Corpus Christi is a hub for entrepreneurs and small businesses serving up delicious dishes, unique finds, and stylish services. We've teamed up with the Corpus Christi Black Chamber of Commerce to bring you a roundup of Black-owned businesses in the Gulf Coast Capital. For more information on supporting Black-owned businesses in Corpus Christi, visit the Corpus Christi Black Chamber of Commerce website.
Salons
Corpus Christi Beauty Bar
2033 Airline Rd G7
Presenting professional and talented hair artists, Corpus Christi Beauty Bar specializes in a range of hair creations customized to fit the client's vision. Corpus Christi Beauty Bar services clients for a variety of occasions, including prom, quinceañeras, and weddings. Whether you’re wanting braids, a drastic color change, or an elegant up-do, this vivacious salon is sure to leave you feeling amazing.
KAE's Emporium
5419 Everhart Rd
KAE’s Emporium is a family-owned beauty salon that offers excellent and professional services in a family-oriented atmosphere. Solidified as one of the best salons in South Texas, KAE’s Emporium services clients not only in Corpus Christi but in the surrounding areas as well. Offering affordable haircuts, master hairstyling, and supreme customer service this beauty salon ranks #1 within the community.
House of Elegance Cosmetology School
4515 Weber Rd
House of Elegance Cosmetology School opened its doors in 2019 and quickly became a go-to place for cosmetology education and a full-service salon experience. This woman and black-owned salon offers a variety of services such as extensions, perms, hair colors, waxing, nails, and even facials! Save on salon services while also getting beautiful hairstyles, unique nails, and refreshed skin from students that are supervised by licensed instructors every step of the way.
Aspire Studios
7833 S Staples St STE 2
What happens when four creative minds come together? They form a co-owned salon and studio called Aspire Studios. Now a team of 5, each stylist runs their respective businesses together under one roof, bringing men, women, and kids a variety of salon services like hair styling, cuts, facials, brow shaping, and lash lifts in a luxurious atmosphere with attentive stylists.
Robbie's Barber Shop
765 West Point Rd
Handing out some of the finest haircuts in Corpus Christi, Robbie’s Barber Shop is the place that will not disappoint. Robbie’s specializes in kids, men’s, and women’s haircuts. They are praised for their friendly environment, professionalism, and top-notch customer service.
Boutiques & Shops
Rose Soiree
Various Events
Brighten someone’s day with Rose Soiree. Rose Soiree is the neighborhood luxury florist specializing in arrangements, special events, and workshops. This premier floral shop services large and small events, while catering to any budget. Whether you’re looking for a custom design or one of their signature high-end floral arrangements, Rose Soiree carries only the freshest flowers on the market to serve their clients' needs.
VNP Gallery: Vintage Hype Streetwear
505 S Water St
Located at the heart of Downtown Corpus Christi, VNP Gallery could not be left out of our list of black-owned businesses being featured this month. It’s no surprise that thrifting is a local favorite; certainly, this is one among the many businesses that are unique to our area. VNP prides itself on having some of the most rad vintage streetwear pieces in the coastal bend area. With its unique twist on retail, this local gem is both stylish and eco-friendly.
Restaurants
PKK
213 S Chaparral St
PKK, formerly known as Portis Kountry Kitchen, has earned its historical significance within the Corpus Christi community, as it has been a staple in the lives of many for nearly 20 years while surviving the devastation of a worldwide pandemic. PKK is one of the only veteran-owned and Black-owned businesses in the Coastal Bend. This “Southern Soul Cooking” restaurant continues to serve the community with delicious food, excellent service, and a relaxing urban atmosphere. Coast your way over for weekly specials, a buffet, and southern favorites like fried chicken, collard greens, and mac n' cheese!
