Raising Cane’s

Louisiana chicken-finger franchise opening its first Birmingham location. Chain already has locations in Tuscaloosa and Mobile.

Awful Beautiful Life Resort

Luxury tiny home resort with 75 premium tiny homes, resort lagoon pool, event center, fitness center, pickle ball court, clubhouse, and 24/7 security gate. Located near Fort Rucker to serve military families and visitors.

University Beach Lagoon Resort Marriott Hotel

Luxury Marriott hotel as part of the $350 million University Beach lagoon resort development. Phase 1 includes Beach Club with 10-acre lagoon and water park, events center, and the Marriott hotel. Developer prioritizing hotel construction after infrastructure completion.

Chick-fil-A

New Chick-fil-A restaurant expected to open spring 2026 in Plantation Pointe shopping center, located at former Ruby Tuesday site which was demolished

Good Company Café

Good Company Café is opening a second location in Five Points neighborhood in the former 1892 East Restaurant & Tavern space. They will also add a new dinner concept called Etta’s Tavern in the same building. The Good Company side will be counter service brunch/lunch, while Etta’s will be dinner only with table service and […]

Mother’s Italian Kitchen

Italian restaurant opening in former RailYard location, featuring pasta dishes, chicken dishes, and wine selection. Will be dinner-only initially with lunch planned for future. Chef Michael Locascio bringing Sicilian heritage and European training experience.

City Barbeque

City Barbeque’s first Alabama location opening in Huntsville, featuring slow-smoked meats, house-made sides, dine-in, carryout, delivery and catering services

The Fortuna Hotel

$30 million boutique hotel designed to match historic charm of Olde Towne Daphne. Project approved by city council with tax incentive structure. Construction expected to begin next summer.

The Fortuna Hotel

$30 million boutique hotel designed to match historic charm of Olde Towne Daphne. Project aims to bring visitors to support local businesses and revitalize the area.