Support These Black-owned Businesses in West Hollywood
Whether you're looking for a new hairstyle, a cup of coffee or even a celebrity dog groomer, these businesses should definitely be on your radar.
West Hollywood boasts numerous small businesses owned by diverse entrepreneurs, including coffee shops, hair salons, viral dessert sensations and more. Show some love to these great local spots, where creativity and community shine.
Farm Cup Coffee
A coffee truck turned brick-and-mortar storefront, Farm Cup Coffee is sure to brighten your day. Sunny — the sunflower-yellow original van — is still part of the action and sits parked in the garage-style building ready to handle any order. If that doesn’t make you smile, maybe the extensive caffeine-packed offerings will. Opt for a signature drink like the chocolatey, cinnamon-spiced Nomad, or customize your matcha and single-origin coffee with alternative milks, house-made purees and flavorful syrups.
7748 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 9006
BENJAMIN
British-born hairstylist Benjamin Mohapi cut his teeth in well-known London salons like John Frieda before moving into the fashion and entertainment world, where he has worked with iconic photographers like Herb Ritts and David LaChappelle on editorial projects for Vogue, GQ and more. Since opening BENJAMIN in West Hollywood in 2012, the chic studio has consistently ranked among the top salons in LA, receiving accolades from outlets such as Vanity Fair, Allure and Refinery 29.
148 N. Wetherly Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90048
Dubb’s Organic Coffee Blends
Owned by Wali Muhammad III, Dubb’s Organic Coffee Blends offers a mix of fair trade-certified coffees by the cup or bag. Get your morning pick-me-up with strong Americanos and lavender-blueberry lattes or blends ranging from mild to bold, like the nice-and-sweet Glazed Donut blend or the high-caffeine Power blend. The snug Fountain Avenue shop also serves breakfast, including chorizo burritos, fruit-topped oatmeal and fresh-baked pastries.
7962 Fountain Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90046
Urban Dessert Lab
The Black- and woman-owned Urban Dessert Lab is a first-of-its-kind ice cream shop serving 100% plant-based treats. Inspired by the prevalence of lactose intolerance in the African American community, their crave-worthy oat-milk ice crème is vegan and lactose-free, and allergen-friendly options are available too. Swing by for specialty croissants, cookies and cakes — or skip straight to standout ice crème flavors like Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel, which earned a coveted spoon-throw rating from social-media foodie Jordan Howlett.
7901 Santa Monica Blvd. #106, West Hollywood, CA 90046
Taylor Rose Hair Studio
You can’t miss the mural — painted by LA graffiti artist Sand Oner — on the side of Taylor Rose Studio, the salon owned by Emmy-nominated hairstylist Flo Witherspoon since 2017. Whether you’re looking for balayage or intricate braid designs, this inclusive salon offers a variety of services for all genders and hair types, including cuts, color, locs, extensions and wigs, silk press, natural hair care, blowouts and more. We also really like Taylor Rose’s tagline: “If your hair isn’t becoming to you, you should be coming to me!”
7739 ½ Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90046
Dogue Spa
Joshua White has been featured in publications like the Los Angeles Times and Entrepreneur magazine for his truly next-level pet grooming artistry, which involves everything from colorful dye jobs (using pet-safe dyes) to Japanese-style grooming — a method that turns dogs into adorable puffballs. His talents have earned him awards (Dogue Spa has been voted Best Groomer in LA by Los Angeles magazine) and a large following, including celebrity clients like Awkwafina and Cardi B. Book your pup for a little pampering at Dogue Spa while staying at one of West Hollywood’s many pet-friendly hotels!
8278 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90046
Hammer & Nails
Owner Michael Elliot was already an award-winning screenwriter of films like “Black Sugar,” “Just Wright” and the Beyonce-starring “Carmen: A Hip Hopera” before he founded Hammer & Nails, a men’s grooming lounge. Proving he’s good at whatever he sets out to do, Elliot took Hammer & Nails on “Shark Tank” and has since opened more than 60 locations nationwide, with more coming soon. Guys can visit the West Hollywood location for everything from haircuts and beard grooming to man-icures and indulgent whiskey- or beer-infused treatments.