Three people walking and chatting on a sidewalk in a park-like setting with trees and bushes.
Two women talking in a flower shop with shelves of colorful flowers and plants around them.
Aerial view of outdoor market with street tents, people, and brick buildings with downtown skyline in the background.
Table with two plates of food and two drinks, one person peeling a fruit and another person reaching for their drink, brick wall background.
People sitting and socializing in a cozy, rustic cafe with brick walls, large windows, and warm lighting.
Table with two cocktails, a green one with lime and mint, and an orange one with orange slice; plates of food including salad, roasted potatoes, and baked dish; in a room with patterned pillows and a yellow couch.
Line drawing of a person hunched over, holding their head, with red blood dripping from their arm, suggesting pain or injury.
Two women at an airport, one holding shopping bags and the other with a purse, standing in front of an airport customs and security sign.
Cartoon image of a black cat wearing a red collar with a bell, sitting at a table with a plate of food, a glass of wine, and a bowl of green peas.

OPEN UP TO

Birmingham’s Historic
Design District Reforged

Welcome to Pepper Place, a gathering of historic warehouses restored and reimagined as a walking district brimming with restaurants, retail, and well-stocked rare finds.

EVENTS

Happenings hosted by us and
across all our places.

Featured
The Women of Pepper Place
Mar 1
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The Women of Pepper Place
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In honor of Women’s History Month, a look at the women behind Pepper Place. The visionaries, business owners, and creatives who help shape our district every day.

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Our Gift & Dining Guide
Mar 15
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Our Gift & Dining Guide
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A guide to gathering well. Explore Pepper Place’s favorite places to shop, dine, and find meaningful gifts, all thoughtfully curated to inspire everyday moments.

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The Place for Design
Apr 1
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The Place for Design
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Design, thoughtfully layered. Explore Pepper Place, a historic design district reforged, where materials, craftsmanship, and creativity come together to shape beautiful spaces.

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As Featured In

  • Black background with white text reading 'GARDEN&GUN'.
  • Black and white sign with the word "EATER" in bold uppercase letters.
  • Black background with white text saying "FOOD & WINE"
  • Condé Nast Traveler logo in white text on a black background
  • Text that says 'bon appétit' on a black background.
  • Black background with white text reading "Southern Living."
  • Cover of The Michelin Guide with a black background, white text, and a small flower symbol at the top.

 Restaurants, retail, provisions and pathmakers

 

01

Local Businesses

Find what you need and support someone’s dream at one of our hardworking Alabama-born businesses.

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02

Food & Drink

Coffee, sandwiches, and ice cream on one end, James Beard award-winning restaurants with a Michelin nod on the other.

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03

Shopping

Clothing, boutiques, flowers, home goods, art, and gifts from local gems and a few favorite national brands.

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Saturday is Market Day
at Pepper Place

Since 2000, we’ve hosted the region’s greatest spread of Alabama-only produce and handmade goods at our weekly market. During peak season, the market hosts up to 85 tents every Saturday from 7 am to 12 pm, rain or shine.

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History

A Story Of Resilience

Pepper Place as we know it began in 1988 with the purchase and redevelopment of the old Dr. Pepper syrup plant and bottling facility, but the story goes all the way back to the Great Depression.

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GETTING HERE

Where Birmingham Gathers

Our parking is free and plenty, but check out our Find Us page for more info on parking locations, Jones Valley trail access, hours, and FAQs.

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