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Best Black-Owned Restaurants In Chicago
Despite being known for deep-dish pizzas, that many locals haven’t even tried, and hot dogs, there is so much more to Chicago’s culinary scene.
In fact, Chicago was ranked as the best city for having it all by Time Out’s City Life index. Analysts from the survey found that the average Chicagoan eats out almost once a week and that 35 percent of respondents said they would wait over an hour for a table.
During your next trip to Chicago, make sure that wind blows you to a black-owned restaurant. Here are some of the best:
Peach’s Restaurant
Named after that one relative that [almost] every African American family has, Peach’s Restaurant offers Southern staples for breakfast and lunch.
5 Loaves Eatery
“Good Food, Good People” is the slogan at 5 Loaves Eatery. Here is where you will find a casual atmosphere with exceptional service. On the menu is comfort food that you think came from Big Momma’s kitchen.
Truth Italian Restaurant
Truth Italian, located in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood, features recipes straight from Italy.
Norman’s Bistro
Recognized by Chicagoans as one of the best restaurants in the Hyde Park area, Norman’s Bistro offers American Creole with a Brazilian flair.
Original Soul Vegetarian
From appetizers to sandwiches to platters to salads, Original Soul Vegetarian has everything you need to satisfy your appetite. Food is 100% plant based.
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Goree Cuisine
Located in the Kenwood neighborhood is Goree, a restaurant that specializes in Senegalese cuisine. Visitors can expect authentic recipes, including fish, chicken, lamb, couscous, lentils, black-eyed peas and more.
Litehouse Whole Food Grill
Using his faith, wife, and children as inspiration, Eric Nance opened Litehouse Whole Food Grill with the hope of bringing healthy fast food to his community in the most wholesome way. On the menu, you will find fettuccine alfredo, tacos, vegetarian options, sweet potato fries, and so much more.
