A Guide to Downtown Greensboro's Black-Owned Businesses

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A casual café located inside Renaissance Plaza on North Elm Street. The Pines is known for its fresh, handcrafted breakfast and lunch offerings.

At Progressing through Therapy, we offer compassionate, trauma-informed mental health services to the Piedmont Triad community focusing on challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery.

Nestled in the heart of downtown Greensboro, Pryme - Bar Dine Social is a vibrant hotspot where great food, craft cocktails, and a lively atmosphere come together.

The menu features a creative mix of small plates, comfort food favorites, and bold Southern flavors. Behind the bar, skilled mixologists serve up handcrafted cocktails that elevate the experience. With regular events, DJ nights, and an always buzzing crowd, Pryme isn’t just a destination — it’s where Greensboro comes to unwind and have a good time.

Salon Crie has become a go-to destination for clients transitioning to or embracing natural hair, offering relaxer-free services and cutting techniques that shorten appointment times while elevating the client experience.

Savor The Moment Dessert Bar is a cozy and creative dessert spot in downtown Greensboro that’s all about indulging your sweet tooth. It’s known for its signature Crunch Cheesecake® — a playful twist on classic cheesecake with crunchy textures and a variety of toppings — alongside other treats like southern-style pound cake, brownies, and seasonal dessert creations. The space has a friendly, welcoming vibe with seating for hanging out, free Wi-Fi, and even board games, making it perfect for casual dates, sweet pick-me-ups, or dessert with friends.

Shear Passion Hair Studio ​is a multicultural salon located in Greensboro, North Carolina. We cater to all ethnicities and genders. We offer an array of services; from haircuts to hair color, relaxers to extensions, protective styles and also eyebrow waxing. Our stylist strive to have everyone leave our salon feeling beautiful.

Step into a world where fashion isn’t just about what you wear—it’s a lifestyle. Social Status' exclusive retail environment is designed to immerse you in the forefront of fashion, introducing you to the latest trends, styles, and brands from around the globe. At Social Status, we're not just followers of trends; we're trendsetters, guiding you through the ever-changing landscape of fashion.

Something BARowed Candy Bar Stations is a playful sweet shop in downtown Greensboro that specializes in custom candy bar stations for events. They create beautifully styled displays with a wide mix of candies and gourmet popcorn, perfect for weddings, parties, and celebrations, plus offer bulk candy and party-ready treats right from their shop.

Standout Vintage is a vintage clothing and streetwear shop in downtown Greensboro known for its carefully curated selection of unique pieces from the 1980s through the early 2000s. The shop focuses on standout fashion, including designer finds and retro styles, making it a go to spot for bold, one of a kind looks.

Stitch is the purveyor of superb style and quality in made to measure clothing and fine accessories for men.

Bump.Baby.Bliss. is a one stop shop for all of your pre and postpartum needs. The studio offers a comprehensive range of services, including 2D, 3D, and 4D ultrasounds, early DNA gender testing, birth doula support, placenta encapsulation, perinatal therapy, childbirth classes, breastfeeding assistance, and mentorship.

Piedmont Tailors is a tailoring and clothing alteration shop in downtown Greensboro at 115 West McGee Street. They offer expert alterations, repairs, and custom tailoring services so you can get a better fit or update your favorite pieces. The shop has been part of the community for many years and is known locally for reliable, quality work.

At Huggins Law Firm, we believe that great representation goes beyond knowing the law — it’s about standing up for people when the stakes are high, when the odds are heavy, and when the system feels overwhelming.

KimBees is a Woman-Owned and Black-Owned Business on a mission to bring gourmet beverage experiences to the masses. Check out our award winning teas, coffees, honey, cookies & cakes!

Reliable Auto Repair is an auto repair shop in downtown Greensboro at 201 W Smith St, offering vehicle maintenance and repair services from experienced technicians to help keep your car running smoothly.

Law Firm of Schlosser & Pritchett is a criminal defense and personal injury law firm in downtown Greensboro offering experienced legal representation for clients facing issues like criminal charges, DUI and traffic violations, and injuries from accidents. Its team includes former prosecutors who use their background on both sides of the legal process to guide clients through complex cases and pursue strong outcomes.

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Skymount Studios is a Professional Award Winning Recording Studio Downtown Greensboro, NC providing high-end industry standard recordings & mixes.

Portrait photography services available. We specialize in wedding, engagement and bridal sessions in North Carolina and surrounding areas!

Greensboro's Premier Beauty Salon & Plus-Size Thifty Boutique.

Embark on a digital adventure at Ethos, where cutting-edge workstations meet cozy relaxation zones. Dive into your projects, collaborate, and unwind in our vibrant community hub.

Local, Black/Woman- Owned. Downtown Greensboro's heated Power Yoga Studio! Practicing vinyasa, or breath to movement, with challenging poses, helps increase endurance, flexibility, and promotes mindfulness. Yoga that meets you where you are, unapologetically.

Hype Clinic is a streetwear and sneaker shop in downtown Greensboro. They carry a variety of sought-after sneakers, apparel, and accessories from lifestyle and streetwear brands and is a go-to stop for sneaker culture and fashion fans looking for unique pieces.

We empower C-suite and Executive leaders to harness the power of self-awareness. Our tailored coaching and team development programs are designed to improve team performance, accountability, and drive unprecedented business growth for organizations. We should talk. Whether you’re a founder, established entrepreneur, in management, or the CEO.

