All Panthers and alcohol fans who are over the crowds at South End Station, REJOICE, because Hoppin’ is coming to South End and it has all the potential to become the newest 'THERSday tailgating spot. The business is Co-Owned by one of the co-owners of Two Scoops Creamery, Rich Moyer, which means we can expect AMAZING things to come from this new concept. Projected to open in early-mid November, Hoppin’ is about to bring beer to Charlotte like we’ve never had it before, along with so many other wonderful features that will make for a favorite “go-to” spot

So, what makes this future business perfect for tailgating? There are many reasons supporting this claim:

1. Proximity/Location: Hoppin’ is located at 1402 Winnifred St., behind District Flats Apartments and less than 2 miles from Bank of America Stadium. That means less than 2 miles for you to have to trek in order to see the Panthers playing live or try to scalp tickets outside of the stadium. They are also located right next to a tailgating spot, so if you typically tailgate on Winnifred, running out of alcohol will no longer be a threat.

2. Size: The space was once a photography studio and measures 4600 sq. ft. with 1500 sq. ft. making up the upstairs loft and 3100 sq. ft. making up the downstairs.

3. Seating: There will be a variety of seating options. From high tops, to couches, to armchairs, to picnic tables, to even a table that comes equipped with USB charging stations.

4.Charging Stations: Afraid your phone will die before you can call an Uber? Use one of their USB charging stations to charge up before heading home or to another bar.

5.Patios: The space will have garage-style doors that open up onto a ground patio to allow for more seating and standing space, as well as a small rooftop patio with views of the city.

6.Outdoor Fireplace: For colder weather nights, you can huddle around the outdoor fireplace until your beer jacket settles in.

7. SELF-SERVE BEER : Using iPourit technology, Hoppin’ will allow its customers to self-serve from a selection of 62 taps using a wristband that will connect to your credit card and charge based on every 1/10 of an ounce poured.

8. Alcoholic Variety: Of the 62 taps, 47 of those will be local and regional beer selections, 12 being wine taps and the rest being rose options, and even cold brew coffee.

9. A Nod to the Classics: Not a fan of craft beer? Do not fret. There will be classic domestics such as Corona and Bud Light on tap.

10. Safety Precautions: Worried you will be overwhelmed by all the beer and end up drinking too much before the game? Worry no longer. 32oz is the max you can purchase on a wristband at a time for monitoring and regulation. Note: This is only a guarantee if you know that you can handle 32 oz. of alcohol, don’t over-pregame, or pair your drinking with eating

11. Food!: Adjacent to Hoppin’ is the Food Truck, Twisted Eats’ main location/office. The owner has agreed to collab with the new beer garden and create a menu of 8-10 small items for purchase. If you haven’t already tried Twisted Eats, you need to ASAP. Everything is amazin.

12. Activities: The space will be equipped with the drinking essentials. Darts and Cornhole. Start warming up your throwing arm/

13. TVs: Kind of essential when it comes to watching games. While these won’t be installed right away, three 75” TVs are in the plans to be added both indoors and out.

14. Other reasons to go besides football: Not a fan of football? That’s cool, me neither. On regular nights, bands will perform live music and all the features mentioned above will still be available, just without people yelling about flea flickers and flags on plays.

****Even better news, Hoppin’ is already planning to open a new location in NoDa. The other location will be in a approx. 5000 sq. ft. space under a new apartment complex that is projected to be completed at the end of 2019.





Keep checking back for updated pictures of the space! Coming soon!