Celebrate and uplift Black-owned food businesses.
Participating Restaurants Revealed August 2⠀ •⠀ 11th Annual Madison Black Restaurant Week⠀ •⠀ August 9–16, 2026⠀ •⠀ Savor the Flavor⠀•⠀
Participating Restaurants Revealed August 2⠀ •⠀ 11th Annual Madison Black Restaurant Week⠀ •⠀ August 9–16, 2026⠀ •⠀ Savor the Flavor⠀•⠀
More to Taste. More to Celebrate.
Madison Black Restaurant Week (MBRW) is a week-long celebration of Black-owned restaurants, food carts, caterers, sweet treat makers, and culinary entrepreneurs across South Central Wisconsin.
Check back as we announce participating businesses, featured experiences, voting opportunities, and special offers.
EXPLORE THE WEEK
Dine • Attend Signature Events • Special Discounts
KICK-OFF mbrw at the
$5 Food taste jamboree
The $5 Food Taste Jamboree is an outdoor event. In the event of severe weather or unsafe conditions, organizers reserve the right to cancel the event. No refunds will be issued. Photography and video may be captured during MBRW events. By attending, you consent to being photographed and recorded for promotional purposes.
Volunteer at the $5 Food Taste Jamboree & Other Special Events
Help us create a fun, welcoming kickoff experience for Madison Black Restaurant Week. Volunteers will support event setup, guest registration, vendor assistance, hospitality, and cleanup.
BEYOND THE PLATE
Food is just the beginning. Explore experiences that celebrate culture, community, connection, and Black-owned culinary excellence.
What to Expect:
Meaningful connections with local Black-owned businesses
Delicious tastings from celebrated caterers & food creatives
Interactive conversations on culture, agriculture, and impact
Festive atmospheres with purpose-driven celebration
UPCOMING EVENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Heirloom Collard Greens Networking Mixer
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | 5PM - 7PM
The Black Business HUB
Connect with business owners, restaurants, and community supporters during a flavorful networking experience centered around the Heirloom Collard Greens tradition.
MBRW Community Favorites Celebration
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location TBD
Join us after Restaurant Week as we celebrate community favorites, participating businesses, and the impact of the 2026 campaign.
Showcase Your Business During MBRW
MBRW welcomes restaurants, food carts, caterers, sweet treat makers, culinary entrepreneurs, retail vendors, and community partners to participate in this regional celebration of Black-owned businesses and culture.
Whether you're serving food, selling products, or sharing community resources, participation provides opportunities for visibility, customer engagement, networking, and promotion throughout the campaign.
Registration Includes:
- Featured listing on the MBRW website
- Marketing toolkit and promotional materials
- Opportunities to connect with new customers
- Participation in the $5 Food Taste Jamboree
- Networking and community engagement opportunities
- Early Bird Registration ends July 3, 2026.
- Registration closes July 17, 2026.
Participating RESTAURANTS REVEALED August 2ND
Get ready to plan your food tour!
Check back on August 2 as we unveil the official lineup of participating restaurants, food carts, caterers,
sweet treat makers, and culinary entrepreneurs.
WHy mbrw matters
For over 10 years, Madison Black Restaurant Week has been a platform to:
Encourage residents and visitors alike to explore new dining experiences.
Drive economic impact and visibility for local entrepreneurs.
Showcase the cultural richness and resilience of Madison’s Black community.
Take Black Restaurant Week beyond the plate with official MBRW gear! We’ve got a limited batch of vintage tees and apparel from past years — available while supplies last.
Every purchase helps support our mission and keeps the spirit of MBRW alive all year long.
Quantities are limited — grab yours before they’re gone!
