Black-Owned Businesses in Washington, DC
Washington, DC has a long history of Black entrepreneurship, from U Street and Shaw to H Street and east of the river. Find Black-owned restaurants, bookstores, shops, fitness studios and arts organizations across the District.
Kindred Block lists 15 Black-owned businesses and Black-led organizations in Washington, DC, including 7 restaurants, 3 shopping, 3 beauty & grooming and 2 food & drink. A few to start with: Appioo African Bar & Grill, Ben’s Chili Bowl and Cane.
15 listings · Updated October 2026
Cities in Washington, DC
By category
Restaurants
African & EthiopianAppioo African Bar & GrillShaw bar and grill for Ghanaian home cooking and weekend live bands1924 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
American & Comfort FoodBen’s Chili BowlU Street diner famous for the DC half-smoke since 19581213 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009
CaribbeanCaneTrinidadian street food and rum on H Street NE403 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002
BBQDCity SmokehouseWood-smoked brisket, ribs and wings in Bloomingdale203 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
SeafoodFishScaleShaw counter for wild-caught fish burgers made fresh daily637 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
African & EthiopianHedzoleFast-casual Ghanaian bowls in Brightwood5505 Colorado Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011
Soul Food & SouthernOohh’s & Aahh’sLate-night soul food takeout on U Street since 20031005 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001Shopping
Beauty & Grooming
Skincare & EstheticsSkin Beauty BarCapitol Hill beauty bar for facials, waxing, sugaring and skincare749 8th St SE, 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20003
BarbershopsThe Lady Clipper Barber ShopBlack woman-owned U Street barbershop for fades, natural hair and color1514 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Hair SalonsThrive Hair BarH Street luxury natural hair salon with styling, braids and products528 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Health & Wellness
Questions people ask
What Black-owned restaurants are in Washington, DC?
Kindred Block lists 7 Black-owned restaurants in Washington, DC, including Appioo African Bar & Grill, Ben’s Chili Bowl, Cane, DCity Smokehouse and FishScale.
Where can I get a haircut, braids or nails done at a Black-owned shop in Washington, DC?
Try Skin Beauty Bar, The Lady Clipper Barber Shop and Thrive Hair Bar. Open a listing for services, hours and booking links.
Are there Black-owned coffee shops, bakeries or bars in Washington, DC?
Yes. Look at Appioo African Bar & Grill and The Spice Suite.
How many Black-owned businesses are in Washington, DC?
Kindred Block currently lists 15 in Washington, DC, and the list grows every week. Know one we are missing? You can add it for free.
Know a Black-owned business we are missing?
Listings on Kindred Block are free. Owners can claim and update their page any time.
