Black-Owned Businesses in Atlanta You Should Know

By Sheretha Bell and Aubree Dumas

Last Updated February 19, 2026

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Establishing its reputation as a hub for Black-owned Businesses, Atlanta has provided a home for Black entrepreneurs to thrive. Whether you’re a local looking to find more places to shop or a visitor looking to support a minority-owned business, you will find a wealth of Black-owned businesses that run from boutiques to spas, music stores, bookstores, galleries and so much more. If you’re hungry, we’ve got you covered there, too, with a few of our favorite Black-owned restaurants. Here are some places to check out.

Tours

ATL-Cruzers Electric Car & Segway Tours

ATL Cruzers consistently earns five-star ratings on Yelp, Trip Advisor and Google reviews. Tour Atlanta by electric car, Segway or the Peachtree Trolley. The tours explore historic neighborhoods and architecture along with the best local restaurants and hidden gems. ATL-Cruzers Electric Car Tours began in the summer of 2010, becoming the first electric car tour of its kind. 

Where: Downtown, with tours throughout the city

Unexpected Atlanta Tours & Stories

Unexpected Atlanta offers Unexpected Virtual Tours, Atlanta Food Walks and Atlanta History Tours. Taste essential Southern foods while learning how food impacted the American Civil Rights Movement. Walk through the history and culture of Atlanta, and trace the story of Atlanta with passionate storytellers. 

Where: Downtown, with tours throughout the city

Boutiques and Galleries

Atlanta Influences Everything

When Ian Ford and Bem Joiner initially said “Atlanta Influences Everything” a movement started. More than a T-shirt, this creative consultancy harnesses the influence of Atlanta culture to connect communities. Order some official Atlanta Influences Everything T-shirts, hats and hoodies, and join the celebrities and locals, including Jermaine Dupri and Keri Hilson, who wear the merch and encourage economic growth. 

Where: online

A Ma Maniere

Book an appointment at this Westside shop specializing in new trends and styles for fashion-forward clients. Find the latest brands in street wear and footwear, all inspired by Parisian culture. With the name meaning “My Way” this boutique represents a niche that evokes the spirit of Atlanta through heritage and storytelling. Customers can shop from a wide range of high-end brands in addition to the in-house luxury label that consists of seasonal collections.

Where: 969 Marietta St. NW

Brown Sugar Babe

Atlanta’s own viral fragrance brand has officially opened its first flagship store at Terminal South. As its first brick-and-mortar scent boutique, shoppers can search for their next favorite scent at the in-store scent bar. Guests can also stop by the layering lab and get hands-on consultations and recommendations from local influencers on how to layer scents.

Where: 1161 Ridge Ave SW

God Is Dope

This Christian-based lifestyle brand has a brick-and-mortar store on Edgewood Avenue. T-shirts, hats and hoodies for men and women are available in-store as well as online. You might recognize the popular God is Dope T-shirt, in addition to stylish and casual clothing and accessories that are adorned with uplifting and spiritual quotes to make any outfit pop.

Where: 787 Windsor St. SW

Pressed

Shop online or visit this Buckhead boutique that specializes in self-expression. From top to bottom, shoppers can style their own look with sweaters, hoodies, dresses and jumpsuits, accessories, wedges and sneakers. With options for both men and women, Pressed ATL’s unique collections offer a way for shoppers to get creative through style. In addition to a wide selection of clothing, makeup lovers can also shop from the Poiz Cosmetic collection for lip glosses, lipsticks, blushes, eyeshadows and more.

Where: 296 Fourteenth St. NW

Souk Bō’hēmian + Nō•mad

Bringing global inspiration to Ponce City Market, Souk Bō’hēmian + Nōmad has an intentional selection of clothing, accessories, fragrance and home goods. Focusing on genderless shapes and color palettes, items in this boutique are meant to elevate your everyday lifestyle and aesthetic.

 Where: 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE

TAGS Boutique

Since 2009, friends Peaches Chin and Kandi Burruss have offered trendy boutique wear for less than $100. Check out their store in Sandy Springs or order jumpsuits, dresses and even glass slipper heels online. Be sure to check out the $29 and under section for trendy and quality pieces without the expensive price tag.

