6 Black-owned businesses in Atlanta to celebrate

Get ready for an adventure in a city that’s rich in Black history and culture. Atlanta, it’s time to grab your wallet and show some love to the thriving Black-owned businesses that add spice to this city all year long, but especially during Black History Month.

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From hair care to meals that tantalize the taste buds — let’s celebrate and support these six dynamic Black-owned businesses in metro Atlanta that deserve all the recognition in the world:

Stan’s Smoke Signals BBQ

If you’re looking for a casual barbecue spot that will make your mouth water and your stomach happy, look no further than Stan’s Smoke Signals BBQ.

This truck serves delicious foods, including a rib plate with baked beans and potato salad. Because it’s only open on Saturdays and Sundays, you should plan to arrive early. However, according to several social media posts, if you happen to get stuck in the notoriously long line, it’s worth it.

“Hands down the best bbq in the city. It’s a reason for the line outside. Definitely worth the wait,” a post on Yelp reads.

Location: Northwest Atlanta - 850 James Jackson Pkwy NW; Website: instagram.com; Contact: 678-592-4584

The Village Retail

The Village Retail is a marketplace that combines cause, culture and community. The store, located in Ponce City Market, has an extensive collection of Black-owned products ranging from apparel to home goods to body products. You can purchase items in-store and online, including the limited edition “I LOVE MY HBCU” gear.

Location: East Atlanta - 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE Suite 225; Website: thevillageretail.com; Contact: 404-907-1918

Picasso’s Splat Room

Are you looking for a fun way to spend time with your kids, create a custom piece of art for your home, or maybe need a fun date-night idea? Then, Picasso’s Splat Room is the place to go.

The Morrow-based company offers splatter paint booths and various services other than splatterings, such as print services, pottery classes, a green screen for photography, art classes and more.

Location: Morrow - 6681 Jonesboro Rd SUITE 110, Morrow, GA 30260; Website: picassossplatroom.com; Contact: 678-489-7839

The James Room

The James Room, with a location off the Atlanta Beltline’s Eastside trail and another in Buckhead, is a café by day and a lounge by night. The location “is a gathering place meant to galvanize our need for social interaction, connection, and positive energy,” according to its website. It’s ready to serve all your needs seven days a week.

Location: East Atlanta - 661 Auburn Ave NE Suite 280; Buckead - 3009 Peachtree Rd NE Suite 340; Website: thejamesroom.com; Contact: 678-705-8381

The Crystal Loft

Calling all spiritual boss babes.

If you’re looking for the next crystals, candles, body care and chakra healing products to add to your collection, look no further than The Crystal Loft in Johns Creek.

The Crystal Loft is a one-stop shop for all your other-worldly needs. So whether you’re looking for a new crystal necklace or a fun spot to hold your next event, The Crystal Loft has it all.

Location: Johns Creek - 10475 Medlock Bridge Rd suite 111, Johns Creek, GA 30097; Website: shopspiritualandpaid.com; Contact: 404-940-7336

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