Black-Owned Restaurants You Can Support in Bryan, Texas
Bryan, Texas is a vibrant, diverse community built by converging cultures and incredible people from so many different backgrounds. The best way to experience all that Bryan has to offer is to immerse yourself in our shared culture, and explore all the threads that have woven together to form the beautiful fabric of our community.
These black-owned restaurants in Bryan are essential to the very fabric that makes up our community. We hope you’ll join us in exploring their rich flavors & authentic stories!
Lamar & Niki’s Pit BBQ & Soul Food Café
2516 Texas Avenue | Open Tuesday - Saturday 11:00AM-4:00PM
Since opening in 2014 in Bryan, Texas Lamar & Niki’s Pit BBQ and Soul Food has been serving up some of the best, most authentic soul food & barbecue in the Brazos Valley. Offering a mouthwatering menu full of tasty dishes like chicken fried steak, meatloaf, candied yams, smothered steak, and more, Lamar & Niki's is not to be missed! They even were recently recognized by Yelp as one of the Top 100 Places To Eat In Texas For 2021.
Fargo’s Pit BBQ
1701 South Texas Avenue | Open Tuesday - Saturday 11:00AM - 7:00PM (or until sold out)
Established in 2000 by Alan Caldwell & Belender Wells, Fargo’s Pit BBQ has become a favorite for BBQ lovers all across the Lone Star State. The delicious variety of ribs, brisket, sides and everything else you come to expect from authentic Texas BBQ promises to satisfy even the biggest of appetites. They were even named one of Texas Monthly’s “50 Best BBQ Joints In The World.”
Located deep in the heart of Bryan, Texas & right down the road from Texas A&M University in College Station, Fargo’s is a family-run restaurant which is open Tuesday through Saturday.
Remnant of Nawlins
1416 Groesbeck Street | Monday - Saturday 11:00AM - 8:00PM
In August 2005, as the Gulf Coast braced for the impacts of oncoming Hurricane Katrina, Korey Thomas and his family fled New Orleans and headed west. They managed to find their way to Bryan-College Station a couple days later, receiving a warm welcome from one of the friendliest communities in America. They decided to stick around for awhile, and now over 15 years later they’re still here sharing the flavors of their home city with residents and visitors in Aggieland.
The Remnant of Nawlins is a must-try in Bryan, offering cajun favorites like poboys, crawfish, gumbo, and more. They even offer seasonal items throughout the year, like King Cake on select days during Mardi Gras.
Shannon’s Cafe
601 San Jacinto Lane | Open Monday - Saturday | Hours Vary
An Aggieland soul food favorite, Shannon’s Cafe serves delicious, homestyle breakfast like chicken & waffles and chicken fried steak & eggs, and daily lunch specials like oxtails, smothered porkchops, fried catfish, and so much more. Don't wait too long to try it out for yourself!
The Chocolate Gallery
211 North Main Street | Open Tuesday - Saturday | Hours Vary
The Chocolate Gallery is Bryan-College Station’s premier spot for sweet treats! Located right in the heart of Historic Downtown Bryan, The Chocolate Gallery creates beautiful & tasty works of chocolate art, cookies, cakes, and more. Stop in for gelato, cupcakes, or chocolate truffles next time you’re in town!
What's Tha Deal Barbecue
1223 North Texas Avenue | Open Thursday - Saturday 11:00AM - 7:00PM & Sunday 12:00PM - 5:00PM
Whats Tha Deal Barbecue in Bryan is a family owned BBQ food trailer offering catering, delivery & so much BBQ deliciousness! Their menu features sandwiches, meat plates, ribs, wraps, and more. Don't forget to try their sausage sandwich combo and the rib and brisket plate too!
Bonus Spot:
JLM’s Chicken & Waffle Food Truck
Find JLM's at various locations & events throughout the community
JLM’s Chicken & Waffle is a food truck that has become a staple at events throughout the area. You’ll often find them serving their delicious chicken & waffles, and other tasty dishes, at The Local, as well as other events and businesses around town.
Know of another black-owned restaurant in Bryan that’s missing from this list? Send us an email at marketing@destinationbryan.com with the details, and we’ll get them added as soon as we can.
