Restaurants by Town
Best Restaurants in Davidson, NC
A charming college town with a walkable Main Street and a surprisingly diverse food scene. Davidson restaurants range from Lebanese grills to French cafes, all within steps of each other.
8 restaurants in Davidson
North Harbor Club
$$$North Harbor Club sits right on the Davidson waterfront and delivers the Lake Norman dining experience people picture when they move here. The crab cakes are among the best in the area, and watching boats glide by from the patio is hard to beat. It is not cheap, but the setting and the seafood make it worth the drive from anywhere on the lake.
Summit Coffee
$$Summit Coffee's Basecamp location in downtown Davidson is the best coffee shop in Lake Norman. The espresso is excellent, the atmosphere is welcoming without being pretentious, and the location on Main Street makes it the perfect anchor for a Davidson morning. This is where locals start their day.
Habibi Lebanon Bar & Grill
$$Habibi is Davidson's best-kept secret and one of the most authentic Lebanese restaurants in the Charlotte metro. The shawarma is spiced perfectly, the hummus is made fresh daily, and the falafel has real crunch. The owner is passionate about the food and it shows. This is the kind of place that makes a neighborhood feel like home.
The Egg Cafe
$$The Egg Cafe is Davidson's breakfast and brunch champion. The eggs benedict variations are creative and well-executed, the pancakes are fluffy, and the coffee is strong. Weekend mornings see a line out the door, and honestly, it is worth the wait. This is not a chains brunch experience.
Flatiron Kitchen + Taphouse
$$$Flatiron is the reliable downtown Davidson spot for a solid burger, a good beer, and a no-drama dinner. The craft beer selection is excellent, and the flat iron steak lives up to the name. It is not a destination from across the lake, but if you are in Davidson for the college or the shops, it is the obvious choice.
Brickhouse Tavern
$$Brickhouse Tavern is Davidson's casual bar and grill with solid pub food and a good beer selection. The burgers are well-made, the wings are above average, and the atmosphere is welcoming. It is a reliable spot for a casual dinner or game watching.
Midori Sushi & Hibachi
$$Midori is a solid sushi and hibachi option in the Davidson area. The sushi is fresh, the hibachi is entertaining, and the prices are fair. It is not the best sushi on the lake, but it is a reliable choice for the north shore area.
The Crazy Pig
$$The Crazy Pig brings a BBQ option to downtown Davidson. The pulled pork is solid, the ribs are good, and the atmosphere is casual and welcoming. It is not the best BBQ on the lake, but for Davidson residents and college visitors, it hits the spot.
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