Here’s our running list of Black-owned businesses in Akron. If you think of any businesses that aren’t listed yet, email sonia@thedevilstrip.com and we’ll make updates.
“Directly investing in a Black business is a crucial way that people can divest from the infrastructure of systemic racism that fuels police violence, mass incarceration, and mass inequity, and invest directly into Black community development, which results in a more just and equitable environment for those communities and those around them.
“While this effort is necessary there also things that white patients must consider so that they are building well-being rather than compounding harm.” -Cir L’Bert, Jr.
Read more of Cir’s words, as well as his suggested considerations, here.
Food (Restaurants, Products & Services)
- 2 Daughters Tea Company – Holistic Health Service (https://2dteaco.com/)
- 8 Point Bistro – Jazz & Blues Club, Restaurant (https://www.facebook.com/8pointbistro/)
- Akron Honey – Honey & Honey Based Condiments (www.akronhoney.com)
- Ann’s Place – Diner-BBQ-Shrimp- (https://www.facebook.com/annsplaceakron/)
- Big Eu’es BBQ – BBQ & Soul Food Restaurant (http://bigeues.com/menu/)
- Blvck Sun Coffee – E-commerce Coffee Brand (https://www.blvcksuncoffee.com/)
- Edgar’s Restaurant – Fine Dining (https://edgarsrestaurant.com/)
- Essential Dipped Delights – Desserts (https://www.facebook.com/essentialdd/)
- Irie Jamaican Kitchen – Fast-Casual Jamaican, Fusion Cuisine (www.iriejakitchen.com)
- Jenuine Cuisines – Personal Culinary Services (https://jenuinecuisines.com/)
- Judds Bar-B-Que – Barbecue & Southern Restaurant – (https://juddsbarbeque.com/)
- Juliabelle’s Seasonings, Rubs & Mixes – Hand-blended Seasonings, Rubs (https://m.facebook.com/pg/juliabellesseasonings)
- Louisiana Famous Fried Chicken – Southern, Soul Food Restaurant (https://www.facebook.com/LFFCAkron/)
- LA Soul Food and Catering – Casual full-service restaurant (http://www.lasoulfoodandcatering.com/)
- Magna Wine Boutique – Wine Shop & Tasting Room (https://www.magnawineboutique.com/)
- Marques – Southern, Cajun & Creole Cuisine (http://www.marqueseastend.com/)
- Mizz ShakeSum – Smoothie, Juice & Acai Bowls (https://www.shakesummovesum.com/)
- Mick & Shirley’s Catering and Cafe – Family Style Restaurant & Cafe (https://www.facebook.com/MickShirleysCatering/)
- Nicole’s Restaurant – Soul Food Restaurant (https://www.facebook.com/Nicolessouthernkitchen/)
- Pammie’s Restaurant – Soul Food Restaurant https://www.facebook.com/Pammies-Restaurant-Ribs-Chicken-Fish-193904967326228/
- Sides to go BBQ – BBQ, Cajun & Southern Cuisine (https://www.sidestogobbq.com/)
- Social 8 – Restaurant and Lounge (www.akronsocial8.com)
- Tea House Bakery – Food, Beverages, Baked Goods (https://www.facebook.com/teabake38/)
- ThaiSoul Fusion Grill – Japanese & Soul Food Restaurant (https://www.thaisoulfusiongrill.com/about)
- The Flavor Grille – American & Jamaican Cuisine (https://www.theflavorgrille.com/)
- The Pierogi Lady – 50% Black owned Caterer (www.thepierogilady.com)
- The Teal Lady – Tea Room, Event Space (https://ohiotealady.com/)
- West Coney Island – Fast Food Restaurant (https://www.facebook.com/westsideconeyislandakron/)
- Yvonne’s Art and Sweets – Homegrown Baking Service (https://www.facebook.com/Yvonnes-Art-and-Sweets-109318710873320/)
Wellness (Gym, Massage, & Healthcare Services)
- Akron Urban Agriculture – Quality Gardening, Farming, Food production awareness (https://www.akronurbanagriculture.com/)
- BF Empowerment Center – Behavioral and Mental Health Counseling (https://www.bfempowerment.com/)
- Body Rock Studio – Health & Fitness Services (https://bodyrockelite.com/)
- Care for you Homecare Agency – Home Healthcare Agency (https://www.careforyouhha.com/)
- D’Vinely Touched Massage, LLC – Professional Massage Therapy (https://dvinelytouched19.amtamembers.com/)
