The Foundry at Trilogy® Lake Norman

Name: The Foundry at Trilogy® Lake Norman
Address: 310 Exploration Boulevard, Denver, NC, United States, 28037
Telephone: (704) 585-8786
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

728 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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At The Foundry, we forge exceptional food and drink every day. The culinary team takes raw ingredients and crafts beautifully finished, bespoke plates, perfect for casual lunch or an anniversary dinner. Featuring local and regional house-crafted selections, the restaurant emphasizes healthy, freshly made and flavorful fare with a Southern twist, all pairing deliciously well with the Club’s signature drink, the Back Porch Sweet Tea. The experience at The Foundry is centered on three tried-and-true food and beverage tenets: it’s socially driven, locally inspired, and stylishly crafted.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Southern
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Bar Fri, Sat 8:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(704) 585-8786
Website
https://www.mytrilogylife.com/lakenorman/dining/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Matt Wenrich

Location
310 Exploration Boulevard, Denver, NC 28037
Neighborhood
Denver
Cross street
Across from East Lincoln High School on HWY 73
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
The Foundry is located behind the front gate. Once you arrive just let the attendant know you are dining at The Foundry, and they will gladly direct you to the restaurant. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

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Popular dishes

Cheesy Bread$9.00
mozz, garlic, marinara
House Meatballs**$11.00
reggiano parmigiano, grilled ciabatta bread
Mango & Prosciutto Bruschetta$12.00
goat cheese, sundried tomato, basil, balsamic drizzle
Baked Brie$13.00
toasted baguette, honeycomb, apricot preserves, chives, grapes
Carolina Wings$15.00
spicy house bbq, carrots, celery; choice of ranch or bleu cheese
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus$11.00
greek dressed vegetables, feta, flatbread; sub carrots & celery
Crispy Calamari$14.00
lemon aioli
Nueske's Bacon Truffle Mac & Cheese$15.00
smoked gouda, cavatappi pasta, parsley

Farm & Garden

add chicken +$5 | shrimp or salmon* +$7 | steak* +$9

Little House$5.00
mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, carrots, croutons
Antipasto$15.00
prosciutto, mozz, chickpeas, artichokes, olives, sherry vin
Brussels$13.00
baby sprouts, haricot verts, avocado, strawberries, cherry tomatoes, red wine vin
The Caesar$6.00
romaine, garlic croutons, reggiano parmigiano
Bacon & Bleu Wedge$8.00
iceberg, onions, bacon, tomato, crumbled bleu cheese

Handhelds

choice of crispy fries, house slaw, garlic parmesan fries

Millionaire Burger* **$15.00
certified angus chuck, white cheddar, bacon, lettuce, caramelized demi, onions, tomato, foundry sauce, brioche
Yard Bird$15.00
honey sriracha chicken, lime mayo, arugula, pickles
BBQ Pork Burnt Ends$16.00
pickled slaw, brioche bun
Stacked Reuben$15.00
corned beef, swiss, sauerkraut, smoked russian dressing, rye
Turkey Club$14.00
turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickle, cheese, foundry sauce

Pizza

small batch dough, made in house daily; sub gluten free crust +$2

Margherita$14.00
tomato, basil, pesto, mozz
Wild Mushroom$14.00
shaved parm, truffle oil, fresh arugula, mozz
Spicy Italian$16.00
pepperoni, italian sausage, prosciutto, salami, capicola, mozz, marinara
The Supreme$15.00
crumbled sausage, pepperoni, onions, peppers, olive, mushrooms, mozz, marinara
Chicken Alfredo$15.00
smoked bacon, mozz, basil, evoo

Chef's Table

sub cauliflower rice +$3

The Foundry Pot Roast**$21.00
garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal veg, demi-glace
Stir Fry$15.00
broccolini, bok choy, zucchini, carrots, squash, teriyaki, bell pepper, sushi rice
Spaghetti & Meatballs$15.00
house meatballs, fresh parsley, shaved parm, lemon & herb seasoned ricotta, toasted focaccia
Vegetable Risotto$16.00
charred corn, sundried tomatoes, buttered leeks, parm
Fish & Chips$19.00
beer-battered cod, house slaw, crispy fries
Mediterranean Chicken$21.00
artichokes, sundried tomato, capers, pappardelle pasta
Thai Chili Glazed Salmon*$22.00
orzo pasta, feta, cherry tomatoes, mint, lemon zest, fig balsamic reduction
Wood-Grilled Red Grouper*$26.00
southern succotash, andouille sausage, chimichurri
12oz Berkshire Pork Chop$25.00
smothered mushrooms, herb fingerling potatoes
Steak Frites*$25.00
hanger steak, truffle parm fries, mushrooms, house-made steak sauce
Steak 310*$35.00
8oz filet, garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal veg, brandy peppercorn thyme sauce

