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  • An all-day coffee + cocktail bar is coming soon to Plaza Midwood. What to know

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    Grab your morning coffee or enjoy a drink with friends at a new bar concept coming soon to Charlotte.

    Plot Twist, an all-day coffee and cocktail bar, will set up shop near Trope Bookshop and Wiloe Home & Gift in Plaza Midwood, according to a news release sent to CharlotteFive.

    The bar is slated to open in April 2026, though an official date hasn’t been announced.

    “We’re flipping the script on everything you thought a coffee shop or a bar could be,” founder Nikki Velazquez wrote on Instagram.

    A full-length shot of a person with long dark hair, wearing a white hard hat, a black long-sleeved shirt, and ripped blue jeans, standing on a pile of dirt inside a room under construction, holding a shovel with one hand and smiling enthusiastically. The person is draped in a string of large, colorful Christmas lights that wrap around the torso and trail down onto the dirt. The background shows unfinished white walls with patches of brown plaster.
    Nikki Velazquez and her fiancé, Eric Flanigan, are opening Plot Twist, an all-day coffee and cocktail bar in Plaza Midwood. Courtesy of NiceDay

    Velazquez, a seasoned hospitality professional, will run Plot Twist alongside her fiancé and business partner, Eric Flanigan, according to the release. She’s had a hand in launching concepts including Charlotte Beer Garden and, more recently, Tipsy Pickle.

    Plot Twist marks her latest venture and first owner-operated concept.

    Once an old auto shop, the space will be transformed into “a flexible third space that works just as well for daytime coffee and remote working as it does for casual evenings with friends,” the release said. Beyond morning brews, customers can sip on cocktails, mocktails, seltzers and THC drinks.

    The interior of an unfinished industrial space featuring three large glass garage doors and a central glass entry door. Sunlight streams through the panes, casting long, geometric shadows across a raw concrete floor.
    Housed in a former auto shop, Plot Twist can seat up to 50 people inside and 30 on the outdoor patio. NiceDay

    Customers can look forward to beverages made with house-made syrups, seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients. Light bites including nuts and chips will also be available.

    The 1,627-square-foot bar can seat up to 50 people, plus an additional 30 on the outdoor patio.

    A dimly lit, modern bar featuring a long dark wood counter lined with chartreuse green velvet stools. Behind the bar, two white grid-style shelves flank a large, ornate gold-framed painting centered on a dark charcoal wall.
    Plot Twist, a woman-owned coffee and cocktail bar, is opening soon in Plaza Midwood. This rendering shows off the expected style of the bar. Chastaine & Company, courtesy of NiceDay.=

    Cuisine: Coffee, cocktails + mocktails

    Instagram: @plottwistclt

    This story was originally published January 22, 2026 at 9:41 AM.

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    Tanasia Kenney

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    Tanasia is a service journalism reporter at the Charlotte Observer | CharlotteFive, working remotely from Atlanta, Georgia. She covers restaurant openings/closings in Charlotte and statewide explainers for the NC Service Journalism team. She’s been with McClatchy since 2020.

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  • See inside: Bar with retro games and ‘neon vibes’ opens in Charlotte on Halloween

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    A pair of Ice Ball Skee-Ball arcade machines glows with vibrant pink and blue neon lights in a dark area of the establishment. The classic alley-roller games are ready for players, standing next to an ATM and other arcade cabinets.

    At Foo Bar, customers will find a mix of modern and retro arcade games, including Skee Ball.

    Foo Bar

    There’s a new “bar-cade” in South End Charlotte, and it promises to level up your next game night.

    Foo Bar invited guests to don their best Halloween costumes ahead of its grand opening Friday night, Oct. 31, in the AvidXChange Music Factory, next door to The Comedy Zone.

    The new venue promises retro arcade games, craft cocktails and neon vibes for “the ultimate mash-up of nostalgia and nightlife,” according to an Instagram post.

    A wide interior shot shows a lively arcade bar with a crowd of people socializing near a central bar and high-top tables. The space features an industrial aesthetic with exposed ductwork, a wood-plank ceiling, metal support beams, and pinball machines visible in the background.
    Foo Bar is now open at AvidXChange Music Factory in Charlotte, offering a full service cocktail bar in a nostalgic arcade setting. Foo Bar

    Plus, there’s a costume contest at 8 p.m. with a cash prize for the funniest getup on opening night.

    “Come ready to play, party, and maybe take home $500 for your hilarious costume!”

