Every year from September 15 to October 15, the U.S. observes National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the history and culture of Latinx people and communities. Our friends over at Seattle Refined have put together an excellent list of Seattle area Latinx-owned businesses and restaurants that you can support this month and beyond.
The list comes from information collected by The Intentionalist, a website that can help you “Spend Like it Matters.” You can search for small businesses by name or product and filter by neighborhood, city, and the type of community you want to support. Communities include Asian-owned, Black-owned, disability-owned, LGBTQ-owned, and other diverse groups.
South Lake Union is home to a handful of Latinx-owned business offering up everything from kombucha to tacos and delicious cocktails.
Stop in to one of these neighborhood favorites next time you’re in SLU:
Latin American snacks and Caribbean-themed cocktails take center stage in this bright, fun space. Sip on a Passion Party (mezcal, Gifford Passion Fruit Liquor, lime juice, and Firewater bitters) or the T.C., a.k.a. Thee Colada (mezcal and rum blend, coconut cream, pineapple topped with a Black Strap Rum float). Brunch lovers, rejoice — Gold Bar and Oro Kitchen now offer a Saturday brunch from 10am to 2pm. 227 Ninth Ave. N.
Jeanette Macias and her wife Lyz lovingly refer to this spot as their “fermentation station.” Featuring 12 different taps with frequently rotating flavors, Seeking Kombucha not only offers gut-healthy drinks but a safe community space where everyone can come to learn and grow together. 1091 Thomas St., Suite A.
