Get your appetites ready and bring you empty stomachs, it’s time for Black Restaurant Week.
Kansas City’s 2024 Black Restaurant Week is Sunday, Sept. 10-Sunday, Sept. 24.
This week is all about highlighting African-American, African, and Caribbean cuisines.
Check out 21 Black-owned Kansas City restaurants participating this year.
The Breakfast & Lunch Lover’s Restaurant, 6204 Raytown Trfy., Raytown, MO | Classic American breakfasts and lunches are served all day long.
Chixen Kansas City, 1407 Southwest Blvd., KCK | Open for pick-up and delivery only, this biz is home to the chicken burger.
The District Fish & Pasta House, 1664 E. 63rd St., KCMO | Enjoy basa fish, whiting fish, salmon, and shrimp paired with pastas.
Fannie’s West African Cuisine, 4105 Troost Ave., KCMO | This traditional West African restaurant boasts world famous jollof rice.
Gate’s BBQ, multiple locations | Enjoy this Kansas City barbecue staple with six locations, or find its sauce + seasonings in grocery stores.
Gigi’s Vegan and Wellness Cafe, 1103 Westport Rd., KCMO | Feel good inside and out when you consume its healthy food or have a session in the full-spectrum saunas.
Jadabay’s Tasty Kitchen, location varies | This variety food truck offers everything from Southern-style chicken fried rice to Philly steaks.
KC Cajun, 3510 E. 27th St., KCMO | Want a taste of the Louisiana bayou? Here it is. This small biz also has a traveling food truck.
KC Mac N Co., 1111 Main St., Ste. 155, KCMO | Say hello to the mac-and-cheese lover’s paradise. featuring a plethora of mac-and-cheese based dishes.
Mister Dipz Cookies and Sweet Treats, location various | This desserts-focused food truck offers cookies that are dipped and stuffed.
Ruby Jeans Juicery, multiple locations | Sip juices and enjoy healthier versions of soul food.
SugahRush Berries, 11149 W. 95th St., Overland Park, KS | Stop in Oak Park Mall for sweet treats such as chocolate dipped strawberries, macaroons, and dipped Oreos.
The Soul Shack KC, 4200 E. 35th St., KCMO | Where soul food and comfort food meet to make a tasty meal.
Taste Island Grill, 3605 Broadway Blvd., KCMO | Build a bowl or try a patty at this authentic Jamaican restaurant.
TC’s Fully Loaded, location varies | Catch this food truck on the weekend if you want to indulge in gourmet loaded baked potatoes.
The 6 Lounge, 6902 Prospect Ave., KCMO | Enjoy a Chiefs watch party while having a drink.
TopKnotch Vegan Vittles , 1201 E. Truman Rd., Independence, MO | Tantalize your taste buds with creative offerings such as a jackfruit taco or vegan chicken and waffles.
Turkey LeggMan, 1916 Quindaro Blvd., KCK | Order smoked turkey legs online or find out where the food truck will be next.
Vegan Crave Burgers and Bakery, 1599 Iron St., North Kansas City | Chow down on vegan burgers, then finish up with cupcakes.
Wah Gwan, 6228 Troost Ave., KCMO | Enjoy both Nigerian and Jamaican food under one roof.
Yogurtini, multiple locations | Build your own fro-yo and eat it on the go-go.
