Best Lunch Restaurants in Lake Norman

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Huntersville

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • Huntersville

Booked 59 times today

Cool mountain air. A crackling wood fire. The sizzle of the grill. And the spark of great conversation. Those aren't just the ingredients for a great meal. They're the soul of Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, a restaurant dedicated to the world's oldest method of cooking - and the most satisfying. Inspired by the bold flavors and tradition of live fire cooking in the West, the first Firebirds called itself a "Rocky Mountain Grill." But not so long afterward, the restaurant changed its name to Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. Because at its core, what makes Firebirds' scratch cooking so delicious - and inspires everything from the menu to its hospitality and décor - isn't a place. It's the fire itself. Firebirds has come a long way since the early days. Not only is the menu broader, the ambiance more polished and the value greater than ever, today Firebirds Wood Fired Grill serves guests across the country. But some things never change - like Firebirds' commitment to quality and freshness and its passion for introducing guests to the primal pleasure of meats, seafood and vegetables grilled over a blazing wood fire. From Firebirds' locally sourced hardwoods to its unique cooking techniques, everything Firebirds does honors the power of the flame. Because wood fired grilling brings people together. And its bold flavors set Firebirds apart.

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2. Red Rocks Cafe - Birkdale Village

4.4

Awesome(2657)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Huntersville

Booked 60 times today

Red Rocks Cafe - Birkdale Village, with its comfortable booths, low lighting, intimate feel and jazzy background music, offers a touch of class and a comfortable atmosphere that appeals to everyone. The lively restaurant scene is enhanced by a popular bar and covered patio overlooking the shops at each of the locations. The menu boasts of quality with a variety of steak, seafood, poultry and pasta entrees. Each entrée is named for a famous (or not so famous) customer and adds a personal touch to the varied selection.

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3. Choplin's Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(1975)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Cornelius

Booked 5 times today

Chef Wesley E. Choplin graduated from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York in 1997.Chef Wes, as he is fondly known in the industry, has been a sought after chef from his early years at world renowned Pinehurst Golf & Country Club. He quickly became popular for his "outside the box" mentality and later being recruited by many of North Carolina's best restaurants the last 25 years, ultimately becoming the renowned Chef that he is today. His passion for being a culinary artist is truly unmatched.With Anthony Bourdaine's mentorship at CIA, Chef Wes Choplin has surpassed and achieved many of his culinary goals and received awards for his talent and community service throughout North Carolina. Today, he is the Executive Chef and Owner of Choplin's Restaurant, a true institute, 14 years strong in the Lake Norman area which has gained popularity in the many surrounding cities.

4. Port City Club

4.0

Excellent(494)

Price: Expensive

• American • Cornelius

Port City Club has closed and has reopened under new Ownership as LakeHouse Wine Bar and Grill Call at 704-765-1565 or visit our website for information and reservations. WWW.lakehouselkn.com

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5. The Foundry at Trilogy® Lake Norman

4.8

Exceptional(1172)

Price: Moderate

• American • Denver

Booked 22 times today

At The Foundry, we forge exceptional food and drink every day. The culinary team takes raw ingredients and crafts beautifully finished, bespoke plates, perfect for casual lunch or an anniversary dinner. Featuring local and regional house-crafted selections, the restaurant emphasizes healthy, freshly made and flavorful fare with a Southern twist, all pairing deliciously well with the Club’s signature drink, the Back Porch Sweet Tea. The experience at The Foundry is centered on three tried-and-true food and beverage tenets: it’s socially driven, locally inspired, and stylishly crafted.

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6. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Charlotte - Northlake

4.6

Exceptional(1911)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Charlotte

Booked 45 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.

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7. Novanta Pizzeria Napoletana

4.8

Exceptional(288)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mooresville

Booked 13 times today

The owners of Brooklyn South and Brooklyn Boys Pizzeria's are venturing again to bring you truly Authentic pizza. Pizza cooked by wood fire in 90 seconds. Among pizza stay tuned for the finest, truly authentic, rustic Italian dishes from different regions of Italy. Enjoy our extensive wine and beer indoor/outdoor bar and private dining area for your most exclusive intimate celebrations.

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8. P.F. Chang's - Northlake

4.5

Awesome(245)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Charlotte

Booked 3 times today

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

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9. The Reserve Room at Eddie's

4.8

Exceptional(132)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Mooresville

Booked 1 time today

Located in a small private room at Eddies on Lake Norman, The Reserve Room was created with casual elegance in mind. The space is comfortably quaint, with a touch of refinement. The Reserve Room offers a variety of dining options, Contemporary American, Italian and French Cuisine. The Reserve Room also provides an ideal space for corporate events or personal gatherings with an accommodation capacity of thirty. You can choose from a Prix-fixe menu for lunch (inquire for more details), upscale dishes for dinner, as well as a delightful selection of hors d' Hors d'oeuvres and Cocktails allowing us to tailor any menu preference and conveniently equipped with audio visual capabilities. This is an ADULT ROOM ONLY, NO CHILDREN! NO EXCEPTIONS! This in an Indoor dining only & remember this is NOT for dining at Eddie's on Lake Norman. Reservation is required.

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10. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Charlotte

3.8

Excellent(54)

Price: Moderate

• American • Concord

Booked 16 times today

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Rebecca
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful Christmas Eve atmosphere 🎄! Great service and vibe!
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Red Rocks Cafe - Birkdale VillagePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Huntersville
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4.4
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Mary
Charlotte •45 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Never a bad meal or experience at Firebirds! Food and service was excellent!
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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - HuntersvillePrice: Moderate• American• Huntersville
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4.5
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Brian
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our family from NY cerebrated Christmas at Choplin’s for the first time after hearing great things about the restaurant from friends in the area. We could not have chosen a better place to celebrate. The food was delicious, portions were huge and the dessert menu had something for everyone! For a group of 15, it’s not easy to satisfy everybody and Choplins nailed it! The interior has modern touches, yet warm and friendly. We can’t wait to return to this family operated gem. The service was impeccable even with so many Christmas parties going on. We live in New York City where there are amazing restaurants. I would recommend Choplin’s to anyone who has high expectations for steaks and seafood. Thank you for making our family celebration truly memorable! Kudos the owners Faith and chef Wes who came out to check on our group and to Samantha who made sure everyone enjoyed! Merry Christmas!
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Choplin's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Cornelius
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4.3
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Russell KVIP
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Truly enjoy the staff. A true pleasure meeting Roland. Jen is the #1 server! Outstanding and professional. Bobbie is the very BEST! Noah, also the very BEST!! Truly love the team!!! Thank you!
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The Foundry at Trilogy® Lake NormanPrice: Moderate• American• Denver
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4.8
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Karen
Central Texas •1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 Oct 2024
The Port City is one of my new faves! I just love the Orange Julius and Lobster dumplings though only four at $5 each is bit much since I would love them as a meal!!!! The Chili Crusted Seared Tuna is amazing!!! Hope to make it a monthly stop.
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Port City ClubPrice: Expensive• American• Cornelius
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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Huntersville

2. Red Rocks Cafe - Birkdale Village

3. Choplin's Restaurant

4. Port City Club

5. The Foundry at Trilogy® Lake Norman

6. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Charlotte - Northlake

7. Novanta Pizzeria Napoletana

8. P.F. Chang's - Northlake

9. The Reserve Room at Eddie's

10. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Charlotte

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