Date Night · Budget
Date Night by Budget
How much should a Lake Norman date night cost? Here is what to expect at three price points, with specific picks for each, based on public reviews and local knowledge.
Two entrees and drinks at a casual spot. You can eat well without spending much.
A proper dinner with wine or cocktails. This is the sweet spot for most Lake Norman dates.
131 MAIN
Cornelius · New American
North Harbor Club
Davidson · American Seafood
Antico Italian Restaurant
Huntersville · Italian
The Foundry Restaurant
Denver · New American
French Market Cafe
Cornelius · French / Cafe
On The Nines Bistro
Mooresville · American / Bistro
Table 31
Mooresville · New American
Lineberger's Cattle Company
Sherrills Ford · Steakhouse
$120 and up. The full experience. Steak, seafood, wine, and a night to remember.
Epic Chophouse
Mooresville · Steakhouse
$150-$200 with drinks
Peninsula Prime
Cornelius · Steakhouse / Seafood
$180-$250 with wine
131 MAIN
Cornelius · New American
$120-$160 with drinks
BARREL & FORK
Cornelius · New American / Craft Cocktails
$130-$170 with cocktails
North Harbor Club
Davidson · American Seafood
$120-$160 with drinks
Antico Italian Restaurant
Huntersville · Italian
$100-$140 with wine
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