We tend to paint people in broad strokes. However, within those broad strokes is a lot of diversity and one small opportunity we have in this current moment is to open our eyes to the diversity around us.
Case in point: there’s a lot of culinary diversity just within the local Black restaurant community, from soul food to vegan to traditional African to classic American.
At Step Out Buffalo, we’re working to support local diversity and the local Black community in particular. While every business in Western New York has a story that deserves to be told, we think this is the time to provide a convenient list for our readers who want to open their wallets in support of Black-owned restaurants. If you’d like to join us, consider visiting one of the following establishments.
Did we miss one? Did one of these places close? Send us a note!
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Guide to Black-Owned Restaurants in Buffalo & WNY
A Great Plate Catering, LLC
895 N.Forest Rd Williamsville,, NY 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
A Great Plate Catering, LLC Established in 2015 , Provides Drop -off and Full Service for all your Catering need. We have maintained a reputation of excellence ...
A Taste of Soul
423 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14222 • $$$$$
Buffalo
We're an Take-out Soul Food Shack. We provide brunch $ dinner! We're open Wednesday- Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.'We Guarantee our Food to be Tasty!' Read ...
At Eleven Wings and Cuisines
3225 Main St Buffalo, New York 14214 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Soul food restaurant in the heart of Buffalo's University District serving wings in your favorite flavors, cuisines for every taste and best desserts. ...
Big Mama’s Hustle & Soul
934 Niagara Falls Blvd Buffalo, NY 14223 • $$$$$
North Towns
Soul food and barbeque restaurant ...
Brothers Restaurant & Bar
475 Ellicott St Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$$$$
Buffalo
A casual restaurant serving Western NY breakfast, lunch, & Dinner. Breakfast menu is served 8am to 11:30am Lunch & Dinner menu starts at 11:30 ...
Cake Crazy Bakery
2525 William St Cheektowaga, New York 14206 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Shetice Williams was born and raised in Buffalo, New York. Her passion for cooking started at the age of 10 when she realized she wanted to make people ...
Cantina Falls
310 Rainbow Blvd Niagara Falls, New York 14303 • $$$$$
Niagara County
Casual Mexican style restaurant in downtown Niagara Falls. Create your own burritos, bowls, tacos and more! ...
Caribbean Flava Inc.
2501 Pine Ave, Niagara Falls, NY 14301 • $$$$$
Niagara County
Caribbean Flava is a Food Truck that serves authentic Jamaican cuisine. The spices $ seasonings infused into are dishes are imported directly from the ...
Cataract House Restaurant
310 Rainbow Blvd Niagara Falls, NY 14303 • $$$$$
Niagara County
Established in 1825 along the banks of the Niagara River, the historic Cataract House was a world-renowned luxury hotel that became one of the most important ...
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Crenshaw’s Chicken And Waffles
701 Kensington Ave Buffalo, NY 14215 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Crenshaw’s Chicken And Waffles provides Comfort food. ...
Da Afrospot
265 Kenmore Avenue Buffalo, NY 14223 • $$$$$
North Towns
Mother-daughter duo bringing authentic, delicious Ghanaian food to the Buffalo community. Quality and freshness are our guaranteed trademark and we pride ...
Dirty Bird Chicken N’ Waffles LLC.
6004 Buffalo Ave Niagara Falls, New York 14304 • $$$$$
Niagara County
AWARD WINNING Food Truck bringing you a variety of fresh gourmet sandwiches based on Belgian waffles!! ...
Doctor Bird’s Rasta-Rant
3104 Main St Buffalo, NY 14214 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
At Doctor Bird’s Rasta-Rant, you will find a wide variety of your favorite Caribbean food and spices. ...
Em Tea Coffeecup Cafe
80 Oakgrove Ave Buffalo, New York 14208 • $$$$$
Buffalo
The EM Tea Coffee Cup Cafe, which has been in continuous operation since January 2000 (17 years and counting), and is located at 80 Oakgrove in the historic ...
F BITES Coffee & Kitchen
616 Niagara St Niagara Falls, NY 14303 • $$$$$
Niagara County
F BITES Coffee and Kitchen is a below-cost cafe that supports F BITES’ Workforce Development program by employing students from the in-school curriculum ...
F BITES Coffee & Kitchen – East Amherst
6545 Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051 • $$$$$
North Towns
Located in the Alden State Bank in East Amherst is F BITES, a student run coffee shop. ...
Flavors of Jean
192 Young St Tonawanda, NY 14150 • $$$$$
North Towns
Flavors of Jean is a one-of-a-kind culinary establishment with a menu inspired by the idea of simple and honest cooking. Starting in 2004, we developed ...
Freddy J’s BBQ
195 Grant St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Freddy J's Barbecue is one of Buffalo's best kept secrets, providing soul food with a touch of elegance. ...
