Just Opened - August 2023
Hello, August! There are only four months left in 2023, so let’s make them all count by supporting these newly opened businesses!
by Allie Papajohn Aug 24, 2023
Food & Drink
Bossy Beulah’s
Area: Fort Mill
Hours: Daily, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Now you can enjoy this local Charlotte restaurant right over in South Carolina. The menu may be simple, with fried chicken sandwiches, wings and nuggets, but every item packs a flavorful punch. This family-friendly spot has outdoor seating, and the kids will love ending their meals with a soft-serve cone.
EDEN of Plaza
Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood
Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 5 p.m.-2 a.m.; Saturday, 2 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.-11 p.m.; Closed Monday.
This new, luxurious lounge and bar is now open in the former Peculiar Rabbit spot. Guests can enjoy craft cocktails and a food menu of small plates and desserts. Visiting with a crew? Try one of the shareable cocktails, available for parties of two, four or six. VIP reservations are available online on select dates and times.
Livy’s Neapolitan Pizzeria
Area: Concord
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Along with the location at Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts, you can now enjoy this Neapolitan pizza in Concord, too. Gibson Mill Market, a locally sourced food hall, is now home to the second Livy’s location. Guests love the creative pizzas and small plate offerings. Check Livy’s Instagram to stay up to date on the pizza of the month.
Mama Katie’s
Area: Mooresville
Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; Closed Monday.
When the owners of Black Eye’d Pea restaurant wanted to retire, their friends Antonio and Katie Reyes, who also own El Cerro Reyes and 3 Reyes Mexican Restaurant in Mooresville, jumped in to open a new concept in its place. Mama Katie’s takes a different approach from the other spots with a menu of sandwiches, salads and all-day breakfast. The dishes and recipes are the same as those from Black Eye’d Pea with a few additions, like gluten-free options.
Phat Burrito
Neighborhood: LoSo
Hours: Daily, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Remember this South End gem? It closed nearly six years ago, but now it’s back open in a quickly developing neighborhood. Fans will be pleased to know that Phat Burrito still offers giant, overstuffed burritos made with the same recipes as before. Want to branch out? Try the tacos, quesadillas or salads instead.
Puerta
Neighborhood: Elizabeth
Hours: Sunday-Tuesday, 5 p.m.-midnight; Wednesday-Saturday, 5 p.m.-2 a.m.
1957 Hospitality Group, which includes The Crunkleton, Rosemont Market and Wine Bar and Cheat’s Cheesesteak Parlor, now has a new concept under its belt. Puerta’s Mexican-inspired menu offers tacos, handmade tortillas, salsas and desserts. The drink menu features plenty of tequila and mezcal varieties in several margarita flavors, including a frozen option.
Resident Culture Brewing Co.
Neighborhood: Uptown
Hours: Monday-Thursday, noon-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, noon-10 p.m.; Sunday, noon- 8 p.m.
This locally owned brewery has a new spot at The Market at 7th Street, formerly held by Tank’s Tap. Choose from 12 beers on tap plus canned beer and frozen margaritas. The brewery owners plan to open a larger space in the market sometime next year.
Sixty Vines
Neighborhood: South End
Hours: Monday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
This Texas-based concept has made Charlotte its first North Carolina home. Inside, you’ll find 60 wines on tap plus cocktails and other boozy and non-alcoholic drinks. Hungry? Stay for the wood-fired pizza pies, shareable plates and charcuterie boards.
The Conspiracy
Neighborhood: Uptown
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 4 p.m.-midnight; Closed Sunday-Monday.
Northwood Ravin, a luxury apartment management company, has opened its first public bar featuring cocktails with conspiracy-themed names and low-lit speakeasy vibes. Patrons can also snack on small plates like goat cheese and pesto dip, chicken meatballs and Cuban sliders. Grab a seat at the bar or settle into a cozy booth when you arrive.
Things to Do
OldNews Vintage
Neighborhood: NoDa
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
This popular vintage apparel store now has a new home just down the street from its original location. The shop holds all kinds of vintage treasures, from t-shirts and hats to jackets and jerseys. Got a few throwbacks of your own? OldNews offers buying, selling and trading options, too.
Seed to Soul
Neighborhood: LoSo
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Stock up on your high-end cannabis products at this new shop. Owner Suhail Thaker, originally from Los Angeles, has 13 years of experience in the industry and is proud to provide a “West Coast-inspired dispensary” to the Queen City. On the shelves, you’ll find Delta-8, Delta-9 and CBD products, plus edibles, beverages and vapes.
The Shoedio
Neighborhood: South End
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 p.m.; Closed Monday.
Rock the coolest kicks with your own pair of custom shoes from this new brick-and-mortar store. Patrons can order a custom design or take part in DIY workshops to create their own. You may even spot athletes rocking shoes from The Shoedio.
