Krystal opens new burger joint in Calera 

Krystal
Krystal in Center Point, Alabama (Tira Davis / Bham Now)

Krystal, the legendary burger joint founded in Chattanooga 92 years ago, has opened a new location in Calera (159 County Rd. 87, Calera, AL. 35040). 

The newest restaurant is connected to a Valero convenience store off exit 234 on I-65.

2nd new Krystal in 18 months

The Calera site, which opened last week, is the 2nd Krystal location to move into the Birmingham Metro area over the past 18 months. In January 2023, the company opened their first new Alabama franchise in six years in Center Point.

“We have been working closely with franchisee partners to help expand our presence and are thrilled to open another Krystal location in 2024.” 

Michael Casey, Chief Development Officer of SPB Hospitality and Krystal Restaurants

Operation days and hours

The restaurant offers dine-in, drive-thru, and will launch online ordering in the coming weeks. 

  • Krystal in Calera
  • Address: 159 County Rd. 87, Calera, AL
  • Hours: Sunday through Saturday from 5:00 AM to 10 PM

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Pat Byington
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