BEST PRE-GAME HANGOUT DOWNTOWN
COURTYARD HOOLIGANS
Staff Pick
Before entering the grand arenas of Charlotte, start your party more intimately in this low-key sports pub. After sampling the diverse import and craft beer selection, it doesn’t hurt that this venue is within stumbling distance of the Bank of America Stadium.
140 Brevard Court
704-376-2238
www.courtyardhooligans.com
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- BEST CARIBBEAN
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Media
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