QUICK SUMMARY
The Birmingham suburbs added several new spots this summer. In Hoover, family-owned Copper Star Coffee Co. opened in Chace Lake, Zad Mediterranean Cuisine brought Yemeni dishes to John Hawkins Parkway, and The Painted Purple Turtle craft studio opened at River Oaks Village on August 29. Trussville got its first standalone Einstein Bros. Bagels near I-459, while Cava announced it is coming to Alabaster’s Shoppes at District 31. One goodbye: Kirkland’s Home in Trussville is closing by September 8.
From new coffee to new crafts, the over-the-mountain and eastern suburbs keep adding reasons to love living here. Here is the latest business news our team is watching around Hoover and Trussville, with a hat tip to Bham Now for tracking the metro’s openings.
What is Copper Star Coffee Co. in Hoover?
Copper Star Coffee Co. opened in July 2026 at 1870 Chace Drive in Hoover’s Chace Lake neighborhood. The family-owned shop serves handcrafted coffee, espresso, cold brew and smoothies, plus made-to-order paninis and Belgian liege waffles. Early reviews have been strong, and a locally owned coffee spot is exactly the kind of everyday amenity that makes a neighborhood feel like home. It is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where can you find Zad Mediterranean Cuisine?
Zad Mediterranean Cuisine opened at 2760 John Hawkins Parkway, Suite 112 in Hoover. The Yemeni-influenced restaurant serves kabobs, shawarma and house-made specialties few restaurants in the region attempt – think quail, lamb pies and maqaniq, a lamb sausage dish. It is one more sign that Hoover’s dining scene is getting more diverse and more interesting every year.
Curious which Hoover neighborhoods put you closest to the new spots? Explore our Hoover community guide or call/text 205-292-7142.
Did Trussville really get a standalone Einstein Bros. Bagels?
Yes – the Birmingham metro’s fifth Einstein Bros. Bagels is now open at 1430 Gadsden Highway, Suite 100, near the I-459 Trussville exit. For years, locals mostly found Einstein bagels inside Publix stores, so a standalone shop with daily hours from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. is a nice win for the east side of the metro. Trussville continues to be one of the busiest growth corridors in Greater Birmingham, which is a big part of why buyers keep asking us about it.
What is The Painted Purple Turtle craft studio?
The Painted Purple Turtle held its grand opening Saturday, August 29 at River Oaks Village shopping center, located at 3704 Lorna Road in Hoover. The new arts and crafts studio welcomes makers with hands-on craft experiences, make-and-take projects and space for creative learning. Family-friendly spots like this are a quiet quality-of-life perk that helps neighborhoods hold their value.
What is coming soon – and what is closing?
Coming soon: Cava in Alabaster. The popular fast-casual Mediterranean chain announced it will join the fast-growing Shoppes at District 31 development at 725 1st Street South. It will be the third Cava in the Greater Birmingham area.
Closing: Kirkland’s Home in Trussville. The home decor store at 5474 Patrick Way began a 50% off closing sale August 17 and will stay open until inventory is gone or its last day of business on September 8. Area locations in Gadsden and Alabaster remain open.
What does this mean for Birmingham-metro home buyers and sellers?
Retail follows rooftops. When coffee shops, restaurants and national brands keep choosing Hoover, Trussville and Alabaster, it reflects the steady stream of families moving into these suburbs – and it keeps demand for nearby homes healthy. If you are weighing a move, our relocating to Alabama guide compares the metro’s communities, and if you already own here, a free home valuation will show you what all this growth has done for your equity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Copper Star Coffee Co. in Hoover?
Copper Star Coffee Co. is at 1870 Chace Drive in Hoover’s Chace Lake neighborhood. The family-owned shop opened in July 2026 and serves coffee, smoothies, paninis and Belgian liege waffles.
Where is the new Einstein Bros. Bagels in Trussville?
The new standalone Einstein Bros. Bagels is at 1430 Gadsden Highway, Suite 100, near the I-459 Trussville exit. It is open daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is the fifth Einstein Bros. location in the Birmingham metro.
When is Cava opening in Alabaster?
Cava has announced it is coming to the Shoppes at District 31 in Alabaster at 725 1st Street South, but has not shared an exact opening date yet. It will be the third Cava in the Greater Birmingham area.
When does Kirkland’s Home in Trussville close?
Kirkland’s Home at 5474 Patrick Way in the Trussville area is set to close by September 8, 2026, or sooner if inventory sells out. Everything was marked down 50% starting August 17.
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