First look at Denim on 7th, NEW bar opening in Lakeview, July 13

Denim on 7th
(Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

A new bar is coming soon to Lakeview! Denim on 7th, located in the former Coffee Lab space at 2808 7th Avenue South, STE 105, is bringing new drinks, entertainment and—of course—denim to Lakeview.

Keep reading to learn more about Denim on 7th and how you can attend the grand opening on Monday, July 3rd!

UPDATE: Denim on 7th’s grand opening has been rescheduled to Thursday, July 13th.

Inside Denim on 7th

Denim on 7th
A wall-mounted display of denim clothes from over the years, created by local artist Faith Foster. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

To learn more about Denim on 7th, Bham Now met with a representative of CKC Holdings Group, an entrepreneurial group that owns the bar.

“We wanted to open a bar that felt like the 2023 version of Cheers—a neighborhood gathering spot where everybody knows everybody. Our name is obviously inspired by denim material. Denim is that one pair of pants that you can feel comfortable in with most situations. You can dress them up or dress them down—it’s a very versatile material. Denim on 7th is just like that—a higher-end type of atmosphere where you can come dressed up or dressed as you are.”

CKC Holdings Group, Denim on 7th
Denim on 7th
(Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

With Denim on 7th, CKC Holdings Group wanted to bring a higher-end cocktail bar to the Lakeview Entertainment District—perfect for date night, a girl’s night out, a birthday celebration or anything in-between.

“Craft cocktails and wines will be our speciality. We won’t have bartenders at Denim on 7th, we’ll have mixologists. We’ll have your standard cocktails as well as 15 to 20 niche, ‘Instagram worthy’ speciality cocktails. Plus, we’ll have a nice selection of wines for guests to choose from.”

CKC Holdings Group, Denim on 7th

Denim from Floor to Ceiling

Denim on 7th
(Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

CKC Holdings Group has paid homage to Denim on 7th’s name by decking out the bar in denim. In fact, even the couch cushions are denim! However, the most eye-catching piece of decor is the denim wall that you see as soon as you walk in.

“While I’m not a designer, I had a specific vision in mind for the space. As soon as we came up with the denim concept, I knew for a fact that I wanted a denim wall. We commissioned local artist Faith Foster to bring the denim wall to life, and she is about 95% finished with the display.”

CKC Holdings Group, Denim on 7th
Denim on 7th
Breathtaking art behind the bar in Denim on 7th. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

In addition to the main gathering space, Denim on 7th will have a wine cellar / VIP room. Separated via a glass panel wall, the VIP room will have a wall of wine and can be rented out for special events, such as birthday celebrations.

BONUS: Denim on 7th will offer complimentary valet service on Thursdays and Fridays so guests don’t have to worry about finding parking.

Attend Denim on 7th’s grand opening on Monday, July 3rd

Denim on 7th
(Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

Denim on 7th is less than a month away from opening. They plan to open their doors with an exciting grand opening night on Monday, July 3rd—and you’re invited!

Planning to check out Denim on 7th during their grand opening on July 3rd? Tag us @bhamnow on Instagram with your photos from the night!

Nathan Watson
Nathan Watson

Senior Content Producer + Photographer

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