5 New Birmingham Restaurants to Try This Month (Plus 3 New Locations & Menus!)
A coffee shop is staying open later, a local favorite is serving brunch, and a few new eateries are joining Birmingham’s food lineup. Here’s what’s worth a look this month! Image: Instagram / Whiskey Foxtrot Burger Dive
Our local dining scene continues to evolve, and this month brings a fresh mix of newcomers to explore. A new coffee shop, an Italian restaurant, Chinese cuisine, and a familiar spot in a new location are all adding a little something special to the Magic City’s culinary lineup. Here’s a look at some of the new restaurants in Birmingham that are worth a try!
Foo Hai
Neighborhood: Homewood
More Info: Instagram
Earlier this month, Homewood welcomed a new eatery serving handmade noodles and dumplings. Foo Hai is a new concept from the founders of Urban Hai in Midtown Atlanta, and the Birmingham location is officially open at the corner of 29th Avenue South and 19th Street South.
The menu features authentic Chinese dishes, including scallion pancakes, sweet-and-sour pork ribs, Sichuan dandan beef, braised chicken hot pot, and brown sugar rice cakes, as well as chef’s specials unique to the restaurant.
TreeBar & Courtyard
Neighborhood: Woodlawn
More Info: Instagram
TreeBar & Courtyard brings a lively new gathering spot to Birmingham’s Woodlawn neighborhood. The space offers indoor and outdoor bars, colorful murals, a stage for live music and entertainment, food trucks, and plenty of comfortable space to settle in and enjoy — both inside and out.
Pazzo Italian
Neighborhood: Vestavia Hills
More Info: Facebook
You can never have too many options for delicious Italian cuisine, and now there’s a new one in Vestavia Hills: Pazzo Italian. Located in the former Napoli Pizza space on Rocky Ridge Road, the sit-down restaurant serves classics like rigatoni Bolognese, gnocchi, chicken piccata, and burrata salad — along with desserts like tiramisu, limoncello cake, and gelato flights. You can round out your meal with a selection of wine and cocktails.
Holy Smokes Barbecue
Neighborhood: Chelsea
More Info: Facebook
A little Texas has arrived in Chelsea, thanks to the opening of Holy Smokes. The barbecue food truck serves smoked meats with influences from across the South. Its menu runs from Texas-style brisket and Memphis-style pulled pork to Conecuh stadium dogs, Birmingham-style chicken, and Alabama white sauce. Be sure to check the truck’s social media for its current location and hours.
Chilly Willy’s Shaved Ice
Neighborhood: Inverness
More Info: chilly-willys.com
Chilly Willy’s Shaved Ice goes well beyond the standard snow cone. Its signature Snowstorms pair shaved ice with toppings and creative combinations like Yeti Freeze, Arctic Sunset, and Yeti’s Blood. The Frozen Fuel series adds Alani Nu Energy, and a variety of flavors and toppings make it easy to customize your cup.
NEW LOCATION: Whiskey Foxtrot Burger Shoppe
Neighborhood: Hoover
More Info: whiskeyfoxtrotbham.com
Whiskey Foxtrot isn’t new to Hoover, but it has a new address. The family-owned burger joint has moved its original John Hawkins Parkway location a couple of miles down the road to a more central spot. The restaurant is now closer to the heart of Hoover while keeping the same menu and burgers we already know and love — along with a little more room to settle in and stay a while.
EXPANDED MENU: The Valley Hotel Coffee Co.
Neighborhood: Homewood
More Info: valleyhotelbirmingham.com
The Valley Hotel Coffee Co. is taking its coffeehouse routine into the evening. The Homewood café now hosts The Social Hour, a relaxed spot for cocktails, wine, and shareable bites. The menu includes espresso martinis, Aperol spritzes, peanut hummus, smoked trout dip, and charcuterie, with the courtyard offering an easy place to settle in after work.
EXPANDED MENU: High Dive HiFi Lounge
Neighborhood: Lakeview
More Info: highdive-bham.com
High Dive HiFi Lounge opened late last year, giving us a unique spot for coffee, cocktails, curated playlists, and bites. Now, the lounge is adding Sunday brunch, served every week from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The menu features new dishes like the Breakfast Burrito, Egg Salad Sandwich with Milk Bread, French Toast, Shrimp & Grits, and Breakfast Bowl. Pair your meal with a mimosa or build your own Bloody Mary at the bar.
Still hungry? Keep scrolling for even more recent restaurant openings!
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AUGUST 2026 UPDATES
There are plenty of new restaurants to check out this month, along with a few familiar favorites that are making a comeback. From a new bagel shop to a go-to bar for your next happy hour, there’s a new spot for just about every craving. Here’s your excuse to try these new restaurants in Birmingham!
Karma’s Kitchen
Neighborhood: Five Points
More Info: Instagram
Five Points South got a new late-night hotspot with the opening of Karma’s Kitchen, a 24/7 diner from Dan and Sherri Williams, the owners behind Dave’s Pub. The all-day, all-night eatery will serve breakfast around the clock (a much-needed option for hungry night owls), as well as standard diner comfort food for lunch and dinner. Highlights include burgers, chicken fingers, patty melts, and corn dogs.
