9 women-owned businesses our audience loves

Dogs + Vets at Birmingham Animal Hospital
Dr. Claire Woodall Bellman & Michaela Wright (Bham Now)

We asked our audience on social media:

To celebrate Women’s History Month, we wanted to know our followers’ favorite women-owned businesses in Bham.

I browsed through all 1.2K comments to put together a list of the top nine commented businesses!

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Keep reading to see if you’re favorite women-owned businesses made the list…

1. Rome Curate

Rome Curate. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)
Nicole Roby, owner and founder of Rome Curate. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

Rome Curate is a go-to spot for finding timeless yet functional items for everyday living.

Don’t worry about a big spill on your new furniture or rug. Nicole, a mother of three young children herself, carefully designed the items to be easily wiped down.

2. Yo’ Mama’s Restaurant

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Storefront at Yo’ Mama’s on 2nd Avenue in Birmingham. (Pat Byington/Bham Now)

Yo Mama’s has made its mark on the food scene in Birmingham. From the chicken and waffles or shrimp and grits to the shrimp tacos or BBQ Cheeseburger plate, you will want to keep going back for more.

3. Birmingham Animal Hospital & Resort

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Time to play at Birmingham Animal Hospital & Resort. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

The animal hospital is ran by Dr. Claire Woodall Bellman & Michaela Wright—both born and raised in Birmingham.

The exceptional veterinary care, high-quality pet boarding & daycare and grooming services along with their passion for creating an amazing experience for you & your pets are what makes Birmingham Animal Hospital + Resort so great.

4. Heezie’s

Heezie’s is your one-stop-shop for all things chic, featuring a fantastic assortment of accessories, presents and home essentials.

5. Mythic Salon Birmingham

Mythic Hair Salon in Forest Park
Come on in and get your hair styled. (Mythic Hair Salon)

Shai Kirby, owner of Mythic Hair Salon is a Professional Beauty Association Beacon 2023 winner. She specializes in fashion hair colors, but also thoroughly enjoys applying whatever methods are needed to achieve someone’s desired hair look. 

6. Ashley Mac’s

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What’s your favorite menu item from Ashley Mac’s? (Sabrina Palmer / Bham Now)

Ashley Mac’s is known for its freshly baked goods, including cakes, cookies, cupcakes and pies, all made from scratch with high-quality ingredients.

Their menu also features soups, salads, sandwiches and casseroles, often prepared with a Southern flair. It was founded by Ashley McMakin, a talented chef known for her delicious homemade recipes and passion for cooking.

7. MELT Birmingham

MELT Birmingham is celebrated for its creative take on Southern comfort food classics (especially grilled cheeses), making it a must-visit for food enthusiasts.

8. Sweet Peas Garden Shop

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So much greenery! (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

Sweet Peas Garden Shop is a garden shop located in downtown Homewood.

As a family-owned garden shop, the staff are always happy to answer any questions you may have! Sweet Peas has anything you may need to spruce up your garden, like annuals, perennials, herbs and more.

9. Olexa’s Cafe, Cakes, & Catering

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Stop by Olexa’s for lunch and a delicious slice of cake. (Bham Now)

Olexa’s Cafe is located in the heart of Mountain Brook Village serving homemade quiche, soups, creative salads, warm panini sandwiches, great chicken salad and the best desserts. The charming cafe has been around since 2004 and has a unique European ambiance.

What’s your favorite women-owned business? Let us know @bhamnow!

Lauren Perry
Lauren Perry
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