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Black Owned in Rochester (BOIR) is a business directory and community platform showcasing Black-owned businesses across Monroe County, NY. You can search by category, location, or service to find local businesses—from restaurants and salons to therapists, contractors, and event vendors—all in one place instead of scrolling through generic search results.

Use the search bar or browse by category on the BOIR homepage to find Black-owned businesses near you in Rochester, NY. Each listing includes the business address, contact info, services, and links so you can call, book, or visit directly—no middleman, no algorithm pushing chains over local spots.

Shopping at Black-owned businesses in Rochester keeps money circulating in the local economy and helps build generational wealth in the community. You’re also more likely to get personalized service, unique products, and support entrepreneurs who actually live and invest here—not corporate franchises extracting profit to some headquarters in another state.

Yes, Black-owned business owners in Monroe County can claim or add a free listing on BOIR, and paid plans ($35 Starter, $55 Growth, $120 Professional) unlock features like priority placement, social media links, photo galleries, and more visibility. Go to the “Add Listing” or “Claim Your Business” page to get started—it takes about five minutes and puts you in front of thousands of local searchers every month.

BOIR focuses on Black-owned businesses in Rochester, NY, but the platform is open to everyone as customers—you don’t have to be Black to shop Black-owned. The goal is economic development and visibility for Black entrepreneurs in Monroe County, not gatekeeping who can browse or buy.