Bee Flawless Hair Boutique is a popular hair salon and hair boutique offering a wide range of hair services including styling, coloring, extensions, braiding, and custom wig work.

Bella Bee Beauty Bar offers a range of hair services including styling, coloring, extensions, braiding, and treatments.

Bijan’s Salon offers an upscale, intimate, and professional salon experience in downtown Greensboro. The salon provides expert cuts, color, relaxers, natural hair services, and weaves, with 100% top grade virgin hair available.

Blacc Thumb Tattoo is a tattoo studio known for clean, professional work and skilled artists offering custom tattoos across a range of styles. The shop has a welcoming vibe and focuses on quality artistry, collaboration, and a comfortable experience for every client.

Opening Late February. A one stop shop for people of all ages looking for good ice cream and drinks! Cream Sip & Scoop is the new generation’s ice cream parlor and bar. We bring to you a fun dining experience that focuses on creative ice cream selections and drink favorites. We are a go-to spot for takeout, family fun, and dates nights. We will leave kids delighted and make adults love the new generation’s restaurant style.

Cutz R Us is a neighborhood barbershop offering clean, professional haircuts in a welcoming, no frills environment. Known for consistent work and friendly service, it is a go to spot for classic cuts and everyday grooming.

La Facial Hair & Nail Salon is a full service beauty salon offering professional hair care, nail services, and facials. The salon is known for attentive service and a welcoming environment focused on everyday self care and confidence.

Dudley Cosmetology University is a longstanding beauty school in downtown Greensboro dedicated to educating and training the next generation of cosmetology and natural hair care professionals. Serving the community since 1972, the school offers hands on learning and affordable salon services provided by supervised students.

The Forge Makerspace is a community driven creative workspace that provides access to tools, equipment, and training for artists, makers, and entrepreneurs. The space supports hands on learning, innovation, and skill building across crafts, fabrication, and creative trades.

Our purpose at Greensboro HairCare is to redefine the standard of haircare access and quality. We aim to connect consumers, salons, and barbershops with cutting-edge products that promote healthy hair, lasting confidence, and professional growth. We exist to make exceptional haircare attainable, reliable, and inspiring for everyone we serve.

he establishment of an art gallery dedicated to showcasing works by African American artists and artists of color in Greensboro began as the longstanding dream of nationally acclaimed artist-educator and Greensboro resident, the late Eva Hamlin Miller. Together with her former student, Alma Adams, Miller envisioned the creation of a nonprofit, professional art gallery—now known as the African American Atelier, Inc.—located in the Greensboro Cultural Center.

Old-school, family-friendly barbershop where customers say the haircuts are good, and so is the service.

Animating the iconic F.W. Woolworth's landmark, the International Civil Rights Center & Museum opened in 2010 as a comprehensive museum of the Civil Rights Movement and an innovative educational organization devoted to understanding and advancing civil and human rights in this country and the world. It commemorates the Feb. 1, 1960, sit-ins at a whites-only lunch counter in Greensboro by four Black college students from North Carolina A&T State University — David Richmond, Frank McCain, Ezell Blair, and Joseph McNeil. Their non-violent direct action, in conjunction with their colleagues at Bennett College, ignited the Sit-In Movement that renewed the Civil Rights Movement as a whole, challenging the Americans to make good on promises of personal equality and civic inclusion enunciated in the Constitution. The ICRCM commemorates the brave and visionary advocacy of full citizenship and social justice.

Every handcrafted juice blends the freshest fruits and vegetables, ensuring that each sip delivers a burst of vibrant flavors and essential nutrients. Our innovative approach pushes the boundaries of traditional juicing, introducing unique combinations that not only tantalize your taste buds but also elevate your wellness journey.

Discover a space where parents and children can truly enjoy time together. Little Poli’s Playroom & Boutique presents an open play space specially designed to keep a parent’s peace of mind.

Our fun playroom inspires creativity and exploration for children up to age 6, while our modern boutique invites parents to unwind in comfort, finish up projects, or explore our curated collection of children’s clothing and accessories.

Luxe Soulfood & Cocktails, a proud black-owned establishment, stands as a vibrant space of excellence and cultural heritage in downtown Greensboro, NC. Since its relocation and revamp in 2015, Luxe has become a cornerstone of the community, offering an extraordinary dining experience that seamlessly blends traditional soul food with contemporary flair.

Magnolia Content Studio is a creative studio designed for photographers, content creators, and brands to bring their ideas to life. The space offers styled backdrops and flexible setups that support professional photo shoots, video content, and creative storytelling.

Welcome to The Magnolia House an events venue, restaurant, and bed and breakfast in Greensboro, NC. One of maybe four Green Book sites in North Carolina still in operation and housed some of our nation’s most well-known African Americans during segregation. Whether you’re looking for a private and comfortable stay, a place to host a private gathering, attend one of our upcoming events, or come by for Sunday brunch, we hope you’ll enjoy the rich history of The Magnolia House.

Manna Hair Sanctuary is a family-oriented beauty salon that offers a wide range of hair and beauty services including silk presses, blowouts, loc retwists, perms, natural styles, extensions, and more.

On Point Barbershop is a trusted neighborhood barbershop where precision cuts and attention to detail come first. The shop is known for its strong community presence and consistent, high quality work across classic and modern styles.

Looking for the latest in designer fashion? Look no further than PictureDā, Greensboro's premier clothing boutique store.