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EatOkra
EatOkra is a platform that connects food enthusiasts to Black-owned restaurants, chefs, and culinary creators in order to enhance their dining experiences. With over 19,500 Black-owned establishments, including restaurants, food trucks, coffee shops, bars, and brunch spots, users have access to a wide variety of options. The app allows users to discover new and cherished Black-owned eateries both locally and beyond, with the ability to filter search results based on distance, ratings, delivery services, categories, addresses, phone numbers, and websites. Additionally, users can bookmark restaurants for future exploration.
EatOkra celebrates the diverse cuisines of the African diaspora, offering a range of food options such as soul food, vegan dishes, BBQ, African, Caribbean, seafood, Cajun/Creole, and more. The platform includes restaurants in major cities across the United States, including New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, and Atlanta, among others.
Community engagement is a key aspect of EatOkra, with features that allow users to learn about the history of restaurants and foods from restaurant partners. The app also provides information on Black Food festivals, virtual events, brunch parties, and the participants in each area through the Event Spotlight feature. In addition, users can share their dining experiences by rating and reviewing restaurants within the app. EatOkra also welcomes recommendations for Black-owned businesses to be featured on the platform.
By integrating food, culture, and community, EatOkra aims to raise awareness and provide equal opportunities for Black-owned businesses, aspiring hospitality leaders, and voices in the food and beverage industry. For more information, visit EatOkra.com.