August was Black Business Month, and we spent it highlighting 52 Black-owned spots across Seattle that are shaping the city’s flavor, style, and spirit. From backyard BBQ joints and decadent dessert shops to trailblazing wineries and welcoming salons, these businesses reflect the kind of creativity, resilience, and community care that make Seattle such a dynamic place to live and eat. Whether you’re craving something sweet, searching for a new go-to salon, or looking to support local talent, our roundup offers plenty of ways to celebrate and uplift Black entrepreneurs all year long.
Here’s the comprehensive list, all in one spot!
10 Black-Owned Outdoor Dining Spots in the Greater Seattle Area:
The Lockspot Cafe (Ballard)
Owners: Alison Soike & Ryan Faniel.
Nearly a century of fish and chips fame just steps from the Ballard Locks.
Osteria La Spiga (Capitol Hill)
Owners: Sabrina Tinsley & Pietro Borghesi.
Northern Italian comfort food served in a rustic courtyard.
Marjorie (Capitol Hill)
Owner: Donna Moodie.
Eclectic Pacific Northwest plates in a lush, hidden garden patio.
Lenox (Belltown)
Owner: Jhonny Reyes
Afro-Latin soul from Chopped Champion Jhonny Reyes, with city views to match.
Bongos Cafe (Phinney Ridge)
Owner: Joseph Wilder.
Caribbean fare, tropical cocktails, and a sandy patio that feels like vacation.
Cafe Campagne (Downtown)
Owner: Daisley Gordon.
Classic Parisian bistro charm with patio seating in Pike Place Market.
Communion (Central District)
Owner: Kristi Brown.
Chef Kristi Brown’s “Seattle Soul” cuisine served on a patio designed for gathering.
Cafe Soleil (Madrona)
Owner: Kuri Teshome.
American breakfasts and Ethiopian dinners on a sunny neighborhood corner. .
Jerk Shack (Central District)
Owner: Trey Lamont
Bold Caribbean flavors from Trey Lamont, rooted in the neighborhood where he grew up.
Cafe Selam (Central District)
Owner: Abebu Wondem.
Beloved Ethiopian comfort food with outdoor tables perfect for soaking up the day.
6 Black-Owned Wineries in Washington:
🍇 LaShellé Wines (Woodinville)
Owner: Nicole Camp
A cozy, woman-owned tasting room offering handcrafted wines in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
🍇 Frichette Winery (Benton City)
Owners: Greg & Shae Frichette.
Smooth reds, stellar views, and heartfelt hospitality from a husband-and-wife duo passionate about wine and community.
🍇 Dossier Wine Collective (Woodinville + Walla Walla)
Owners: Sidney Rice & Tim Lenihan.
A modern, luxury label with big vision and bold blends — co-founded by former NFL star Sidney Rice.
🍇 Saanj Winery (Seattle-area pop-ups)
Owners: Shahron Chaudhry & Kye Freeman.
Flavor-forward wines made to match your vibe — no gatekeeping, just good wine and good energy.
🍇 Footprint Wine Tap (Capitol Hill)
Owner: Kenneth Dillon.
A pioneer in sustainable sipping, Footprint sources organic PNW wines and packages them to dramatically reduce waste.
🍇 On Blended Knee (Tacoma)
Owners: La’Rissa & Michael Dwyer.
A love story in every bottle, OBK makes wines themed around connection — like “First Dance” sauv blanc to “Ballroom Red” merlot.
11 Black-Owned Salons in the Greater Seattle Area:
💇🏾♀️ Coven Salon (Madison Valley) — Alexis Robinson offers cuts, color, loc care & more.
💇🏾 DEFINED Salon (Rainier Beach) — Zuleta Sawtell & Janeiro Watters are go-tos for locs, curls, protective styles & color.
💇🏾♀️ GinaHair Affair (Dunlap) — Gina Vaughns brings healthy hair care, custom cuts & extensions — featured in Ebony & Essence.
💇🏾 Good Hair Salon (Central District) — Michelle Clark leads Seattle’s first salon dedicated to the natural hair community.
