Few U.S. cities have as many black-owned businesses as Atlanta. When it comes to grocery stores, Atlanta punches way above its weight.
This article will show you some of the best black-owned grocery stores in Atlanta.
Nourish + Bloom Market
300 Trilith Pkwy Suite 250, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Jamie and Jilea Hemmings are the couple behind Nourish + Bloom Market, America’s first autonomous grocery store with robotic delivery. The Hemmings are the first black owners and creators of an autonomous grocery store in the world.
How Nourish + Bloom Market Works
To purchase products at the grocery store, you’ll need to download the Nourish app. Once you choose your products you can just walk out of the store. Sensors at the door will automatically charge your account for the items you buy. There are sensors on the shelves to detect weight differences once merchandise is picked up.
Located in Fayetteville about 19 miles from Atlanta, Nourish + Bloom Market is very convenient and easy to use!
Sevananda
467 Moreland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 681-2831
Sevananda is a community-owned co-op which happens to have a sizeable black ownership in Atlanta.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Sevananda grocery: “Wonderful, super quick and friendly service. I used their online store for the first time today, and I was amazed to find it was quicker and easier than the other online/pickup groceries I’ve bought.
Incredibly pleased to see that face masks are mandatory (at least as of June 19th, 2020). Thanks for looking after everyone’s health.”
All About Oil
1000 Whitlock Ave NW #390, Marietta, GA 30064 | (678) 401-5431
Here’s what one reviewer says about All About Oil. “I am new to CBD and feel like I have been missing out! When I entered the store, Diana, the owner, listened to all my concerns and helped me find the perfect product for me. She was so helpful and knowledgeable explaining how each item worked and if it would benefit me. I have lower back pain (all of my adult life) and I ended up getting the salve, it’s been life changing for me at night. I am able to sleep virtually pain free now. I also purchased two infused olive oil products as gifts for my mom and she has raved about cooking with them. I am going back to get myself a few of the infused cooking oils now too! Definitely will be back to her super cute shop!”
Cayce Foods
1680 Roswell St SE, Smyrna, GA 30080 | (770) 432-6967
Here’s what one reviewer says about Cayce Foods: “The store is the best African food supply store I’ve been to. It has great stock of indigenous condiments, spices and meat. I loved the display of flags for each country represented. The checkout process is seamless. There’s also a restaurant inside with very tasty Nigerian jollof rice and local cuisines. The entrance to the store has a wheelchair ramp and there’s also free parking for visitors.”
Nana’s International Mini Market
5780 C.H. James Parkway SUITE 340, Powder Springs, GA 30127 | (770) 943-4330
Here’s what one reviewer says about Nana’s International Mini Market: “Very friendly service. Ended up buying a little more than what I came in for. Lol.”
South African Store
Cape Food & Beverage, also known as The South African Shop, Atlanta, imports and supplies South African products to the USA market. Since the company was established in 1998, the company has grown from strength to strength offering online shopping through our website, direct sales to the public through our store as well as wholesale to retailers across the USA.
S&J West Indian Enterprises
2575 Snapfinger Rd Suite J, Decatur, GA 30034 | (678) 418-7270
Here’s what one reviewer says about S&J West Indian Enterprises. “I love this place, they always have the best white pudding. Spices form back home.”
Sheba Foods
4757 Stone Mountain Hwy #400, Lilburn, GA 30047 | (770) 982-1000
Here’s what one reviewer says about Sheba Foods: “I picked up a Suya Turkey,Dressing and sauce, Plantains, Blackeyed peas and Sauted Spinach ! Came home and warmed it up ! The best turkey I have ever had in my life ! All the sides were delicious as well ! Sheba was very kind and professional ! She was very fair on her prices especially for a last minute holiday meal ! Thank You and God bless!”
Patchwork City Farms Shop
02 Pinehurst Terrace SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (814) 503-0310
The Patchwork City Farms shop has food you can purchase for your home. Here’s what one reviewer says about Patchwork City Farms. “Such a beautiful devoted young lady runs this farm. Its a pleasure to buy her vibrant healthy produce. She sells at the Peidmint park farmers market every week.”
Truly Living Well Center for Natural Urban AG
Truly Living Well operates in East Point, Atlanta as well as Fayetteville, Georgia. Truly LIving Well also has an online shop so you can buy groceries.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Truly Living Well. “My visit was peaceful. I enjoyed sitting in there in solitude. The beds could use some weeding. I’d like to volunteer my time to help with that. I was a bit disappointed that no one was there. 🙁 But, I’ll be back.”
Nature’s Own Herb Shop
28 S Central Ave, Atlanta, GA 30354 | (404) 209-1969
Here’s what one reviewer says about Nature’s Own Herb Shop. “The lady is very knowledgeable and she is real smart, she is about her business. When she tells u something do it but its all good, felt like my mom told me to do something. I will continue to shop there i wouldnt say she rude but about her business. Im a barbershop owner so i understand.
Of course, there are more local grocery stores that support the community, like Westview Corner Grocery.
If you’re hungry for a dine-in experience, here are the best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta
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The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.
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