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Drift on Lake Wylie, Belmont, NC

Drift on Lake Wylie

4.6
4.6
2415 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
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
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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

  • Thanksgiving

    $50.00 per person

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    In honor of Thanksgiving, our culinary team has created a special pre-fixe menu with the holiday's staple dishes. We will be exclusively serving the pre-set menu for Thanksgiving. We will be seating reservations up to 8 guests this day. A credit card hold will be required for your reservation; payment is needed at the conclusion of your meal. Menus will be available for viewing shortly on our website: https://www.driftlkw.com. We look forward to having you with us!
    Thanksgiving Photo

  • Christmas Eve!

    $60.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    For Christmas Eve, our culinary team has created a special pre-fixe menu with the holiday's staple dishes. We will be exclusively serving the pre-set menu on this day. We will be seating reservations up to 8 guests this day. A credit card hold will be required for your reservation; payment is needed at the conclusion of your meal. Menus will be available for viewing shortly on our website: https://www.driftlkw.com. We look forward to having you with us!
    Christmas Eve! Photo

  • Breakfast With Santa!

    $35.00 per person

    Nov 30, 2024 only
    Join us for Breakfast with Santa! Bring your family for a festive morning with Santa! Join us on Saturday, November 30 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The $35 per-person ticket includes a breakfast buffet, non-alcoholic beverage, tax, gratuity, and administrative fee. Additional beverage will be available for purchase during the event! Reservations are required, with multiple seating times available. Don’t miss this chance to create unforgettable holiday memories!

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 2,415 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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Great for scenic views

  • Charlotte

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Drift on Lake Wylie offers stunning lake views and a "beautiful atmosphere" for any occasion. Guests rave about "amazing food and service," with seafood dishes being a highlight. The staff is consistently praised for their attentiveness and professionalism. While some experiences during busy times vary, Drift remains a popular spot for special celebrations.

2,415 Reviews

  1. Elizabeth

    Tampa

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went here for my husband’s birthday last night. We were sat quickly even though we were very early for our reservation. Our server Marshall was very nice and wasn’t overbearing but attentive. It took quite a while for our bread appetizer to come out and when it did the bread was still cold in the center like they hadn’t microwaved it long enough. When our steaks came out, my husbands was cold. So much so that his butter never even melted on top. He’s not one to complain and said taste was still good enough so he ate it regardless. I had a filet that was a little pink for my preference, tasted ok, definitely have had better steaks for that price point. The two sides we ordered were middle of the road taste wise also. Overall, while it wasn’t the worst steakhouse we’ve ever been to, it was not what it was made out to be and we won’t be returning.

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  2. Brent

    Charlotte

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We live in the neighborhood so Drift is a favorite. Food, cocktails and service are top notch!

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  3. charles

    Charlotte

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Food and service on point every time. The view of the lake is enjoyable.

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  4. Karima

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff took the time to make my birthday very special. This will forever be my favorite place, cannot wait to visit in the summer

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was amazing. Our group of four ordered a few cocktails which included generous pours. Between us we had the the calamari, Lamb Stroganoff, lobster bisque, lamb kabobs and the lobster risotto. Everyone raved about their individual meals. I had the risotto and it was amazing! Bits of lobster throughout and the tail on top was cooked perfectly. I had a bit of my husband’s lamb kabobs and almost couldn’t decide which dish I preferred. The portions were very generous and a little of everything came home with us. My parents split a creme brûlée; the custard was quite good but the brûlée was a bit thin for my taste. My husband ordered the carrot cake to go. I’ll try a bit tomorrow but it looked divine. Wendi provided great service. She was attentive, knowledgeable and entertaining. All around a successful first visit. We’ll be back!

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  6. Neil

    Charlotte

    85 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    85 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The new management and freedom that has been given to the Chef is definitely apparent as the overall menu and experience is now one worthy of putting on your list for an enjoyable evening out.

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  7. Audry

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you for the excellent service! Jeremiah was outstanding!

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  8. Lisa

    Charlotte

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Beyond excellent waiter and management service. Very tasty food selections and wine pairings. A bit noisy as we were seated in the bar area but overall a wonderful experience for our birthday celebration! Perfect setting on the water - highly recommend.

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  9. Charlie

    Charlotte

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had lunch on Friday, and food and service were both excellent. The NY Strip was cooked perfectly, and Fish and Chips were very good also.

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  10. Mac

    Coastal Georgia

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always flawless and delicious with well timed service and unmatched views of the lake from every table

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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 2415 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 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
  • Neighborhood
    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
  • 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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