These are the Black-owned kitchens and cafes I would like to see featured in a Columbus Black-Owned Restaurant Week.
Columbus is a very food-centric city, and for that my stomach will forever be grateful. Something else we’re very fortunate to have is a rich and vibrant Black-owned restaurant scene right here in Columbus.
Many of these establishments have served as the backbones of their communities and many still are fresh and new and full of promise. What we don’t have (and what a handful of major cities actually do) is a Black-Owned Restaurant Week. A time to celebrate and appreciate the many spectacular kitchens we have in the Black community, crafting up delicious meals for the masses.
Not only do I think we should have a Black-Owned restaurant week, but I went a step further and put together a list of the restaurants I think should be featured. There are many more out there, but these are the ones I think have major potential to headline such an event.
Way Down Yonder
Specializing in Creole and southern cooking, this little kitchen, formerly in Olde Towne East, built quite a following and made a name for itself in the local food scene. It has no storefront right now and is planning a comeback.
Where: No storefront at present
La Glory’s
La Glory’s is a Columbus soul-food staple. And with traditional menu items like greens, mashed potatoes, smothered meatloaf, and sriracha baked chicken, it’s no wonder why.
Where: 3350 Allegheny Ave, Columbus, OH 43209
Upper Cup
Not only can you get a pretty good cup of coffee, but their sandwiches are ridiculously good. If you ever decide to stop in, definitely try the Pineapple Ham and Habenero sammie. SO good.
Where: 79 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
Lincoln Cafe
This coffee shop also serves soups, paninis, and fried chicken, all while entertaining customers with their soulful jazz nights. Their personal mission is to generate “development and economic growth in the King-Lincoln District”.
Where: 740 E Long St, Columbus, OH 43203
B & K Smokehouse
Another restaurant out of Olde Towne East, they were featured on an episode of Columbus Neighborhoods by WOSU. All of their barbecue is cooked to perfection, but their sides are also expertly made.
Where: 1114 E Main StColumbus, Ohio
