incarnation. With its diverse menu, fully renovated dining room and outdoor “Bier Garden” and backyard – the restaurant has really taken off in popularity, says owner Fred Kanos. “We wanted to give Lake Wylie something new and exciting,” he said. “It’s a nice, casual ambience that’s family friendly.” Go to copperpremiumpub.com or call 803-301-4797 for more information. Rey Azteca and its smaller sibling, Azteca Grill, are among Lake Wylie’s go-to spots for Mexican and Southwestern fare. While both offer outdoor dining, Rey Azteca in Lake Wylie Plaza shopping center is famous for its Cinco de Mayo festivities and occasional karaoke nights on the large covered deck. Locals especially favor the margaritas and cold cervezas from the full bar. Azteca Grill, in the Shoppes at the Landing center down the road, is smaller but with the same menu and offers inside and outside dining. Arrive by boat or by car, but visit T-Bones on the Lake directly beside the Buster Boyd Bridge for the area’s only on-water dining experience. Owner Haven Presley loves the menu this summer and admits to being a fan of kale salads – and the new marinated beet
(Photo and text / Jane DuBois)
Summer Splash 1 jigger Deep Eddy’s Grapefruit Vodka Crushed Ice Ginger Ale Don’t we all wish we could head to the islands at the beginning of June and not come home until September? I know I do! Well you can bring that vacation or resort feeling to your own backyard with summer cocktails, like the Summer Splash seen here. It’s perfect for adding that something extra to your casual get-togethers all summer long. Serve with super easy meats, veggies and even toasted bread from the grill!
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