Say 'hello' to these new businesses in the Rocket City, and 'farewell' to 2 more

PXL 20230223 185322066 — One of the new businesses opening this month was the latest CAVA location in Clift Farm, after the opening earlier this year of its Town Madison location. (Michael Seale/ Haville Blast)

A few new businesses opened in the Huntsville area this past week, with some eateries opening and breaking ground around town, and a couple of massage therapy businesses.

However, we had some less-than-pleasing news to report this week as well, with the announcement of two local breweries closing at the end of the month.

Say “hello” to these new businesses opening in the area:

Where are these new businesses?

1. Whataburger

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The burger chain Whataburger broke ground on their new location near MidCity, which is expected to open by the end of the year. This is the third Huntsville location for the chain.

Where: 5600 University Dr., Huntsville, AL 35806
Opening Date: TBA
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2. Hand + Stone Massage/Facial Spa

We do not have an exact opening date for Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa in Madison, but we do know that they are coming soon and giving away a chance to win free massages or facials at their grand opening event. So follow them on Facebook to find out more info!

Where: 8334-A Highway 72 W. Madison, AL 35758
Opening Date: TBA
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3. CAVA – Clift Farm

348332549 594128419560934 6453887495626610220 n — One of the new businesses that is really spreading in the area is CAVA, now open in Clift Farm. (Clift Farm)

CAVA has really expanded its footprint in the Huntsville area lately, replacing the existing Zoe’s Kitchen locations in the are as well as opening new locations in Town Madison and now Clift Farm. They serve fabulous Mediterranean food and provide excellent service.

Where: 8254 Highway 72 West Building 250, Suite B, Madison, AL, 35758
Opening Date: Now open
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4. Squeeze Massage

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The founders of Drybar have opened Squeeze, a chain of massage therapy spas across the country. A new location in MidCity is expected to open by the end of 2023.

Where: 1000 MidCity Drive, Suite 3C, Huntsville, AL 35806
Opening Date: TBA
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Closings

341330640 1402966923783628 6241718387332068989 n — Along with the new businesses, we also learned that two local breweries are closing. (Salty Nut via Facebook)

As we reported earlier today, two local craft breweries, Salty Nut Brewery and Fracral Brewing Project, are closing at the end of July. We are sad to see these popular spots go.