In honor of Juneteenth, here’s a list of Black-owned Columbus eateries to try

Marlow’s Cheesesteaks

One of central Ohio’s best–and most authentic–cheesesteak spots has been open in Gahanna for over a year now. If you haven’t tried their food, including their Philly-inspired Water Ice as well, what are you waiting for?

West Side Slice

A new pizzeria has recently opened in the Hilltop, and Columbus can’t stop talking about it. West Side Slice is serving thin and crispy Columbus-style pies.

Creole 2 Geaux

Now with a location in the East Market as well as a standalone Arena District eatery,
Creole 2 Gueax offers Creole classics from a Columbus native with Louisiana roots.

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Slappin Wings

This Columbus wing spot opened its current location this year on the north side, and Slappin Wings already has a Hilltop-area location in the works.

Phyllis Ann’s Signature Ice Creamery

The family behind the Polaris-based spice shop Phyllis Ann’s Family Recipe launched an ice cream spot all of its own, which is also located in Polaris Fashion Place.

Bake Me Happy

One of the city’s most popular bakeries, Bake Me Happy, also happens to be entirely Gluten-free. The bakery operates a new location in a former Merrion Village-area post office.

LB’s Golden Fried Fish & Chicken

Originally a cloud kitchen, LB’s Golden Fried Fish & Chicken launched its first ever food truck earlier this year, making its fried fish and chicken even more accessible.

La Glory’s Soul Food Cafe

Speaking of food trucks, La Glory’s Soul Food Cafe now has one of its own, but the eatery still operates its east side brick and mortar for when you feel like soul food.

Way Down Yonder Beignets & Coffee

This Discovery District spinoff of the New Orleans-inspired spot Way Down Yonder offers authentic Louisiana beignets, coffee and more. 

Just Chicken

Because you can’t go wrong with quality chicken strips, fries and sauces, Just Chicken doesn’t make much else. And why should they? You can find them in both the East Market and New Albany’s Bubbly Hall.

Want to read more? Check out our print publication, (614) Magazine. Learn where you can find a free copy of our new June issue here!

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