Customshop's Andres Kaifer to open new Charlotte restaurant with Miami chef

Context: Kaifer owns Customshop in Elizabeth. Beltran is behind Miami restaurants Ariete and Chug’s Diner.

What to expect: Roe & Olivia’s will serve contemporary American food influenced by the chefs’ Cuban and Spanish roots and seasonal ingredients. Early dishes, which are subject to change, include an empanada gallega and lamb neck rotolo.

• The 3,644-square-foot restaurant will have about 120 seats, including patio seating. Menu and team details will be announced closer to opening.
• The chefs envision it as an all-occasion spot, from solo cocktails and snacks to business dinners and larger weekend gatherings.

The intrigue: Kaifer and Beltran, who were both raised in Miami, met in 2015 and have collaborated on restaurant projects over the last decade.

• Their friendship goes beyond the kitchen — Kaifer even held his wedding at Ariete.

What they're saying: "Opening a restaurant with someone I consider a brother is a dream," said Kaifer in a press release. "Michael and I have co-consulted on quite a few restaurants over the years, and we realized we should unite and build something for our families.

Fun fact: The restaurant is named after their firstborn daughters, Roe and Olivia, who were born just hours apart on the same day.

Stop by: Roe & Olivia’s will open in late 2026 at 3531 Dewitt Lane, in the former Giovanna’s space.