Agave & Rye Closes Huntsville Restaurant Location
The restaurant chain has shuttered its doors at Bridge Street Town Centre.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Agave & Rye has officially closed its Huntsville location at Bridge Street Town Centre. The restaurant, which first opened in 2021, has disconnected its local website and ceased operations at the site.
Why it matters
The closure marks a shift in the dining landscape at Bridge Street Town Centre, as the development prepares for new national restaurant arrivals. The space previously occupied by the brand is now joined by other vacant spots currently transitioning to new occupants.
EPIC Brands, the parent company based in Covington, Kentucky, now manages 16 locations following the removal of the Huntsville site. The closest remaining restaurant for area patrons is currently located in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
The players
Agave & Rye
A restaurant chain that operates various locations across the country.
EPIC Brands
A Covington, Kentucky-based company that manages multiple restaurant locations.
Bridge Street Town Centre
A major mixed-use development located in Huntsville that hosts various retail and dining options.
The details
The restaurant stopped accepting phone calls and is now listed as unavailable on all delivery platforms. Its parent company, EPIC Brands, has removed the Huntsville location from its official list of operating restaurants.
Timeline
Agave & Rye opened its Huntsville restaurant in 2021.
North Italia is scheduled to open at the development on October 28, 2026.
Shake Shack is slated to open at the center in 2027.
Market Landscape
The exit of Agave & Rye follows a pattern of restaurant turnover at the center, matching the historical precedent of previous closures like Kona Grill and Bravo!. This shuffle highlights the ongoing competition for prime retail space as national brands continue to vie for footing in the Huntsville market.
Huntsville diners will need to travel to Chattanooga, Tennessee, for the nearest Agave & Rye location. Residents should monitor the Bridge Street Town Centre for future updates regarding the availability of the vacated space.
The takeaway
Retail hubs often see high turnover as brands enter and exit based on corporate strategy. Residents looking for new dining options can look forward to upcoming arrivals like North Italia and Shake Shack at the center.
Further reading
For more updates on local retail and dining changes, visit the Huntsville Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Al.
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