Charlotte’s nightlife scene heats up with new, unique bar concepts

Charlotte Observer
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Charlotte’s nightlife scene is transforming with a surge of innovative bar concepts that cater to diverse preferences. VINYL, which opened in 2022, is a trendsetter, with its distinctive fusion of elevated bites, inventive cocktails, and vibrant nightly music. Newcomers such as Eighty Eights and Folia are expanding the city’s nightlife offerings by blending coffee culture with jazz and introducing the lush sophistication of Miami-inspired décor and cocktails. These new additions continue to redefine and enhance Charlotte’s nightlife, providing both locals and visitors with unique and memorable experiences.

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Inside Folia, a cocktail lounge in South End.
Inside Folia, a cocktail lounge in South End.

No. 1: A look at the newest Miami-inspired cocktail lounge joining Charlotte’s nightlife scene

The new bar, led by Built on Hospitality, offers sophisticated, seasonal cocktails and small bites. | Published October 8, 2024 | Read Full Story by Chyna Blackmon

You can listen to a DJ drop beats while you eat gastropub-style bites at VINYL.
You can listen to a DJ drop beats while you eat gastropub-style bites at VINYL.

No. 2: New elevated bites, fresh cocktails + nightly music await in South End Charlotte

If it’s been awhile since you visited this bar and restaurant, check out what’s new before you go. | Published September 17, 2024 | Read Full Story by Heidi Finley

Cocktails (including espresso martini flights), wine and beer are on the menu at Eighty Eights.
Cocktails (including espresso martini flights), wine and beer are on the menu at Eighty Eights.

No. 3: New music lounge will be a coffee haven by day, cocktail and jazz destination by night.

A new bar for coffee, cocktails and jazz music called Eighty Eights Coffee + Cocktails has opened near Independent Picture House in Charlotte. | Published September 23, 2024 | Read Full Story by CharlotteFive staff

Under bar lighting adds to the ambiance at Albertine in uptown Charlotte.
Under bar lighting adds to the ambiance at Albertine in uptown Charlotte.

No. 4: Uptown Charlotte’s newest restaurant gives a special nod to the city’s history

Named and designed in honor of Queen Charlotte’s history, you can expect an elegant atmosphere, fine dining service and elevated flavors if you choose to spend an evening here. | Published September 18, 2024 | Read Full Story by Chyna Blackmon

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists in our News division.

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