Waterside Bar and Grill is a waterfront restaurant in Catawba, tucked along the shores of Lake Norman. Its relaxed, unpretentious setting belies a kitchen that draws consistent praise for hearty, made-from-scratch cooking and generous portions. Outdoor dock seating puts diners directly over the water, making it a natural stop for boaters, campers from nearby Lake Norman State Park, and locals seeking a casual lakeside meal.
The menu leans into comfort-forward fare with a regional flair — standouts include jumbo wings, pork ribeye, shrimp tacos, and fresh salads. Customers frequently note that food arrives hot and tastes homemade. The bar is well-regarded for honest pours. With a 4.6-star rating across nearly 700 reviews and open seven days a week, Waterside has earned a loyal following on the lake.
