Eat Black Charlotte Food Festival returns to the Queen City. If you're into experiencing some of the city's best Black-owned restaurants and culture than this is the event for you.
You may be familiar with the name 'Eat Black Charlotte'. In the past, it was known as an entire week of indulging in food created by Black-owned eateries. It is coming back again this year with a new look and new name: Bites on Seventh. According to its website, Bites on Seventh is a family-friendly event that will feature over a dozen new and longtime local Black-owned restaurants and food trucks. The new format is a bit more robust and exciting. It will be a block party with curated foods and drinks.
The co-founder of Eat Black Charlotte, Erique Berry tells the Charlotte Observer it's been cool to see what started as a hashtag in 2020 transformed into an actual festival. Outside of the food, there will be activities, educational programs, and even live performances. Organizers say they've been intentional in setting a vibe.
The goal, they say, is to experience good food and celebrate the best Black-owned restaurants in the city. Bites on Seventh is June 1 from 2 pm to 7 pm in the First Ward area near Victoria Yards. The festival is free to attend, however, guests will be required to buy a $10 wristband that is linked to a credit or debit card to purchase food and drinks during the event. VIP tickets and a swag bag will also be available for $40.
(See restaurants featured at Bites On Seventh)
Black-owned restaurants are serving up some of the best cuisines across the country. Black-owned does not only mean soul food but there are a wide variety of black-owned restaurants across the country. From your favorite barbecue spots to pizza joints and so much more. Thrillist compromised a list of some of the best black-owned restaurants in the United States. That's right, the best black-owned restaurants all are on one list.
Guess what? Three South Carolina restaurants made this list. That's right, we're close to three of the best Black-owned restaurants in the Carolinas. Can you guess which cities these spots are in? Won't have to guess too long. Check out which South Carolina restaurants made the list below.
Nigel's Good Food
Now, as a girl born and raised in Charleston, Nigel's Good Food is one of those spots everyone enjoys. Since the day they opened, Nigel's has been serving up some of our favorites in Charleston. They have two different locations in the Charleston area and you can enjoy them both whenever you're in town. Their Geechie wings are one of the top-selling items we all love. Wings tossed in their signature Geechie sauce, nothing tastes better! You can also get favorites such as fried green tomatoes, creamy grits, chicken and waffles, fried shrimp, and MORE!
Bertha's Kitchen
Big, Bertha! Yeah, next time you are in Charleston take a trip to Bertha's Kitchen. This family owned spot is one of our favorites to enjoy. They are known for having some of the best fried chicken in the state of South Carolina. Yes, the entire state! The line is always long and the food is always good. You can enjoy some of Bertha's favorites like pork chops, collard greens, and your classic soul food favorites!
Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ
Now, if it's one spot we all know about whether you're in South Carolina or North Carolina is Rodney Scott's Whole Hog BBQ. He has been on many shows and brought attention to the great BBQ of South Carolina. Scott is known for having the BEST barbecue as he smokes his meat slow and low. You can also enjoy some of your favorite dishes like pork sandwiches, ribs, smoked wings, and so much more!
