Where to Shop to Support Local Black Businesses
Raleigh NC Guide to Black-Owned Business from A to Z
Alpha Dawgs, Inc
Alpha Dawgs, Inc is a New Jersey-based joint that specializes in hot dogs and non Dawg options (including vegan). Enjoy their all-beef franks at their store or get it delivered. Their Dawgs and fried potatoes can both come fully loaded. All Dawgs are served with onions and peppers inside pizza bread. Feed your foodie craving while supporting this local black business!
Black⦁ology Coffee Company
Black⦁ology Coffee Company is a Black Woman-Owned Coffee Company launched after its founder was laid off from a head chef job at a local university shortly after COVID-19 began. She offers coffee for everyone that enjoys a smooth, flavorful cup of joe. Featuring a variety of roasts and strengths, you are sure to find something to wet your whistle. You can find her coffee on the shelves at NoRa Cafe in North Raleigh or get it delivered from her website.
Central Carolina Cleaning Company (4C)
Central Carolina Cleaning Company (4C) was founded in 2015 by a black woman veteran with a heart for forensics. 4C provides professional decontamination cleaning due to hoarding, an unattended death, or a COVID exposure. They are certified, bonded, and discrete. As they provide a service you often don’t know you need, their motto appropriate proclaims “Here for the needs you can’t foresee”.
Drinking Gourd Gallery
Drinking Gourd Gallery believes that art is all. See art in every shape and form, from jewelry to puzzles to ornaments, and so much more. This Raleigh-based virtual gallery displays the very best of contemporary art. From giclee prints to jigsaw puzzles, this black-owned gallery has something for everyone.
Earnestly Natural
Earnestly Natural Hair Care isn’t just your run-of-the-mill hair salon. This team teaches you how to care for your natural locks and elevate your cut to another level. They seek to be a hub of education for natural black hair care and pampering. Virtual consultations are available and there are different packages, depending on your hair needs.
Final Passage Transport
Final Passage Transport is a black woman veteran-owned business that provides final body transportation for your loved ones all over North Carolina, as well as out of state. They aim to provide the best, most discrete, care possible while treating you and your family with the utmost respect and dignity. Theirs aren’t services often sought out, but you can rest confidently knowing they are there.
Get Throw’d Blankets
Get Throw’d Blankets is a black-owned business that aims to wrap Raleigh up in style. Founded in 2020, this black-owned business offers local collegiate, BLM, music artists, and many more throw blankets at a reasonable price, for any occasion. Give the gift of something warm, comfy, and awesome, while supporting our brothers and sisters of color!
Heartbeat Savers of NC, LLC
Heartbeat Savers of NC, LLC is a black-owned local business committed to providing CPR, bloodborne pathogen, babysitting, and basic life support training and certification to all of NC. They are dedicated to empowering the community through education and hands-on learning. Further, aim to give people the tools they need to save a life if faced with that situation. Heartbeat Savers of NC, LLC is also your source for training tools, like CPR dummies, training epi-pens, and first aid kits.
I Am Beauty Day Spa
I Am Beauty Day Spa is a locally black-owned and operated beauty salon that is committed to excellence within the realm of beauty services. Whether you are looking for microblading, powder brows, semi-permanent makeup, or any other beauty service, they’ve got you covered! They are committed to helping their clients get the results they seek, as well as empower people to be confident in their own skin.
Jackson & Porter Branding Agency
Jackson & Porter Branding Agency was founded by a black woman as a means to help her clients’ dreams come true. Through creativity, passion, and connection, she can help you “transform your digital presence”. Logos, websites, and branding your business are essential in the virtual marketplace. Jackson & Porter is committed to getting your business where it needs to be.
Kela Experience
Kela Experience is a Cary-based black-owned makeup service business committed to empowering, uplifting, and supporting her clients. Kela offers everything from everyday glam to bridal makeup, and everything in between, for both kids and adults. Kela also offers makeup consultations, to teach you techniques for applying makeup yourself.
Live Well Primary Care
Live Well Primary Care is a black-owned full-service, patient-focused primary care office. Dr. Arnold McLendon has over 20 years of health care experience. Their main goal is to provide affordable quality care to their patients and families and to empower their patients to take control of their healthcare needs.