    A father and young daughter are fully engaged in playing a Centipede-themed arcade game together. The girl sits on a spotted mushroom stool, while the father has a backpack on, with the bright blue machine and large screen dominating the center of the frame.
    Foo Bar, a new arcade-style bar in South End Charlotte, promises “the ultimate mash-up of nostalgia and nightlife.” Foo Bar

    What to expect

    Foo Bar will have a full-service bar featuring a rotating selection of local beers, plus and assortment of wines and cocktails, according to its website. There was no menu posted online, however.

    A pair of Ice Ball Skee-Ball arcade machines glows with vibrant pink and blue neon lights in a dark area of the establishment. The classic alley-roller games are ready for players, standing next to an ATM and other arcade cabinets.
    At Foo Bar, customers will find a mix of modern and retro arcade games, including Skee Ball. Foo Bar

    Guests looking to relive their childhood days at the arcade can enjoy a dozen pinball machines, racing games, air hockey, Skee Ball and Guitar Hero, just to name a few. Popular games like Pac-Man Battle Royale and Street Fighter are also available.

    “No sticky floors or watered-down drinks here — Foo Bar is all about keeping the vibes high and laughter heard all around,” the venue’s website says.

    A comfortable lounge area features a large, curving, blue sectional sofa arranged around a circular wooden coffee table. The seating area is set on a patterned red rug and accented by hanging globe lights, exposed brick walls, and tall plants.
    “With a mix of today’s latest arcade games, retro arcade games, a premium cocktail program, and dare we say, a sarcastically bougie atmosphere, Foo Bar sets itself apart from other gaming venues,” the venue’s website says. Foo Bar

    All ages are welcome Saturdays and Sundays from noon-5 p.m.

    The bar is 21 and up all other times, and a parent or chaperone is required for anyone under 18.

    Foo Bar

    Location: 900 NC Music Factory Blvd, Suite B4, Charlotte, NC 28206

    Cuisine: Craft cocktails, beer and wine

    Instagram: @foobarclt

    Two brightly colored MotoGP motorcycle racing arcade machines stand side-by-side in the dimly lit venue. The games feature checkered platforms and glowing red and green neon accents, with the screens showing a first-person view of a racetrack.
    MotoGP is one of several games customers will find at Charlotte’s new arcade-style bar, Foo Bar. Foo Bar

    This story was originally published October 31, 2025 at 1:45 PM.

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    Tanasia Kenney

    Sun Herald

    Tanasia is a service journalism reporter at the Charlotte Observer | CharlotteFive, working remotely from Atlanta, Georgia. She covers restaurant openings/closings in Charlotte and statewide explainers for the NC Service Journalism team. She’s been with McClatchy since 2020.

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  • The White Rabbit Bar Opening Second Location in Prescott, AZ

    The White Rabbit Bar Opening Second Location in Prescott, AZ

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    Jan 18, 2023 09:00 MST


    PRESCOTT, Ariz., January 18, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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    Fans of The White Rabbit Speakeasy in Gilbert, AZ will be excited to hear that a second location is set to open in Prescott, AZ. The speakeasy will be located at the historic Grand Highland Hotel on Whiskey Row. The boutique hotel was recently purchased by Medina Hospitality in late 2021.

    The White Rabbit in Prescott will maintain the same concept and feel as its Gilbert location, while paying homage to the city’s storied history on Whiskey Row. The décor and theme of the new speakeasy will reflect the rich heritage of the area and will feature a wall dedicated to displaying historical pictures of Whiskey Row and its residents.

    Prescott residents are encouraged to get involved in the creation of the new speakeasy by submitting black and white photos of past relatives or historical photos for display at the bar. This is a great opportunity for the community to showcase their connection to the city’s past and contribute to the creation of a unique and memorable experience for visitors.

    The White Rabbit in Prescott is set to open in the summer of 2024. Stay tuned for more details on the grand opening and events leading up to it.

    To signup for updates and to join the White Rabbit VIP list, visit http://www.twr.bar/prescott 

    About Medina Hospitality

    Medina Hospitality was founded by Nick & Sara Medina. Their first concept, the White Rabbit Bar, was opened in downtown Gilbert in 2018.  Medina Hospitality was created with the idea that hospitality should not be turnkey or formula. Their passion comes from inspiration of providing guests with something special and unique. To learn more about Medina Hospitality, visit them at http://www.medinahospitality.com 

    Source: Medina Hospitality

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