Family-owned hickory-smoked BBQ and soul-food sides; brisket, ribs, burgers; opened brick-and-mortar in 2011 after starting from a trailer.
Northside smokehouse serving the community since 1994 ā stuffed baked potatoes, smoked brisket, sausage on a stick, boudin.
Acres Homes institution since 1973; classic Texas-style brisket and loaded baked potatoes.
Acclaimed Museum District Southern fine-dining restaurant (est. 2012) honoring great-grandmother Lucille B. Smith; braised oxtails over grits, catfish, popular brunch;
Texas-trinity barbecue (brisket, pork ribs, sausage) plus seafood gumbo and breakfast; featured on Netflix’s High on the Hog. Opened 2010.
Black-owned plant-based vegan comfort food (smoothies, wraps, po’boys, nachos); Irving brick-and-mortar closed early 2025, now at Dallas Farmers Market and
Black-owned modern vegan comfort-food restaurant in Trinity Groves known for plant-based takes on fried ‘chick-non,’ buffalo mac and more.
Black-owned Dallas breakfast and brunch spot known for dishes like chicken and waffles.
Family-run fried chicken joint named for the bronzed color of its crispy chicken, served over fries with pickles and jalapeƱos.
