Birmingham Welcomes 6 New Businesses—Bids Farewell to Two Locals

Birmingham Welcomes 6 New Businesses—Bids Farewell to Two Locals

The business scene in Birmingham is abuzz with activity this summer, welcoming fresh faces and bidding farewell to familiar staples. From an exciting antique mall in Crestwood to a speakeasy planned in Trussville, read on for more information on new and upcoming businesses. We also tip or hats and say goodbye to two local businesses.

Openings

1. Santos Coffee | Montclair Road

Coffee enthusiasts in Irondale, rejoice! The much-anticipated Santos Coffee drive-thru has launched its seventh Birmingham location last week on Montclair Road, right next to Milo’s.

Address: 1536 Montclair Rd, Irondale, AL 35210

Hours: Daily, 6:30AM-6PM

2. Hillside Music & Que | Vestavia Hills

Earlier this month, foodies in Vestavia Hills may have noticed a restaurant changing its sign. Palm & Pig is now Hillside Music & Que, thanks to a slight change in ownership. What’s more, it isn’t just about food and drinks—Hillside Music & Que will showcase local musicians, offering live music for patrons to enjoy with their meals.

Address: 633 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills, 35216

Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 3PM-9PM | Saturday,10AM-9PM | Sunday, 10AM-5PM

3. Crestwood Pickers | Crestwood

Crestwood Pickers, the long-awaited antique mall and indoor market opened on July 27th, featuring over 300 local vendors selling everything from furniture and clothing to handmade items.

Address: 7001 Suite 900, Crestwood Blvd. Birmingham, 35210

Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10AM-6PM | Sunday, 1PM-5PM

Coming Soon

4. Clemontin Antique Shoppe | Pepper Place

Stephanie Lynton is set to inaugurate a new antique store, Clemontín, at Pepper Place this coming August, catering to the crowd in search of unique wall art, furniture, and other home goods.

Address: 2717 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233

Opening: August 2024

5. Brother Paul’s BBQ | Alabaster

Golden Rule BBQ veteran Paul Curcio aims to provide nourishment for the mind, body, and soul with his upcoming venture, Brother Paul’s BBQ. Located inside the creACTive Wellness Center and Café in Alabaster, the BBQ place will open with a compact yet delicious menu this August.

Address: 200 1st St S, Alabaster, AL 35007

Opening: August 2024

6. Speakeasy @ Umami | Trussville

Umami Trussville is set to welcome a classy speakeasy as its new neighbor upstairs. We’re yet to hear details about the opening, but some whispers about enclosing the patio area have been heard from the Trussville Design Review Committee.

Address: 215 Bell Wy, Trussville, AL 35173

Opening: TBD

Closed

7. Ghost Train | Avondale

In a saddening turn of events, Birmingham witnessed the temporary closure of the well-loved local brewery Ghost Train. A note at the brewery informed their patrons of some upcoming “exciting changes”.

Address: 3501 1st Ave S Suite 101B, Birmingham, AL 35222

8. Rickshaw Food Truck

After two years of serving delicious cuisine inspired by East Asia, the Rickshaw food truck has decided to close, according to a recent post on their Instagram page. Though Birmingham has lost a unique culinary gem, we can’t wait to see what’s next for them.

Did we leave out a business making waves in Birmingham? Let us know!