frida 6 openings coming soon in the Greater Birmingham Area—what you need to know — Frida’s Cocina & Cantina is coming soon. (Lauren Perry / Bham Now)

It’s the start of another beautiful week in Birmingham, and we’re excited about some awesome new openings including a Mexican restaurant in English Village. Let’s dive into the news.

1. Uncle G’s Pizza | Hoover

hoover pizza — Uncle G’s Pizza new Hoover location. (Pat Byington / Bham Now)

Hoover welcomes Uncle G’s Pizza, renowned for its beloved food truck, as it opens its inaugural pizza joint. You can find it at the former Cici’s Pizza spot in the Riverchase Plaza near Planet Fitness and Hobby Lobby.

Opening: Wednesday, March 27
Location: 1851 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover, AL 35244
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2. Prime Champagne Bar | Lakeview

Prime Champange Bar — Cheers, Birmingham! (Pat Byington / Bham Now)

Discover your new favorite spot for mimosas, cocktails and fine wines at Prime Champagne Bar in Birmingham’s Lakeview District on 4th Avenue South.

Opening: NOW OPEN
Location: 2901 4th Ave S suite 1j, Birmingham, AL 35233

3. Up-Down Arcade Bar | Parkside

Get ready, arcade enthusiasts. Coming soon to Birmingham is Alabama’s first Up-Down arcade, featuring classic favorites like pinball, skeeball and arcade video games.

Opening: TBD
Location: Urban Supply
Website

4. English Village Lane | Downtown

Guess what’s arrived in Birmingham? It’s English Village Lane (EVL), a world-famous custom rug boutique! Get ready to jazz up your living space with some serious rug style and flair.

Opening: NOW OPEN
Location: 2217 2nd Ave N, Birmingham 35203
Website | Instagram

5. Frida’s Cocina & Cantina | English Village

IMG 0168 6 openings coming soon in the Greater Birmingham Area—what you need to know — Frida’s Cocina & Cantina. (Lauren Perry / Bham Now)

Bham Now spotted new signs up in English Village for Frida’s Cocina & Cantina in the former Civitas space. I can’t wait to enjoy Mexican food in English Village!

Opening: TBD
Location: 2031 Cahaba Rd, Mountain Brook, AL 35213

6. Desi Tadka | Hoover

desi 6 openings coming soon in the Greater Birmingham Area—what you need to know — Welcome Desi Tadka to Hoover. (Bham Now)

Coming soon signs were also spotted in The Plaza at Riverchase Shopping Center in Hoover. A new restaurant under the same owners of the Desi Brothers Farmers Market is opening up. Stayed tuned to Bham Now for updates.