6 new + coming soon businesses around the Birmingham area—plus, 2 we’re sad to see leave

Birmingham is buzzing with new businesses and projects in-the-works this summer.

From a highly-anticipated new antique mall in Crestwood to a low-key speakeasy coming to Trussville, read on for who’s opening their doors around Birmingham. Also, join us in saying goodbye (for now) to two local businesses.

Openings

1. Santos Coffee | Montclair Road

Coffee lovers of the Irondale area, you’re in luck. The highly-anticipated new Santos Coffee drive-thru opened its seventh Birmingham location last week on Montclair Road next to Milo’s.

• Address: 1536 Montclair Rd, Irondale, AL 35210
• Hours: 6:30AM-6PM Daily

2. Hillside Music & Que | Vestavia Hills

Earlier this month, you may have noticed one Vestavia Hills restaurant has a new name. Thanks to a slight change in ownership, the former Palm & Pig has rebranded to Hillside Music & Que.

In addition to the new food and drinks, what makes Hillside Music & Que standout is its live music. According to owner Skip Davis, customers will be able to enjoy a beer and burger while local musicians jam out on the patio.

• Address: 633 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills, 35216
• Hours: Tuesday-Friday 3PM-9PM | Saturday 10AM-9PM | Sunday 10AM-5PM 

3. Crestwood Pickers | Crestwood

The wait is over—Crestwood Pickers opened for business on July 27, featuring over 300 local vendors selling furniture, clothing, handmade goods and more.

Located in the former Burlington Coat Factory location at the Crestwood Festival Shopping Center, this antique mall and indoor market will surely have something for everyone.

• Address: 7001 Suite 900, Crestwood Blvd. Birmingham, 35210
• Hours: Monday-Saturday 10AM-6PM | Sunday 1PM-5PM

Coming soon

4. Clemontin Antique Shoppe | Pepper Place

There’s a new antique store coming to Pepper Place! Founded by Stephanie Lynton, Clemontín will offer antique goods like wall art, furniture and other unique home goods.

• Address: 2717 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Opening: August 2024

5. Brother Paul’s BBQ | Alabaster

After several years working at Golden Rule BBQ, Paul Curcio’s newest project strives to help educate people on how to get their mind, body and soul grounded while also providing plates of tasty barbecue.

Brother Paul’s BBQ will open with a small menu inside of the creACTive Wellness Center and Café in Alabaster this August.

• Address: 200 1st St S, Alabaster, AL 35007
• Opening: August 2024

6. Speakeasy @ Umami | Trussville

Umami Trussville is getting a new neighbor upstairs—a low-key speakeasy that will bring a classy atmosphere to the city.

The new bar will be attached to Umami, with plans to enclose the patio area discussed by the Trussville Design Review Committee. Be on the lookout for this brand-new addition to Umami Trussville.

• Address: 215 Bell Wy, Trussville, AL 35173
• Opening: TBD

Closed

7. Ghost Train | Avondale

Over the weekend, Birmingham was saddened to learn that beloved local brewery Ghost Train had temporarily closed its doors. According to a sign posted on Ghost Train’s front door, the brewery will be closed in order to make some “exciting changes”.

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

8. Rickshaw Food Truck

According to a recent Instagram post, Rickshaw food truck has decided to close after two years. During its tenure in Birmingham, Rickshaw brought exciting East Asian-inspired cuisine to the community.

While Birmingham has lost a unique culinary gem, we are excited to see what they do in the future.

Check out a few new businesses coming to Huntsville.

Did we miss anything? Tag us @bhamnow and let us know!