Meg Charity and Barrett Worthington founded modern pickleball social club Rally in 2023. Now, the two are opening up a new restaurant next door to Rally in Lower South End, according to a release. They are partnering with Andres Kaifer, who is behind Charlotte favorites like Customshop and Marina’s Tapas. The new spot is expected to open this summer.
We started Rally to foster community in Charlotte,” Worthington said in the release. “We love the social aspect of food and this restaurant will help us share our passion for cultivating community, similar to the energy felt at Rally everyday. Andres’s incredible talent and expertise alongside our personal love for Customshop made the choice to work with him clear.”
Rally features pickleball courts, a bar, cafe and ping-pong tables. The new neighborhood restaurant will be designed to add another dimension to the area, offering guests a cozy, inviting atmosphere ideal for dinner or drinks with a friend. Customers can expect a seasonal rotating menu featuring small and large plates.
“This will be a familiar place in your rotation that you can come to time and time again to enjoy your company and awesome plates while also feeling like a part of a larger collective,” Charity said in the release.
Source: https://whatnow.com/charlotte/restaurants/team-behind-rally-pickleball-concept-opening-restaurant-with-customshop-chef/