G & B Fish, Shrimp and Chicken
1532 Genesee St Buffalo, NY 14211 • $$$$$
Buffalo
When you want a quick, delicious, affordable meal, count on G & B Fish, Shrimp and Chicken to fix you something you'll love. We use fresh ingredients ...
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Golden Cup Coffee
1323 Jefferson Ave Buffalo, New York 14208 • $$$$$
Buffalo
The BEST coffee around roasted and ground in house! We provide coffee to many local, businesses, churches and schools.Our wonderful staff delivers high ...
Guud & Evul Vegan Eats
21 Main St. Tonawanda, NY 14150 • $$$$$
North Towns
We don’t take any shortcuts when it comes to your food and service. In doing so, we’re able to offer our customers high-quality food ...
IKE & BG’s Rib House
1646 Genesee St Buffalo, New York 14211 • $$$$$
Buffalo
It's all about the ribs: half-rack, full-rack, spares, and sides. Take-out only, with a variety of dinner specials ...
Je Ne Sais Quoi
1633, Hertel Avenue, North Park Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Our company mission is to provide our customers with a memorable experience that combines the elegance of fine dining with nutritious comfort food that ...
Jeonis Wingstop
1085 E Ferry St Buffalo, NY 14211 • $$$$$
Buffalo
People can eat good pizza at this pizzeria. Every time you come here, you see the cool service. ...
Kalypso Restaurant
12 Winspear Ave Buffalo, New York 14214 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Kalypso restaurant is a Jamaican & American Cuisine Restaurant. ...
La Verdad Cafe Smoked House
116 Davey Street Buffalo, NY 14206 • $$$$$
Buffalo
La Verdad Cafe is known in Buffalo and around the globe for their Smoked Brisket and Burnt ends, Gouda Mac & Cheese and their kale Apple Slaw. ...
LaVerdad Cafe Deli
1194 E Lovejoy St, Buffalo, NY 14206 Buffalo, New York 14206 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Smokehouse, deli and the real deal in home cooking. Try the Mac 'n cheese. La Verdad Cafe is said to be Buffalo’s Best Smoked Bourbon ...
Libby’s Lemonade Stand
East Side Buffalo, New York 14210 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Libby's Lemonade Stand in Buffalo, NY is a small business owned by youth entrepreneur. Libby's Lemonade was founded in 2015 by Olivia Brooks, who was 5 ...
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Lloyal’s Famous Lasagna with a touch of soul
1122 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, NY 14222 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Lloyal’s Famous Lasagna with a touch of soul is focused on creating unique lasagna dishes but plans to expand into more soul food options. Lasagna is ...
Manna @Northland
683 Northland Ave Buffalo, New York 14211 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Manna has food for the soul. We serve daily specials, fried or baked chicken and fish, Vegetarian options, fresh baked sweets, and have real chefs creating ...
Margie’s Soul Food (Broadway Market)
999 Broadway Buffalo, NY 14212 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Come get your comfort food fix at Margie's Soul Food! When it comes to quality southern comfort, look no further than Margie's Soul Food. Dedicated to ...
Mike’s Steakhouse
3355 Bailey Ave Buffalo, NY 14215 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
The best steak subs in town! ...
Mother Cluckers
2 Old Falls St Niagara Falls, NY 14303 • $$$$$
Niagara County
The freshest local ingredients packed into amazing dishes that will light up your taste buds like never before! Peri Peri Chicken!!! If ...
Ms. Goodies
1836 Bailey Ave Buffalo, NY 14211 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Home of the Taste of Buffalo Award Winning "Junkyard Dog" ...
Munchie Manz
626 East Utica Street Buffalo, New York 14211 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Provide Quality Food At An Affordable Price And Offer Hand Crafted Accessories To Make Your Own Food As Good As Ours. ...
Myracle’s Restaurant
200 William Street Buffalo, NY 14204 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Myracle's is your go-to spot for Grandma's home cooking with a twist. Simply. Good. Food. ...
Nikki’s Chocolates WNY, LLC.
27 Chandler St Suite 205 Buffalo, New York 14207 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Nikki’s Chocolates offers delicious desserts, cakes and chocolates. Tasteful hand made creations that remind you of childhood baking with grandma. Choose ...
Pandora’s Sports Bar & Restaurant
2261 Fillmore Ave Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Pandora's Sports Bar $ Restaurant is family owned an operated and one of the best Soul Food Restaurants in the City of Buffalo. In existence since September ...
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Park Vue Soul Food Bar and Restaurant
34 South Crossman Ave Buffalo, NY 14211 • $$$$$
Buffalo
We are a family owned Soul Food Restaurant on the East Side of Buffalo. We are located at 34 S a Crossman Ave off of Genesee. ...
