Try These Black-Owned Restaurants in Tulsa

In the mood for barbecue? Alpha Grill is a must-try. Their rubs, injections and barbecue sauce are all scratch-made and you can get delicious, tender meat on anything – a sandwich, a potato, nachos, you name it. You’ll always be greeted by a warm and welcoming human, whether you’re at their food truck or dining in at one of their physical locations.

Black Wall Street Liquid Lounge is the perfect place to start or end your day in the Historic Greenwood District. Whether you need energy with a jolt of espresso in the morning before you hit the office, or you want to unwind with a latte and a treat at the end of a crazy work day, don’t hesitate to stop by. You’ll love the drinks AND the people you meet.

Curds and Whey Gourmet is proud to be the first Black Female-Owned permanent restaurant in Mother Road Market. If you’re feeling wraps, fresh salads or even a plate of loaded fries, you definitely need to make Curds and Whey your next stop. And of course, you can’t leave without trying the famous Shrimp Scampi Fries! 

At Evelyn’s Soul Food, they’re pretty dang serious about soul food. You won’t want to miss all of your favorite comfort classics created by James Beard Award Semifinalist Wanda J. Armstrong – catfish, fried chicken, mashed potatoes and of course, delectable peach cobbler. Run, don’t walk here for your next lunch or dinner. 

Located in the historic Greenwood District, Fixins is the perfect spot for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Offering impeccable service in an energetic atmosphere, Fixins is owned by NBA legend and former Mayor of Sacramento Kevin Johnson.

If you love shopping with a purpose, you’ll love Fulton Street Books & Coffee. Not only is it a bookstore that sells books mostly written by marginalized communities and a coffee shop with all the coziest vibes (especially on a cold winter day), Fulton Street is a place with a goal to bring people together, encourage discourse and to increase literacy. Their love for people is at the heart of everything they do.

Love French Toast? Well, you haven’t had French Toast until you’ve had it from Get Toasted. A locally-owned family food truck created specifically to share all their favorite breakfast and brunch recipes with the public, Get Toasted is a Tulsa favorite. Make sure you stop by for your next brunch craving. 

Rozay's Wingz is a mouthwatering option for chicken wings, sides and innovative sauces. At Rozay's, chicken is fresh, never frozen, fries are fresh-cut and the sauce blends are packed with bold flavors. You can find them on Route 66 and in the Boxyard in the Blue Dome District. And another perk: they’re open until 4 a.m. on weekends!

Who knew you could get a taste of the Caribbean in the heart of downtown Tulsa? Located in the Tulsa Arts District, Sisserou’s serves up powerful, authentic flavors of the island of Dominica in the Caribbean with twists from Europe and America. 

Open for lunch and dinner, this James Beard Award Semifinalist offers fresh seafood, plantains, spicy jerk chicken, burgers, steak or pretty much anything you crave. Don’t forget to try the signature cocktails like the delicious rum punch. 

Sometimes there’s just nothing better than stuffing your face with a pizza slice the size of your head. And Umberto’s won’t disappoint. For delicious pizza with the perfect amount of flop, a hearty calzone or even some juicy garlic knots, Umberto’s could be your new favorite lunch or dinner destination, dine-in or carryout.