Enjoy a casual lunch with friends, an elegant dinner to celebrate a special occasion, or a cocktail and aperitif at sunset.
PORT CITY CLUB BY DAVID BURKE
18665 Harborside Drive, Cornelius
Owner Nick Lyssikatos has partnered with celebrity chef David Burke to reimagine this popular waterfront eatery in 2023. Look for many of Burke’s creations, like lobster dumplings, maple-glazed clothesline bacon and his signature cake pops. The 13,500-square-foot restaurant features a harborside Grab ‘N Go area for quick bites, as well as a pier with boat docks for guests arriving by water.
EDDIE’S AT LAKE NORMAN
643 Williamson Road, Mooresville
Enjoy oysters and crab legs in the dining room or on the patio, and don’t miss Sunday brunch.
APPS & TAP
155 Pinnacle Lane, Mooresville
Enjoy chicken wings, ribs and barbecue as well as live music on Friday and Saturday nights.
RELATIONSHIP
131 N. Main St., Davidson
James Beard semifinalist Joe Kindred serves homemade pasta dishes and creative small plates in historic downtown Davidson.
FIN & FINO
8630 Lindholm Drive, Ste. 1A, Huntersville
Stop by for the raw bar, stay for a cocktail, and treat yourself to a slice of cheesecake—both here and at the Uptown branch.
FLATIRON KITCHEN + TAPHOUSE
215 S. Main St., Davidson
High-quality steaks are a given, but seafood and vegetables are also treated with the same care.
THE BLUE PARROT GRILL
169 Pinnacle Lane, Mooresville
Sip a daiquiri and order a burger or wrap at this Caribbean-inspired lakefront restaurant.
SABI ASIAN BISTRO
130 Harbor Place Drive, Davidson
Find Asian-inspired dishes, from sushi to stir-fries, in an elegant interior.
HAVANA 33
637 Williamson Road, Ste. 100, Mooresville
Enjoy lake views and authentic Cuban dishes like picadillo and mojo chicken with yuca fries and sweet plantains.
HELLO, SAILOR
20210 Henderson Road, Cornelius
Enjoy Carolina classics like blackened catfish and seafood platters, as well as tiki drinks.
MIDTOWN-OTHER
7296 NC Highway 73, Denver
Come to this classic American pub for a casual lunch, dinner or to watch a big game.
NORTH HARBOR CLUB
100 North Harbor Place, Davidson
This regatta-style restaurant on Davidson’s north side serves surf and turf with water views.
THE HARP AND THE CROWN
19930 West Catawba Ave., Ste.130, Cornelius
Order a pint and settle in with a hearty Irish meatloaf or a Guinness stew pie in this lively pub.
131 MAIN
17830 Statesville Road, Cornelius
Experience the flavors of the lowlands with a cold lager or chardonnay at this local establishment.
The cabin
400 North Harbor Place Drive, Ste. A, Davidson
Come by boat or on land, order a local beer and some pub food and enjoy the live music.
ON THE NINE
205 Golf Course Drive, Mooresville
This European-inspired bistro serves craft cocktails, wine and a menu of freshly prepared, seasonal dishes.
LINK & PIN
9723 Sam Furr Road, Huntersville
This upscale gastropub, with locations in South End and The Arboretum, is a great place to grab a burger or lobster roll and sip on a cocktail.
TOUCANS SEA SEA
167 Pinnacle Lane, Mooresville
Enjoy Gator Bites and Blackened Mahi Tacos at this beachfront restaurant.
EPIC CHOPHOUSE
104 South Main St., Mooresville
Small filet, aged sirloin and bone-in ribeye steak all taste divine with “next-level additions” including fried shrimp, baby lobster tails and brie butter with roasted garlic.