# Convenience Store Bars Toronto's 'Convenience Bar' Offers Drinks and Nostalgic Grab-and-Go Treats By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-10-25 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/convenience-bar References: [conveniencebar](http://conveniencebar.ca/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/conveniencebar/) '[Convenience Bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lee-kum-kee)' is the name of a new convenience store-themed restaurant and bar that is set to open in Toronto, which is positioning itself as a "#newthrowback." As its name might suggest, Convenience Bar will operate as both a convenience store and a bar, offering a range of grab-and-go goods, as well as sit-down food and alcoholic drinks. Up until the new bar and restaurant opens later this year in November, Convenience Bar is sharing a variety of nostalgic items on its [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfresh) feed, including everything from View-Master toys to boom box cassette players. Convenience Bar has adopted a bold red, white and blue palette and retro branding that appeals to a [Millennial's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andiamo-campaign) nostalgic sensibilities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Regional](https://www.trendhunter.com/regional) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Convenience Store Bars:** The rise of convenience store bars presents an opportunity for entrepreneurs to combine nostalgic grab-and-go treats with alcoholic beverages. - **Newthrowback:** The concept of newthrowback establishments like Convenience Bar taps into Millennials' desire for nostalgic experiences combined with modern conveniences. - **Retro Branding:** The use of bold red, white, and blue retro branding can attract Millennial customers seeking a nostalgic vibe. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage Industry:** The food and beverage industry can benefit from incorporating convenience store elements in bars and restaurants to attract nostalgic consumer demographics. - **Hospitality Industry:** The hospitality industry can seize the opportunity to create unique experiences by blending convenience store concepts with beverage services. - **Retail Industry:** Retailers can explore the potential of combining the convenience store format with bar and restaurant offerings to cater to Millennials' desire for nostalgic fast-service options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Store Speakeasies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blockbuster-speakeasy.md) - [Nostalgic Film-Retail Speakeasies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blockbuster.md) - [Stock Market-Themed Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sauga-bar-xchange.md) - [Canadiana-Themed Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grizzly-bar.md) - [Ethical Neighborhood Convenience Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterforyou-store.md) - [Laid-Back Australian-Inspired Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/australianinspired-bar.md) - [Functional Nutrition Convenience Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storrd.md) - [Mediterranean Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-reyna.md) - [Convenient Store-Themed Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lee-kum-kee.md)