10 Black Owned Businesses to Visit in Charlotte, NC

Black Owned Businesses in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte is home to so many diverse small businesses that make our city special! In honor of Black History Month, we’re highlighting some incredible Black-owned businesses in Charlotte, NC, that you can support not just this month, but all year long. From delicious local dining, to handmade bath and body products, to home goods, this list highlights some amazing Black-owned businesses right here in the Queen City!

BIRD PIZZERIA

Delicious East-coast style pizza spot owned by Kerrel and Nkem Thompson. Last year, Bird Pizzeria was voted one of the 22 BEST pizza spots in the United States by the New York Times! 

510 E 10th St | Instagram | Website

BEYOND AMAZING DOUGHNUTS 

Owned by Jasmine Macon, a school-educated pastry chef, Beyond Amazing Doughnuts brings unique flavors like Brown Butter w/ Sorghum Caramel, Black-Garlic Everything, and Chocolate Honeycomb!

1730 Abbey Pl | Instagram | Website

THE BROWN SUGAR COLLAB 

This woman-owned boutique offers a wide variety of bath, body, hair and skincare products as well as home fragrances developed by women of color. Browse their curated collections, or take a perfume and cologne making class!

417 S Cecil St | Instagram | Website

GOTHCA MATCHA 

Cozy cafe in Southend serving high quality matcha, espresso, and delicious pastries!

200 South Tryon St | Instagram | Website

ROMEO’S VEGAN BURGERS

 
Starting out as a food truck, Romeo’s Vegan Burgers grew into a brick and mortar location complete with a drive thru! Discover how delicious vegan food can be with their burgers, fries, and shakes.

5518 South Blvd. | Instagram | Website 

SOUTHERN LION 

Formerly known as the Black Lion, this curated home goods store rebranded as Southern Lion under Sonja P. Nichols and her son Richard Nichols III. You will find over 100 vendors with products ranging from beautiful home decor to unique artisanal gifts! 

11033 Carolina Pl Pkwy | Instagram | Website

SPICE 

Enjoy small plates, delicious cocktails and live music at this elevated eatery.

515 N Ellis Lane. | Instagram | Website

SPRINKLE

A unique and fun dessert bar in NoDa with a wide range of extravagant milkshakes and cocktails! You’ll also find coffee and light bites on the menu. 

3100 N Davidson St | Instagram
  

TWO SCOOPS CREAMERY

A Charlotte staple, Two Scoops Creamery was founded by three best friends who simply love ice cream! Known for their unique flavors, you can visit Two Scoops in Southend, Plaza Midwood, Lake Norman, Rock Hill, Mcadenville and Spartanburg.

Multiple Locations | Instagram | Website 

UPTOWN YOLK

A delicious spot for Southern-style brunch and dinner owned by Greg and Subrina Collier. Greg and Subrina were previously owners of Leah & Louise, now closed, which received acknowledgments from Esquire magazine and Bon Appetit, and named Top 20 in the Country by Global Tastemaker Awards! Uptown Yolk is their newest venture, which has received acknowledgments itself from Essence magazine and CBS mornings. 

1220 South Tryon St | Instagram | Website

Photo Credit: Clay Banks