💇🏾♀️ Life’s Salon (Dunlap) — Aisha Ellis blends cuts, color & care with her own product line and Seattle’s biggest hair shows.
💇🏾 Natural Legacies (Rainier Valley) — Michelle “Mimi” Lee specializes in braids, twists, locs & weaves with artistry and care.
💇🏾♀️ Rock Steady Hair (Ballard) — Alicia Pierson celebrates self-expression with 20+ years of hairstyling experience.
💇🏾 Six17 Salon (Downtown) — Jackie Christian empowers clients with expert natural hair care and education.
💇🏾♀️ Stone Atelier (Wallingford) — Sonja Dahlin pairs an upscale salon feel with approachable neighborhood vibes.
💇🏾 Vasuda Salon (Pinehurst) — Jessica & Emmett Henley style all textures while mentoring the next generation of stylists.
💇🏾♀️ Yvey (Capitol Hill) — Yvey Valcin brings global training and community care to help clients find their fit.
10 Black-Owned BBQ Spots in the Greater Seattle Area:
🍖 Berry’s BBQ (Burien) – A Burien staple for over a decade, reopened by Judy Berry in 2022 to honor her late brother, Rufus. Don’t miss the rib tip special — and yes, they cater.
🍖 C. Davis Texas BBQ (Renton) – Backyard smoker lessons from his great-grandmother, a dare from a buddy, and a $6K Texas smoker later… C. Davis is now serving up sell-out brisket, pulled pork, sausage links, and waffle fries.
🍖 Carolina Smoke BBQ (Bothell) – Lottery-winner-turned-pitmaster David Hayward uses wood (never gas or charcoal) for unmatched South Carolina flavor. Pulled pork, brisket, hot links, ribs — take your pick.
🍖 Clyde’s Southern BBQ (Renton) – Clyde mans the smoker, April stirs up the sides. Rib tips, fried okra, collard greens, cornbread… the smell alone will pull you in from blocks away.
🍖 Emma’s BBQ (Hillman City) – Tess Thomas channels her mother Emma’s recipes into plates piled high with brisket, pulled pork, mac and cheese, and plenty of Southern hospitality.
🍖 Off the Chain Southern BBQ (Bremerton) – Calvin B. Grant serves up brisket, mac and cheese, baked beans, and Texas Twinkies from a spot near Rolling Hills Golf Course.
🍖 Jones Original Barbeque (West Seattle) – A family tradition since 1989, Andreque Jones’ BBQ game is strong with brisket, ribs, mac and cheese, and baked beans.
🍖 Lil Red’s Takeout & Catering (Columbia City) – Erasto “Red” Jackson blends Jamaican flair with soul food favorites. Ribs, jerk chicken, rib tips, and mac and cheese that dreams are made of.
10 Black-Owned Desserts Spots in the Greater Seattle Area:
📍 Baked from the Hart (Mount Baker) – home of Seattle’s original bean pie
📍 Cakes of Paradise (Georgetown) – tropical cakes with island vibes
📍Dreamer Ice Cream (Tacoma) – milkshakes & big dreams
📍 Hot Chocolat (West Seattle) – Paris-trained chocolatier with bold flavors
📍Love by the Slice (Tacoma) – famous pound cakes & cookies by the half-pound
📍Ma & Pops (Leschi) – Caribbean + Southern-inspired ice pops
📍 Mini… The Dough-Nut (Des Moines) – made-to-order minis with punny names
📍Pinckney Cookie Café (Kirkland) – giant cookies, vegan miracles
📍Creamy Cone (Rainier Beach) – family-run scoops & daily waffle cones
📍PYC Sweets & Wine Bar (Federal Way) – cupcakes, wine, and community
📍 Scoop Du Jour Ice Creamery (Madison Park) – neighborhood scoops since ‘84
📍 Seattle Cinnamon Roll Co. (Woodinville) – drive-thru cinnamon roll heaven
📍 Shikorina Bakeshop (Capitol Hill) – ethical sweets with community roots
📍 Touba Bakery (Everett) – French pastry meets Senegalese soul
📍 Zuri’s Gourmet Donutz (Lynnwood) – galaxy swirls & wild, inventive flavors