8 New And Soon-To-Be-Opened Businesses Spark Excitement in Birmingham
With the summer sun shining bright, Birmingham is bustling with the introduction of thrilling new businesses and the eager anticipation for those slated to open soon. From an award-winning wine bar to a California-inspired hot chicken rendezvous, the Magic City has an eclectic mix of ventures at the brink of welcoming locals and visitors alike. We also take a pause to bid adieu to one local business.
The New Arrivals
1. Curry Corner | English Village
First on the list is the family-run Indian restaurant, Curry Corner, inaugurated in the cozy ambiance of English Village. The restaurant’s carefully crafted menu emphasizes healthier meals, focusing on Tandoori-cooked delicacies brimming with authentic Indian spices, rather than fried options.
2. Salvatore’s Pizza & Pasta | Downtown Birmingham
With its roots stretching back to 1984, Salvatore’s Pizza & Pasta has remained a favorite among locals. Their therapeutic dough-kneading process produces pizzas and pastas that are sure to fill diners with heartwarming satisfaction. Salvatore’s new location has recently opened in downtown Birmingham, near UAB.
Opening Soon
3. Golden Age Wines | 2nd Ave N
Slated to open in fall 2024, the James Beard nominated wine bar, Golden Age Wine, is bringing its second location to Downtown Birmingham, next to Helen on 2nd Ave N. The outdoor-only venue promises a shift from retail, concentrating on providing wine by the glass paired with delectable food offerings.
4. Yellowhammer Antiques | Leeds
Owned by Shane and Erica Spray, Yellowhammer Antiques is an upcoming antique and vintage mercantile featuring a diverse group of vendors specializing in furniture, clothing, locally-made goods, and more.
5. Dave’s Hot Chicken | Vestavia Hills
Craving a zest of spice? Prepare to welcome Alabama’s first Dave’s Hot Chicken, all set to introduce its Nashville-style flavor to the Vestavia City Center in Fall 2024. Originating from a humble parking lot in East Hollywood, Dave’s Hot Chicken has since become a popular fast-casual restaurant with 199 locations worldwide.
6. Guthrie’s | Vestavia Hills
Awarded 3rd place as USA Today’s 2024 Best Fast Food Fried Chicken chain in the U.S, Guthrie’s is expanding its Alabama footprint with a new restaurant at the former Hardee’s site near Vestavia Bowl on Montgomery Highway.
7. Marshalls | Highway 280
Popular retailer, Marshalls, is also readying to open its doors to customers at the River Ridge Shopping Plaza on Highway 280 this August.
8. Bin Depot | Bessemer
Bin Depot in Bessemer brings a distinctive shopping experience through a dynamic pricing model that starts at $14 on Fridays and drops to 50¢ on Thursdays. The store offers a compelling range of goods, including electronics, clothing, home goods, and toys.
Closing Its Doors
9. rEVOLVEr resale | Five Points South
Known for its affordable, gender-free fashion and its role in supporting small businesses, rEVOLVEr resale in Five Points South has regrettably announced its upcoming closure. The store’s last day of operation will be August 17th, marking the end of an era while opening new avenues for the owner Sarah Rudolph’s future ventures.
A New Chapter For Birmingham
From dining to shopping, Birmingham’s pulse is reverberating with an infusion of new life and adventure. The evolving landscape of this beloved city continues to accommodate, inspire, and stimulate both its inhabitants and guests. If you notice a new business that was not featured here, feel free to tag and let us know!
