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Lake 96.18 ft(3.8 low)·
Surface 88.3°·
Air 82°F·
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Updated 7:35 PM·
Lake 96.18 ft(3.8 low)·
Surface 88.3°·
Air 82°F·
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Updated 7:35 PM·
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BoatYard LKN

Lakefront dining - Cornelius, NC

★★★★☆4.2(987 reviews)
Our services
Lakefront DiningLive Music EventsOutdoor Patio SeatingFull Bar ServiceCommunity & Youth Events
Live performance with stage and audience at venue

Live performance with stage and audience at venue

Our story

About BoatYard LKN.

BoatYard LKN is a lakefront dining and entertainment destination situated in Cornelius along the shores of Lake Norman. Open Thursday through Saturday, the venue draws a loyal crowd with its spacious outdoor setting, relaxed atmosphere, and a calendar of live music that includes tribute bands and local performers. The space is designed to accommodate a good-sized crowd while still offering sightlines that make every visit feel connected to the stage.

The menu goes well beyond typical bar fare, with customers frequently praising standout items like burgers, chicken sandwiches, and fresh salads. Staff are noted for being accommodating and easygoing, contributing to an environment where guests feel comfortable lingering. BoatYard LKN also opens its doors for youth performance events, reflecting a welcoming, community-minded approach that resonates with Lake Norman families.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions.

Where is BoatYard LKN located?

BoatYard LKN is based in Cornelius, in the Lake Norman area of North Carolina.

What does BoatYard LKN offer?

BoatYard LKN offers Lakefront Dining, Live Music Events, Outdoor Patio Seating, Full Bar Service and Community & Youth Events as a lakefront dining in the Lake Norman area of North Carolina.

What days is BoatYard LKN open?

BoatYard LKN is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday. See the hours above for exact times.

How can I contact BoatYard LKN?

You can reach BoatYard LKN by phone at +1 704-997-6069 or through their website, or find their full details on this LKN Life profile.

Our reviews

What locals are saying.

Reviews from Google

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S.H. Hartwell Georgia
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★★★★★May 2026
Friday night 80's music powered by House of Hair. They were legit! Played all the big mid-80's stadium hits like Bonjovi, Motley Crue, GNR, Poison, etc. The band had great stage presence and theatrics. They finished the first set with "Pour Some Sugar On Me" with guests from the audience on stage. A+++ venue and show.
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McKenzie Moss
Google reviewer
★★★★★May 2026
The best burger, french fries, and sweet potato fries our group has ever had. Absolutely delicious like maw maws meat. Bartender knew my Miller Lite order quick too
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Joe Milano
Google reviewer
★★★★★May 2026
Oh my. Not only does this place have a great staff and live music, they have awesome food too. Not just a typical bar food place. I had THE best burger ever. My wife cannot stop raving about their chicken ceasar salad. Boatyard is no joke!! My next order will be a chicken sandwich. My neighbor says they’re amazing. Good times.
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Tina Farbolin
Google reviewer
★★☆☆☆Apr 2026
Great venue and music!!! Love, love, love all of the bartenders, bouncers, and Steven is on point. Always making everyone feel welcome and making sure everyone is good. BUT the food has really gone downhill in the last month or so. We always said it was great food for the atmosphere. The huge pretzel that everyone raved about is gone 🥺 and replaced with these ridiculous chunks of what is supposed to be pretzel bites. The nachos are ick, the chicken tenders are hard to even describe now. And the flatbread pizzas that we loved so much are gone too!! I’ve hosted several large parties there and knew that the food and drinks would be good. Took a group there this past weekend and the food was just so, so. Very disappointed.
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Steven Cali
Google reviewer
★★★☆☆May 2026
Tons of room. Good speakers/acoustics Good food especially for the price. But everytime we go theres an issue. Cutting off a bands encore, not allowing any bumping in the crowd with hardcore bands, and sometimes the security is too lax with obviously drunk individuals. And im aware there is no moshing. A small bump next to friends is not moshing.
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