Madison Black Chamber of Commerce 11th Annual Madison Black Restaurant Week

The Madison Black Chamber of Commerce announces the
11th Annual Madison Black Restaurant Week (MBRW), taking place August 9–16, 2026.

Community Favorites Voting
August 9–17, 2026
Community members vote for their favorite restaurants and culinary businesses across
several award categories at https://bit.ly/VOTEMBRW. Voting opens at 2pm on August
9 and closes at 11:59pm on August 17 .

$5 Food Taste Jamboree
Sunday, August 9, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Madison Labor Temple, 1602 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
Sample affordable bites from participating vendors and discover new local favorites at
this family-friendly community event.

Heirloom Collard Greens Networking Mixer & Tasting
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Black Business Hub, 4 Floor, 2353 S Park St, Madison, WI, 53713
Connect with entrepreneurs, community leaders, food enthusiasts, and culinary
professionals while enjoying tastings and networking opportunities.

MBRW Community Favorites Celebration
September 15, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Bernell’s, 2513 Seiferth Rd, Madison, WI 53716
Join us in recognizing community-selected favorites and celebrating another successful
year of Madison Black Restaurant Week.

The annual campaign encourages residents and visitors alike to explore the vibrant flavors,
heritage, and innovation of the African Diaspora while supporting local businesses that are
essential to the region’s economic growth.
Black-owned food businesses play an important role in Madison’s local economy, creating
jobs, preserving cultural traditions, and contributing to the city’s growing culinary scene.
Madison Black Restaurant Week encourages intentional community investment by
directing dining dollars toward these entrepreneurs.
August is nationally recognized as Black Business Month and Madison Black
Restaurant Week creates an opportunity for the community to intentionally invest in local
Black businesses, to discover new dining experiences, and to celebrate cultural and
culinary traditions. Throughout the week, participating businesses will offer Black
Restaurant Week specials, exclusive promotions, and unique networking and dining
experiences.
“This year’s theme, Savor the Flavor, celebrates the incredible diversity of Black culinary
traditions – from soul food and Southern classics to African, Caribbean, vegan, and
contemporary cuisine,” said Camille Carter, President and CEO of the Madison Black
Chamber of Commerce. “Every meal purchased directly supports local entrepreneurs,
strengthens our regional economy, and celebrates the culture and creativity behind every
dish. Madison Black Restaurant Week is about much more than dining – it’s about
investing in community.”