Here’s our running list of Black-owned businesses in Akron. If you think of any businesses that aren’t listed yet, email floco@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/)
- Edgar’s Restaurant – Fine Dining (https://edgarsrestaurant.com/)
- Essential Dipped Delights – Desserts (https://www.facebook.com/essentialdd/)
- Jenuine Cuisines – Personal Culinary Services (https://jenuinecuisines.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/)
- 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/)
- Nephew’s Restaurant – Comfort Food (https://www.nephewsrestaurant.com/)
- Nicole’s Restaurant – Soul Food Restaurant *Temporarily closed due to covid?* (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)
- Smack Yo Mamma – Chicken & Burger Restaurant (https://www.facebook.com/SmackYoMamma/)
- 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/)
Wellness (Gym, Massage, & Healthcare Services)
- 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/)
- I Got Your Back Massage And Wellness Center – Massage and Wellness Center (http://www.igybmassagecenter.com/)
- Physio Balance & Sports Performance – Physical Therapy (https://physiobsp.com/our-team/verrelle-lee-wyatt/)
- 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)
- Summer Ready Fitness – Gym/Physical Fitness Center (https://www.facebook.com/Summerready365/)
- Welcome to The Pit – 50% Black owned training facility (https://wttpit.com/)
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)
- Art Only Boutique Studio – Art & Education (https://artonlyboutique.weebly.com/#/)
- JBurgess Designs – Furniture Store, Art Gallery (http://JBurgessdesigns.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)
- Gilmore’s Nails – Nail Salon (http://gilmoresnails.com/)
- Goods – Organic products + Design (http://goods-here.co)
- Hall Of Fame Barbershop – Barber Services (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hall-of-Fame/143209282908298)
- JLS Beauty – Cosmetics, Personal Care (https://jlsbeauty.bigcartel.com/)
- Kangaroo Kutz – Barber Services (https://www.facebook.com/Kangaroo-Kutz-833465566712079/)
- Leia Love Hair & Nail Salon, LLC – Nail Salon, Hair Salon, Makeup (www.leialove.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/
- Ready, Set, Glow! – Hair Nail & Beauty Artistry (https://readysetglowbeauty.com/)
- Skinsations Body Essentials – Affordable Skincare Products (https://www.skinsationsbe.com/)
- St. Augustine Suds https://thedevilstrip.com/womens-market-day-celebrates-female-entrepreneurs/
- Textura Curl Studio – Hair Care Studio (https://www.texturacurls.com)
- The Blend Barber Shop – Barber Services (https://the-blend-barber-shop.business.site/)
- 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
- Bright Hopes Community Childcare Center – Child Care Services (https://bhcc112.wixsite.com/website)
- 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/)
- 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)
- 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/)
- 7th Floor Clothing – Clothing Brand (https://www.7thfloorclothing.com/shop)
- Bizzy Beads Boutique – Jewelry & Accessories (https://www.bizzybeads.biz/)
- 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)
- 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/)
Black Creatives For Hire
- All Things Party – Event Planner (https://www.facebook.com/allthingsparty/)
- 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/)
- 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/)
- JJ’s Auto Outlet – Used Car Dealership (https://jjsautooutlet.com/)
- Klean Works – Janitorial Service (http://www.kleanworkscleaning.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/)