A popular Birmingham eatery is moving to Avondale later this year.

Jorge Castro announced today that he will be moving to the former location of Wasabi Juan’s in the later part of this year, following an agreement with Orchestra Partners.

The move should take place in September or October.

“Changes are not always the easiest but sometimes the best surprise,” Castro said. “We are so thankful to have been a part of Pepper Place, our home for the past 16 years, but couldn’t be more excited to announce that we will be moving Cantina to Avondale.”

Castro came to the U.S. in 2000 and has been active on the Birmingham restaurant scene since. His older brother Guillermo founded the original location in Lakeview. Guillermo Castro, who also owned Sol y Luna restaurant, died of a heart attack in July 2011.

Jorge said customers should stay tuned for all your Cantina favorites with “new and exciting Avondale flare.”

“We believe the Cantina brand will be the perfect match for this already vibrant, bustling neighborhood, Castro said.