8 new businesses coming soon to Florence

This year, Florence has been booming with new businesses—and they’re not done yet. Keep reading for eight new spots coming soon to the Shoals.

The coming-soon Florence businesses

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The new spots include well-known eateries like Chipotle and Waffle House, plus a hotel and an indoor golf spot.

1. Chipotle Mexican Grill—311 Cox Creek Pkwy, Florence, AL 35630
2. Waffle House—2620 Cloverdale Rd, Florence, AL 35633
3. So Smoothie—2701 Mall Rd, Florence, AL 35630
4. Bongo’s Bar & Mexican Grill—1420 Huntsville Rd, Florence, AL 35630
5. Hwy 55—3150 Cloverdale Rd, Florence, AL 35633
6. Scooter’s Coffee—2917 Florence Blvd, Florence, AL 35634
7. Tee’d Up Indoor Golf—149 Cox Crk Pkwy S, Florence, AL 35630
8. Fairfield Inn & Towneplace Suites by Marriott—Florence Blvd, Florence, AL

Other recent openings in Florence

On top of all those coming-soon spots, Florence has also welcomed several local, unique spots this fall.

Cypress Row recently opened in the former Struts on Pine location, serving up comforting, classic Southern favorites.

A popular Florence restaurant, El Pollito, recently opened a new, faster way to grab their Mexican cuisine.

While the physical store won’t be open until early 2024, Court Street Books is up and running online.

Finally, a 70s and 80s-inspired theatre in Florence, Alabama has gotten new life with the opening of Up Late at Vivian Theatre, a new cocktail bar, dance club and venue for concerts and events.

We can’t wait to welcome even more businesses to this beautiful North Alabama area.

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