Birmingham, September 25, 2025
News Summary
Birmingham’s culinary scene is set to welcome Encore Rouge, a Southern and Cajun-inspired street food restaurant, as it relocates to a new 3,200-square-foot space in the Two North 20th Building. Known for its popular dishes like Bourbon Street Shrimp and Bayou Burgers, Encore Rouge aims to enhance the dining experience in the city. The restaurant’s new location is expected to bring exciting changes to Birmingham’s diverse food landscape, reflecting a growing trend towards casual dining. The timeline for the move has yet to be revealed.
Birmingham will soon welcome a new location for Encore Rouge, a Southern and Cajun-inspired street food restaurant. The restaurant is relocating to a 3,200-square-foot space on the ground floor of the Two North 20th Building, an office tower in the city. This transition signifies a strategic move to enhance the dining experience within Birmingham’s vibrant restaurant scene.
Encore Rouge initially opened its original location on Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard South in 2022. The restaurant is celebrated for its popular menu offerings, which include Bourbon Street Shrimp, Bayou Burgers, Mom’s Famous Chicken Salad, and a variety of signature pasta dishes. As Encore Rouge prepares for its new opening, the timeline for the relocation has not yet been disclosed.
The representation for this lease involved Tika Ramchandani and Meredith Calhoun from Tessa Commercial for Encore Rouge. Meanwhile, the landlord was represented by Casey Howard and Tanner Sumners from Harbert Retail. Casey Howard, who is the executive vice president and broker for Harbert Retail, expressed enthusiasm regarding Encore Rouge’s new location, noting the restaurant’s significant positive impact on Birmingham’s food landscape.
The move to the Two North 20th Building represents a critical step in Encore Rouge’s journey. The restaurant has gained recognition since it began as a food truck, gradually evolving into a brick-and-mortar establishment. By expanding its footprint, Encore Rouge aims to bring an even more vibrant culinary experience to Birmingham, thereby enriching the area’s diverse dining options.
This relocation not only underscores Encore Rouge’s commitment to growing within Birmingham but also reflects the broader trends in the food service industry, particularly the increasing interest in casual dining experiences that encapsulate regional flavors.
As the restaurant prepares for this new chapter, community members and food enthusiasts alike are eager to see the enhancements that the new location will bring to Birmingham’s dining experience.
Summary of Key Facts:
- Restaurant: Encore Rouge
- Type: Southern and Cajun-inspired street food
- New Location: Two North 20th Building
- Size: 3,200 square feet
- Current Location: Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard South
- Opened: 2022
- Notable Menu Items: Bourbon Street Shrimp, Bayou Burgers, Mom’s Famous Chicken Salad, signature pasta dishes
- Representatives: Tika Ramchandani & Meredith Calhoun (Encore Rouge), Casey Howard & Tanner Sumners (landlord)
FAQ
Where is Encore Rouge relocating?
Encore Rouge is relocating to a 3,200-square-foot space on the ground floor of the Two North 20th Building.
What type of cuisine does Encore Rouge serve?
Encore Rouge is a Southern and Cajun-inspired street food restaurant.
When did Encore Rouge originally open?
Encore Rouge originally opened its current location on Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard South in 2022.
Who represented Encore Rouge in the lease?
Tika Ramchandani and Meredith Calhoun from Tessa Commercial represented Encore Rouge in the lease.
Key Features of Encore Rouge Relocation
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| New Location | Two North 20th Building |
| Square Footage | 3,200 square feet |
| Cuisine Type | Southern and Cajun-inspired street food |
| Original Location | Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard South |
| Opened | 2022 |
| Menu Highlights | Bourbon Street Shrimp, Bayou Burgers, Mom’s Famous Chicken Salad |
| Lease Representation | Tika Ramchandani & Meredith Calhoun (Encore Rouge), Casey Howard & Tanner Sumners (landlord) |
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Additional Resources
- Bham Now: Popular Local Restaurant Relocating
- Wikipedia: Birmingham, Alabama
- AL.com: Birmingham Street Food Restaurant Moving
- Google Search: Southern and Cajun cuisine
- Bham Now: Encore Rouge Scores
- Google Scholar: Birmingham food trends
- OTMJ: Encore Rouge
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Southern cuisine
- Bham Now: Encore Rouge Grand Opening
- Google News: food service industry trends
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