How many Black-owned businesses are in Austin, TX?

There are hundreds across the metro. We only list the ones we've checked out ourselves.

Where is the historic Black business district in Austin?

East Austin, especially East 11th and 12th, has been the heart of it for decades. Sam's BBQ has been there since 1957 if you need a starting point.

How do I get my Austin business listed on BLKAF?

Fill out the 'List your business' form on the homepage. We'll verify ownership and stop by before we put you up.

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Black-Owned Businesses in Austin, TX

BBQ joints on the East Side, boutiques on South Congress, doctors, mechanics, wellness — the Black-owned guide to ATX.

Austin, Texas·29 verified listings·5 neighborhoods

The Austin guide

Austin's Black community runs deep — older than the tech boom, louder than the headlines suggest. These are the spots we'd actually send a friend to. Reviewed and verified by us, kept up to date.

East AustinDowntownSouth CongressNorth LoopDomain Northside

Specialty

29 places

Barbecue4.6(298)

Sam's BBQ

An East Austin BBQ institution since 1957.

2000 E 12th St, Austin

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Southern / Comfort Food4.5(1073)

Hoover's Cooking

Texan and Southern comfort food that draws you in from the parking lot.

2002 Manor Rd, Austin

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BBQ / African Diaspora4.8(412)

Distant Relatives

Central Texas BBQ rooted in the African diaspora.

3901 Promontory Point Dr, Austin

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Modern Caribbean4.7(627)

Canje

Contemporary Caribbean from Guyana to Puerto Rico, on East 6th.

1914 E 6th St, Ste C

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Breakfast & Brunch4.8(1854)

Bird Bird Biscuit

Scratch-made biscuit sandwiches with a cult following.

2701 Manor Rd, Austin

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Jamaican / Caribbean4.7(227)

Winston's Kitchen

The home of Jamaican food in Austin for over four decades.

2103 W Slaughter Ln, Austin

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Vegan / Plant-Based4.7(188)

Community Vegan

Plant-powered comfort food on East 11th.

1124 E 11th St, Austin

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Independent Bookstore4.9(142)

Black Pearl Books

Austin's premier Black-owned independent bookstore.

7112 Burnet Rd, Austin

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Sneakers & Streetwear4.8(196)

Kicking It ATX

America's first Sneaker Social — boutique, bar, and lounge in one.

3200 Palm Way, Ste 156

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Skincare / Facial Studio5(161)

eleMINT Skin Health & Wellness Studio

A clean beauty oasis in East Austin with bespoke, botanical facials.

1105 E 6th St, Austin

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Fitness / Boxing Gym4.7(17)

Easley Boxing and Fitness

A husband and wife-run boxing gym in South Austin for all fitness levels.

2401 Thornton Rd, Austin

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Gym / Personal Training4.8(32)

Free Your Fitness 24

A Black-owned 24-hour gym bringing elite wellness tools to South Austin.

2119 Frate Barker Rd, Unit 2105

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Nutrition / Supplements4.5(97)

TFN Nutrition Center

Nearly three decades of improving Austin's health, one consultation at a time.

13776 US Hwy 183 N, Ste 125

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Mental Health / Therapy4.9(85)

Colors of Austin Counseling

Culturally responsive, trauma-informed care for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities.

5800 Berkman Dr, Austin

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Massage / Bodywork / Yoga4.9(42)

Energy of the Goddess (Tierra Denae)

Intuitive bodywork, yoga, and birth support rooted in Austin tradition.

Austin, TX (by appointment)

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Nail Salon / Beauty5(36)

Bleu Nail Café

A chic, comfortable nail salon in North Austin known for natural nail care.

3507 Hyridge Dr, Austin

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Natural Hair Salon4.8(64)

Shag Noir Salon

East Austin's destination for natural hair care, color, and custom cuts.

2511 E 6th St, Ste D

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Natural Hair / Locs / Braiding4.9(40)

JaeUndreas Natural Hair Care

Trusted Austin natural hair care since 2005, rooted in New Orleans tradition.

1536 E Anderson Ln, Austin

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Hair Braiding / Natural Hair4.8(28)

Hairleganza Beauty Bar

Flawless braiding and healthy natural hair care in North Austin.

9038 N IH-35, Unit 2B

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Cardiology4.9(87)

Dr. Michelle Zikusoka, MD, FACC

Board-certified cardiologist specializing in women's cardiovascular health and valvular disease.

1401 Medical Pkwy, Suite 407B

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Direct Primary Care / Functional Medicine4.9(64)

Dr. Garrick Baskerville, MD

Root-cause medicine and holistic care for Austin's creative and service communities.

1614 E 6th St, Unit 106

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Dermatology4.96(207)

Dr. Olubusayo "Saya" Obayan, MD

Board-certified dermatologist with exceptional care for skin of all tones.

9015 Mountain Ridge Dr, Suite 200

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Plastic Surgery4.9(112)

Dr. Aisha White, MD

Black, female board-certified plastic surgeon bringing artistry and precision to Austin.

6611 River Place Blvd, Suite 201

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Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery4.9(56)

Dr. Tosanwumi "Tosan" Ehanire, MD, MHS

Board-certified microsurgeon specializing in breast reconstruction and aesthetic surgery.

2905 San Gabriel St, Suite 100

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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry4.9(48)

Dr. Nakia Scott, MD

Holistic, integrative mental health care for children and adolescents.

4131 Spicewood Springs Rd, Suite K-10

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Reproductive Endocrinology / Fertility4.95(73)

Dr. Deborah Ikhena-Abel, MD

Holistic, evidence-based fertility care and reproductive health education.

100 Colorado St, Austin

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Integrative Psychiatry4.9(42)

Dr. Lauren Williams, MD

Whole-person psychiatric care blending conventional medicine with functional and lifestyle interventions.

14001 Bee Cave Pkwy, Bee Caves

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Psychiatry4.8(35)

Dr. Sharette K. Gray, MD, PLLC

Thoughtful psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults in South Austin.

4022 Menchaca Rd, Austin

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Family Medicine4.8(52)

Dr. Jeffree James, MD

Primary and preventive care for families in East Austin's historic Black corridor.

2606 Saint Anthony St, Austin

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Frequently asked

How many Black-owned businesses are in Austin, TX?: There are hundreds across the metro. We only list the ones we've checked out ourselves.
Where is the historic Black business district in Austin?: East Austin, especially East 11th and 12th, has been the heart of it for decades. Sam's BBQ has been there since 1957 if you need a starting point.
How do I get my Austin business listed on BLKAF?: Fill out the 'List your business' form on the homepage. We'll verify ownership and stop by before we put you up.

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