Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month: Support Local, Celebrate Culture

May 30, 2025, 12:48 PM

In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we’re spotlighting a vibrant range of AANHPI-owned businesses across Massachusetts. From award-winning restaurants and beauty salons to local breweries, dental offices, and community-focused services, these businesses represent the creativity, diversity, and entrepreneurial spirit of the AANHPI community.

Whether you’re looking for your next favorite lunch spot, planning a wellness day, or just hoping to explore what your neighborhood has to offer, this directory is a great way to shop local and show support. Check out our list, organized by region, and discover new places to visit while celebrating the contributions of AANHPI business owners throughout the Commonwealth.

If you’d like to submit a business for inclusion, please email Joshua Murray (murray@nonotuck.com)

Boston Area

Emme Lash Bar

A beauty salon with multiple locations across the greater Boston area. They focus on eyelashes and brows, and provide membership options for the truly dedicated.

Emme Lash Bar is located at 216 West Broadway, South Boston, plus 5 other locations in Brookline, Dedham, Burlington, Cambridge, and Newton

Christopher Huang Photography

If you need headshots or beauty photography, consider Christopher, who one client said “These are the best headshots I’ve gotten.”

Contact Christopher through his Facebook page.

H Mart

A staple of food stores in the greater Boston Area, offering grocery items from across the world, plus some fantastic items cooked on the spot!

H Mart has locations in Brookline, Burlington, Quincy, Somerville, and Cambridge.

Trapology

Fun and family-friendly, these escape rooms offer immersive experiences that test your mind!

Trapology is located at 177 Tremont St 2nd Floor, Boston.

9 Tastes, Rod D by Sitti, Taiwan Cafe

No list of AAPI-owned businesses would be complete without some of the amazing restaurants they’ve started and that you can enjoy right now. This is just a small selection of those restaurants, so keep an eye out for some other great ones!

9 Tastes is located at 50 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge.

Rod D by Sitti is located at 1422 Beacon St, Brookline.

Taiwan Cafe is located at 34 Oxford St, Boston MA.

North Shore

Couch Dog Brewing

An AAPI-owned microbrewery and taproom based in downtown Salem, MA, with a focus on fun, aromatic, and Asian-inspired ales.

Couch Dog Brewing is located at 76 Lafayette St, Salem.

Annie Asian Mart

Opened up next to the fantastic Koto Sushi & Grill under the same ownership, this asian market in downtown Salem offers a wide selection of Asian goods.

Annie Asian Mart is located at 72 Washington St, Salem.

South Shore

Banh Mi Le

Authentic Vietnamese cuisine served quickly!

Banh Mi Le is located at 419 Hancock St, Quincy.

Evergrin Dental

A well-respected dental team in Hingham that has excellent reviews!

Evergrin Dental is located at 400 Lincoln St, Suite #21, Lincoln Plaza, Hingham.

China Pearl Restaurants

A fantastic dim-sum restaurant located in Quincy with a long history.
China Pearl is located at 237 Quincy Ave, Quincy, and has another location at 9 Tyler St, Boston.

Central MA

Health Foot Works

A “hidden gem” massage space located in Billerica!

Health Foot Works is located at 1 Andover Rd, Billerica.

Dep Beauty Salon

A fresh cut hair salon that offers beautiful and unique hairstyles for men and women.

Dep Beauty Salon is located at 302 Westford St, Lowell.

Sampa Events Hall

A gorgeous venue located in downtown Lowell. Available for Weddings, Birthdays, corporate events, and more!

Sampa Events Hall is located at 81 Bridge St, Lowell.

Nibbana Cafe

Stop in and try out the fare from this Khmer-woman-owned cafe!

Nibbana Cafe is located at 122 Western Avenue, Lowell.