05 Feb The top 5 restaurants and places to eat in Lake Lure, NC that you don’t want to miss
From quick bites to fine dining, the restaurants, cafes, and places to eat around Lake Lure offer amazing variety. Whether you are craving sweet pastries and iced lattes or savory homemade crab cakes, we know where you can find them all.
You will find no shortage of excellent places to eat near Lake Lure that are sure to hit the spot.
Over the years of visiting Lake Lure as a family (that likes to eat), we’ve got a great list of restaurants near Lake Lure for you to check out.
Great Places to Eat near Lake Lure
La Strada at Lake Lure
La Strada offers italian fare with great views of the Lake Lure beach and mountains, located in downtown Lake Lure, NC.
Address: 2693 Memorial Highway, Lake Lure, NC 28746
Phone: 828-625-1118
Pro tip: Pizza is the way to go here. They have large pizzas with unique toppings. The Asian salad and garlic rolls are always a family favorite as well. You can choose to dine in and capture great views of the local beach or take carry out. We like to pick up pizzas and enjoy them on the decks at the Cedar House.
Veranda Restaurant at the 1927 Lake Lure Inn
The Veranda Restaurant at the 1927 Lake Lure Inn offers gorgeous fine dining in a fully restored historic inn. If you’re looking for an amazing brunch with lots of goodies, check out their offerings, which include a bloody mary bar open 12- 2 PM.
Pro-tip: Reservations recommended.
Address: 2771 Memorial Highway, Lake Lure, NC 28746
Phone: 888-434-4970
The Lake House
The Lake House is a casual, lakefront restaurant serving American Cuisine.
Pro-tip: Call ahead during peak season on nice days. It gets very busy around meal times. If you are renting our pontoon boat for your stay, you can travel by water and park at their docks for your meal. Book the pontoon for your stay here.
Address: 1020 Memorial Highway, Lake Lure, NC 28746
Phone: 828-625-4075
The Esmerelda Inn & Restaurant
This restaurant offers a beautiful setting within the historic Esmerelda Inn, featuring chef curated meals of local meats and vegetables. Call to book your reservation ahead because reservations are required.
Pro tip: Ask about scheduling the “Chef’s table.” It is a unique dining experience where guests have the ability to view the chef preparing their meal. They also offer cooking classes with the chef.
Address: 910 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC 28720
Phone: 828-625-2999
Highlands Kitchen & Bar
The Highlands Kitchen & Bar is a recently opened (2021) full service restaurant and bar which overlooks Lake Lure and mountains.
Address: 454 Memorial Hwy. Lake Lure NC 28746
Phone: 828-436-4023
Where To Stay
Looking for the perfect place for your family to stay when you visit Lake Lure?
The Cedar House offers a 360 degree sunset view with over 4,300 square feet on three acres of lakefront land on Lake Lure, NC. Take a dip in the lake from our private boathouse, let the kids burn energy on the custom playground, and take a cruise on our pontoon boat. Our home provides the perfect scenic setting to escape to the mountains and a spacious 5 bedroom, 3 full bath, and 2 half baths with up to 16 guests.
Make Your Plans To Come To See Us Today!