Dessert

Famous Butter Cake**$6.00
whiskey sauce, marinated berries, vanilla ice cream
Cookie Skillet$6.00
wood-fried chocolate chip cookie, chocolate sauce, vanilla ice cream
Croissant Bread Pudding$6.00
butter pecan ice cream, caramel sauce

What 728 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Charlotte
Great for Lunch
Charlotte
Great for Lunch
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Firsttimer
Charlotte
48 reviews
vip
4.0
48 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Everyone in our party enjoyed their selections. Service was outstanding. The young lady that took care of us was knowledgeable, attentive and clearly knew the menu and wine list. Management checked in with us multiple times during the evening.
SM
StaciM
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the Foundry. Food is always great and service is as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome place! Great food and pretty atmosphere!
BM
BarbaraM
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time visiting and we’re pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food and the ambience. Six of us on a high top all of whom agreed it was a great visit.
DM
DeborahM
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great service, good food, and wonderful staff
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We sat outside & everything was wonderful. The hostess gladly helped us move tables to accommodate our group, the waitress was prompt & helpful with information about the menu and specials, and the food and drinks were delicious. It was a perfect evening for our family, thank you!
MA
MARGOA
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great dinner with family. It was fun watching the corn hole. Great variety on the menu and everyone thought their meal was delicious.
D
Delicious
Charlotte
93 reviews
vip
5.0
93 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and Alexis provided outstanding service. Can’t wait for the next visit
AD
AlenaD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love The Foundry at Trilogy and always enjoy our dinners there. I wish they can add live music for Saturday nights.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
It was good
AM
AlanM
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The new team has just got into their new stride. All were very friendly, and the food came out at the proper temperature.
BS
BenS
Nashville
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2022
overall3food5service2ambience4
we had to wait at leader 15 minutes after being seated before our server Hadleigh realized that we were there She did comp our food by 50% for the inconvenience
PF
PriscillaF
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Louisa is a terrific server. Lauren/Sam are great bartenders
I
Ivorypearlcat
Charlotte
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good experience. Vey quiet when we arrived but noisier the longer we stayed as more people came. There was a wine tasting event and think it would have been better to hold it in the living room area so it wouldn’t be as noisy in the dining area. Looking forward to some new menu items that I have been told are coning soon! I hope there is a total revamp if the desserts. How about homemade icecream and a good berry crisp?
ST
ST26
San Francisco
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience4
Average quality for meals. Dessert was excellent. Service was very good.
AQ
AnnieQ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2022
overall5food3service4ambience5
Our beef was over cooked.. we did a new plate and it was fabulous.
CB
CareBear
Charlotte
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience3
They’re truly struggling. The pizza was disgusting! No one in our group of 4 finished their pizza and everyone ended up throwing it out. Crust visibly burnt (black with heavy char taste) yet the cheese wasn’t even melted or stringy. It had obviously been sitting waiting for delivery. Salads were gross. Wilted lettuce and croutons were a very sorry attempt to use leftover cornbread. Yardbird sandwich has changed in two week’s time since having it last. Not nearly as good. Won’t be ordering that again. The only thing they didn’t mess up was the side of fries. They should have never let Mark leave.
BB
BruceB
Charlotte
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Had the brunch menu special, shrimp and grits bordered with a rich, brown chorizo gravy. Flavorful and tasty, grits, smooth and well done.
BB
BruceB
Charlotte
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Family dinner. Had 3 specials, 2 scallops, one prime rib, $34.00 per. Went with chili bowl and fish & chips, always good. Don't forget the bread pudding, hot, creamy with vanilla ice cream scoop.
JP
JeffP
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall2food1service4ambience3
Reservation at 5:45, seated at 6:45. They did give us a drink on the house. Prime Rib night, ordered 2 medium rare, got well done. Sent back, well done again. Then manager came over with a practically raw piece. It was sad, but the waiter was very nice and apologetic. We live here and that will be our last time dining there.
TN
TrilogyNeighbor
Charlotte
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Prime Rib special was delicious (though it could have been a little thicker). Scallop weekly special was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for their 1st prime rib special night. It was very good.
MI
MIMI
Charlotte
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Everything we have ever ordered has been delicious! Love eating at The Foundry!
CH
CHRISTOPHERE
Charlotte
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience1
We were sat in the back by ourselves and forgotten about. Yes we had reservations. No one took our order or drinks for 15 minutes. Couldn't get refills. My sandwich was cold. Only good thing was the fries were delicious. Not a great experience at all.
AM
AgnesM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I highly recommend this restaurant if you want something above the norm. We were able to relax enjoy our food and company. The atmosphere is extremely inviting but not stuffy. This is my third time here and I will be back again.
EO
ElsieO
Charlotte
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience3
Salad had rotting lettuce. Sent it back. Too noisy. Poor music
DS
DebraS
Charlotte
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2022
overall2food1service4ambience3
There was a very limited menu provided on the night we ate at The Foundry. I feel we should have been made aware of that when our reservations were confirmed. There were no entrees. We tried to make a meal out of a shared order of calamari and a dinner salad. The calamari was the worst I have ever been served. It was so tough as to be tasteless and the marinara for a dip was still simmering it was so hot; too hot to be used. Our server did a great job, but I will not be dining at this restaurant for a very long time, if ever again.
LC
LenoreC
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The place was decorated beautifully! The service was excellent and the food was prepared and presented well. I would recommend The Foundry for a meal for anyone looking for nice atmosphere and food to have brunch on a Sunday.
BS
BenS
Nashville
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
we had Sunday lunch at the Foundry. as usual, the food ordered was good and plentiful. the negative was that they ran out of orange juice for the mimosas. so, it was Sunday with $5 mimosas. the restaurant opens at 11:00. we were there at 1:00. and they were out of orange juice in just two hours??? poor planning from the bar staff i guess…
R
Rick
Charlotte
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good place with casual environment. Reasonably priced food and beverages. Unique atmosphere with. Monitors to enjoy watching sports. Weekly drink and food specials available. Food prepared to order. Great pizza oven.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Kate was exceptional along with our food❣️
CJ
CorinnaJ
Naples
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service did not disappoint. This restaurant is consistent.
DB
DavidB
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a delay and had to change the time of our reservation. No problem in doing so. Food was very good and the service was exceptional ! Extremely good atmosphere!
B
Bailey
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, friendly staff, great food, very nice atmosphere! Highly recommend!!!
LS
LessS
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always a great time with great food and drinks! Highly recommend!!
SB
SherylB
Atlanta
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Overall, we were pleased. Disappointments were the slaw with my fish and chips. It was a bitter leafy green. Also, the noise level makes it hard to talk. Server was very good, especially considering that she covered tables and the bar.
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Phil
Western NC
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience3
As a resident of Trilogy for over six years I was disappointed that in the food. We have had better.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great food and service.
K
Krohbar
Charlotte
13 reviews
2.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience3
Calamari and fish fry were over cooked, we actually aren’t sure there was any calamari in the breading. We paid too much for a dinner we didn’t enjoy
JL
JaneL
Charlotte
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2022
overall3food5service1ambience5
Waited 1hr for food. They did give us a free desert. Our waiter kept coming over to tell us it usually doesn’t take this long.

