The Birmingham area has lost a familiar roadside sight as Irondale removes the long-standing dome from the former Zamora Temple. A Landmark Without Its Signature Dome According to public updates from city officials, crews lifted the oversized onion-shaped dome off the building this week as part of a large-scale renovation of the property. The […]
Cala Coffee is expanding again, with a new Mountain Brook location expected to open in 2026. A Third Location for a Growing Local Favorite According to online reports, the popular Birmingham-area coffee shop is preparing to open a new café in Mountain Brook Village on Montevallo Road. The space, located at 2409 Montevallo […]
A long-vacant historic Birmingham storefront is being transformed into a stylish Japanese-inspired night spot set to open this spring. A New Concept in a Landmark Five Points South Building According to online reports, The Sakéroom is preparing to launch inside the Shepherd-Sloss Building at 2007 Highland Avenue, a property best known for its […]
Bayonet has earned another major national spotlight—this time recognized among the standout new restaurants shaping the country’s dining scene. National List Names Bayonet Among America’s Best According to online reports, a well-known food and dining outlet has included Bayonet on its annual list of the “Best New Restaurants in America.” The acknowledgment highlights […]
Birmingham’s Coca-Cola Amphitheater is hinting at a major 2026 concert from a fan-favorite performer with a four-decade following. “Weird Al” Signals a 2026 Tour Stop The venue’s Facebook page shared an image of “Weird Al” Yankovic promoting a stop on his upcoming “Bigger and Weirder” tour. The longtime entertainer is coming off a massive year, […]
Alabama’s startup community is gearing up for one of its biggest events of the year as Alabama Founder Fest returns to Birmingham on December 8–9. Why Founder Fest Matters The two-day festival will once again take place at Innovation Depot, bringing together founders, investors and supporters from across the state. This year’s event […]
A familiar piece of Birmingham’s history is preparing for a major transformation aimed at strengthening its role in the city’s cultural and recreational landscape. A New Vision for Sloss Furnaces Sloss Furnaces plans to launch a fundraising effort next year to support a $12 million project designed to better connect the site to […]
A new burger spot has opened in Birmingham’s Lakeview district! Located at 3507 6th Ave S, Vito’s Burger Joint serves burgers, cheesesteaks, chicken sandwiches, and franks. New Restaurant, Familiar Faces According to an interview with owner Vito Rosato, Vito’s Burger Joint is operated by the same team behind the former Sneaky Pete’s in […]
Trail Magic, a new sandwich shop in downtown Birmingham, is now serving Italian-inspired sandwiches, pasta salads, and more. Menu Highlights Trail Magic offers signature sandwiches such as the Philly Pork Roast, Caprese, Big Tony, Cubano, and Roast Pork with Spinach. Guests can enjoy sandwiches hot, cold, or even as a salad for a […]
Pink Lantern, a new coffee shop and event space, has opened in downtown Birmingham, bringing a unique daytime and evening experience. A Unique Coffee and Event Concept According to online reports, Pink Lantern was developed by local entrepreneurs Clay Freeman and Danny Le. The space operates as a coffee shop during the day, […]
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