New Joyland restaurant opening in Avondale on August 15

Joyland—the highly-anticipated Nashville fast-casual concept moving into the former Rodney Scott BBQ and Bottletree spot in Avondale—is opening on August 15.

Read on to learn more about this exciting addition to the Birmingham food scene.

Joyland’s mural and food

Created by James Beard Award-winning chef Sean Brock in 2020, Joyland is inspired by the aesthetics and experience of early fast-food restaurants.

Chef Brock has teamed up with Birmingham restauranteur Nick Pihakis, owner of the local Pihakis Restaurant Group, to bring Joyland to The Magic City.

If you’ve passed by 3719 Third Ave. South location lately, you may have noticed the signage and a bright, sunny mural created by local artist Marcus Fetch.

All that’s left is to visit for a meal.

What kind of items are on the menu? Here is a mouthwatering sample:

• The Crustburger, with onion, American cheese and a side of Fancy Sauce
• Fried Chicken Sandwich with Joy Sauce, pickle slaw and mayonnaise
• Joyburger Deluxe, with Bear Creek Private Label Beef, Joy Sauce, pickles, onions and American cheese

Welcome to the neighborhood, Joyland!

What’s next in Avondale

There are a lot of new restaurants that have announced plans to locate in Avondale this year. 

For example, in late July, Bham Now gave our readers a sneak peek of the new Black Market Bar + Grill, and a new pizza joint—Miracle Pizza Co.—recently opened up in the former Post Office Pies spot.

Below are stories about two more spots that were announced in January and February 2024.

• PURE Taqueria opening a new location in the former MELT space in Avondale
• Homewood favorite Lag’s Eatery coming to Avondale after 15-year hiatus

Excited to see Joyland come to Avondale? Tag us @bhamnow to let us know your thoughts!