Reviewed by: Patience Itson
3 new businesses + 3 coming soon in Birmingham
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It’s a new week in the Magic City, and that means a new roundup of businesses popping up across town.
From a new English-inspired pub in Pepper Place to a quirky antiques shop coming to Morris Ave, here are three new businesses and three more coming soon that should be on your radar.
Now Open
1. Onelife Fitness | Lee Branch
In September 2026, we gave you a sneak peek at Onelife’s state-of-the-art gym coming to Lee Branch. Now, it’s officially open in the former AMC Classic theater and features tons of equipment and amenities.
It features a reformer Pilates studio, cycle studio, STRIKE Boxing studio, indoor saltwater pool and even a recovery area with saunas, red light therapy and hydromassage.
- Where: 801 Doug Baker Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35242
- Hours:
- Monday–Thursday: 5AM–10PM
- Friday: 5AM–9PM
- Saturday: 7AM–7PM
- Sunday: 8AM–6PM
2. The Harrington Pub | Pepper Place
A new bar and restaurant just opened in Birmingham—The Harrington Pub at Pepper Place opened its doors on Oct. 22, 2026, serving up English-style pub food with a Southern twist and handcrafted cocktails. The Harrington Pub has taken up residence in what used to be The Lumbar, which closed in April 2025.
Chef Trenton Tisdale, chef at The Anvil Pub in Lee Branch, is also behind the menu at The Harrington Pub featuring items like fish and chips, chicken tikka, shepherd’s pie and more.
- Where: 212 29th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Hours: Temporary hours of 11AM–11PM daily. Permanent hours TBA
- Website | Instagram
3. Canceled Coffee | Hayden
Coffee lovers, there’s a new spot to add to your morning routine. Canceled Coffee Company has officially opened its second location near Hayden and it’s bringing specialty drinks, more food options and a chill spot to hang out.
After the success of Canceled Coffee Company’s first shop in Oneonta in 2025, owners Jake and William Peek decided to keep the momentum going with a second location along AL-160 in Warrior, just outside Hayden. Coffee is obviously the main event, but there are some tasty additions to the food menu, too. The Hayden location offers bagels, croissants and egg bites, plus drink flavors like Creme Brûlée and Cookie Butter.
- Where: 397 AL-160, Warrior, AL 35180
- Hours: Monday–Saturday, 7AM–3PM | Closed Sunday
- Facebook | Instagram
Coming Soon
4. Nostalgic on Morris | Morris Ave
A new spot for one-of-a-kind vintage treasures and nostalgic, locally made artwork is opening soon in downtown Birmingham.
Located on historic Morris Avenue, Nostalgic on Morris is a new antique store and art gallery with an eclectic mix of vintage collectibles, mid-century design and work from local artists.
Nostalgic on Morris is the brainchild of Rodney Tucker and Billy Connelley—downtown residents who have spent years collecting antiques and vintage finds, from American art pottery and barware to Stickley furniture and Arts and Crafts pieces. When a street-facing space opened up on Morris Avenue, the duo leaped at the chance to bring a new retail spot to downtown Birmingham.
The gallery will begin welcoming its first visitors on Thursday, October 29, kicking off a soft opening weekend with the following hours:
- Mondays: By Chance or Appointment
- Tuesdays: By Chance or Appointment
- Wednesdays: By Chance or Appointment
- Thursdays: 3-7PM
- Fridays: 3-7PM
- Saturdays: 1-6PM
- Sundays: 1-6PM
5. Zozo’s Kitchen | Riverchase
Remember when we told you the Cassimus family, founders of Zoe’s Kitchen, were bringing their familiar menu back under a new name? Well, there’s another location on the way! Zozo’s Kitchen is opening a new location in Riverchase, and it’s bringing its popular Greek-inspired favorites with it.
We first filled you in on Zozo’s Kitchen back in April, when the Cassimus family announced plans for its new restaurant venture. The Homewood flagship opened in May 2026. Now, a new Riverchase location is taking shape in Hoover.
- Where: 1851 Montgomery Hwy, Ste 101, Hoover (Former Hunan Garden space)
- Opening date: TBD
6. Mo’Bay Beignet Co. | Valley Post
Mobile-born Mo’Bay Beignet Co. is heading to the Birmingham area under a new combined name.
Founder Jaclyn Robinson announced the brand’s next stop is Valley Post in Chelsea. Mo’Bay Beignet Co. and its sibling, Bay Town Burger Co., will operate as Mo’Bay Beignet & Burger Co.
A team is working to open the Chelsea location before the end of the year. No opening date has been announced.
- Where: 1012 Dunnavant Valley Road, Chelsea, AL
- Mo’Bay Beignet & Burger Co. BHAM: Facebook | Instagram
