Best Diners in Lake Norman

"Carson Blvd. in Dilworth, the traditional American diner, breakfast and brunch spot is the highest rated diner in Charlotte, boasting four stars out of 704 reviews on Yelp. This spot is open 24/7, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Look for chicken and waffles along with seafood platters on the menu."

"2 wings and a belgium waffle… #midnightdiner #queencity #charlotte #midnitediner #chickenandwaffles #704 #clt #northcarolina. A photo posted by @midnightdinercharlotte on Aug 23, 2015 at 9:26pm PDT. Midnight Diner might just be the most picture-perfect retro diner in the state."

"Landmark Diner is another favorite restaurant for breakfast in Charlotte. Just 5 miles from uptown, located on Central Avenue, Landmark Diner boasts casual atmosphere locals and visitors alike will appreciate. Owned by three brothers of Greek heritage from New York, the menu of the Landmark Diner spans the globe featuring cuisines of Greek, Italian, and American!"

"As a prelude to my own review of the restaurant, and in response to the previous review: Given that more than a quarter million people in NC have…"

"The Plaza Midwood late-night staple has an extensive menu that includes Southern classics like peach cobbler, pecan and apple pie and banana pudding, available until 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 4 a.m. Friday and Saturday."

"Whether you are an early bird or a dedicated night owl, the RedEye Diner can serve up the breakfast of your choice 24 hours a day. The diner serves up farm-fresh AA grade eggs cooked just the way you like them, accompanied by your choice of sides. There are several mouth-watering omelets to choose from, all served with grits, hash browns, toast, biscuit, or fresh fruit."

"It could not be easier for you to satisfy your sweet tooth on the way out of the EpiCentre than with a stop at RedEye Diner, which is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for pies, cakes, banana splits, milkshakes and more."

"Edge City opened in April of 2020 and sold beer to-go as a way to adapt during the pandemic. Choose from a rotating selection of New England IPAs, sours, pilsners, lagers, wheat beers, and stouts. Location: 6209 Old Post Rd., Ste."

"Sycamore Brewing is the place to be when the weather is nice. With a spacious patio filled with picnic tables, a second outdoor bar slinging cold beverages and a platform for live music, it’s as hopping as the tap room. With water bowls plentifully stocked, furry friends love lounging outside of Sycamore as much as their owners."

"Everybody’s go-to brewery, thanks to its killer location and huge outdoor space that regularly hosts yoga, Food Truck Friday and Sunday brunch. Sycamore has plans to relocate from its current location at 2161 Hawkins St. to a new 16-story development, called The Line, directly across the street. Keep up with the events here."

"There are so many to choose from, but a few of our favorites include Sycamore Brewing, Sugar Creek Brewing, Wooden Robot Brewery and Lenny Boy Brewing, which has champagne on tap as well as their own kombucha. If the weather is nice, there are plenty of incredible patios to choose from — click here for 21 of our favorites!"

"Lenny Boy, named after the best dog, brought kombucha into the spotlight in our fair city. If anyone questioned whether a brewery focused on wild ales, kombucha, and sours could survive, they were shown it could when LBB moved into a larger space in 2016. If you are craving a Lost Rose Kombucha or Elite Beet and can’t get to their location, you’re in luck as they now sell their products in many local stores and chains."

"There are so many to choose from, but a few of our favorites include Sycamore Brewing, Sugar Creek Brewing, Wooden Robot Brewery and Lenny Boy Brewing, which has champagne on tap as well as their own kombucha. If the weather is nice, there are plenty of incredible patios to choose from — click here for 21 of our favorites!"

"A one-stop-shop for not just traditional ales and lagers, but also organic kombucha, gluten-free wild ales, sours and more in a setting good for drinkers and non-drinkers alike. Location: South End, 3000 South Tryon St. The vibe: On weekends, the outdoor space feels like a backyard cookout with live music and food trucks."

"The Blue Restaurant & Bar is a posh Uptown restaurant in the Hearst Tower. It has a Mediterranean mixture of Italian, Moroccan, French, Spanish, Greek, and other international dishes. Award-winning Executive Chef Gene Briggs creates masterpieces including Moroccan Tagine, Tenderloin à la Blue, and Whole Roasted Mediterranean Sea Bass that delight the palate and keep customers returning."

"If you are looking for a casual yet upscale restaurant with a bar in Charlotte, then FireWater Restaurant & Lounge is a great place to visit. This American restaurant offers amazing dishes and stunning lakeside views with old-school hip-hop music. Also, the staff and management are super friendly and helpful."

"Finally, for a little change of pace, check out the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens. It’s like strolling through the garden of your dreams only you don’t have to do any work on it… just enjoy the surroundings. It’s also a great place to learn about plants that thrive in our climate or just take a few good selfies."

"Give wedding portraits a natural and rustic flair at the UNC-Charlotte Botanical Gardens. Stonework, bridges, fountains and pathways set amid beautiful gardens of distinctive trees and flowers provide innumerable options for photo settings. Romare Bearden Park - Photo by KC Photography Company"

"Attached to the University of North Carolina, UNC’s Botanical Gardens is a great way to unwind while visiting the university. Free tours of this are available at this park in Charlotte NC, with cool botany facts to boot."