Ralph’s Listening Room
Neighborhood: Downtown
More Info: Instagram
For those who prefer their cocktails with a soundtrack, Ralph’s Listening Room has arrived. The new Second Avenue North spot from longtime business partners Qadeem Hassan and Justin Speegle blends a curated vinyl collection with cozy surroundings, cocktails, and serious sound.
Inspired by Japan’s jazz kissa listening bars, Ralph’s is designed for hanging out — whether you’re settling in for a jazz set, discovering a new release, or simply letting the music set the mood.
Chateau Bevvy Winery
Neighborhood: Bessemer
More Info: chateaubevywinery.net
There’s a new reason to head to Bessemer: Chateau Bevvy Winery, Jefferson County’s first urban winery. The latest venture from Alabama native and Army veteran La Fran Marks, Chateau Bevvy grew out of La Fran’s travels and appreciation for wine culture around the world.
The winery occupies a restored 1910 building in downtown Bessemer that once served as a saloon and later a drugstore. La Fran sources grape juice from East Coast and international partners, then ferments, ages, and bottles each wine on-site.
Noble Pursuits
Neighborhood: Lakeview
More Info: Facebook
Noble Pursuits, Alabama’s first bar dedicated to traditional kava drinks, opened in Lakeview on August 8. The new neighborhood spot serves kava imported from Fiji alongside house-made specialty beverages.
Made from the root of a Pacific Island plant, kava has long been part of social and ceremonial traditions across the region and is known for its calming effects. At Noble Pursuits, the focus is on the experience as much as what’s in the cup, offering Birmingham a fresh way to unwind without the usual bar scene.
Road to Burma
Neighborhood: Pizitz Food Hall
More Info: Facebook
A new soon-to-be-favorite has joined the options at The Pizitz Food Hall. Road to Burma brings bold flavors of Myanmar to Birmingham, drawing on the country’s culinary traditions and its influences from India, China, and Thailand. The eatery’s menu uniquely balances savory, tangy, and spicy notes, with plenty of dishes to introduce diners to a cuisine that’s still relatively under the radar in the Magic City.
Lucky Stranger
Neighborhood: Avondale
More Info: Instagram
Taking over the former Parkside on Fifth location, Lucky Stranger is the latest project from owners José de Jesus Medina Camacho, Kelsey Drum, Ali Randall, and Nan Wagner. It has one simple goal: to create the kind of neighborhood spot where you can show up exactly as you are. The drinks keep things easy, from wine and canned beer to simple cocktails, with a few playful surprises along the way.
The Broken Knife
Neighborhood: Avondale
More Info: thebrokenknifebirmingham.com
The Broken Knife is back, giving sandwich fans another reason to head to Avondale. The well-loved shop has reopened at Elysian Gardens, where it’s rolling out a new menu of oversized, made-from-scratch sandwiches featuring house-smoked meats, artisan bread, and homemade sauces.
Copper Star Coffee Co.
Neighborhood: Hoover
More Info: Instagram
Hoover is home to a new brick-and-mortar that’s perfect for your morning coffee run. This European-inspired café pairs coffee from Birmingham favorite O. Henry’s with hot paninis, soups, Belgian waffles, and ice cream. It also features an inviting patio, making it a great spot to take your coffee and breakfast outside and enjoy a little fresh air.
Cake Me Up
Neighborhood: Hoover
More Info: cakemeupdessertshop.com
A sweet new addition has opened its doors in Hoover. Cake Me Up is a Brazilian dessert shop serving artisan cakes, fresh coffee, and treats. Founded by Chef Viviane, a native of Minas Gerais, Brazil — who turned a love of baking for friends and neighbors into a business — the shop blends familiar desserts with Brazilian favorites.
NEW MENU: Galley & Garden
Neighborhood: Southside
More Info: galleyandgarden.com
Galley & Garden is certainly not new to Birmingham’s dining scene, but its menu is getting a fresh start. With new Executive Chef Ché Gaines and General Manager Coe Taylor at the helm, the restaurant has introduced a new menu built around seasonal ingredients and partnerships with local farmers.
Ché brings Southern traditions together with Caribbean, Latin, and global influences, putting his own spin on the next chapter of this Birmingham favorite.
Still hungry? Keep scrolling for even more recent restaurant openings!
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UPDATES FROM JULY 2026
Birmingham has a new batch of places to eat, drink, and treat yourself this month. A neighborhood bakery is serving pastries alongside your morning coffee, a new spot is putting chef-prepared meals within easy reach, and the city’s latest ice cream shop has officially started scooping. Here are the new restaurants in Birmingham to add to your must-try list.
Redemption
Neighborhood: Trussville
More Info: redemptiontrussville.com
Trussville’s dining scene got a new addition with the opening of Redemption by Straight Mountain Foods. From the team behind the longstanding food truck and catering business, this new brick-and-mortar concept puts a fresh spin on comfort food, pairing Southern hospitality with scratch-made dishes and seasonal ingredients.
Diners can expect a traditional meat-and-three experience at lunch, an expanded dinner menu featuring chef-inspired creations, and weekend brunch offerings. Need another reason? The frequently changing menu means there’s always something new to look forward to at every visit.
