Popular Birmingham Restaurant Opens in Gardendale

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The Filling Station, a beloved local restaurant known for its pizzas, pastas, and sandwiches, has officially opened a new location in Gardendale, Alabama. The restaurant, which first opened in the Crestwood neighborhood of Birmingham in 2015, is now bringing its popular Italian-inspired menu and lively atmosphere to the nearby suburb.

Why it matters

The expansion of The Filling Station to Gardendale represents the continued growth and popularity of the restaurant, which has become a fixture in the Birmingham dining scene. The new location will provide residents of Gardendale and the surrounding areas with access to the restaurant's acclaimed cuisine and community-focused experience.

The details

The new Filling Station restaurant is located at 250 City Street in Gardendale. It opened with a soft launch over the weekend and made its official debut on Tuesday, February 24th. The Gardendale location will offer the same menu of pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, and other Italian favorites that have made the original Crestwood restaurant a local favorite. It will also feature the Crestwood location's popular outdoor patio dining, live music, and pet-friendly atmosphere.

• The Filling Station first opened its original location in the Crestwood neighborhood of Birmingham in 2015.
• The new Gardendale location held a soft opening over the weekend of February 22-23, 2026.
• The Gardendale restaurant made its official debut on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.