food influences.
African cuisine and catering featuring bold flavors.
Ethiopian cuisine and cultural dining experience.
Brunch, Coffee & Sweet Treats
3 spotsClassic diner-style favorites and community vibes.
Coffee, pastries, soups, sandwiches, and neighborhood gathering space.
Ice cream, desserts, shakes, and sweet summer treats.
Night Out & Vibes
2 spotsRestaurant, bar, and nightlife destination.
Breakfast and lunch spot with community-focused appeal.
How Many Can You Check Off This Summer?
Eat your way through Black Pittsburgh. Track your progress and share with the community.
Black Pittsburgh Food Map — Coming Soon
Pittsburgh Urban Media is building an interactive map of Black-owned restaurants, vendors, and food businesses across the region. Know a spot that should be on the map? Let us know.
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