Now that the warmer weather is here to stay (finally), it’s time to start having date nights and girls nights out al fresco. Being outside on a beautiful evening is what lake life is all about. Here’s our round-up of favorite spots to go – from places you can pull your boat up to to intimate spots where your little black dress is more appropriate than flip-flops.
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Photo courtesy of Port City Club Facebook page
The scoop: With 3 different outdoor dining options – covered patio, outside patio and beach/lounge area you can enjoy drinks and dinner with terrific lake views. You can also anchor your boat here and sail into the sunset when you’ve finished.
Photo courtesy of Kindred Facebook page
The scoop: The intimate outdoor patio at Kindred is the perfect place to enjoy a romantic or special occasion dinner.
Photo courtesy of Prickly Pear Facebook page
The scoop: Enjoy specialty margaritas and cocktails as well as guacamole, chips and all of your favorites at this modern Mexican restaurant in Mooresville.
Photo courtesy of Alton’s Facebook page
The scoop: Enjoy their daily $6 appetizer specials from 4:30-6:30 on the beautiful shaded patio.
Photo courtesy of North Harbor Club’s Facebook page
The scoop: The patio at NHC is a Lake Norman institution – it’s easy to see why with boat access and beautiful views to enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner.
Photo courtesy of Eddie’s Facebook page
The scoop: With a wide selection of raw bar items and seafood specialities, you might feel like you’re closer to the coast than you are. Daily happy hour appetizers from 3-7pm, and boat access.
Photo courtesy of The Corkscrew’s Facebook page
The scoop: The best see-and-be-seen patio in Birkdale belongs to this Scoop favorite. You can relax with a bottle of wine (at retail price if you buy from the bottle shoppe) and watch the whirlwind of activity in Birkdale Village.
Photo courtesy of the Blue Parrot Facebook page
The scoop: No need to change out of your bathing suit at this fun and casual lakeside spot. Enjoy drinks and sandwiches on the patio and hop right back on your boat or jetski when you’ve finished.
These are our favorites, but if we missed one of yours, please do comment with it below. Hope y’all are ready to enjoy the dinner or lunch outside – happy summer, LKN!