The Well & Co.
Neighborhood: Vestavia Hills
More Info: thewellandcobham.com
There’s a new spot in Vestavia that’s designed for lattes and lingering. Founded by friends Katelyn Helms, Claire Holmberg, and Tori Dill, The Well & Co. blends a curated home decor and gift shop with a coffee bar, creating an inviting space where shopping and community go hand in hand.
Born of a shared vision to bring people together, the new storefront features a layout intentionally designed to encourage catching up with friends over coffee. An expanded drink menu is in the works, but for now, guests can sip locally roasted brews from Cala while browsing the boutique.
The Kitchen By Market
Neighborhood: Vestavia Hills
More Info: Facebook
Healthy eating just got a little more convenient in Vestavia. The Kitchen by Market officially opened on Montgomery Highway, adjacent to The Picklr indoor pickleball hub. The second location from the team behind Market Mountain Brook, this gourmet shop specializes in fresh, chef-prepared meals and grab-and-go offerings that make busy weekdays a breeze.
Together Healthy
Neighborhood: Greystone
More Info: Instagram
There’s a new spot on Highway 280 where wellness is always on the menu. Located next to Chuck’s Fish in Greystone, Together Healthy is home to loaded teas, protein shakes, and other healthy snacks to keep you fueled throughout your day.
Founders Alex and Sharon Heermann moved from Germany to Alabama a little more than two years ago with a dream of helping people live healthier, happier lives through their passion for wellness and a commitment to making everyone feel welcome.
Unbothered Scoops
Neighborhood: Five Points West
More Info: Facebook
Unbothered Scoops, the Bessemer-born ice cream shop, is expanding with a second location in the Five Points West neighborhood near the Birmingham CrossPlex. Located between Chase Bank and Starbucks, the shop is bringing its fan-favorite frozen treats to even more dessert lovers, marking an exciting milestone for the growing local business.
La MoreliAna Bakery
Neighborhood: Pizitz Food Hall
More Info: Facebook
A popular food truck has officially found a permanent home in downtown Birmingham. La MoreliAna Bakery recently opened at The Pizitz Food Hall, bringing its assortment of traditional Mexican pastries to a brick-and-mortar space after building a devoted following on the road.
Founded by Ana Araujo and her family, the bakery began with homemade recipes and a passion for sharing Mexican baking traditions. The shop offers favorites like the signature churro cheesecake and their famous tres leches cake.
Chelsea Nutrition
Neighborhood: Chelsea
More Info: Instagram
Chelsea has a new destination for wellness. Located just off Highway 280, Chelsea Nutrition’s menu is packed with colorful loaded teas, protein-packed shakes, and other feel-good sips, all served in a community-focused setting. Featuring an ever-changing menu, the new spot is designed to make healthy choices feel fun, approachable, and delicious!
Big John’s Buffet
Neighborhood: Homewood
More Info: Facebook
For anyone craving a hearty, homestyle meal, there’s a new destination in West Homewood. Big John’s Buffet has officially opened, serving an all-you-can-eat spread of Southern comfort food favorites in a casual, family-friendly setting. Expect classic dishes like crispy fried chicken, creamy macaroni and cheese, and a rotating selection of traditional sides that feel just like Sunday supper.
Zad Mediterranean
Neighborhood: Hoover
More Info: zadmc.com
Hoover’s dining scene recently expanded with the opening of Zad Mediterranean. This new restaurant focuses on fresh ingredients and traditional recipes, offering a menu of authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.
You’ll find classics like char-grilled kabobs, fresh tabbouli, and hand-rolled grape leaves, alongside house specialties like chicken artichoke in a zesty lemon sauce.
The Park Nutrition
Neighborhood: Hoover
More Info: theparknutrition.com
Hoover’s Bluff Park has a new option for healthy grab-and-go fuel. The Park Nutrition offers protein-packed meal-replacement shakes, clean energy teas, and quick, nutritious options for breakfast, lunch, or a post-workout pick-me-up.
The neighborhood spot aims to make healthy choices both convenient and enjoyable, whether you’re squeezing in a healthy breakfast before work, refueling after a hike at Moss Rock Preserve, or simply catching up with friends.
Scoop City
Neighborhood: Homewood
More Info: Facebook
Scoop City, the latest concept from Chef Nick Carpenter and the team behind Tuff Love Hospitality, brings a nostalgic ice cream shop experience with a creative twist to Homewood. Located at The Edge, the new spot serves everything from classic scoops and over-the-top sundaes to shakes, floats, and fully loaded banana splits.
With flavors ranging from timeless favorites like chocolate and vanilla to more adventurous creations like Blackberry Cobbler, Salted Caramel Brownie, and Banana Pudding, Scoop City offers plenty of reasons to stop in for a sweet treat.
Dig in, Birmingham!
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Paige Townley
Paige Townley is a Birmingham native with a soft spot for good stories, interesting people, and beautifully made things. When she's not writing about places that inspire or people who shine, she's likely spending time with her family, planning her next adventure, or cheering on the Crimson Tide.
