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The Birmingham food scene is part of what makes our city so special. We love to celebrate what’s new in BHAM, but today, we’re taking time to recognize the places we’ll miss — DaVinci’s, Post Office Pies, and five more of the summer’s most talked-about restaurant closures.
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DeVinci’s Italian Restaurant
Location: Homewood
Years in business: 64
DaVinci’s Italian Restaurant may have altered its name over its six decades in Homewood (DeVinci’s Pizza Studio and Leonardo DeVinci’s Pizza, to name a few), but the passion for crafting pies that were true ‘works of art,’ as the slogan once went, stayed tried and true over the years. Generation after generation made its signature Mona Lisa pizza a local staple, and while patrons are sure to miss the food, we’ll also miss the longtime staff that came to feel more like family.
Retirement and rising operational costs reportedly led to the decision to close its doors on August 10. The restaurant’s closing announcement mentioned that new owners plan to open a new restaurant in the space, and it’s rumored to be another Italian spot.
PinDeVinci’s was the kind of place that instantly felt like home. Image: Facebook
Corbin Farms Winery
Location: Calera
Years in business: 20
While the Corbin Family has owned Corbin Farms Winery since 2017, it originally opened back in 2005 in Calera. It made a name for itself with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Pinot Noir, along with fruit wine varieties, including blackberry, peach, and watermelon.
The farm hosted events and featured a bistro offering delectable wine pairings set against its vineyard views. A few days after the official closing on August 10, the winery announced on Instagram that another Calera winery, Ozan Winery, will be taking over the Corbin Farms brand.
PinKeep an eye out for your favorite Corbin Farms wines coming soon to Ozan Winery in Calera. Image: Instagram
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Post Office Pies
Location: Mountain Brook
Years in business: 11
A local favorite for more than a decade, Post Office Pies closed its last location in Mountain Brook on June 29. The pizzeria got its name from its original location in the Avondale Post Office building, which closed last year. Soon after, the Mountain Brook location was the only Alabama pizzeria to be named one of the best pizza places in the country by The New York Times.
Esteemed local chef and founder John Hall — who also founded Saw’s BBQ — cited rising lease costs as the reason for closing both the Avondale and Mountain Brook joints. In his closing announcement post, Hall said, “Opening Post Office Pies was one of the best decisions of my life.” We’re grateful to John and Post Office Pies for all the memories and delicious pizzas we’ve enjoyed over the years.
PinThanks, Post Office Pies, for serving up some of the country’s best pizza right here in the Magic City. Image: Instagram
Taco Mama
Location: UAB, 7th Avenue South
Years in business: 8
UAB students, staff, and visitors will have to head to one of the other eight Taco Mamas around town since the Tex-Mex spot on 7th Avenue South closed at the beginning of August. The local taco bar chain is a Birmingham favorite for its scrumptious tacos, burritos, and of course, margaritas.
In a closure notice posted at the restaurant, Taco Mama assured patrons this was a difficult decision, saying that their UAB location was a special one. The next time you’re on campus and craving Taco Mama, head to the nearest locations in Edgewood and Crestline.
PinDon’t fret, Downtown, your Taco Mama fix is still just a short drive away. Image: Instagram
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Moss Rock Tacos & Tequila
Location: The Preserve at Moss Rock
Years in business: 7
After seven years serving The Preserve community and hungry hikers and climbers enjoying the Moss Rock Nature Preserve, owners Benard and Brianna Tamburello closed Moss Rock Tacos and Tequilas on August 31. While this is goodbye to the casual hot spot’s inventive Tex-Mex menu, the Tamburellos are sticking around to turn the space into their newest venture — Vecchia Gelato & Café.
If that name sounds familiar, it’s because the new cafe will be a sister joint to Vecchia Pizzeria and Mercato, located right next door. “Think bold Italian coffee, fresh pastries, sparkling spritzes, house-made gelato, [and] street food favorites straight from our travels through Italy,” the Tamburellos wrote in an announcement post.
PinKiss the tacos goodbye at Moss Rock Tacos & Tequila and say hello to gelato at the upcoming Vecchia Gelato & Café. Image: Facebook
Uproot Brewing
Location: North Lakeview District
Years in business: 2
After moving into the former Ghost Train Brewing Company site two years ago, Uproot Brewing poured its last glass on July 6. Live music, trivia nights, and delicious pizza all made Uproot a fun stop on the Birmingham Brewery Trail. Owner Nate Darnell is a longtime Magic City brewer, and plans to continue production of Uproot brews. So while this may be the end for the taproom, keep an eye out for Uproot around town.
PinFingers crossed we’ll still spot these gorgeous cans around the Magic City. Image: Instagram
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee
Location: Homewood
Years in business: 2
While Bitty & Beau’s technically closed in the spring, we just had to add this special spot to our list. If you were lucky enough to pop into the Homewood cafe over its two-year run, you know great coffee was the tip of the iceberg of what made Bitty & Beau’s so beloved.
The chain’s mission statement to “change the way people see other people” is realized through hiring people with disabilities, and has earned a reputation for being “a human rights movement disguised as a coffee shop.” The inclusive cafe is renowned for its customer service, and you can still visit the other Alabama Bitty & Beau’s in Auburn.
PinWe’ll miss the smiles at Bitty & Beau’s just as much as the coffee. Image: Instagram
Thanks to all the folks who made these spots so special!
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Katie Leigh Matthews
A Birmingham native, Katie is a lifelong waterfall chaser and is passionate about the outdoors. She also loves connecting with remarkable women in the Birmingham community and bringing their stories to life. Katie has been writing professionally for over six years; you can find more of her work at Moms.com and Islands.com.
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