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"At 5303 Charlotte Avenue, this long-delayed spot opens as a laid-back option for pub food, craft beers, and spirits, scheduled to start pouring at 11 a.m. on Friday, February 22. The dive-style bar offers 32 beers on draft and a full bar, with a specialty cocktail menu reportedly in the works. Owned by Hardy Ross (co-owner of the longstanding Broadway Brewhouse bars) and his wife Elisabeth, the team aimed for a “wood and casual” renovation of the space formerly occupied by Bajo Sexto. The no-frills opening lineup, developed with input from Ed Arace, head chef at the multiple Brewhouses, includes sandwiches, appetizers (wings), and salads starting at $6.99. The owners originally hoped to debut last summer and posted updates about delays on Facebook; current hours are Sunday–Thursday 11 a.m.–11 p.m. and Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–midnight." - Tierney Plumb