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 Friday, April 5.
As first reported by Charlotte Business Journal, it’s designed to be more of a “sneakeasy,” with a mission focused on “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 signature cocktails, beer, wine and nonalcoholic drinks, along with bar bites too, including caviar and fresh focaccia with jam from Sunflour Baking Company.
“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.”
SNEAK
Location: Pecan Point, 2001 East 7th Street STE F, Charlotte, NC 28204
Instagram: @sneakclt
This story was originally published March 21, 2024 at 3:10 PM with the headline "New upscale ‘sneakeasy’ cocktail lounge coming to Charlotte soon. Here’s what to expect.."
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