Aura Rooftop, perched on the 5th floor of the JW Marriott in uptown Charlotte, was ranked No. 5 on Mandoe Media’s list of the Top 10 overall best rooftop bars in the U.S. for 2025.
A Gastonia man has opened a cocktail lounge in the city's downtown. Jay Woods opened Aura Cocktail Lounge in August, offering signature cocktails and an intimate atmosphere. "I know so many people ...