Discover and support black-owned restaurants across LA starting August 23

Black Restaurant Week is back with its 7th annual campaign in the Los Angeles area. The event, which kicked off on August 23, invites foodies to explore and support Black-owned restaurants, food trucks and candy shops throughout the city and surrounding metropolitan areas, highlighting the diverse flavors and rich culinary traditions of African American, African and Caribbean cuisines.

Black Restaurant Week’s origins date back to Houston in 2016, where the inaugural event successfully showcased local black businesses. The positive response quickly led to the event expanding to over a dozen cities across the country, including Los Angeles, where it has become an annual tradition.

The 2024 Southern California edition features a wide range of participants, including iconic establishments such as Dulan’s Soul Food and A Family Affair Southern Cuisine in Park-Windsor Hills, Café Ruisseau and Cakes by Chante in Beverly Hills, and The Original Taco Pete, ONE876 Caribbean Restaurant and Worldwide Tacos on the Westside. For a full list of participating restaurants, visit the Los Angeles Black Restaurant Week website.

Black Restaurant Week is more than just an opportunity to enjoy great food—it’s a platform to celebrate and support the culinary contributions of black-owned businesses. This support is especially important as the restaurant industry continues to face significant challenges, making your participation in this event more important than ever.

“Since 2016, we have strived to differentiate ourselves from similar organizations,” said Falayn Ferrell, Operations Managing Partner of Black Restaurant Week, LLC. The campaign emphasizes the importance of community support and cultural appreciation, making it an important part of the culinary calendar in Los Angeles and beyond.