Two popular national restaurant chains are coming to Pell City

Pell City is adding two new national chain restaurants to its Pell City Square development.

Whataburger and Outback Steakhouse have begun construction and anticipate opening in late 2024.

“The arrivals of Outback Steakhouse and Whataburger fulfill a key promise made by this administration to attract high-quality dining for our residents as part of the Pell City Square development. These businesses bring not only exciting new options but also create significant economic opportunities through job creation and increased local investment.”

Bill Pruitt, Mayor, Pell City

Pell City Square brings in tax revenue

According to a City of Pell City news release, Outback is expected to have a maximum occupancy of 210. Combined with Whataburger, the new restaurants will add approximately $3 million in annual taxable income to Pell City’s economy. 

Bham Now has followed the Pell City Square development since August 2023. Eight stores presently occupy the shopping center which is located off I-20 Exit 158 on Dr. John Haynes Drive in Pell City,

The retailers are: 

• Hobby Lobby
• Ulta
• Pet Smart
• Ross Dress for Less
• TJ Maxx
• Old Navy
• America’s Best Eye Care 
• Five Below

Whataburger & Outback growth in Birmingham Metro

Both Whataburger and Outback Steakhouse have added locations in the Birmingham Metro area recently. In March, Outback opened a new restaurant in downtown Birmingham. Whataburger has added franchises in Homewood and Hoover.

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