Check Out 8 of Detroit’s Newest Black-Owned Restaurants

Story by Biba Adams

Explore 8 of Detroit’s newest Black-owned restaurants serving up delicious flavors and unique dining experiences. Support local businesses and discover your next favorite spot!

National publications are catching on to what Detroiters already know. Our fair city has a bustling and exciting food scene--and it's only getting better. After years of population decline, Detroit has stabilized and for the first time in more than 50 years, there has even been population growth. As people move into the city and tourism continues to grow, restaurants are emerging offering a variety of cuisines for every palate.

From brunch spots to sports bars and even fine dining, Detroit's Black restaurant scene is diverse and as rich as the city's cultural heritage. We think Black History Month 2025 is a great time to support some of Detroit's newest Black-owned restaurants. Visit Detroit has compiled a list of these restaurants for you to taste and enjoy.

ENOMAH 1895
1508 Centre St., Detroit

Enjoy an evening of eclectic urban luxury in a historic setting. ENOMAH 1895 is a premier restaurant lounge that redefines the dining and nightlife experience, with its unique blend of Asian American soul food. A must-try is the Short Rib Bao Buns with tender braised short ribs in their sweet and savory house-made sauce in a fried bao bun. Their delectable lamb chops paired with a sweet blueberry compote are sensational. The brainchild of LaDonna Reynolds who with her husband Derrick also owns Good Times on the Avenue. Reynolds shared with Visit Detroit that the downtown fusion restaurant is an experience from the impeccable service to the elite menu. Enomah also features a rotation of live music and guest DJs to make every experience extraordinary.

Fixins Soul Kitchen

1435 Randolph St., Detroit

Founded by former NFL player Kevin Johnson, Fixin's Soul Kitchen features recipes that come directly from Johnson's southern heritage. The Detroit location is the fourth for the chain joining locations in several other historic African American communities. Located in Paradise Valley, Johnson told The Detroit Free Press that he thinks Fixin's is setting the “trajectory of having this be a really special block in the downtown area.”

Savoy Restaurant

17131 E. Warren, Detroit

Located in Detroit's East English Village, the SAVOY offers a blend of refined steaks, fresh seafood, and a jazzy vibe. With a century of combined experience, our team ensures top-notch food and service. The SAVOY is perfect for any occasion, promising a memorable dining experience. Join us for an evening of delicious flavors and captivating music – it's sure to be your new guilty pleasure.

Whatcha Wanna Eat Food Hall
10635 W. McNichols, Detroit

This food hall is focused on creating a common area space dedicated to being a gathering place that connects residents and visitors, embracing inclusive development and resisting potential displacement that often accompanies large infrastructure projects. The hall features a hibachi restaurant, BBQ spot, smoothie shop, burger joint, and more.

Parlay Detroit

1260 Washington Blvd., Detroit

This sports bar offers an elite sports bar experience that blends sophistication with excitement through high-definition sports viewing, elevated bar food, premium drinks, and a premier atmosphere near major stadiums. Parlay has unique cocktails and a happy hour that boasts tasty bites like Crispy Confit Chicken Wings, Wasabi Salt Fries with Chili Crisps, while their main menu features brick oven pizza, and 24 Karat Gold Mac & Cheese--a decadent mac served in a cast-iron skillet.

SuperCrisp

4830 Cass Ave. Suite C, Detroit

Chef Mike Ransom has had great success with Ima Izakaya. His newest place, SuperCrisp features a playful twist into Detroit classics, offering hot dogs and burgers with a delightful Asian flair. Visitors rave about the Curry Burger, featuring a Halal beef patty adorned with curry slaw, pineapple chutney, pickled red onion, ginger, curry mayo, and scallion.

Shell Shock'd Tacos

418 W. Willis St., Detroit

Another fusion restaurant that showcases the way soulful flavors pair beautifully with the cuisine of many other cultures, Shell Shock'd Tacos is becoming a foodie fave. The menu features fresh and light tacos to more substantial burritos and crunch wraps that made it a hit on their food truck. The brick-and-mortar location has great hours open on weekends until 2 am.

Joe Louis Southern Kitchen

6549 Woodward Ave., Detroit

While this restaurant has been open for a few years, it deserves a place on this list for its popularity as a premier brunch restaurant. Operating out of the former New Center Eatery, Joe Louis Southern Kitchen pays homage to the legendary boxer who made his home in Detroit. The brunch menu features favorites like Cinnamon Roll Flapjacks, Southern Cobbler French Toast, and The Brown Bomber featuring two knockout buttermilk biscuits, topped with our savory turkey sausage gravy.

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