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South End lounge with firepits and one of the area’s best patios along the Rail Trail. Featured by Eater and Axios; the menu mixes playful signatures with well‑made classics.
Creative cocktails, speakeasy vibes, and a massive patio
118 E Kingston Ave suite 110, Charlotte, NC 28203 Get directions
$10–20
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