9 new businesses coming to Birmingham, plus one closing
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With so many businesses launching in 2025, Birmingham is already off to a thriving start this year.
From a new antique shop open in Vestavia Hills to a coffee shop coming soon to Railroad Park, here’s what’s new and coming soon around the Birmingham area and beyond.
Now Open
1. Piddlin Art & Antiques | Vestavia Hills
Located off Highway 31 on Kentucky Ave, Piddlin Art & Antiques is now open in Vestavia Hills.
The store has a variety of antique furniture, art and handmade goods created by local makers. In addition to its wide selection of locally-made goods, the store plans to offer art classes like watercolor and pottery.
2. Wasabi Sushi Bar & Grill | Alabaster
Get your chopsticks ready—Wasabi Japanese Sushi & Bar on Colonial Dr. in Alabaster is officially open for business.
Whether you’re in the mood for a sushi roll, a warm bowl of udon, or a sizzling hibachi plate, this new spot has something for everyone.
- Location: 390 S Colonial Dr, Alabaster, AL 35007
- Hours: 11AM-9PM Daily
3. Sparrow Salon | East Avondale
A new salon is now open in East Avondale!
Sparrow Salon—a community salon owned by stylist Theo Pettway and his wife—recently opened in the former Ore Mercantile space at the Avondale Mills Shopping Center.
The salon’s tagline is ‘the art of self-care’, aiming to give clients the tools to feel more confident and comfortable.
- Location: 4414 4th Ave South, Birmingham, AL 35222
- Sparrow Salon: 205.201.4045 | Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram
4. Scarlet Raven Gaming | Trussville
A brand-new spot for gamers has opened its doors in Trussville.
Scarlet Raven Gaming is the ultimate destination for board and tabletop gaming enthusiasts, with space for gaming, birthday parties and more.
- Location: 100 Watterson Pkwy, Trussville, AL 35173
- Hours: Thursday, Saturday-Sunday 3-10PM, Friday 3PM-12AM
Coming Soon
5. The Bark Park | Irondale
The Bark Park—a brand-new pet care company owned by Emondre Johnson—is opening on Montevallo Road on February 22.
Specializing in doggy daycare, overnight stays, professional pet photography and more, The Bark Park is the “all-in-one” facility you and your four-legged friends need.
6. Whammy Coffee | Railroad Park
Last month, Bham Now reported that East Pole Coffee Co., a beloved Railroad Park favorite closed its doors. While we’re sad to see them go, a new coffee shop is taking its place: Whammy Coffee.
Owned by Samford alumni Mitch and Maddie McEver, Whammy first started out doing business at pop-ups around Birmingham like Pepper Place and Ore Mercantile.
Now, Whammy is opening its very first location in the thriving The Denham Building this summer.
- Location: 1143 1st Ave S Suite 103, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Opening: Summer 2025
7. New Day Car Wash | Trussville
Get ready to have the cleanest car in town! New Day Car Wash is kicking off its grand opening in Trussville this weekend. From February 20-23, try their services out during “Free Wash Weekend.”
- Location: 5961 Chalkville Mountain Rd, Birmingham, AL 35235
- Opening: Thursday, February 20
8. Nothing Bundt Cakes | Fultondale
According to a recent Facebook post, popular bakery Nothing Bundt Cakes is opening a new location in Fultondale.
The new store will be located at the Promenade Fultondale, in the suite between Bath & Body Works and Sally Beauty.
- Location: 3441 Lowery Pkwy, Fultondale, AL 35068
- Opening: Spring 2025
- Website
9. Foxhound Bee Company | Irondale
Foxhound Bee Company, the first of its kind beekeeping retail and education destination in Alabama, plans to break ground on a new 5,000-square-foot Beekeeping and Pollinator Education Center in Irondale this month.
The new facility is designed to serve as both a retail shop for beekeepers and an educational space where beekeepers and the community can explore the wonders of honey bees and pollinators.
- Location: 500 16th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Opening: TBD
Closed
10. Oak Mountain Brewing | Pelham
Oak Mountain Brewing Company announced on social media that it has closed indefinitely.
The popular taproom, situated at the intersection of Hwy 119 and Hwy 31 in Pelham, first opened in January 2021. According to its Yelp page, the brewery plans to reopen on April 1, 2025.
Did we miss any new businesses? Tag us @bhamnow and let us know!
