Enjoy Delicious Food That Makes A Difference
Every bite supports job training for people living with disabilities.
Get a FREE Slice of Pound Cake & a Cup of Coffee
Offer valid through November 1, 2025.
Fresh-brewed coffee • Homemade pastries & pound cake • Breakfast & lunch options • Dine-in & takeaway service • Gluten-free and vegan options
Where Great Taste Meets A Great Cause
At Empower Café, every coffee and pastry helps someone gain real-world job skills. By dining with us, you support people living with disabilities on their path to employment.
Warm Welcome
Experience a café with heart and hospitality
Thoughtful Food
Enjoy handcrafted food made with care and purpose
Empower Change
Make a direct impact by supporting inclusive job training
More than Food: It’s a Mission
Empower Café is more than just a café – it’s a space where transformation happens. Here, individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment gain real-world skills and confidence through hands-on training in the food service and retail industries.
From teamwork and communication to advanced certifications like ServSafe, participants build the foundations for competitive employment and brighter futures. Every meal served is a testament to resilience and community.
By dining here, you’re enjoying great food while supporting a mission of inclusion, opportunity, and empowerment. Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive future.
See What Our customers are saying
"This place is fantastic! Food is delicious and reasonable priced. Dining room is big and inviting. Nice cool air conditioning. Super nice employees. We’re super excited to live so close and come often. Also plenty of parking in their lot, and on the street in front."
—Sean
"Such a warm and welcoming place! The food is amazing, and knowing my purchase supports people with disabilities makes it even better."
—Amanda
Ready to support a great cause ?
Stop By and Get A FREE Slice of Pound Cake & a Cup of Coffee
4244 3rd Ave. S.
Birmingham, AL 35222