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Drift on Lake Wylie, Belmont, NC

Drift on Lake Wylie

4.7
4.7
2545 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 55 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.

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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
  • Website
    http://www.driftlkw.com/
  • 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.
  • Location
    315 M Lanyard Ln, Belmont, NC 28012
  • Area
    Belmont
  • Cross Street
    South New Hope Road and Pole Branch Road at the Lake Wylie Bridge
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

  • Women Winemakers Dinner

    US$125.00 per person

    20 Feb 2025 only
    Join us on Thursday, February 20th to celebrate the artistry of women winemakers around the world! This is a special event that will feature a menu with a beautiful selection of wines that have been made by talented women, paired with dishes created by our Chef Jesi. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or simply looking for a wonderful evening, our Women Winemakers dinner promises to be a delicious evening. We can't wait to see you here! This 5-course menu is $125++. Our service fees of 4% administrative fee, 18% gratuity, and tax are not included in this menu price. Reservations are required and this is a private event. A credit card hold is required to hold the reservation; final payment is due at the conclusion of the dinner.
    Women Winemakers Dinner photo

  • Mardi Gras Dinner!

    US$75.00 per person

    4 Mar 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

Menu

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What 2,545 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • 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 a delightful dining experience with "fantastic service" and "amazing food." Guests rave about the "beautiful views" and "relaxing atmosphere." Highlights include the lamb shanks and lobster risotto, while the attentive staff ensures a memorable visit. Ideal for special occasions, it's a must-try for upscale dining.

2,546 Reviews

  1. Germaine

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    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✅

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  2. Cameron

    VIP

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    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!

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  3. Lynette

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    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!

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  4. Demarko

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dining experience at Drift was great! The environment was very lovely and energetic. The food portions were great and it helped that we had an awesome server by the name of Jerimiah. He was very knowledgeable of the menu and made great suggestions. We also enjoyed his signature drink! We will definitely be back once the weather gets better so we can enjoy the outside water view! Much success to this establishment:)

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  5. M

    Atlanta

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an excellent experience! This restaurant never disappoints.

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  6. Jennifer

    Charlotte

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time and enjoyed the ambiance, however the wait time was pretty long and I the quality of the food was just ok. But the place is gorgeous.

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  7. Samuel

    Unspecified

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The server was very nice and polite and attentive. The only part of the experience that was great. The food was mediocre, steak cuts were just not great. It was too loud for us and just didn't feel like a great experience. If it wasn't for the waiter, it would be a 2 or 1 star.

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  8. nick

    Charlotte

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good, but overpriced. Service was excellent, ambiance and environment were great. The bill was pretty high for food that was just good, not amazing.

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  9. Anthony

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure going to the Drift everyone goes out of there way to make sure you are satisfied. One of my favorite places to go

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  10. Ivy

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Erik was phenomenal during our valentines dinner! He was attentive and had good banter with us. Dinner was great and made for a nice evening out.

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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 4.7 stars by 2545 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 55 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
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Website
    http://www.driftlkw.com/
  • 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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