Black-Owned Vegan Restaurants & Businesses in Huntsville, AL
Let’s support Black-owned restaurants! Madison County has a lot of great Black-owned vegan friendly restaurants and if you haven’t tried them yet, you’re missing out.
Back in 1999, the first vegetarian restaurant I ever visited was Parker Burger on University Drive (later moving to Governors). The Parker family were Seventh-day Adventists who advocated vegetarianism, and eating there helped me transition to vegetarianism and, eventually, veganism.
Fast forward to today, Huntsville is blessed with many Black-owned restaurants and food businesses offering incredible vegan options. There has never been a better time to put your money where your mouth is and support them.
Here’s a guide to some of Huntsville’s Black-owned vegan and vegan-friendly businesses:
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Chef Will The Palate
Chef Will is a legend in Huntsville’s vegan food scene. Cooking from a small kitchen trailer right in front of Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, Chef Will creates wraps, tacos, burgers, and southern comfort dishes, all cooked to order with fresh ingredients.
He’s not just a chef but an educator, too, always ready to share wisdom about plant-based eating. His restaurant was even listed by Southern Living as one of the top five reasons to visit Huntsville!
📍 2211 Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
🕒 Tue–Sat: 2–7 PM | Closed Sun–Mon
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Tamarind Island Grille
Looking for a “Taste of the Islands”? Head to Tamarind Island Grille, where Chef Lauren Herbert brings the flavors of her childhood in Guyana to Huntsville.
Operating out of an Airstream trailer at The Camp, Tamarind serves Caribbean soul food with love. While meat dishes like jerk chicken are staples, the vegan Caribbean options shine just as brightly, with bold spices and island flair.
📍 5909 University Dr, Huntsville, AL 35806
🕒 Tue–Thu: 12–5 PM | Fri: 12–4 PM | Sun: 12–5 PM | Closed Sat & Mon
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M & K Jamaican Restaurant
Since opening in 2017, M & K has been a go-to spot for authentic Jamaican flavors with vegan inclusivity. Their vegan menu was intentionally designed so no one is left out, regardless of diet.
Must-Try Vegan Dishes:
Vegan Jerk Chicken
Potato Chickpea Stew
Vegetable Delight
Vegan Brown Stew Chicken (mock drumsticks simmered in spiced gravy with rice, veggies, plantains, and cabbage)
📍 2501 C Jordan Ln NW, Huntsville, AL 35816
🕒 Tue–Thu: 10 AM–8 PM | Fri: 10 AM–9 PM | Sat: 10 AM–7 PM | Closed Sun–Mon
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Heaven’s Healthy Kitchen
Run by Memphis native Chef Emmanuel Smith, Heaven’s Healthy Kitchen is all about scratch-made meals that balance comfort with health. Their rotating menu has included everything from plant-based chicken sandwiches to oxtail plates—always with a vegan twist.
Their mission? To promote health, family, and wellness in the community. Follow their Instagram for menu updates before you head over!
📍 117 Wholesale Ave NE, Huntsville, AL 35811
🕒 Wed: 12–7 PM | Fri: 12–5 PM | Mon: 12–7 PM | Closed Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun
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Zion Gourmet Popcorn
Run by Sands Polk and her son William, Zion Gourmet Popcorn is a family-owned treat shop on Madison’s Main Street.
Step inside and you’ll be charmed by the vintage décor, toy train, and colorful displays. Their popcorn and dark chocolate goodies are made in-house with all-natural ingredients and yes, you can try free samples!
📍 104 Main St, Madison, AL 35758
🕒 Tue–Fri: 11 AM–6 PM | Sun: 11 AM–4 PM | Mon: 11 AM–4 PM | Closed Sat
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Henry’s Family Farm
Faith-based and veteran-owned, Henry’s Family Farm offers more than just produce. Their locally grown goods are free from harmful chemicals, and their products range from zucchini bread and cookies to cornbread, hot sauces, and sweet potato pies.
