After Starbucks messed up by arresting two Black men for sitting in Starbucks and denying another one of using the bathroom, African-Americans are mad and boycotting. However, not having your coffee fix is tough so take a look at 24 Black owned coffee shops across the nation. Get out there and support!
1. Just Add Honey
Located in Atlanta, Georgia Just Add Honey gives a unique spin on the tradition of southern tea. So if you’re not into coffee check them out they have a nice collection of loose leaf teas.
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2. Red Bay Coffee
Out of Oakland, California Red Bay Coffee is dedicated to finding great coffee that they can roast and give to their customers.
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3. Crazy Coffee Co
If you’re a coffee fanatic then you’ll love Crazy Coffee Co. in Lenexa, KS. They specialize in drip coffee with tons of different flavors for any coffee lover to try.
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4. Calabash Tea & Tonic
If you’re looking for a chill place to crash and do some work while still getting a hot cup of coffee or tea, check out Calabash Tea & Tonic in Washington D.C. They have an assortment of teas, coffees and food to keep you coming back.
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5. Village Tea Co
Village Tea Company in National HarborMarylandd is all about the blends. They take special care to blend different types of teas to create an amazing combination of flavors. On top of that, they’re environmentally friendly with their packaging.
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6. Wild Fig Coffee And Books
Wild Fig Books & Coffee is a writer/Black-owned coffee and bookshop in Lexington Kentucky. They’ve combined books for adults and kids with treats and of course coffee.
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7. Whittier Cafe
Whittier Cafe located in Denver, Colorado has it’s very own lending library. While browsing through the stores library take a seat and sip on some espresso.
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8. Turn
This sophisticated coffee shop located St. Louis Missouri uses locally made ingredients to make tasty treats.
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9. Kaffine Coffee
How many times have you been at a coffee shop and wished you could print something? At Kaffine Coffee in Houston, TX they not only have wifi but a printer too! With their laid back vibes and interesting decor, you can have some coffee and some food.
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10. Dee’s Coffee
Located in New Orleans, Louisiana Dee’s Coffee serves a variety of coffee and loose-leaf teas with locally made pastries.
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11. Northwest Coffee Co
Northwest Coffee Co located in Clayton, Missouri focuses on uniting the community by using hand-roasted coffee and inspiring conversations.
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12. Not So Urban Coffee
Not So Urban Coffee specializes in roasting coffee from Africa, South/Central America, and Asia. It’s located in Oxford, GA.
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13. Ivy’s Tea Co.
Ivy’s Tea Co. is accessible for everyone because it’s located online! This company is Hip-Hop inspired with holistic health in mind. They give their customers locally sourced herbal teas made by a herbalist with herb-infused honey.
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14. Gullah Girl Tea
Gullah Girl Tea is another online tea shop that focuses on healing tea made by hand.
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15. Currency Exchange
In the city of Chicago, Currency Exchange is a Hip-Hop cafe that uses recycled furniture with a library of their own. They feature American, Mexican & Filipino food.
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16. Amalgam Comics & Coffee
If you’re into comics and love coffee then you definitely want to check out this Philadelphia cafe shop. Amalgam Comics & Coffee is the place to chill and look at all your comic dreams.
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17. My Cup Of Tea
My Cup Of Tea located in Memphis, TN features over 30 different types of specialty teas.
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18. Ain’t She Sweet Cafe
With a name like that who wouldn’t want to stop by for cup of coffee. Located in Chicago, it gives cozy vibes offering sandwiches, smoothies and desserts.
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19. Beyu Cafe
If you like live jazz with a bar than the Beyu Cafe is the place to be. Located in Durham, NC the cafe serves bohemian vibes with coffee served every hour that it’s open.
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20. Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Book Shop
Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Book Shop in Philadelphia serves coffee and holds live events, book signings, and movie screenings.
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21. Breukelen Coffee House
Nestled in New York, NY is cozy little spot that serves specialty brewed coffee with baked pasteries.
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22. Boon Boona Coffee
Boon Boona Coffee in Seattle, WA gets its coffee from East Africa.
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23. Black Swan Espresso
Black Swan Espresso specializes in coffee and tea using international coffee beans.
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24. The Terminal Cafe
The Terminal Cafe in Nashville, TN is the spot to have breakfast and lunch in a travel styled cafe.
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