New upscale ‘sneakeasy’ cocktail lounge coming to Charlotte soon. Here’s what to expect.

Charlotte is home to several speakeasies around the city, but now a new “sneakeasy” is opening soon.

SNEAK, a sophisticated cocktail lounge, will be coming to the Elizabeth neighborhood in just a few weeks, as first reported by Charlotte Business Journal.

Designed to be more of a “sneakeasy,” the team says the mission is about “preserving the speakeasy’s mystery, but offering a more relaxed, accessible vibe resembling a lounge.”

“Nestled in the charming Elizabeth neighborhood, SNEAK is an extraordinary find, offering a delightful twist on classic cocktails alongside our unique signature creations,” the cocktail lounge’s website says.

“Upon stepping inside, prepare to be embraced by an intimate yet elegant ambiance that exudes just the right amount of vibrancy to match the atmosphere you seek. Adding to the experience, we’ve curated various custom and themed playlists infusing our space with an electrifying energy.”

In the beginning, the team’s goal wasn’t to open a “sneakeasy.” Team members originally had plans of opening a deli and cocktail concept, and later a sneaker lounge. But that vision evolved into what’s to come as SNEAK, a spot they hope will become a beloved nightlife spot in the city.

“I thought we’d do something a little bit more different, something a little bit more fun, something with more energy to it,” managing partner Jamil Whitlow told CharlotteFive. “It’s a concept that has all the components — a lot of the components — of a speakeasy with a high energy lounge.”

Once opened, SNEAK — which will be nestled next to Bang Bang Burgers — will have a full bar with a menu of 10 signature cocktails, beer, wine and nonalcoholic drinks, along with bar bites, too.

“I think people will really gravitate toward what we’re really trying to bring to the market,” Whitlow shared. “Our goal is to compliment what’s already kind of existing … and bring our own flavor to the Elizabeth market.”

An official opening date has yet to be announced, but the team expects it’ll be within the next few weeks.

SNEAK

Location: Pecan Point, 2001 East 7th Street STE F, Charlotte, NC 28204

Instagram: @sneakclt

This story was originally published March 21, 2024, 3:10 PM.