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Chipotle will open its first Cleveland County location in Shelby on Tuesday, June 23, bringing a Chipotlane pickup lane and indoor seating to East Dixon Boulevard.
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Mecklenburg County inspectors gave Irie Nation an 83.5% B grade on June 17 after finding rusted shelving, food debris in sinks and no certified manager. The spot will remain on the county’s reinspection schedule.
No Proof opens June 20 in South End, splitting one storefront into a high-energy bar and a speakeasy-style cocktail room. Expect DJs, a small themed menu and semi-private lounges.
Provided Coffee will shutter its NoDa café this Sunday; the company cites 'changes to our building' and plans to move staff to the Concord shop and the mobile cart.
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