DINE+WINE | nibbles & bites Right: General Manager Scott Willis Below: Co-owner and CEO Ann-Margaret Wagner and her daughter. Right: Crab Meat Nachos
Dining at Eddie’s on Lake Norman
Outdoor renovation revitalizes lake favorite by Lara Tumer | photography by Lisa Crates
Situated right on the lake in Mooresville, Eddie’s on Lake Norman is the quintessential waterside eatery. Their new covered deck is the latest renovation of the space, which has been two and a half years in the making. Ann-Margaret Wagner, co-owner and CEO, explains that “Cutting corners was not an option. It had to be done right the first time.” When Wagner and Eddie Lubic, Jr. took over the restaurant (previously Vinny’s) they felt that the space was missing an identity. Making the restaurant their own was the priority. Piece by piece, Wagner has brought her personal touches into the space starting with the restrooms and moving through the dining room, swapping the lighting and paint colors, and even re-designing the menu and logo. Everything has been a conscious choice. “I want the restaurant to feel like a part of me … like you’re walking into my home,” says Wagner. The new deck allows the restaurant to function as an indoor/outdoor space year round, rain or shine. The height of the roof gives it 66
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a true al fresco feel (with gorgeous skylights that let in natural light), while still protecting from the elements. Smart heaters are installed throughout the perimeter, set to turn on automatically when the temps drop. Newly installed fans keep the air fresh and flowing. Eddie’s Reserve Room serves anyone looking for a slightly elevated dining experience. It’s an adults-only space, meant for special celebrations and small private parties. Reservations for this space can be booked via the restaurant’s website.
Park your boat Anyone who’s spending the day on the lake may opt to pull their boat up to the small beach, just outside of Eddie’s. The beach is a shared space with neighboring restaurant, Havana 33. While there are no true docks, there is ample space for several boats. Steps lead patrons from the sand straight up to the outside Lagoon Bar, where they can sip on a cold beverage or order a full meal. All seating in the main restaurant is on a first come, first serve basis.
