Everyone is preparing to visit NOLA for Essence Fest. We all know that no matter where we go we need to find what to eat. We have curated a list of 11 black-owned food spots you should visit (in no particular order). Please be sure to tag @blackpeopleeats or mention #blackpeopleeats on Instagram or Facebook so we can follow what you are doing.
1.Dooky Chase’s Restaurant
Here you can find Creole and Soul Food with amazing recipes from the Legendary Creole chef Leah Chase that has been serving the community since 1941.
3. Compère Lapin
A sophisticated eatery serving Caribbean- and European-accented takes on New Orleans flavors.
4.Willie Mae’s Scotch House
6. Bywater American Bistro
American restaurant & cocktail bar in a big brick building using seasonal & locally reared produce.
Address: 2900 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70117
Traditional New Orleans cuisine comes in an updated century-old building with cheery yellow walls.
Address: 5229 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70117
9. Vyoone’s Restaurant
French fare & cocktails served in a brick-lined space with a classic bar & courtyard seating.
Address: 412 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70130
10.The Cupcake Collection- New Orelans
Specialty cupcakes in a variety of creative flavors are the draw at this local, cheerful bakeshop.
11.We Dat’s Chicken & Shrimp
