Culinary Dropout opened Wednesday, Nov. 4, at The Bowl in Ballantyne, according to GoBallantyne’s opening announcement.

The two-story gastropub is at 15220 Bowl St., Suite 101, across from TD Amp. GoBallantyne describes nearly 10,000 square feet of dining and entertainment space, with an open kitchen, indoor and rooftop bars, patio seating, private dining and a live music stage.

The Fox Restaurant Concepts brand now has two Charlotte-area locations, including its South End restaurant. The new location adds another dining and entertainment option to The Bowl.

Food, music and weekend brunch

The opening announcement highlights soft pretzels with provolone fondue, BBQ carnitas nachos, 36-hour pork ribs, burgers and sushi, along with cocktails and local craft beer. The restaurant also plans live music.

Weekend brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., according to Culinary Dropout’s Ballantyne location page.

The restaurant lists regular hours of 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to midnight Friday; 10 a.m. to midnight Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.

The operator lists Thanksgiving as closed, with special hours of 10 a.m. to midnight Friday, Nov. 27. Diners should check the location page for changes before visiting.

Menus, live music information and a reservation link are available on the restaurant’s official page. The Ballantyne location’s phone number is 980-550-1449.