Check their social media to find their food trailer locations, which change daily!
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Oakwood Farms Market - Oak Tree Bistro
With roots going back to Oakwood University, Oakwood Farms is more than a market, it’s part of a mission. Founded to provide agricultural training to the Black community in the South, Oakwood now operates as the largest urban farm in North Alabama.
The Oakwood Farms Market features:
Farm-fresh, organic produce
A vegetarian bistro
A juice bar
Wellness products & supplements
📍 5001 Adventist Blvd NW, Huntsville, AL 35806
🕒 Tue–Thu, Sun–Mon: 9 AM–7 PM | Fri: 9 AM–4 PM | Closed Sat
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Vujee Vegan
Founded in 2020 by Nikia Lightfoot, Vujee Vegan is Huntsville’s ultimate spot for vegan comfort food. Inspired by family cooking traditions, Nikia’s menu features crave-worthy burgers like the:
Vujee Basic
Vujee Cheeze
Vujee Bae-K’n Cheeze
Vujee Double Cheeze
Pair your burger with BBQ kettle chips or waffle fries, chili and cornbread, chili cheese fries, or even apple dumplings. Everything is made with love and without high-fructose corn syrup.
📍 4701 Meridian St N, Huntsville, AL 35811
🕒 Tue–Sat: 11 AM–7 PM | Closed Sun–Mon
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Superhero Chefs
With a playful vibe perfect for kids and adults alike, Superhero Chefs serves up creative vegan and vegetarian options for breakfast and lunch.
Highlights:
Vegan tofu scramble
Vegan waffles
A full lineup of plant-based burgers
Customizable drinks (my favorite is their lemonade with peach or blueberry!)
📍 930 Old Monrovia Rd NW #3, Huntsville, AL 35806
🕒 Tue–Fri: 9 AM–3 PM | Sat–Sun: 9 AM–4 PM | Closed Monday
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CKB360 Wellness Juicery & More
Huntsville’s hidden gem! This husband-and-wife-owned juicery is more than just a smoothie shop, it’s a full wellness hub.
They serve:
Organic Cold-Pressed Juices
Organic Smoothies
Fresh Salads & Bowls
Soups
A Daily Plant-Based Lunch Special (menu changes daily!)
Beyond food, you’ll also find Wildcrafted St. Lucian Sea Moss, organic herbs, and natural supplements.
Vegan Favorites Shown in Video: Jackfruit Tacos, Pecan Mushroom Nachos, and the Soul Food Bowl.
📍 3077-I Leeman Ferry Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
🕒 Tue–Fri: 11:30 AM–5:30 PM | Closed Sat–Mon
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Happi Pappi Beignets
Who says vegan food can’t be indulgent? Happi Pappi® is a handcrafted French beignet food truck that brings New Orleans vibes to Huntsville.
They specialize in fluffy, golden beignets and even serve up a vegan-friendly Oat Milk Café au Lait, perfect with a fresh order of beignets.
Available for public and private events, Happi Pappi is a local favorite for sweet treats on the go.
Food Truck – Check their social media for upcoming events and locations.
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Cookin’ Up Good Health
Donna Green-Goodman, MPH, is a health educator, author, and cancer survivor who has dedicated her life to teaching others about the power of vegan living.
Through her Cookin’ Up Good Health Recipe Collection and blog Still Shoutin’ Ova Here, Donna shares recipes, health tips, and inspiration. Her personal journey—using a vegan lifestyle to fight aggressive metastatic breast cancer—makes her work all the more impactful.
🌐 Visit Donna’s Website →
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Final Thoughts
From street-style eats and gourmet burgers to popcorn shops and urban farms, Huntsville is home to a vibrant collection of Black-owned vegan businesses. Supporting them not only means treating yourself to delicious food—it also means uplifting community voices and legacies that continue to shape Huntsville’s food culture.
Next time you’re dining out (or stocking your pantry), consider choosing one of these amazing businesses and put your money where your mouth is.