- HER Beautiful Mind – Coaching & Emotion Wellness (https://herbeautifulmind220.com/)
- Hopson Communications & Coaching – Business coaching, consulting & public Speaking firm (https://www.facebook.com/HopsonCommunications/)
- I Got Your Back Massage And Wellness Center – Massage and Wellness Center (http://www.igybmassagecenter.com/)
- Keith Terlonge Holistic Counseling – Counseling & Therapy (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/keith-terlonge-holistic-counseling-llc-akron-oh/325296)
- Peace of Mind and Body Massage – Therapeutic Mind and Body Massage Service (https://www.vagaro.com/peaceofmind)
- Physio Balance & Sports Performance – Physical Therapy (https://physiobsp.com/our-team/verrelle-lee-wyatt/)
- Rodney Long Jr., MSSA, LISW – Mental Health Counselor – Mental health counseling (http://www.rodneylongjr.com/)
- Serenity Crossroads I & II – Mental Health & Addiction Services (https://www.facebook.com/SERENITYCROSSROADS/)
- Sheena’s Platinum Movements – Non-competitive Dance Studio (http://www.platinummovements.com/home)
- Sweetlycreated4u – 100% Soy Candles (https://www.sc4ucandles.com/)
- Summer Ready Fitness – Gym/Physical Fitness Center (https://www.facebook.com/Summerready365/)
- Welcome to The Pit – Black owned training facility (https://wttpit.com/)
- Yoga with Nicole C – Yoga & Wellness classes (https://helloyogawithnicole.wordpress.com/home/)
Primary Care Physicians
- Andrea Sims, MD, FAAP – Pediatrician – 330-865-1252 (Akron Children’s Hospital Pediatrics, 701 White Pond Drive, Suite 100 Akron, OH 44320)
- Andrea Walker, MD – Internal Medicine – 330-923-0553 (96 Graham Rd Ste ABC, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223)
- Benson S. Bonyo, DO – Family Medicine – 330-867-7544 (1569 Vernon Odom Blvd Akron, OH 44320)
- Calvin R. Brown, MD – Internal Medicine – 330-867-9408 (1655 W Market St Akron, OH 44313)
- Chimezie C Amanambu, MD – Internal Medicine – 330-375-0000 (1655 W Market St, Suite L Akron, OH 44313)
- Ekaete Jackson, MD – Family Medicine – 330-896-3447 (1940 Town Park Blvd, Uniontown, OH 44685)
- E Lee Byrd DDS – General Dentist – 330-745-8895 (1003 Kenmore Blvd Akron, Ohio)
- Garimah Jones, MD – Internal Medicine – 330-864-4488
- George Ekene Ilodi, DO – Internal Medicine 330-379-5252 (525 E Market St Akron, OH 44304)
- Gregory D. Roulette, MD – Obstetrics and Gynecology, LGBTQ Inclusive
- Roxanne Taylor, MD – Pediatrician – 330-252-1135 (891 East Exchange Street Akron, OH 44306)
- Yolanda Duncan, MD – Family Medicine – (330) 923-1117 – (96 Graham Rd Ste ABC, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223)
- Yoleetah C Ilodi, MD – Getriatric Medicine – 330-375-3315 (55 Arch Street, Suite 1B Akron, OH 44304)
Art (Art Gallery, Furniture, Crafts, etc)
- Art Only Boutique Studio – Art & Education (https://artonlyboutique.weebly.com/#/)
- JBurgess Designs – Furniture Store, Art Gallery (http://JBurgessdesigns.com)
- P31 Art & Design – Online Printable Arts & Design Store (https://www.p31art.com/)
- So-So Artsy Paint & Sip Studios – Arts & Crafts studio & workshop (https://www.sosoartsy.com/about)
- SylviaPaints – Custom Portrait Artist – Oil, Acrylic and Digital Media (https://www.sylviasykesart.com/)
- Totally Tangled Creations – Visual Art, Art Gallery (https://www.facebook.com/TotallyTangledCreations/)
- Woodrow Nash Studios & Gallery – Art Studio & Gallery (https://woodrownashstudios.com/)
Health/Beauty
- A Beautiful You Hair Studio – Hair Studio (1655 W Market St. Suite 100 Akron, OH 44313 – 330-761-1060)
- Art of Essence Salon – Stylist & Cosmetology (https://www.styleseat.com/m/v/artofessence)
- Beauty 911 Hair Studio – Hair & Nail Studio (https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Nail-Salon/Beauty-911-Hair-Studio-190734277683050/)
- Bessay Salon – Hair Salon (https://www.bessaysalon.com/)
