Best Fun Restaurants in Lake Wylie, South Carolina

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1. Drift on Lake Wylie

4.6

Exceptional(2418)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Belmont

Booked 35 times today

Located on Lake Wylie in the newly developed McLean South Shore, Drift on Lake Wylie is a chef-inspired lakeside chophouse. At the forefront of the Lake Wylie dining scene, our food is simple and seasonal—home to prime cuts of beef, local seafood, and homemade pasta. Whether you join us for dinner, pop by the bustling bar for a quick bite, or book one of our private dining rooms for a special dinner or cocktail party, we look forward to serving you soon.Located 8 minutes south of Belmont off South New Hope Road and North of Lake Wylie just off Pole Branch Road.

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2. Deluxe Fun Dining Restaurant

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5.0

Exceptional(3)

Price: Moderate

• American • Charlotte

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to Deluxe Fun Dining – Charlotte’s Most Unique Dining ExperienceVoted Best Restaurant in Charlotte (2024), Best Cocktail Spot (2023 & 2024), and Gold Best Date Night Spot (2023), Deluxe Fun Dining is where incredible food, unforgettable drinks, and exceptional service come together to create a dining experience unlike any other.Known for our innovative food and drink presentations, we bring a sense of fun and excitement to every meal. From popcorn shrimp served right from a real popcorn machine to pastries delivered in vintage toasters, every dish is designed to make you smile and spark conversation. Our unique, handmade trays elevate the presentation, ensuring that every plate is as much of a visual treat as it is a culinary delight.At Deluxe Fun Dining, we don’t just serve food—we create an experience. Our ever-evolving, chef-driven menu highlights seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, transforming classic favorites and daring new creations into unforgettable dishes.

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3. Steak 48 - Charlotte

4.9

Exceptional(7300)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • SouthPark

Booked 140 times today

At Steak 48 in Charlotte, we serve the finest steaks and high-quality seafood in an intimate and vibrant setting. The diverse menu at our Charlotte steakhouse location will satisfy any personal craving, as we serve the best USDA prime steaks, succulent seafood and shellfish along with inventive and classically inspired side dishes and appetizers. Our master butchers custom cut 28-day wet-aged steaks by hand for cooking in our 1800-degree broiler. Much of our beef comes from Midwestern farms in Michigan and Wisconsin as well as premium Wagyu beef brought in from the Mishima Reserve. Enhance your meal with a hand-crafted cocktail made from local ingredients. Make your reservation today. We can't wait to see you!

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4. North Italia - Charlotte - Ballantyne

4.5

Awesome(301)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ballantyne

Booked 34 times today

Using only the season’s best ingredients, our chefs create a variety of modern Italian dishes including pastas made from scratch daily, hand-tossed pizzas like the classic Margherita but make it Tie Dye, and savory lunch and dinner entrees like Pork Milanese, Tortelloni al Pomodoro, and Braised Short Rib Lumache that deliver flavors that go above and beyond the expected as well as a full-bodied wine and beer list accompanied by an array of handcrafted cocktails including a Sicilian Margarita and the Pomegranate Mule. For more information, visit northitalia.com.

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5. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Charlotte

4.1

Excellent(640)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Uptown

Booked 89 times today

Created to deliver the best in food, drinks and vibes to Charlotte, NC , Kitchen + Kocktails is here to please. A dynamic comfort food restaurant at its core, Kitchen + Kocktails will focus on nicely plated comfort foods, including flavored fried chicken and lobster tails, shrimp and grits, creative waffles and other southern classics made with a twist. Parties of 5+ call: 312-659-1951 between the hours of 8am to 6pm. If you are past the 15 minute grace period your reservation will be forfeited then you will be accommodated as a walk-in.Proper Dress Attire Required.• No Tank Tops• No Athletic Slides or Flip Flops (Regardless of brand)• No Crocs• No Explicit Clothing• No Sagging• No Revealing Attire • No Jerseys• No Hoods, Durags, Stocking Caps, etc on While Dining**NO OUTSIDE FOOD/CAKES/DRINKS**While we do recognize special circumstances, it is solely at our team’s discretion to allow exceptions.

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6. RH Rooftop Restaurant Charlotte

4.7

Exceptional(4271)

Price: Expensive

• American • SouthPark

Booked 75 times today

The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Charlotte, a 50,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe.For group dining inquiries, please email: charlottehospitality@rh.com

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7. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Fort Mill

4.6

Exceptional(247)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Fort Mill

Booked 58 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

8. O-Ku - Charlotte

4.8

Exceptional(2378)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Southend

Booked 50 times today

O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. The South End restaurant offers rare and unique dining options along with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, highlighting seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese culture, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space.

9. Hestia Rooftop

4.6

Exceptional(679)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Ballantyne

Booked 26 times today

Dynamic. Energetic. Alluring. Bold flavors, inventive presentations, and tailor-made omakase menus take center stage at Hestia: a modern Asian restaurant that sets premium ingredients and eclectic executions front and center—revealing an innovative, one-of-a-kind dining experience that sits at the top of Ballantyne’s inspired dining scene. Beautiful rooftop with views to downtown Charlotte.

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10. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

4.5

Awesome(585)

Price: Moderate

• American • Southend

Booked 37 times today

Culinary Dropout serves classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks. Hosting a private event? Culinary Dropout has three unique private dining rooms, perfect for any occasion!

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Amber
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was the perfect experience for my birthday. I will for sure be coming back to dine! Our server Charles did an amazing job!
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Steak 48 - CharlottePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• SouthPark
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4.9
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Drew
Coastal Georgia •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was a quiet night, but the staff was incredible, food was delicious. We will definitely be coming back
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Drift on Lake WyliePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Belmont
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4.6
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Camivip
Charlotte •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very hard to get a rez but good was excellent. Lasagna was fantastic and very different, using white sauce and rib meat. Pizza very good along with bouillabaisse. Fresh pasta. Make sure to ask which sauce is spicy though.
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North Italia - Charlotte - BallantynePrice: Moderate• Italian• Ballantyne
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4.5
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Ashlee
Charlotte •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I really enjoyed the service and the food. The fried catfish, mac and cheese were really good. My homegirl got the black eye peas and she said that were really good as well. Drinks are high however that's expected for the area it is in. Dennis my server was really knowledgeable about the menu and what to try.
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Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - CharlottePrice: Expensive• Regional American (Southern)• Uptown
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4.1
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Timothy
Orlando / Central Florida East •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
They’re still working out “bugs” with Open Table as they’ve just started using it. However, the manager was extremely accommodating and even provided a complimentary tequila/pineapple shot at the end of our meal. Food was phenomenal. Staff is courteous and attentive. Prices are reasonable for quality of food. I highly recommend for a different experience and great food.
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Deluxe Fun Dining RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Charlotte
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902 restaurants available nearby

1. Drift on Lake Wylie

2. Deluxe Fun Dining Restaurant

3. Steak 48 - Charlotte

4. North Italia - Charlotte - Ballantyne

5. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Charlotte

6. RH Rooftop Restaurant Charlotte

7. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Fort Mill

8. O-Ku - Charlotte

9. Hestia Rooftop

10. Culinary Dropout - Charlotte

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