PAUSA Art House
19 Wadsworth Street, Buffalo, NY, USA Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
PAUSA art house is an award winning jazz, wine & tapas bar located in the Historic District of Allentown, Buffalo New York. PAUSA presents a wide ...
PhatCatz of WNY, Inc
965 Kensington Ave Buffalo, New York 14215 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
PhatCatz is a locally owned Restaurant serving comfort foods , Southern Cuisine, Southern Fish Fry and much more ...
Pine Hill Halal Market
2286 Genesee St Buffalo, NY 14225 • $$$$$
Cheektowaga and East
We specialize in Fried Fish and Soul food. At Pine Hill Halal Market we serve Shrimp, Catfish, Fried Chicken, Stuffed Tilapia, and more! We're not ...
Poize Restaurant and Lounge
2081 Niagara Street Buffalo, NY 14207 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Poize is WNY's preimer restaurant & lounge. Poize brings a unique elegant & savory twist to traditional American cuisine. ...
Ravelle Culinary Creations, LLC
37 Chandler St Buffalo, New York 14207 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Ravelle Culinary Creations, LLC was established by Lauren Gresham (Chef Elle) in Buffalo, NY in the fall of 2012. Chef Elle was trained at the International ...
Sunshine Vegan Eats
893 Jefferson Ave Buffalo, New York 14204 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Amazingly delicious food right in the heart of Buffalo, New York. We provide healthy options, fresh juices, and the best part is everything is plant based! ...
Sweets Lounge & Restaurant
2 Schreck Ave Buffalo, New York 14215 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Home of the best WINGS and all food ...
Swings Specialty Wings
2280 Fillmore Ave Buffalo, New York 14214 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Originating in Buffalo, New York Specialty Wings or Swings is Buffalo 1st Chicken Wings Specialist. Specializing in Chicken Wing Sauces $ Flavored Toppings ...
The Flaming Fish
535 Main St Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$$$$
Buffalo
When you’re craving fresh seafood, but don’t have the time to sit down at a restaurant and eat, we have an alternative option that you might’ve seen ...
The Flaming Fish – Food Truck
It Moves Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
When you're craving fresh seafood, but don't have the time to sit down at a restaurant and eat, we have an alternative option that you might've seen driving ...
The Groove Lounge
1210 Broadway St Buffalo, New York 14212 • $$$$$
Buffalo
The Groove Lounge is Buffalo, New York's Finest Specialty Restaurant doubling as the Metropolitan Area's Hottest Night Spot / Sports Bar! ...
The Hoagie Stop
220 Allen Street Buffalo, NY 14201 • $$$$$
Buffalo
The Hoagie Stop is the definition of delicious! Founded in 2018, we like to say we are bringing joy to Buffalo, and it’s something we plan to be doing ...
The Hoagie Stop #2
2195 Clinton St, West Seneca, NY 14206 • $$$$$
Buffalo
The Hoagie Stop is the definition of delicious! Founded in 2018, we like to say we are bringing joy to Buffalo, and it’s something we plan to be doing ...
The Oakk Room
1435 Main St. Buffalo, New York 14209 • $$$$$
Buffalo
The Oakk Room is a great place to get together with friends, family, and/or colleagues have a nice meal, and enjoy each others company. ...
The Traphaus
Buffalo Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Simply put, we cater to your cravings! ...
Trice’s Tasty Treats
519 Lasalle Ave Buffalo, New York 14215 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
We specialize in custom Cakes and Cupcakes,We offer a wide variety of desserts. All of our desserts are baked from scratch and made fresh to order. We ...
Unapologetic Coffee
1375 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14209 • $$$$$
Buffalo
At Unapologetic Coffee Co. we aim to provide small batch, roasted quality coffee direct to consumers as well as small businesses. Specifically, looking ...
Uplift Nutrition
2815 Delaware Ave Unit M Kenmore, NY 14217 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Uplift Nutrition is a Healthy Hangout Spot offering energy refreshers and healthy smoothies. Read Our Article About Their Opening [sm_anypost columns="1" ...
WING KINGS 716
484 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Gourmet chicken wings cooked to perfection, tossed in a plethora of sauces fresh ingredients and seasonings to meet any and all tastebuds.. 30+ flavors ...
WRA Buffalo Wing Spot
426 Hertel Ave Buffalo, NY 14207 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
At WRA Buffalo Wing Spot, we take pride in our wings. Our chicken wings restaurant features some of the finest, freshest products and ingredients around. ...
Yalleys African Restaurant
290 Kenmore Ave Buffalo, NY 14223 • $$$$$
North Towns
Welcome to Yalleys Restaurant Buffalo NY. Yalleys restaurant is a West African cuisine from a Ghana recipe cooking base. Yalleys serve authentic traditional ...
Did we miss one? Did one of these places close? Send us a note!
This post was originally published in June 2020 and has been updated.