Where: 230 Hammond Drive

Versus ATL

Specializing in vintage, sneakers and street wear, this buy, sell and trade boutique is located in Castleberry Hill. Browse Adidas, Nike and Jordan brands, as well as anime and afrocentric T-shirts and denim, available either in-store or online. Popular designer items like Balenciaga, Bottega, Offwhite and more are often spotted here. You might even find a vintage T-shirt mentioning your favorite sports team or band.

Where: 323 Nelson St. SW

The Village at PCM

After great success with programming and events for Black start-ups at locations throughout Atlanta, Lakeysha Hallmon and the Village family took their company’s call-to-action, “Support is a Verb,” to the next level. The Village Market’s first-ever retail location, The Village at PCM is located on the second floor of the Central Food Hall at Ponce City Market. The marketplace curates apparel, furniture, food and other products by local Black business owners, artists and creatives. The brands rotate brands every four months.

Where: 675 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE

ZuCot Gallery

The largest African-American-owned gallery in the Southeast is in Castleberry Hill. ZuCot Gallery’s mission is to provide novice and seasoned collectors with unique experiences that positively impact the art collecting experience. Adorn your walls with art by local, living African American artists or view the exhibitions online and hit the merch page to support the gallery. In addition to a great collection of art, the gallery also occasionally hosts pop-ups that showcase local and Black-owned businesses.

Where: 100 Centennial Olympic Park Dr

Music, Books and Food

44th & 3rd Bookseller

Established in 2017 by founders Warren, Cheryl and Allyce Lee, 44th & 3rd Bookseller is a family-owned, multicultural bookstore headquartered in the heart of ATL where the owners curate their collection of books and promote the exchange of ideas. The “3” in 3rd represents the core values of the founders: life, literature and legacy.

Where: 451 Lee St. SW

Breakfast at Barneys

Breakfast at Barneys is owned by Barney Lee Berry Jr., a native Georgian. He’s influenced by the rich cultures of Atlanta and Savannah, incorporating Southern traditions that shape the restaurant’s soulful and curated menu. This breakfast and brunch destination offers elevated dishes and comfort food to enjoy. Try the popular 24k pancakes for brunch or one of Barney’s favorites, catfish and spicy spaghetti.

Where: 349 Decatur St. SE

DBS Sounds

Find all your music needs from vinyl to books, all with excellent customer service from owner Tobago and his team. Known for its selection of records and CDs, DBS guarantees a combination of your favorite classics and new hits. You may even have the opportunity to run into famous artists during meet-and-greets hosted at DBS. Musicians like Post Malone, Ciara, Teyana Taylor and more have stopped by to meet fans. Find this independent music store in Riverdale. 

Where: 6604 GA-85, Riverdale

For Keeps

Rare and classic Black books are sold in this charming shop and reading room on Auburn Avenue. Rosa Duffy curates a collection of reading material where visitors can interact with history. Focusing on Black arts, culture and music, GQ described this bookstore as a space that “puts readers in conversation with Black writers…”.

Where: 171 Auburn Ave. NE

Black Coffee ATL

Enjoy menu items with names inspired by Atlanta and Black culture. This spot is located on the Southwest Atlanta Beltline Trail, and has indoor and outdoor seating. Also, enjoy the Black artwork along the walls.

Where: 1246 Allene Ave. SW

The Village Retail

Located on the second floor of Ponce City Market, shop for Atlanta-designed merch, candles, fragrances and more. The company’s mission is to support Black-owned business and elevate voices that shape our collective future.

Where: 675 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE Suite 225

Bridge Boutique

Looking for your next fashion look for a date night or girls night out? Bridge Boutique is full of beautiful dresses, jewelry and lotions. Their super-friendly staff is there to help if you need any tips to style your new pieces. 

Where: 675 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE Unit N220

Westside Creamery

Enjoy homemade baked goods, artisan hand-dipped ice cream with vegan and non-dairy sorbet, floats, sundaes and more. The shop is owned by husband and wife, Llew and Debra Eastern, who have been serving desserts around the Atlanta area for more than 11 years.

