Before his 10:30 a.m. shift Wednesday at Pies and Pints, Zach Atha sat across the street trying to catch Pokemon.
In front of the restaurant, on her way into work, one of his coworkers stopped to play the game, too. They noticed each other, made eye contact and smiled, then headed in for their shift.
Pies and Pints is one of several businesses at the center of the frenzy since a PokeStop is located at one of the murals inside.
Many of the employees have taken notice and enjoy playing together at the end of their shifts, but the workers are not the only ones attracted to this PokeStop. Customers are, too.
"Pokemon Go" could possibly be benefiting local businesses in the area as users are out and about exploring the city. Some businesses have even used it as a tool to attract customers.
PokeStops are locations in the game where players can collect virtual gear. They're often located at monuments, parks and businesses.
Players can purchase and collect lures, which attract Pokemon characters in the game.
The goal is to collect as many characters as possible and train them to battle other players.
Another server at the restaurant, Chad Brown, said he noticed at least half of his customers were playing throughout lunch Wednesday.
The mural is just one of three PokeStops within the Capitol Street block. The "hotspot" attracts foot traffic, especially when people set a lure, attracting a lot of Pokemon to the area.
Brown said he'd certainly noticed extra people walking around playing the game on Capitol Street. He also believed there is no doubt it has helped business a little bit, even if it is indirectly.
"It gets people out and walking around," he said. "They'll walk by and decide to come in for beer and food."
While dining, players also can reach the other two spots in the area. It isn't uncommon for a lure to be set at all three locations, attracting many Pokemon.
Taylor Books, a couple of doors down, is another one of the stops on the block.
Chris Rodgers, an employee at Taylor Books, noted that he had also observed an increase in people walking on Capitol Street.
A barista at the business, Leah Rafferty, said people benefit from the wi-fi in the store because the game requires Internet access.
Rafferty plays the game herself during breaks and after work and she said she had definitely noticed customers who come in while playing the game.
Like many businesses, Taylor Books said it was unclear how much of a positive effect the game has had on revenue. However, all recognized a definite growth in foot traffic.
Some businesses have not only noticed an increase in traffic, they also have decided to use "Pokemon Go" to their advantage.
Two PokeStops exist at the mall, one a the water fountain in center court and another at the U.S. Post Office. It is a popular destination for those playing the game.
Lisa McCracken, the marketing director at Charleston Town Center, said she has noticed an increase in traffic at Center Court and walking around the mall playing the game.
She believes it is important to embrace the way the game interacts with those visiting the mall.
She had observed an increase in business at Starbucks since it is close to the PokeStop in Center Court, and people are more likely to buy a drink visiting.
"It's been a refreshing activity for everyone over the summer months," she said.
McCracken said the mall planned to find new ways to incorporate the game in future events.
She also mentioned the way businesses in the mall have embraced the game. Teavana and Books-A-Million both are offering 10 percent discounts to customers who catch a Pokemon in their stores.
Though she does not feel up to date on the technology yet, Glenda Keith, general manager at Teavana, said the store thought the idea would be "fun."
Only a handful of people have taken advantage of the offer, but Keith said they would probably run the offer through the end of July or possibly longer.
Capitol Market held a "Battle for the Suite" July 15. "Pokemon Go" players were lured to the business to battle it out at the location's Pokemon gym for an opportunity to win a suite for a night at a West Virginia Power game.
They called it a "big success" on the battle's Facebook page.
If you're interested in finding new ways to incorporate "Pokemon Go" into your business, Niantic Labs is taking requests for new gyms and Pokestops. If there already is a PokeStop within reach of your business, try purchasing a lure within the game or offering a discount to attract potential customers.
Reach Jennifer Gardner at jennifer.gardner@wvgazettemail.com, 304-348-5102 or follow @jennc_gardner on Twitter.