Black Restaurant Week Kicks Off This Weekend In Atlanta

MIDTOWN, GA — Black Restaurant Week kicked off Friday. The event is in its fourth year. It’s a time to show support for local, Black-owned businesses across metro Atlanta.

Black Restaurant Week in Atlanta will last from Sept. 4 through Sept. 13.

“We’ve expanded our participation from restaurants to food trucks, sweets, and more. This year we are adding some fun activities along, check below to learn ways to win gift cards, cash prizes, and more,” organizers said on the event’s website.

People can help celebrate the flavors of African American, African, and Caribbean cuisine.

Customers who eat at the participating restaurants have a chance to win prizes. Here is how it works.

• Visit the directory for list of participating restaurants.
• Dine in, order delivery or takeout at any of the restaurants, food trucks, or caterers.
• Eat at multiple locations to complete a row and achieve BINGO.
• Save a copies of your receipt for proof of purchase.
• Submit your photos of receipts to My Black Receipts for a chance to win.
• Enjoy your prize. Prizes include Gift Cards to select restaurants and other culinary treats.

Georgia ranks second in the nation when it comes to states that support Black-owned businesses the most, according to a recent study conducted by Zippia.

It also says that there are 8,929 Black-owned businesses statewide, employing 83,781 people.

Learn more about Black Restaurant Week here.