Green Bay is home to a wide range of small businesses that shape daily life in the city—from places to grab lunch or coffee to shops and services people return to again and again. Black-owned businesses are part of this mix, offering a variety of experiences and services across the community.
This guide highlights Black-owned businesses in Green Bay, organized by category to make them easy to explore. Take a look to find restaurants, salons, shops, and community spaces throughout the city.
Food & Grocery
Lil Jamaica | 1332 S Broadway, Green Bay, WI 54304
Authentic Jamaican flavors, delicious cocktails, and reggae vibes await. Lil Jamaica brings a taste of the Caribbean right to Green Bay. Bonus: They also have a food truck, so you can enjoy your favorite jerk chicken at your next event.
If you haven’t tried Ghana Style Brittle, you’re in for a treat. Sharay’s handcrafted brittle is inspired by Ghanaian culinary traditions and made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. All brittles are vegan, as well as wheat-, gluten-, and dairy-free. Visit their website and get a batch shipped straight to your door!
Meet Chef Ace Champion, an award-winning chef with more than 20 years of culinary experience, including hosting the TV series Cook Like A. Champion. Chef Champion shares:
“I hold nothing back. I share all my secrets and recipes from travels across the U.S., during my southern stints in Cajun country, and from rubbing elbows with the best chefs in the industry. My entrees are the result of learning tricks of the trade and techniques at every stop where food is the draw. When you become a better cook, you become a better person.”
Visit Chef Champion’s website to book him as your personal chef, sign up for a public or private cooking class, and learn more about his work.
Makélélésho African Shop | 521 E. Walnut Street
Discover a wide variety of products from African countries and beyond at Makélélésho African Shop. Browse ingredients and goods from Ghana, Nigeria, Jamaica, China, and more, including yuca root, plantains, beauty products, fish, meat, and other hard-to-find staples.
Midwest Grocery and Somali Halal | 600 N Military Ave, Green Bay, WI 54303
Stop in for groceries and stay for the samosas and zanbusa. This local shop is a great place to explore Somali halal foods and pick up something new for your kitchen.
Beauty & Personal Care
Bibi’s African Place | 500 Military Ave, Green Bay, WI 54303
Specializing in braiding, hair extensions, and a variety of beauty services and products.
Blo Blow Dry Bar | 2621 S. Oneida Street, Unit #101
Offering professional blowouts, add-on treatments, and makeup services for your next event (or just a confidence boost).
Starz Barbar & Beauty | 1697 Main St (suite B) Green Bay, Wi 54304 & University of Green Bay (Student Union) 2420 Nicolet Drive Green Bay, WI 54311
This welcoming and friendly barber shop specializes in all cuts, especially fades and beard trims, and will have you feeling like a star by the time you’re done.
Kulture Trendz | 1768 Main St # 4, Green Bay, WI 54302
With more than a decade of experience in natural hair care, locs, braids, and more, owner Kenyada offers a wide range of services along with healthy, handcrafted hair products.
Uppercuts Barbar Shop | 1144 W Mason St, Suite 1, Green Bay, WI 54303
Specializing in men’s haircuts and beard care, the team at Uppercuts will make sure you leave looking and feeling your best. Pro tip: Get comfy and enjoy a complimentary beer while you’re in the chair.
FAVORYT | 2701 Larsen Rd BA136, Green Bay, WI 54303
Handcrafted skincare and wellness products created by a licensed skincare specialist, with clean formulas designed for sensitive skin. From eczema relief to beard, hair, and body care, FAVORYT offers something for everyone.
Arts, Culture, & Community
Soul Purpose | Bay Park Square, Ashwaubenon, WI 54304
Soul Purpose is part consignment shop, part community hub, and completely one-of-a-kind. Explore vendor booths filled with locally made goods, and check out their lineup of workshops and events, from cake decorating and cross-stitching to book fairs and more. And if you’re planning a visit, don’t forget to bring items to donate to their community cupboard.
Urban Cultural Arts | 906 E Walnut St, Green Bay, WI 54301
This community art studio hosts adult and kid-friendly classes and events, including pottery workshops, paint-and-sip nights, karaoke, candle-making, poetry nights, and more.
Third Space’s mission is to create a collective community care space—a place to simply be. Inspired by the concept of “third spaces”—places where people can gather outside of home, work, and shopping—Third Space promotes belonging, well-being, and healing for the BIPOC community and the wider Green Bay community. Visit their events every third Thursday of the month at rotating locations around the city, and follow along online for updates.
Fashion
PLAGRND Clothing | 970 Bay Park Square, Ashwaubenon, WI 54304
Known for some of the hottest new urban fashion in Green Bay, PLAGRND is the spot to find the latest trends and fresh style.
SneakerMoves | 348 N Military Ave, Green Bay, WI 54303
Get your kicks at SneakerMoves, offering a wide variety of both new and used sneakers to keep every outfit looking fresh.
Sports, Fitness, & Health
Peak Performance | 131 South Military Avenue, Green Bay, WI, United States, 54303
Certified personal trainer Cortez James offers customized training plans and personalized coaching to help you reach your fitness goals.
Youth basketball training focused on building both skills and character, led by Steve Baker, a former UW–Green Bay D1 player and professional athlete in Europe.
The Workshop | 740 Centerline Dr, Hobart, WI 54155
Weekly basketball and athletic training opportunities for all ages and skill levels, including group classes, one-on-one coaching, leagues, and tournaments.
Services
Lovell Richardson Photo | 1140 West Mason Street, Green Bay, WI.
Looking for a photographer to capture a big moment? Lovell Richardson specializes in high school senior photos, weddings, engagements, and boudoir photos. An award-winning professional (including Rookie of the Year from the Professional Photography Association in 2018), Lovell offers free consultations through his website.
Build confidence, find your purpose, and reach your goals with Master Certified Life Coach Tameika Hughes. She specializes in women’s empowerment and healthy relationships, with a motto of: “Be Brave, Be You.”
Local apparel and promotions specializing in high-quality screen printing. Shop their online storefront or partner with them for a custom project. Fresh Prints also supports schools, nonprofits, and even provides services to the NFL.
Want to make your event stand out? Blown & Beyond Balloons creates stunning custom balloon displays for birthdays, showers, graduations, and more. If you can dream it, they can probably build it. Take a look at their gallery for inspiration.
