Looking for a comforting hot cup or a refreshing cold brew while support your community? Check out these Black-Owned Coffee Shops and Cafes in Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, and the DC Area.
PHILADELPHIA
LUCKY GOAT COFFEE HOUSE
Lucky Goat Coffeehouse is a family-owned Coffeehouse in the Brewerytown section of Philadelphia committed to community, craft beverages, and presenting the arts and culture of Africa to the people of Philadelphia in an uplifting and educational forum. (888 N 26th Street, Philadelphia, PA)
BOWER CAFE
Located in Philadelphia’s Washington Square West neighborhood and created by Thane Wright, Bower Café evokes pleasant days spent meeting and greeting new people while enjoying a classic open face sandwich in hand – along with a delightful coffee. (263 S 10th Street, Philadelphia, PA)
COFFEE CREAM AND DREAMS
Coffee Cream and Dreams pride themselves on providing organic, fair trade tea and coffee. We work with local dairy suppliers and bakeries to source the freshest, highest quality offerings. The perfect spot to spend a long coffee date enjoying hot or cold coffee and delicious pastries. (1500 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY
THE GRIND SHOP
Established in 2015, The Grind Shop is the result of 3 partners (from varying fields of fashion, food, and design) and their obsession with coffee and the ‘coffee culture’. The specialty coffee shop looks to bridge communities one cup of coffee at a time. (360 Communipaw Ave, Jersey City, NJ)
BROOKLYN KETTLE CAFE
Nestled in the heart of Bed-Stuy Brooklyn, Brooklyn Kettle is a First-Generation, Family-Owned business offering the highest quality farm-to-table coffee beans, artisanal eats, and curated goods from all over the world. (385 Tompkins Ave, Brooklyn, NY)
BITTERSWEET COFFEE
The Brooklyn-based coffee shop serves fair-trade, organic, classic coffee along with sandwiches, and baked goods created in-house. The perfect stop while strolling around Fort Greene. (180 Dekalb Ave. Brooklyn, NY)
PLAYGROUND COFFEE
Based in Bed-Stuy, Playground Coffee is more than a place to grab an amazing cup of coffee. The Coffee Shop is committed to serving their community through community workshops, providing literature as a bookstore, hosting food drives and community fridges, providing a space to exchange art and ideas, and more. Stop by for a great cup but stay to become a part of something bigger. (1114 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY)
ON DEKALB
On Dekalb is a wellness inspired coffee shop that creates daily rituals to support your balanced lifestyle. The coffee shop also doubles as a yoga studio hosting The BK Yoga Club. (704 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY)
CHICAGO
Located in Chicago’s Southside, Sip & Savor serves certified fair trade coffee from around the world, as well as a wide selection of teas, mochas, frappes, lattes and blended drinks. Breakfast is their secret weapon, with a plethora of drink menu options—in addition to delicious pastries and small bites from local bakeries. (4 locations in Chicago)
BATTER AND BERRIES
Known for their famous french toast flight, Batter and Berries looks to offer the freshest food possible with flavors that make you come back for more. Through community partnerships, they’ve collaborated with several local artisans, craftspeople and purveyors to provide a uniquely Chicago experience. (2748 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL)
DC/VIRGINIA
SALAMANDER RESORT AND SPA
Located in historic Middleburg, Virginia, Salamander Resort & Spa is a Forbes Five-Star resort combining artfully designed facilities with unparalleled experiences, resting on 340-acres framed by the Blue Ridge Mountains, lush vineyards, and horse farms. (500 North Pendelton St, Middleburg, VA)
IDIDO COFFEE HOUSE
Named after the Gedeo area of Yirgacheffee, Ethiopia, a region that is known for producing clean bright washed coffees dominated by citrus flavor, Idido Coffee house consistently provides quality coffee, pastries and healthy light meals to the Arlington community. (1107 S. Walter Reed Dr., St 102, Arlington, VA)
