Houston has no shortage of Black excellence when it comes to business.
For decades, places like Frenchy’s Chicken, Lucille’s and The Breakfast Klub have anchored the city’s food and cultural scene, becoming not only neighborhood staples but destinations for visitors who want a taste of Houston’s soul.
These legacy businesses are important; they’ve paved the way, held doors open and shown what longevity can look like in a constantly evolving city.
Every year, new businesses open in Houston and for Black entrepreneurs, standing out in that sea of competition isn’t easy. Many don’t have access to the same marketing budgets, mainstream press or institutional support that other businesses can rely on.
As a result, countless gems, restaurants, spas, hotels, lounges and more struggle to be seen, even when what they’re offering is unique, high-quality and rooted in community.
Visibility matters. For Black-owned businesses, especially those that are newly established, getting foot traffic in the door early can be the difference between surviving the first few years or closing before people even know they exist. Shining a light on these businesses is about helping to ensure they stay, thrive and eventually become the next generation of legacy names we point to in the future.
In the last couple of years, Houston has welcomed an exciting wave of Black-owned businesses that are reimagining what’s possible in food, beauty, wellness and hospitality.
So while we’ll always love our classics, it’s equally important to make room for these newer voices at the table. Here are five of Houston’s newest Black-owned businesses that deserve your attention and support.
Day and Night Almeda
Location: 5101 Almeda Rd., Houston, TX
Phone:(713) 497-5061
Website: dayandnightalmeda.com
Houston’s first and only Black-owned 24-hour café, Day&Night Cafe, opened on Mother’s Day 2025. Located on Almeda Corridor, this café quickly made headlines with its “all-you-can-eat brunch and mimosas” available from Thursday through Monday between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., with lunch and dinner available at any hour. The full bar also serves favorites like margaritas, adding a grown-up flair to late-night bites. This café is where late-night cravings meet brunch fantasies, the kind of place where community blends with comfort and celebration at all hours.
Eternal Salon & Med Spa
Location: 1102 Delano St., Ste C, Houston, TX 77003 (EaDo)
Phone: (346) 636-8988
Website: eternalbeautysalon.com
Opened in late 2024, Eternal Salon & Med Spa is a luxe, full-service retreat in East Downtown (EaDo) offering facials, massages, hairstyling and even aesthetic services like Botox and fillers. Founded by Patricia Opurum, a Chevron executive and Trinity Gardens native, the spa was born from a desire to give back to her community by creating jobs and nurturing wellness locally.
Every detail reflects Patricia’s vision of sanctuary and empowerment. Clients enter through a serene ambiance and are attended by a carefully curated team, from stylists and massage therapists to lash and nail technicians, all dedicated to relaxation and transformation.
Peachez HTX
Location: 2553 Southmore Blvd, Houston, TX 77004
Phone: (713) 969-0601 (or 281-773-8631)
Website: peachezhtx.com
Peachez HTX is a stylish fusion of restaurant, bar and lounge that opened recently to bring Southern comfort food with an elevated twist to Houston’s Third Ward. Located on Southmore Blvd, this vibrant dining destination offers lounging, hookah, cocktails and a menu rooted in upscale Southern flavors infused with creative flair.
In summer 2025, Peachez launched a peach-themed menu for National Peach Month. Its offerings were items like crispy wings atop a funnel-cake waffle smothered in homemade peach butter, a refreshing Summer Peach Salad and peach-inspired cocktails ranging from a Peach Mojito to a nostalgic Peach Cobbler Old Fashioned KPRC. It’s the sort of place that feels both rooted in cultural heritage and forward-looking—where the peach (a nod to the name) becomes both motif and flavor, elevating every bite and sip.
Wanderstay Boutique Hotel
Location: 520 Sampson St., East Downtown (EaDo), Houston, TX 77003
Phone: (281) 214-2661
Website: wanderstayboutiquehotel.com
In late 2023, Wanderstay Boutique Hotel opened as Houston’s only Black-owned boutique hotel, an elegant, themed, adults-only oasis in East Downtown. Owner Deidre Mathis, who made history in 2018 by opening the U.S.’s first Black-owned hostel, expanded the Wanderstay brand into a ten-room boutique hotel filled with charm and community spirit.
Then-mayor Sylvester Turner celebrated the grand opening. Rooms are whimsically themed—ranging from safari escapes and Hollywood movie vibes to Houston sports, Black art, green gardens and more. Amenities include towel warmers, pillow bars, a guest kitchen, free breakfast and Wi-Fi; pet-friendly, with no hidden fees.
Pressed Roots HTX
Location: 5000 Westheimer Rd, Ste 118, Houston, TX 77056
Phone: (281) 607-2724
Website: pressedroots.com
Opened in May 2024, Pressed Roots HTX is the Houston debut of a luxury silk blow-out bar concept crafted for textured hair. It was launched by Piersten Gaines, a Columbia and Harvard-educated entrepreneur, responding to Houston’s lack of quality care spaces for women of color.
Piersten began with pop-ups nationwide before opening in Dallas and then expanding to Houston, where the Centre at Post Oak location became a reality on May 9, 2024. Pressed Roots is a “haven for your hair” and a “love letter to every texture,” showcasing healthy, luxurious and effortless styling for textured hair.
