NEW BUSINESS: 6 locally-owned shops open along Alabama’s beaches in 2024

It’s no secret that Alabama’s beaches are growing quickly. Despite only making up about 50 miles of beach, the area is booming with new businesses, developments + housing opportunities.

All of this growth is happening so fast that it can be hard to keep track of all the ribbon cuttings, announcements and grand openings. That’s where we can help, with this list of six new businesses along Alabama’s beaches.

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All new businesses included in this roundup…

• Opened in 2024
• Are locally owned/operated
• Have a physical, customer-facing store with an address in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach or Fort Morgan
• Are members of either Coastal Alabama Business Association or South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce

NOTE: The chamber membership requirement is largely because of the information available to The Bama Buzz.

New businesses in Orange Beach

Oak Mountain Flooring

• Business type: A one-stop shop for flooring! From tile and laminate to hardwoods + more, the team at Oak Mountain Flooring can cover all your needs under one roof.
• Opening date: February 21
• Address: 25299 Canal Rd a3, Orange Beach, AL 36561
• Hours: Mon-Fri, 9AM-5PM | Sat, 9AM-12PM | Closed Sun.
• More info

Abide Boutique

• Business type: An adorable boutique specializing in structured statement pieces, adorable gifts + more.
• Opening date: February 29
• Address: 25747 Perdido Beach Blvd B2, Orange Beach, AL 36561
• Hours: Mon-Sat: 10AM-6PM | Sun: 12-5PM
• More info

Game Kastle

• Business type: A hobby gaming store inside The Wharf. The team there has your classics like “Warhammer” and “Dungeons + Dragons” plus newer games like “How to Do Anything” and “Cheer Up!” Their store setup, with enough room for 72 to play, is the perfect option for a rainy beach afternoon.
• Opening date: April 20
• Address: 4851 Wharf Pkwy E D-234 (2nd floor, Orange Beach, AL 36561
• Hours: Mon-Thurs, 10AM-9PM | Fri & Sat, 10AM-10PM | Sun: 12-9PM
• More info

The Orange Beach Store

• Business type: A new location for the wildly popular store, which sells all-things-Orange-Beach.
• Opening date: March 7
• Address: 25777 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
• Hours: 9AM-8PM, daily
• More info

New businesses in Gulf Shores

Nonna’s Pizzeria

• Business type: A family pizza joint with recipes straight out of Naples, Italy.
• Opening date: April 12
• Address: 1209 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
• Hours: Mon-Sat: 11AM-10PM | Closed Sun.
• More info

Beach Girl At Home Signature & Sago, A New Local Art Gallery

• Business type: An expansion on a home goods boutique and an upscale gallery space.
• Opening date: March 20
• Address: 3947 AL-59 Suite 220 + 240, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
• Hours: Mon-Fri, 10AM-6PM | Sat: 10AM-4PM
• More info

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