NoDa is getting a fresh spot to sip. Mixologist Larry Suggs is bringing All Purpose Bar to the neighborhood, taking over the former Protagonist Beer storefront at 3123 North Davidson Street, Suite 104. The compact, roughly 1,700-square-foot bar is set to pour both cocktails and nonalcoholic drinks, with an easygoing East Coast-style neighborhood vibe. There is no firm opening date yet, but the All Purpose Bar site shows the team is already hiring as it preps the space.
What the Filings Show and Who’s Behind It
An ABC filing lists Suggs as the contact for All Purpose Bar at the NoDa unit, according to What Now Charlotte. That same reporting pegs the concept at around 1,700 square feet and notes it will lean on East Coast bar traditions while still making room for nonalcoholic options.
A Familiar NoDa Storefront
Longtime NoDa regulars will know the address. The space has seen several hospitality tenants over the years, most recently Protagonist Beer, which moved to a larger location and left the original NoDa footprint open for new ideas. Earlier coverage from Axios on Protagonist’s relocation helps explain how this particular corner became available again.
Hiring, Menu Hints and the Vibe
The All Purpose Bar landing page is already advertising open positions, a clear signal that the team is staffing up ahead of its buildout and launch. The project is being framed as a neighborhood cocktail bar with an inclusive beverage list that balances classic cocktails and nonalcoholic options, according to local reporting and the operator’s web presence. In other words, it is aiming to be the kind of spot where your martini drinker and your zero-proof friend can actually hang out together.
How APB Fits Charlotte’s Expansion
All Purpose Bar joins a long list of bars and restaurants announced for Charlotte in 2026, as the city’s food and drink scene keeps spreading across NoDa, Plaza Midwood and South End. Local roundups tracking upcoming openings have already flagged APB as one to watch, reflecting a broader move toward smaller cocktail concepts slipping into neighborhood storefronts. Yahoo/CharlotteFive has been cataloguing many of the city’s 2026 debuts.
When We’ll Know More
For now, there is no public timeline for a grand opening, and local outlets report that the operator has not released a schedule. Expect details to trickle out as licensing progresses and the buildout moves along. The hiring page on the All Purpose Bar site remains the best bet for near-term updates, with job postings now and likely menu details, opening dates and event news to follow.
