The response to my original Black-Owned Restaurants in Durham, North Carolina blog article has been so great. I received so many requests to revise the list with additional black owned restaurants and it was a no brainer to create an additional list with more places to treat your taste buds. Here are additional locally black owned eateries in Durham, North Carolina you can patronize and keep money in the community. I love to shop small, buy local and support black business owners in my community.
Roy’s Kountry Kitchen: If you want some down home rich southern cooking in your system, this is the place to be. It’s a staple for soul food in the community. I have a really bad sweet tooth so you know I am exploring the dessert menu immediately. Maybe even before the entrée. 2514 Fayetteville St. Durham, NC 27707
Nzinga’s Breakfast Café: Known for Southern Breakfast Favorites like Chicken & Waffles, Eggs, Grits, Home Fries & Biscuits! Yes Please!!!!! Chef Zuri Hester is known for some spicy flavor combinations and I’m here for it. 826 Fayetteville St. Ste. 110 Durham, NC 27701 Nzinga’s Breakfast Café
V’s Kitchen: If you want some southern style like home cooking for your soul, V’s Kitchen is where to go. They offer dishes like Chicken n’ Dumplings, Smothered Pork Chops, Macaroni and Cheese, Sweet Potato Fluff, Banana Pudding and so much more. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. 2945 S. Miami Blvd. Ste.127 Durham, NC V’s Kitchen
Chicken Hut: Offering a variety of delicious food. The menu changes daily giving you new options to choose from each day of the week. They are known for the BEST fried chicken around. I just like options, that’s sure to keep me coming back on a regular basis. I’m such a foodie! 3019 Fayetteville St. Durham, NC 27707 Chicken Hut
Catering by George: This community staple offers a variety of tasty food options. You have your choice of BBQ, Homemade Sides, Homemade Cakes & Pies, Fried Fish, Sirloin Burgers, Hot Dogs, Fish Subs, Chicken & Steak Phillies and so much more… 2504 Fayetteville Rd. Durham, NC 27707
JC’s Kitchen: Known for its excellent southern menu you can get Smothered Turkey Legs, Cube Steak, Chicken, Fried Fish, Oxtails, Rice, Candied Yams, Cabbage, Slaw, Grits, Salmon Cakes, Collard Greens and Black Eyed Peas just to give you an idea… 706 East Main St. Durham, NC 27701
New Visions of Africa: African Soul Food is what you find at New Visions of Africa. Fried Chicken and Fish are always on the menu. Smothered Chicken, Chicken Curry, Collard Greens, Candied Yams, Rice, Corn Bread among other menu items… 1306 Fayetteville Rd. Durham, NC 27707
Goorsha: If you are ready to get your traditional Ethiopian cooking you need to visit Goorsha. Located at 910 W. Main St. Durham, NC 27701 They also offer Vegan options. Goorsha Durham
Boricua Soul: How about some Puerto Rican Soul Food Fusion to quench your palette. Located at the American Tobacco Campus 406 Blackwell St. #150 Durham, NC 27703 Bonus: The Soul Patrol Food Truck. Boricua Soul
Skewers Bar & Grill: American Bar & Grill with some of your favorite bar menu appetizers and entrees. Full Bar and a full line up of nightly entertainment. Located: 1013 W. Main St Durham, NC 27707 Skewers Bar & Grill
Jeddah’s Tea: If you’re looking for a vegan-friendly and fair trade tea source then you’ll find that at Jeddah’s Tea. They have a variety of herbs and spices to prepare authentic and traditional tea blends. Located: 123 Market St Ste A Durham, NC 27701 Jeddah’s Tea
Nolia Family + Coffee: Did someone say… Family Friendly Coffee Shop? I mean the “Little People” have their own menu and the adult menu offers healthy options to go with your coffee. Located: 1004 Morning Glory Ave Durham, NC 27701 Nolia Family + Coffee
Debbie Lou’s Biscuit Sandwich Shop: Buttermilk Biscuits made with soft winter wheat adorned with Cilantro Buttered Lobster, Chipotle Blueberry Chicken or Cajun Duck just to name a few. Also, ejoy grit bowls, sweet biscuits, delicious sides and tasty wings. Located: 5410 Hwy 55 Suite AJ AK. Durham, NC 27713 (Inside of True Flavors Diner) Debbie Lou’s Biscuit Sandwich Shop
Urel’s Jamaica House: Get your favorite Jamaican fix! Cornmeal Porridge, Green Banana, Beef Patties, Jerk Chicken, Oxtail, Rice & Peas, Plantains. Located: 3825 S. Roxboro St. Suite 123 Durham, NC 27703 Urel’s Jamaica House
Sho Nuff Seafood: Such a good variety of seafood plates. You can also enjoy combos with your favorite seafood choice and sides with that Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce. Yum! Located: 1058 W. Club Blvd. Durham, NC 27701 (Northate Mall) Sho Nuff Seafood
Sweet’s Smoothies: Juice & Smoothie Shop that also serves Smoothie Icy, Parfaits and healthy wraps. Located: 2506 Fayetteville St. Durham, NC 27707 Sweet’s Smoothies
(Black-Owned Area Franchises)
Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries: Retro-Themed Franchise with a 1950’s Old Fashioned Soda Fountain Look with some amazing Burgers, Fries, Onion Rings and Milk Shakes. 1517 Glenn School Rd. Durham, NC 27704 Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries
Captain D’s: Seafood Fast-Food Chain serving Fresh Fish & Shrimp Combos. Sides include coleslaw, French fries, side slad, green beans, okra, broccoli, baked potato, corn, mac & cheese and loaded bake potato. 2307 NC-54 Durham, NC 27713 Captain D’s
Denny’s: It’s a casual diner atmosphere serving an all American Menu. You can also get breakfast all day long. It’s open 24 hrs a day. 7021 NC-751 #901 Durham, NC 27707 Denny’s
Smoothie King: Make Custom-Blended Smoothies with Real Fruit, Pure Juices, and Nutritional Supplements. There are chains all over the United States. Smoothie King
Edible Arrangements: Fresh Gourmet Gift Baskets made of fresh and chocolate-dipped fruit. The arrangements are beautiful and delicious. 5832 Fayetteville Rd. Ste 107 Durham, NC 27713 Edible Arrangements
Chick-fil-A: All things Chicken! Sandwiches, Strips, Nuggets, Salads and Sides. Kings Plaza Shopping Center 3429 Hillsborough Rd. Durham, NC 27705 Chick-fil-A
If you missed the first article featuring Black-Owned Restaurants in Durham, NC you can take a look at it here. #GoodEats