Verna Café & Bar, a concept by Verna Hospitality, is hosting a soft opening from Thursday, July 31, 2025, through Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 8:00am to 2:00pm. This all-day cafe is set to offer fun yet approachable craft cocktails and Japanese-Creole comfort food. Only breakfast and coffee will be served during the soft opening. This new spot is situated on the historic Rock Block in the Midtown/Elliston Place neighborhood. The official opening date has not been released yet.