Supporting local Black-owned businesses is one meaningful way we can invest in the communities we serve. When we choose to dine, shop, and partner locally, we help strengthen neighborhood economies, create opportunities, and celebrate the culture and entrepreneurship that make our areas unique.
In recognition of Black History Month, we’re highlighting Black-owned businesses in the communities surrounding our facilities and reaffirming our commitment to supporting them year-round.
Skokie & Surrounding Suburbs
Restaurants
Jamaica Jerk
3357 Dempster St.
Skokie, IL 60076
847-933-3304
Soul and Smoke
1601 Payne St. Evanston, IL
847-859-2732
C&W Market – Ice Cream Parlor/Deli
901 Church Street
Evanston, IL 60201
Claire’s Korner
1827 Emerson St.
Evanston, IL 60201
Good to Go Jamaican Cuisine
711 Howard St.
Evanston, IL 60202
Hecky’s Barbecue
1902 Green Bay Rd.
Evanston, IL 60201
YoFresh Café
635 Chicago Ave #7
Evanston, IL 60202
Taste Of Jamaica
741 W Howard St
Evanston, IL 60202
Caribbean American Baking Co
1539 W. Howard St.
Chicago, IL 60626
Shopping
Zora’s Place (Bookstore Inside The Aux Collective)
2223 Washington St.
Evanston, IL 60202
CC Fades (Barber shop)
3361 Dempster St.
Skokie, IL 60076
847-410-7188
Mondu Da Cuz (Barber shop)
4646 Church St.
Skokie, IL 60076
Reddgyal Boutique (Women’s clothing)
4843 Oakton St.
Skokie, IL 60077
Ebony Barber Shop
1702 Dodge Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201
Maison du Prince (Home décor/boutique)
1239 Chicago Ave.
Evanston, IL 60202
Other
Golan’s Moving & Storage
3640 Jarvis Ave.
Skokie, IL 60076
800-439-8515
Josh-Rooter Plumbing
8548 Gross Point Rd., Suite B
Skokie, IL 60077
Downers Grove
Restaurants
Priscilla’s Ultimate Soul Food
4330 W. Roosevelt Rd
Hillside, IL 60162
708-544-6230
Crepe it Up
1340 75th St.
Downers Grove, IL. 60516
708-522-8121
Scratch My Batch Cupcakery & Bake Shop
2035 Prentiss Dr.
Downers Grove, IL 60516
Brown Shuga Bakery
421 N. Bolingbrook Dr., Unit U
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Cajun Boil & Bar
17W512 W 22nd St.
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Vari’s Southern Cuisine
4735 Butterfield Rd.
Hillside, IL 60162
Shopping
Peace a Conscious Living Boutique
143 W. Jefferson Ave.
Naperville, IL 60540
Chicago
Restaurants
Meron Injera
6637 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60626
Mickii’s Desserts
1754 Lunt Ave.
Chicago, IL 60626
Badou Senegalese Cuisine
1947 W. Howard St.
Chicago, IL 60626
Buffalo Joe’s
1841 W. Howard St.
Chicago, IL 60626
Caribbean American Baking Co.
1539 W. Howard St.
Chicago, IL 60626
Denden Eritrean Restaurant
6635 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60626
Kizin Creole Restaurant
2311 W. Howard St.
Chicago, IL 60645
Mama’s African Restaurant
6606 N. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago, IL 60626
By intentionally supporting Black-owned businesses, we contribute to economic growth, empowerment, and lasting community impact. Our commitment shouldn’t be limited to one month of recognition, it’s about showing up year-round. When we make conscious choices consistently, we help create sustained opportunities, stronger neighborhoods, and a more equitable local economy every single day.