Where: 880 Glenwood Ave. SE

Just Add Honey Tea Company

Enjoy a carefully curated selection of loose-leaf teas in this cozy cafe tucked right off the Eastside Beltline Trail. You can also order from a seasonal menu of coffee drinks to go with a pastry. If you’re on the hungrier side, the chicken salad croissant is the perfect dish. With both indoor and outdoor seating this cafe is a charming spot to visit with friends or enjoy your own company.

Where: 684 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE

LaRayia’s Bodega

This Afro-Latina-owned vegan bodega brings bold style to a classic grab-and-go experience. From the moment you walk in your invited by the R&B, Latin and hip-hop tunes booming through the music. Browse through the menu of smoothies, coffee and other bodega staples. You can even do a little shopping for items like snapbacks, t-shirts, jewelery and lip gloss.

Where: 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE

Miss D’s Pralines

Find this candy shop in the historic Sweet Auburn Curb Market, selling not only pralines but also popcorn, candied apples and “pratzels,” a mash-up of pralines and pretzels. Whether you buy the popular popcorn buckets or indulge in peanut brittle or candied pecans, the sweet aroma is always hard to pass up.

Where: 209 Edgewood Ave. SE

3 Parks Wine

With two locations, learn about new wine flavors with the option for a wine tasting or grab a bottle or two to take home with you.

Where: 405 N Angier Ave. NE Suite 200 in Old Fourth Ward, 451 Bill Kennedy Way SE in Glenwood Park

Pecan Jacks Ice Cream & Candy – West Midtown Atlanta

Indulge in delicious ice cream, made fresh in-house at this West Midtown shop. Pecan Jacks brings the nostalgia of all things candy and sweets to every scoop. Try out fun flavors like Mocha Madness or alcohol-infused cherry amaretto for adults. Take your pick from the wall of candy jars filled with sweets that will bring out your inner child.

Where: 800 Marietta St NW

Peckish

Whether you’re looking for a delicious brunch or to enjoy a fancy high tea, Peckish is the perfect stop for a tapas-style meal. Be sure to try the whimsical desserts and take some to go as a gift or to satisfy a sweet tooth craving for later.

Where: Pratt-Pullman Yard, Rogers St. NE

Enjoy everything from vegan fare to flavorful doughnuts at Atlanta’s Black-owned restaurants.

Spas and Services

Big Peach Running Co

Looking to add some new running gear to your collection? Whether it’s the perfect running shoe or a shirt to wear on your next walk, this Black-owned shop is the perfect spot to shop. Big Peach specializes in a complete Fit Process that helps you pick out the right shoe for your running or walking journey.

Where: Multiple locations

FACE FOUNDRIÉ

Indulge in an all-inclusive experience focused on facial treatments at this spa in West Midtown. It promises cutting-edge technology and curated care.

Where: 1055 Howell Mill Road

Celestial Spa

Float away while indulging in aromatherapy massage, revitalizing facials and herbal body wraps. This Cascade Road spa also offers gift cards for lucky recipients to use later.  

Where: 2930 Cascade Road

D’lor Salon & Spa

Making sure self-care is the standard, Celestial Spa goes above and beyond to provide rejuvenating care for all clients. Hair care, body treatments and nail services are offered to make sure clients leave feeling relaxed. Customers rave about the attention to detail in every visit, especially the foot massage during facial treatments. Indulge in reflexology, hot stone massage and body detoxification at this spa on Fairburn Road. 

Where: 1180 Fairburn Road SW

Iwi Fresh Garden Day Spa

The Castleberry Hill day spa presents farm-to-skin treatments with products created with fresh juice and powder from vegetables, fruits and herbs. While not everyone is able to step away for some self-care, Iwi Fresh prides itself in being able to bring quality products to their customers. Create a spa day at home with skincare products made with fresh and plant-based ingredients.

Where: 1800 Jonesboro Road SE

Honeysuckle Moon

Small batch, plant- and mineral-based skincare products are sold along with organic facial therapies, natural hair care and reflexology. Known for handcrafted wellness recipes for body butters and aromatherapy body mists, you can carry self-care with you wherever you go.

