Following the heels of Juneteenth will be the 3rd annual Black Eats Week 803, a weeklong celebration that spotlights Black-owned restaurants, food trucks, bakeries, and creameries in the Midlands area. Participating establishments will feature special menu items and promotions during the week of June 23-29, 2025.
Established in 2023, Black Eats Week 803 (BEW803) aims to highlight and support Black entrepreneurs in the food industry, providing a platform that creates awareness and allows diners the opportunity to discover new favorites while supporting their local community.
“Our mission is to uplift and amplify Black-owned food businesses in the Midlands,” said Khali Gallman, founder and event organizer. “Each year we see more restaurants and culinary entrepreneurs thriving because of the exposure and support they receive during this event. We are excited about the continuous growth and the opportunity to make an even bigger impact in 2025.”
Restaurants, food trucks, bakeries and creameries are encouraged to register HERE. Individuals and small businesses may sponsor their favorite food establishment at https://www blackeatsweek803.com/sponsors Registration is only $100.00 until May 31, 2025.
The 2025 list of establishments that have pre-registered include:
- Calabash Caribbean Grill, 817 St. Andrews Rd, Suite 106
- Ms. B’s Southern Soul Food, 676 St. Andrews Road
Details of the week will be exclusively offered on the FREE Soda City Certified app and the Black Eats Week 803 website. Customers will have a chance to win cash prizes for patronizing these restaurants and participating in the BINGO board game. BINGO boards will be given at each participating location or may be downloaded on the website. Once customers post their meals and receipts and tag @BlackEatsWeek803 on Instagram, they will be entered in the contest.
Follow on Facebook/Instagram @BlackEatsWeek803 (@BlackEatsWeek803)for the latest updates. This week is sponsored by Jabber and Isaac, PA, Imhotep the Drum, Essential Specialized Planners (ESP), The Cheer Lender, and Epitome of Real Estate. Visit our website at www.blackeatsweek803.com or call 803.922.5310 for more information and sponsorship opportunities.
About Black Eats Week 803
Created in 2023, Black Eats Week 803 is a weeklong culinary celebration spotlighting Black-owned restaurants, food trucks, bakeries, and creameries in the Columbia metropolitan area. The premise of the event is to create awareness about Black-owned businesses in the food industry, while stimulating local economy and small business sustainability. www.blackeatsweek803.com
