The Lake House

If you're on Lake Gaston, this is the only game in town for Friday and Saturday night. Excellent DJ's, karaoke, and a top-notch staff. The bartenders are all over your drink order right away, and the place is usually packed, even in the winter.

Typical bar fare for food -- nothing that'll knock your socks off, but enough to satisfy a craving while you throw back a few beers.

Smokers rejoice; you can smoke here due to a grandfathered clause for cigar bars. Non-smokers probably won't be bothered by the smoke, due to very good ventilation fans, etc. I'm very sensitive to smoke, and it doesn't bother me personally.