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Drift on Lake Wylie, Belmont, NC

Drift on Lake Wylie

4.6
4.6
2557 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
8:00 p.m.
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (980) 351-0111
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jesse Szymanski
  • Catering
    Possible off-site caterings.
  • Private party facilities
    With five private and semi-private dining spaces, we can easily accommodate various setups for large groups, small seated meals, cocktails with passed canapés, social shindigs, or corporate fetes for up to 120 guests.
  • Neighbourhood
    Belmont
  • Cross Street
    South New Hope Road and Pole Branch Road at the Lake Wylie Bridge
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mardi Gras Dinner!

    US$75.00 per person

    Mar 4, 2025 only
    Join us for a special Mardi Gras celebration, with a five-course menu honoring the rich culinary traditions of New Orleans. Crafted by Sous Chef Allen Lee, born and raised in the heart of the Big Easy, this menu is a true homage to the flavors and soul of Mardi Gras. In addition to the meal, we will have a cocktail list featuring Bourbon Street staples. This menu offering will be $75, with cocktails sold at an additional price. A 4% administrative fee, 18% gratuity, and tax are not included in this price. A credit card hold is required to make the reservation. Final payment is due at the conclusion of the dinner. Reservations are required.
    Mardi Gras Dinner! photo

What 2,557 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Charlotte

    Great for scenic views

  • Charlotte

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Charlotte

    Great for scenic views

  • Charlotte

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Drift on Lake Wylie offers an "amazing dining experience" with "outstanding service" and a serene lakeside ambiance. Guests rave about the "delicious" food, from seafood to steaks, and commend the attentive staff, especially servers like Jeremiah and Eric. Perfect for date nights or special occasions, Drift is a "must-visit" destination.

2,557 Reviews
  1. Haley

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I don’t know how a restaurant that does so well at dinner could miss the mark so much for brunch.

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  2. Angela

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    At every visit, I’ve experienced outstanding service. Any issue has been recognized and addressed with the upmost professionalism and courtesy by all staff. Managers here are amazing - always present, known and involved.
    Drift on Lake WylieResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the lovely feedback. Our priority is for you to have an amazing experience. We look forward to having you join us again soon!

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  3. Tara

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent restaurant. Good was delicious and staff was attentive
    Drift on Lake WylieResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the lovely feedback! We're glad you had such a nice time. Please come see us again soon.

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  4. KenS

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you have not tried it’s time to experience the event dinners at The Drift
    Drift on Lake WylieResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for attending our wine dinner! We're glad you had such a good time. We look forward to having you at the next one!

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  5. Marty

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Eric our waiter was great! Food and wine stellar!
    Drift on Lake WylieResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the feedback! We're glad you enjoyed Eric so much. Please come see us again soon.

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  6. Brianna

    VIP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jeremiah was a phenomenal waiter! My husband and I dined here for the first time to celebrate my birthday and not only was the food spectacular, the service was equally impressive. Jeremiah takes pride in what he does, is knowledgeable, and goes above and beyond to ensure guest experience. The drinks he recommended were on point. We will definitely be back. Very satisfied customer
    Drift on Lake WylieResponded 2 days ago
    This is amazing feedback. Thank you! Please come see us again soon. We are very lucky to have Jeremiah as part of our team! Sincerely- Jennifer Tiller, General Manager

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  7. Germaine

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As a first timer, I really liked every service received. It was just superb and exquisite. Jeremiah served us and he was a genius Good customer service. I tried the squid rings and pina ‘ No’ Lada✅
    Drift on Lake WylieResponded 6 days ago
    This is great feedback for us. Thank you for the lovely review. We'll be sure to share your comments with Jeremiah. Please come see us again soon!

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  8. Cameron

    VIP

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great date night meal! Food was delicious! The crab cakes and truffle fries are some of the best we’ve ever had!
    Drift on Lake WylieResponded 2 days ago
    We're glad you enjoyed the food so much! Thank you for the kind review. Please come see us again soon.

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  9. Lynette

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was excellent! It was our first visit, our first Valentine’s Day together. We’ll be back!
    Drift on Lake WylieResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the 5 star review! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  10. M

    Atlanta

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an excellent experience! This restaurant never disappoints.
    Drift on Lake WylieResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the 5 star review and the lovely words! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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FAQs

Drift on Lake Wylie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (980) 351-0111.

Drift on Lake Wylie is rated 4.6 stars by 2557 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 p.m.
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Drift on Lake Wylie

315 M Lanyard Ln, Belmont, NC 28012

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    South New Hope Road and Pole Branch Road at the Lake Wylie Bridge
  • Neighbourhood
    Belmont
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jesse Szymanski
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (980) 351-0111
  • Catering
    Possible off-site caterings.
  • Private party facilities
    With five private and semi-private dining spaces, we can easily accommodate various setups for large groups, small seated meals, cocktails with passed canapés, social shindigs, or corporate fetes for up to 120 guests.
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