If you grew up reading and watching Harry Potter, as an adult you can now enjoy a themed bar if you are in the city of Toronto. As of September 5th, The Lockhart is open for business at Dufferin and Dundas. Named after one of Harry's most inept Defense Against the Dark Arts professors, the joint offers specialty cocktails and a tapas-style menu.
The cocktail "elixirs" are made with house bitters and are "custom infused." The diverse food offerings cover a range from brunch to late-night snacks, so there is something for Torontonian Potterheads at any hour. The Lockhart also serves coffee sourced from Lake Minnetonka.
The themed bar isn't over the top or too overtly Harry Potter-inspired. This makes it a great spot even for those who don't believe in magic.
Magic-Inspired Eateries
Harry Potter-Themed Bar The Lockhart is Now Serving Tapas in Toronto
Trend Themes
1. Themed Bars - There is an opportunity to create more themed bars that cater to fans of popular book or movie series, such as Game of Thrones or Marvel.
2. Custom-infused Cocktails - Bartenders can experiment with custom-infused bitters and unique flavor combinations to create innovative and personalized cocktail experiences.
3. Tapas-style Menus - Restaurants can capitalize on the popularity of tapas-style dining by offering a diverse menu of small, shareable dishes that appeal to a wide range of tastes.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can create immersive themed experiences by opening more themed bars and restaurants that transport customers into their favorite fictional worlds.
2. Beverage - The beverage industry can explore the trend of custom-infused cocktails by developing new products and ingredients that allow bartenders to easily create unique flavor profiles.
3. Food Service - Restaurants can capitalize on the tapas-style dining trend by adapting their menus to offer a variety of small, shareable dishes that cater to different dietary preferences and restrictions.