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Flavors of Mesquite: A Black-Owned Food Tour

5 Days
Barbecue ribs topped with melted cheese and seasoning, served on a foil tray with a green checkered paper liner, set on a wooden table.

Overview

Taste the amazing flavors of mesquite at these black owned businesses

Join us as we hop from spot to spot on this flavorful adventure through Mesquite as we spotlight the incredible Black-owned restaurants that make our city shine. Whether you’re craving comfort food classics, bold new flavors, or just looking to support local gems, this tour will guide you to the best Black-owned eateries in town.

Highlights Include:

  • Soul Food and Southern Cuisine
  • Barbecue and Grilled Specialties
  • Cajun and Creole

Food Tour Itinerary

Signature Dish: Signature Phat Wings
4401 N Belt Line Rd, Mesquite, TX 75150

Close-up of a pile of glazed chicken wings coated in a shiny, rich sauce, served on black and white checkered paper.

Signature Dish: BBQ Ribs
4401 N Galloway Ave, Mesquite, TX 75150

Signature Dish: 3 Piece Dark with Freckled Corn
1140 I-30, Mesquite, TX 75150 (Located within the Whip-In)

Basket with fried chicken, fries, and pickles; a side of two breaded items in another container; cup of red slush drink.

Signature Dish: Smash Burger
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Hand holding a cheeseburger with pickles above a tray of seasoned fries against a blurred background.
A takeout container filled with fried shrimp, fish, crinkle-cut fries, and hush puppies, accompanied by a cup of creamy dipping sauce.

Signature Dish: Stew Chicken, Rice, & Peas
3315 N Town E Blvd, Mesquite, TX 75150

Takeout container with rice, cooked greens, and stewed meat with carrots in a brown sauce.

Signature Dish: Hot Honey Wings
1111 N Town E Blvd, Mesquite, TX 75150

Chicken wings coated in a glossy barbecue sauce are served on black and white checkered paper, with Mardi Gras beads visible in the background.

Signature Dish: Oxtails with Rice & Peas
2033 Military Pkwy #104a, Mesquite, TX 75149

A bowl of food with rice and meat in it.

Signature Dish: Cajun Town Potato
1200 E Davis St Ste 106, Mesquite, TX 75149

Close-up of a seafood boil featuring shrimp, corn on the cob, and pieces of sausage seasoned with spices.

Immerse yourself in the world of classical music at the Mesquite Symphony Orchestra

Don’t miss your chance to experience the symphonic magic. Join us at the Mesquite Symphony Orchestra and enjoy the world of classical music

Your Family Weekend Adventure Awaits!

Plan your weekend escape to Mesquite where family fun is at the heart of our hospitality.