- CarloMoni Haircare Products – Haircare, Products/beard products, Makeup services (Www.carlomonihaircare.com)
- Dluxe Beauty Consulting – Hair Stylist (https://salonlofts.com/dasha_isaiah)
- Generations – Natural Health & Body Products (https://generations5plus.com/)
- Gilmore’s Nails – Nail Salon (http://gilmoresnails.com/)
- Goods – Organic products + Design (http://goods-here.co)
- Hair GEEK Studios – Hair Salon, Barber Shop (https://www.facebook.com/HairGeekStudios/)
- Hair Velocity – Salon & Haircare Services (www.vagaro.com/hairvelocity)
- Hall Of Fame Barbershop – Barber Services (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hall-of-Fame/143209282908298)
- JLS Beauty – Cosmetics, Personal Care (https://jlsbeauty.bigcartel.com/)
- Kalon By Kiesha – Licensed Esthetician (https://kalonbykiesha.skincaretherapy.net/home)
- Kangaroo Kutz – Barber Services (https://www.facebook.com/Kangaroo-Kutz-833465566712079/)
- Lavishly Defyned Beauty Supply – Beauty Supply Store (Lavishly Defyned Beauty Supply)
- Leia Love Hair & Nail Salon, LLC – Nail Salon, Hair Salon, Makeup (www.leialove.com)
- Levels Barber Studio – Barber Services (https://www.downtownakron.com/go/levels-barber-studio)
- Loves, On Me – Bath and Body Products (Loves, On Me | Facebook)
- MAHVE – Wardrobe Styling & Consultation, Online Boutique – (https://mahve.com/)
- Monty’s Place – Barber Services – 848 W Exchange St, Akron, OH 44302 (https://thedevilstrip.com/what-i-wish-i-knew-troy-tavares-the-barber-twins/)
- OilsInHarmony – Body Butters, Body Oils & Original Fragrance Formulas (https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilsinharmony/)
- Ready, Set, Glow! – Hair Nail & Beauty Artistry (https://readysetglowbeauty.com/)
- R.N.C. Luxury Brand – Skincare products (https://www.rncluxury.com/)
- Skinsations Body Essentials – Affordable Skincare Products (https://www.skinsationsbe.com/)
- Textura Curl Studio – Hair Care Studio (https://www.texturacurls.com)
- The Blend Barber Shop – Barber Services (https://the-blend-barber-shop.business.site/)
- The Experience Barber & Beauty Salon – Barber Shop, Hair Salon (https://www.facebook.com/The-Experience-Barber-Beauty-Salon-208976662449238/)
- Transformations Barber & Beauty – Hair Salon, Barber Shop (https://www.facebook.com/TransformationsBarberBeautyAkron/)
Tech
- Computer Repair Extraordinaires and Consultants LLC – Computer Repair (https://www.crec1.com)
- SOS Contract Services – IT Support and CyberSecurity Services (330-983-6050)
- Speedy iRepair – Cell Phone & Smartphone Repair (https://speedyirepair.com/)
Education Services
- Akron Notary Public – Public and Notary Signing Agent (https://www.notarypublicakron.com/)
- Alien Arts, Inc – Education in Hip-Hop, Performing Arts, & Social Change (https://alienartshiphop.org/)
- Bright Hopes Community Childcare Center – Child Care Services (https://bhcc112.wixsite.com/website)
- Charles Tyler Law Firm – Family law, Criminal defense, School law & more (https://tylerlawoffice.com/)
- Crossing Bridges Daycare – Fundamental Education With Children (https://crossingbridgesdaycare.org/)
- Dreams Academy Music and Media Center – Music Education for young men (http://www.dreamsacademyakron.org/)
- Edward L. Gilbert Co. LPA – Employment & Constitutional law, Estate Planning, Discrimination (https://www.edwardlgilbert.com/)
- First Choice Bookkeeping and Tax Service LLC – Tax Preparation, Small Business Bookkeeping, Accounting & more (https://www.firstchoicebookkeepingservice.com/)
- JLW Tax & Financial Services – Tax Preparation, Consulting & Financial Literacy (https://jlwtaxfinancial.com/)
- Stevens Notary Services – Notarizations, Loan Signings (https://www.stevensnotaryservices.com/)
- Onebridge Support Services – Ohio job training and other services for disabled adults (https://onebridgecare.com/)
