4 Black-Owned Restaurants To Support In London

The streets of London are well known for being jam-packed full of restaurants bursting with flavours from around the world. The city is just sizzling with quality restaurants for you to try! As lovers of all things food, we’re supporting black-owned businesses by listing some of the best restaurants in London. Every establishment on this list has put their own creative spin on traditional African and Caribbean dishes finding bold and subtle ways to celebrate their heritage through the delicious food they create. So let’s take a look at these amazing black owned restaurants in London…

Stork restaurant is a fine-dining pan-African restaurant located in Mayfair's historic Cork Street, positioned between Green Park and Regent Street. Co-owners Michael Adjovi Kalu and Nadina Grigoras bring the essence of their own native influences and heritage from West Africa and Eastern Europe through Stork onto the table of London diners.

This restaurant is described to reimagine Pan-African Dining, seating 120 guests across two floors. When entering, you will be amazed by their interior design that features a powerful aesthetic of artistic visuals and plenty of Stork themed memorabilia. Seasonality is a central component of Stork’s menu and the dishes on offer reflect this. Their talented chef team is committed to making fresh, locally sourced and flavorsome dishes on the daily. Head chef Adebola Adeshina's portfolio of fine cuisine experience working under some of the UK's notable michelin starred chefs such as Gordon Ramsey and Marcus Wareing has enabled him to bring creative flair to this fine dining establishment.

Aside from Stork’s amazing menu, what stood out for us is their appreciation for art. Chinakwe has had the opportunity to showcase some of our bold artwork in this Afro-Fusion restaurant. If you are a fan of African cuisine, lover of art and want to immerse in a cultural atmosphere, you should add this restaurants to your list of places to visit. So when you get the chance make sure to head down there to enjoy some good food and see Caroline Chinakwe’s art pieces 'I am who I am' and ' We are who we are from the debut art series 'This is Me' (2020) in person!

Address:13-14 Cork St, Mayfair, London W1S 3NS

Website: https://www.storkrestaurant.com/

12:51

Next on our list is 12:51. The founder James Cochran got his inspiration from his Scottish and West Indian roots to bring expertly seasoned recipes to a casual dining restaurant. 12:51 is a chic eatery at St Mary’s on London’s vibrant Upper Street with a burgeoning reputation. 

Lunch brings an express menu with great value that promises three plates for under £20, offering sensational meals and a fine selection of hand crafted cocktails that will add extra touch to your meal. You can also visit in the evening to expeince their spectacular 5-course taster menu! 12:51’s contemporary interior design and warm dining atmosphere makes it a great spot to celebrate a special occasions with friends and family

Address: 12:51, 107 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 1QN

Website: 1251.co.uk

PAPA L’S KITCHEN

Papa L's Kitchen was founded by Chef Lawrence Gomez, who has gathered 15 years experience working at renowned restaurants in London such as The Ivy, Sexy Fish and Scott’s. He decided it was time to start his own restaurant by launching Papa L's Kitchen, an African Fusion pop-up kitchen on Jermyn street. Dedicated to pursuing his passion for food by celebrating African fusion flavours in a welcoming and laid-back atmosphere.

The restaurant portrays a rich celebration of African cultures and diaspora – through beautiful art (from local uk artists and uk art curators), ambience, good music, vibe and energy.  Chef Lawrence is on a mission to create a truly social dining experience where guests can enjoy each other’s company and the astounding flavours of his dishes. There is a wide variety of delicious meals, such as PAPA L’s signature Ma’s Benachin rice and grilled king tiger prawns; a national dish from Gambia, passed down from Gomez’s mother.  All signature dishes are totally unique with top secret marinades and sauces that are sure to delight all who take a seat at Papa L's . 

‘I can't be stung by you’ behind the amazing @takkunda at Papa L's Kitchen

Similar to Chinakwe, the restaurant shares our passion for showcasing the vibrancy and history of black culture to the modern consumer. In addition to providing you with another opportunity to see a Chinakwe art piece, ‘I can't be stung by you’ from the debut art series 'This is Me' (2020) hanging on their walls.

Address: 16-17 Jermyn Street, SW1Y 6LT

Website: https://papalskitchen.com/ 

THREE LITTLE BIRDS

And last, but definitely not the least is a female owned restaurant 'Three Little Birds' founded by former Jamaica Miss Universe, April Jackson. Her passion and love for her country's delicacies inspired her to set up this fine Jamaican inspired restaurant. Situated in Coldharbour Lane – the centre of the British Caribbean community in Brixton.

With a Jamaican inspired menu, this café, boutique and rum bar was created to celebrate her island's cuisine, music and talent, whilst giving guests the opportunity to escape as they journey to the Caribbean. The restaurant also pays tribute to the musical legend of Bob Marley. So if you want a new spot to indulge in the best of all things Jamaican you should head over to Three Little Birds.

Address: 412 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London SW9 8LF

Website: threelittlebirdsja.com

Leave a comment below if you have tried any of these restaurants and share your experience with us… If you haven’t you totally should (and come thank me later).