Jackalope Jacks has been contributing to the Elizabeth neighborhood's groove ever since 1994 and its new restaurant concept, The Peculiar Rabbit, will extend that vibe into the Plaza-Midwood neighborhood.  Apparently this bar/restaurant/gastropub has been in the works for years now and renovation and expansion of the old ecclesiastical building feels like it has been going on for a long time, and undeniably it has.  \n\nIn the 2000s, this used to be the location of the old Steeple Lounge, it may not be immediately apparent to those not from the neighborhood, but this building is not entirely new but rather it is an expansion on an existing building.  Indeed it is unrecognizable. \n\nAmbiance:\nStrangely, the exterior is similar to the new Cook-Out restaurants that clashes with the contemporary \""Arts & Crafts\"" interior.  Despite the clashing aesthetics, the rich woods and dark colors complement one another very well.  This restaurant/bar is three-story's tall with each floor having its own bar.  The main bar is on the first floor and throughout the whole place you can find seating area for eating.  The terrace with spectacular views of downtown Charlotte on the third floor is already very popular and reservations are highly encouraged in order to eat al fresco.\n\nFood & Drink:\nThey have over twenty craft beers (including local) and an array of wines by the glass and bottle. For those who prefer non-alcoholic drinks there are non-alcoholic beers, root beers, sweet teas, juices, and soft drinks.\n\nFrom experience, one would expect this to be solely a burger place.  Since they just opened, they are offering a limited version of their full menu.  However, they offer more than just the typical \""bar food.\""  \n\nThe types of dishes you can find are: \n\n*Asian Fusion - such as Bahn Mi, Vietnamese Hoagie\n*British - such as Fish & Chips & Sheppard's Pie\n*New American - Burgers galore including vegetarian variations.\n*Poutine - French-Canadians rejoice, but their version comes with oxtails.\n\n~Prices in the menu range from $10-$30.  Reasonable, and runs the gamut for different budgets.\n\nIf you want to eat a full meal here, you must order before 10:00pm, because after that the Peculiar Rabbit only offers drinks and \""BarBites\"" (appetizers) till closing time.\n\nI had the veggie burger and it was very tasty, it was tofu based, with shitake mushrooms, brown rice, rolled oats, and other delectable ingredients.\n\nMy experience here was nice and from looking at the enthusiastic crowd tonight, one can deduct this establishment will become a very popular locale in the near future.