See inside: Bar with retro games and ‘neon vibes’ now open in Charlotte
There’s a new arcade bar 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.
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!”
What to expect
Foo Bar features a full-service bar with a rotating selection of local beers, plus and assortment of wines and cocktails, according to its website. Drink menus weren’t posted online, however.
Guests looking to relive their childhood days at the arcade can enjoy a dozen pinball machines alongside 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.
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
This story was originally published October 31, 2025 at 1:45 PM.