Mind, Body & Scents
Mind Body & Scents was founded by a black woman in an effort to create peace where there was none. She makes hand-poured soy candles meant to relax and rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. These candles were a success from day one. That is how their creator knew that there was a need for these relaxing scents. Her goal is to help others find time in their busy schedules to relax and make time for themselves on a regular basis.
Norton Property Services
Norton Property Services provides furnished and unfurnished, temporary apartments for businesses, students, individuals, and families. This black-owned business creates beautiful one, two, and three-bedroom apartments available in desirable areas, near major business centers and hospitals, that will make you feel right at home. These can be used for business travel, relocation, or a family visit.
Oak City Bail Bonds
Oak City Bail Bonds knows that being arrested can be a scary experience. Their bail agents will help you get your freedom back. This Raleigh-based black-owned business makes the bail bonds process fast and easy and they are available any time, day or night. Oak City Bail Bonds serves all 100 counties of NC, so you are covered state-wide.
Print Your Imagination
Print Your Imagination is a local black-owned customized product print shop. Their products range from drinkware and barware to photographs and other specialty items. Serving “15oz of positivity” one cup at a time, your imagination is the limit!
Chick-N-Que
Chick-N-Que is a black-owned food truck that serves the best Eastern NC-style chicken BBQ in the area. The secret family recipe was in high demand and a business was born! This family-owned and operated business has been serving their delicious chicken ‘cue for over a decade.
ReZealence, LLC
ReZealence, LLC was founded by a black woman who aims to help both men and women, of all ages, embrace their God-given hair. She supplies the best natural and organic products to keep your hair healthy and smooth.
Smoke N Jerk
Smoke N Jerk is a black-owned, locally-operated food truck and catering service serving down-home Southern flavors with a Caribbean twist. Raised in the South, Chef Williams uses Jerk spices with locally-sourced products. During COVID-19, they have also helped provide meals for children in Wake county.
Time’s Up! Escape Rooms
Time’s Up! Escape Rooms, a Cary-based black-owned business, has different rooms for your escaping pleasure. With rooms like the Millionaire Murder Escape room, experiences are designed for friends, families, co-workers, or social groups and are an excellent team-building activity. Each room is private and they are committed to COVID-19 safety.
Urban Healing Counseling
Urban Healing Counseling is a black-owned business that is here to help you feel better, feel encouraged, and complete. They are here to assist you with learning successful coping skills and creating a life that you love. Make this year a better year, starting with healing and caring for yourself.
Vinyl House Raleigh
Vinyl House Raleigh is a veteran black female-owned craft store. VHR caterers to local crafters and business owners. Their mission is to help build the craft community in the Raleigh area and expand on the growing craft culture. Additionally, they are committed to fostering the growth of other black-owned local businesses, both online and in-store. VHR also offers classes to help you start a new business or to just hang out and learn a new craft!
Wine Down Winery
Wine Down Winery is a Garner-based urban winery offering affordable and hard-to-find wines. This black-owned family business believes that wine isn’t just for drinking but for experiencing. Join them for a sip or order your wine online. Find your way to Wine Down.
eXpressions in Rhythm
Expressions in Rhythm is a black-owned private performing arts studio. This learning environment has dance and music classes for all ages, from African to Hip Hop to Lyrical, as well as Jazz, Tap, Ballet, and many more. The fun and positive atmosphere is great for kids and teens of any skill level.
Your Pie
Your Pie is a black-owned nationwide franchise, that has recently spread its wings in the Raleigh-area. Owner of the Cary chain, Efraim Yates, has noticed an increase in sales at his store and huge support from the community for black-owned businesses. This isn’t your ordinary pizza place. Their paninis and pizzas are all completely customizable. Order Your Pie for eat-in, curbside, or delivery. They also have Keto and gluten-free options!
Zweli’s Kitchen
Zweli’s Kitchen is the Durham-based business of Chef Zweli, a Zimbabwe native. She offers catered authentic Zimbabwean cuisine for private and business parties. This award-winning black-owned family operation can serve small gatherings or feed a crowd of up to 3,000. They work with local farmers to add a bold flavor to local products. The open kitchen allows for a personalized chef experience as you taste the flavors of Chef Zweli’s origin.
While this list is by no means an exhaustive one, we hope you were able to find a local black-owned business that meets your needs. Whether during Black History Month, or any other month of the year, it is imperative to support black-owned businesses, to stimulate the local economy. Every business has a story. Will you take the time to listen?
