As Juneteenth approaches, it's important to remember to support Black-owned businesses and culture in our community! Below you'll find Black-owned restaurants serving up tasty meals, from staple Jamaican dishes to Ethiopian restaurants to fried chicken. Hit these spots up for your next bite out and leave your tastebuds (and heart) feeling satisfied!
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A White Rock staple, dive into the island vibes while dining the best of traditional Jamaican dishes and cocktails. You'll definitely want to try their oxtail and curries! You can also get eats from PG’s Jamaican Restaurant delivered.
Good atmosphere, Caribbean vibes, delicious food: enjoy amazing eats like jerk pork belly and coconut dumplings at Calabash Bistro.
Tastes like homemade food - The Patty Shop has been serving traditional Jamaican-style patties for more than four decades. Conveniently located at MacDonald Street near King Edward Avenue, this small family business shop is a favourite stop to satisfy your hunger.
This is an amazing Caribbean spot in Port Moody - Rehanah’s Roti Shop is one of the only eateries in the area serving up roti and Trinidadian eats!
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Right on the Drive, this is an amazing local shop serving up handcrafted Trinidadian recipes passed down through generations. Get your fix of oxtail curry, classic street food like Pholourie & so much more!
Ethiopian fare at its finest! Expect traditional Ethiopian dishes served with injera (Ethiopian flatbread) where everyone can get their hands in and enjoy each other's company.
Good vibes & good food only! Di Reggae Cafe brings the real taste of Jamaica to tasteful meals.
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A 100% plant-based menu full of drool-worthy comfort eats like burgers, fries, and salads can be found at this West End gem!
Lunch or dinner, day or night - Juke is ready to bring you the perfect crunchy fried chicken, ribs, and a great selection of Southern-style sides.
A little neighbourhood gem! The fusion of Japanese and Caribbean cuisine - you have to try their famous Jerk Chicken at The Lion’s Den Cafe.
This amazing Jamaican restaurant serves up items such as patties, oxtail, and jerk chicken. You name it, they got it.
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All we ever wanted: craft beer and tacos. All the dishes are made with local ingredients but inspired by cuisines from around the globe!
Another incredible Ethiopian spot for you to add to your list! A tasteful and diverse menu for you to try out.
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This Strathcona gem may not be a restaurant, but they do serve up some delicious fresh food including Jamaican patties, sandwiches & coffee. While you're there, don't forget to pick up some fresh groceries as well!
Don't forget to celebrate Black Culture for the 1st Annual Juneteenth event at Sunset Beach, Sunday June 19th!
