What is Black Atlanta known for?

Black Atlanta is known for its thriving Black culture, Black-owned businesses, historically Black colleges (HBCUs), Civil Rights history, world-class nightlife, music scene, and a booming Black entrepreneurship ecosystem. Atlanta is often called the 'Black Mecca' of America. BlackAtlanta.com is your guide to all of it.

What percentage of Atlanta is Black?

Approximately 51% of Atlanta's city population identifies as Black or African American, making it one of the most Black-majority major cities in the United States. The Atlanta metro area has the second largest Black population in the country.

What are the best Black Atlanta events this weekend?

BlackAtlanta.com is the #1 source for Black Atlanta events — from nightlife and day parties to brunch, networking, concerts, and rooftop events. Visit blackatlanta.com/Scene for the latest Black Atlanta events this weekend.

Where can I find Black-owned businesses in Atlanta?

BlackAtlanta.com hosts the largest directory of Black-owned businesses in Atlanta, GA — including restaurants, bars, salons, fitness studios, professional services, real estate, and more. Visit blackatlanta.com/Guide to browse the full directory.

What neighborhoods are popular in Black Atlanta?

Popular Black Atlanta neighborhoods include West End, East Atlanta, Cascade, South Fulton, Buckhead, Midtown, Downtown, Decatur, and Camp Creek. Each has a vibrant community of Black-owned businesses and cultural events.

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Boogalou Restaurant & Lounge

east atlanta

Upscale southern cuisine meets nightlife. The perfect blend of great food, craft cocktails, and live entertainment.

BLACK OWNED

404 Sports Bar & Grill

other · sports bar

Atlanta's go-to Black-owned sports bar serving wings, burgers, fish, pastas, and more — plus cold beer and hookahs. 4.2 stars with 478 Google reviews. Come for the game, stay for the vibe. <img src="https://media.base44.com/images/public/695a74db91430ca70def9f1e/2a30e0e55_hf_20260403_141516_ccbcde24-04a4-44cd-a000-6ba552a13e6f.png" style="width:100%;max-width:480px;display:block;margin:1.5rem auto;" alt="Ladies Night Fridays - Pretty & Paid Energy" />

Gwinnett Barber Institute

other · Barber school

BLACK OWNED

Café Circa

east atlanta · neighborhood lounge

Café Circa is a sleeper hit and the locals want to keep it that way. Black-owned, community-rooted, with a back patio that comes alive on the right night. The prices are reasonable. The energy is neighborhood. The loyalty of that crowd is unmatched.

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Josephine Lounge

midtown · cocktail lounge

The vibe at Josephine is cultivated. They take their cocktail program seriously, the music is deliberately selected, and the crowd is sophisticated without being stuffy. This is the spot you take someone you're genuinely trying to impress.

BLACK OWNED

Suite Lounge

other · social lounge

If you need to conduct business while also having a good time, Suite Lounge is your place. The energy is social, the atmosphere is curated, and you will absolutely run into someone you know. Networking disguised as a night out — Atlanta's favorite trick.

Atlanta Barber & Beauty Supply

other · Barber supply store

Resource for a full line of pro barber supplies, from combs, clippers & razors to furniture & signs.

ProFresh Barber Academy

other · Barber school

Profile Institute-Barber school

other · Barber school

BLACK OWNED

Atlanta Barber Institute

other · Barber school

Sam Verly College

other · Barber school

Scales Barber Academy~East point, GA

other · Barber school

Premiere Beauty & Barber College

decatur · Barber school

Churchill Grounds

midtown · Jazz Bar & Cocktail Lounge

Churchill Grounds is Midtown's premier jazz destination, offering live jazz performances, craft cocktails, and an intimate, grown-and-sexy atmosphere. The dress code is enforced and reservations are strongly recommended. If you're looking for a sophisticated night out with world-class live music, this is where you take someone you want to impress.

Gino's Classic Barber Academy

sandy springs · Barber school

Scales barber academy- Mcdoungh, GA

other · Barber school

ProFresh Barber Academy

other · Barber school

Profile Institute-Barber school

other · Barber school

BLACK OWNED

Atlanta Barber Institute

other · Barber school

Sam Verly College

other · Barber school

Scales Barber Academy~East point, GA

other · Barber school