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You can order delivery directly from The Foundry at Trilogy® Lake Norman using the Order Online button.

The Foundry at Trilogy® Lake Norman is rated 4.6 stars by 728 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

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Google Map for The Foundry at Trilogy® Lake Norman

310 Exploration Boulevard, Denver, NC 28037

Additional information

Cross street
Across from East Lincoln High School on HWY 73
Neighborhood
Denver
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Bar Fri, Sat 8:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
The Foundry is located behind the front gate. Once you arrive just let the attendant know you are dining at The Foundry, and they will gladly direct you to the restaurant. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Matt Wenrich
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://www.mytrilogylife.com/lakenorman/dining/
Phone number
(704) 585-8786

The Foundry at Trilogy® Lake Norman

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Cheesy Bread$9.00

House Meatballs**$11.00

Mango & Prosciutto Bruschetta$12.00

Baked Brie$13.00

Carolina Wings$15.00

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus$11.00

Crispy Calamari$14.00

Nueske's Bacon Truffle Mac & Cheese$15.00

Farm & Garden

Little House$5.00

Antipasto$15.00

Brussels$13.00

The Caesar$6.00

Bacon & Bleu Wedge$8.00

Handhelds

Millionaire Burger* **$15.00

Yard Bird$15.00

BBQ Pork Burnt Ends$16.00

Stacked Reuben$15.00

Turkey Club$14.00

Pizza

Margherita$14.00

Wild Mushroom$14.00

Spicy Italian$16.00

The Supreme$15.00

Chicken Alfredo$15.00

Chef's Table

The Foundry Pot Roast**$21.00

Stir Fry$15.00

Spaghetti & Meatballs$15.00

Vegetable Risotto$16.00

Fish & Chips$19.00

Mediterranean Chicken$21.00

Thai Chili Glazed Salmon*$22.00

Wood-Grilled Red Grouper*$26.00

12oz Berkshire Pork Chop$25.00

Steak Frites*$25.00

Steak 310*$35.00

Dessert

Famous Butter Cake**$6.00

Cookie Skillet$6.00

Croissant Bread Pudding$6.00

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