Where: 1099 Boulevard SE

Respire Massage & Spa

From reflexology to lash treatments, body massage and sauna therapy, Respire was voted one of the top 15 Black-owned spas by Essence. Tailoring each appointment to the customer’s needs, this mobile spa makes sure each client meets their wellness goals. Currently, it provides services by mobile appointment only and pop-up spa days.

Where: Mobile

OMGBooth

College Park native Mose James takes events and campaigns to another level with virtual photo booth experiences. With contributions to the debut of the MLK Nike City Edition Uniform for Atlanta Hawks as part of #EarnTheseLetters, Get Your Teach On and Get Your Virtual Teach on, #StillAtlanta and #SilencetheShame, OMGBooth brings colleagues, friends and families together with storytelling and branded moments.

Where: Online

That’s a Wrap

Mia Canada’s luxury gift wrap business specializes in boutique balloon collections and beautiful “gift scapes,” which give style and uniformity to a gift table at a special event. 

Where: 290 Hilderbrand Drive 

Gauge Fitness

Named Atlanta Magazine’s “Best of Atlanta” in 2016 and serving historic Old Fourth Ward for more than five years, Gauge Fitness is an outdoor fitness boot camp company. Started by Lawrence Palmer and co-owned by Angela Hazelton, Gauge Fitness helps Atlantans get back to a fit and healthy state.

Where: 665 North Ave. NE

JTM Fitness

As a personal training gym, Jamie and his team push people to reach their fitness goals with custom workouts and meal plans. Whether you catch one of their pop-up sessions around Atlanta or visit the gym just minutes outside of Downtown, you’re in for a motivational workout.

Where: 3365 W Hospital Ave

Lofinda Luxury LC Candles

Bring the spa into your home with Lofinda Luxury. Inspired her Nigerian heritage and her mother’s love for exquisite scents, the owner, Modupe, crafted a line of luxurious candles that transform any space into a haven of comfort and elegance.

Where: Sold at Waldorf Astoria Atlanta, 3376 Peachtree Road NE

Swem School

Offering year-round youth and adult swim lessons for all skill levels, Swem School is the largest Black-owned swim school in Atlanta. Whether you’re a beginner or just need to brush up on your water safety skills, Swem School makes swimming approachable for all.

Where: 114 E Ponce de Leon Ave

Black Enterprise’s BE100s

Black Enterprise recognizes the top-grossing Black-owned businesses in the nation. Many of Atlanta’s Black-owned businesses are often ranked and listed, including: 

• H. J. Russell & Co.
• Benton-Georgia L.L.C.
• Jackmont Hospitality Inc.
• C. D. Moody Construction Co. Inc.
• TME Enterprises 1 LTD
• B & S Electric Supply Co. Inc.
• Engineering Design Technologies Inc.
• Legacy Automotive Group 
• Sudu Logistics Inc.

In the Auto 40:

• Wade Ford Inc.
• The Baran Co. L.L.C. (Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead)
• Jackson Acura

BE Financial Services:

• Citizens Bancshares Corp. (Citizens Trust Bank, founded by Heman Perry in 1921 and located on Auburn Avenue)

Others previously ranked include: Carter Brothers LLC and The Gourmet Cos (launched in 1975 by Nathaniel R. Goldston III and among BE 100s since 1976).

Looking for more ways to immerse yourself in the Black culture and history Atlanta has to offer? Check out ATL Unguided, the official Black travelers’ guide of Atlanta.

This post was originally written in February 2019 by Sheretha Bell and Liesl Merkel. It has been updated by Aubree Dumas to include new businesses.

Sheretha Bell is a senior marketing executive and award-winning executive producer who champions content that celebrates connection, culture, community and creativity. She serves as senior vice president of marketing and brand strategy at Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau and executive editor of Discover Atlanta publications. Her work blends strategic vision with meaningful storytelling to elevate Atlanta as a premier destination for meetings, events and tourism.

Aubree Dumas is a writer, content producer, and digital storyteller passionate about solo travel, food, and culture. She is a video production creator for Discover Atlanta, where she develops cinematic content and feature stories that spotlight the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, hidden gems, and rich cultural experiences. With a background in performing arts and digital media, Aubree brings a creative and immersive lens to every story she tells.

Originally Published January 8, 2025