- PATHworks – Programs & Services that help young adults (https://pathworksohio.com/services/)
- Pryor Law Firm – Services including: Wills, Trusts, Retirement/Estate Planning, Insurance & more (https://marcuspryor8.wixsite.com/mysite)
- Resume Energy – Professionally written resumes (https://www.resume-energy.com/)
- Staci Jordan Shelton – Performance Consultant, Strategist And Coach (https://www.stacijordanshelton.com/)
- Tax Facts LLC – Finance, Accounting, Consultation & Tax Services (https://www.taxfactsllc.com/)
Apparel (Clothing, Printing Services, & Brands)
- Airtight Airbrushing – Custom Airbrush Apparel (https://www.facebook.com/Airtight-Airbrushing-127747583958695/)
- Akron Candle Company – Homegrown Candle Company (https://www.akroncandlecompany.com/)
- Art by Design – Artisan jewelry & Accessories (https://www.etsy.com/shop/artbydesignco)
- 7th Floor Clothing – Clothing Brand (https://www.7thfloorclothing.com/shop)
- Bizzy Beads Boutique – Jewelry & Accessories (https://www.bizzybeads.biz/)
- Future Motives – Clothing Brand (https://www.futuremotives.com/)
- Not Perfect Clothing Brand – Clothing Brand (https://notperfectbrand.bigcartel.com/)
- P.S. Boutique – Clothing Store (https://thepsboutique.com/)
- Seven Story Clothing Company – Screen Printing and Apparel Design (http://www.sevenstoryclothing.com/)
- Sky Blue – Outerwear (https://www.etsy.com/shop/skyblueouterwear)
- Syn Kade Corner – Gift Services, Baskets, T-shirts, Mugs, etc (www.Facebook.com/synkadecorner)
- TatteredHemStudio – Apparel, Fitted Masks, Cosplay outfits & more (https://www.etsy.com/shop/tatteredhemstudio/)
- The Garrett Candle Company – Candles, Home Decor (https://www.facebook.com/thegarrettcandleco/)
- The JameS Brand – Clothing Brand (https://www.shopthejamesbrand.com/)
- TXTURATEES – T-shirts & other apparel (https://www.txturatees.com/)
- We Care Tees – Clothing Brand (https://wecaretees.com/)
Publication (Media, Radio, Podcast)
- B.A.B.E. Magazine – Black and Brilliant Entrepreneur Magazine (https://www.officialbabemag.com/)
- The Reporter – Newspaper (online & print) – (https://www.thereporternewspaperonline.com/)
Black Creatives For Hire
- All Things Party – Event Planner (https://www.facebook.com/allthingsparty/)
- Dan Wilson – Musician/Guitar Lessons (danwilsonguitar.com)
- Jaron M. Legrair Studio – Voice Studio & Comprehensive voice training (http://jmlegrairstudio.com/)
- Jenniva Cummings – Pro Makeup Artist (www.youtube.com/user/nevagem84)
- Noir Creative – Photography, Graphic Design (https://www.facebook.com/noircreativellc/)
- My World Studios – Music, Production & Dance Studio (https://www.myworldakron.com/)
Miscellaneous
- Alpha Phi Alpha Homes, Inc – Quality Housing & Community Enhancement (http://alphahomes.org/)
- Dollar Plus and More – Convenience Store (https://www.facebook.com/dollarplusandmore/)
- Eat Speak Love – Subscription Box Service (https://eatspeaklove.com/)
- Eberhardt Realty & Management – Realty & Management (https://www.ermhomes.com/agents/)
- Epic Life Travel Outdoorz – Travel Business (https://epiclifeoutdoors.com/)
- Extraordinary Detail – Lawn & Landscape Company (https://extraordinarydetail.com/)
- Haze Herbal & Hydro – Souvenir Shop ((2) Haze Herbal & Hydro | Facebook)
- JJ’s Auto Outlet – Used Car Dealership (https://jjsautooutlet.com/)
- Klean Works – Janitorial Service (http://www.kleanworkscleaning.com)
- Neighborhood Commercial Cleaning Service – Commercial & Janitorial Cleaning (https://www.neighborhoodncc.com/)
- Salon de Pooch – Pet Groomer (https://www.salondepooch.com/)
- So Fresh Used Auto Sales – Auto & Tires Sales (http://sofreshusedauto.com/)
- Two Live Music – Music and Movie Store (https://www.facebook.com/2LiveMusicSuperstore/)
- Worthy One Services – Lawn, Dump Truck, Pickup & Delivery Services (https://worthyoneservices.com/)