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Enzo's on the Lake

Updated 2026-08-18 · 6,088 reviewed · 140 listed · Scored from 1,233 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(1233) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified expensive
Traditional Smokehouse BBQTexas-Style BBQCarolina-Style BBQRib House / Ribs SpecialistBBQ Buffet
Enzo's on the Lake
Price
expensive
Services
Traditional Smokehouse BBQ, Texas-Style BBQ, Carolina-Style BBQ
Reviews
1233

What recent reviews say

Enzo's delivers a polished fine dining experience centered on Italian food, lake views, and attentive service; most reviewers praise the elegant atmosphere and staff warmth. Recent visits surface concerns about consistency in the kitchen, particularly with proteins and bread preparation, suggesting the restaurant may be in transition.

Praised for
  • beautiful lakeside setting
  • attentive, friendly staff
  • high-quality Italian cuisine
  • fine dining atmosphere
  • scenic views especially at sunset
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent food quality recently
  • overcooked proteins in takeaway
  • burnt or soggy bread
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Best for: couples seeking date-night ambiance and special occasions like birthdays or anniversaries
Think twice if: recent reports of inconsistent food quality; takeaway may not meet dine-in standards

Strengths

  • lakeside setting with sunset views
  • fine dining Italian cuisine
  • established since 1980
  • full-service with private event space

Worth knowing

  • Server Brandon noted for outstanding service
  • takeaway quality issues with overcooked shrimp and clams, burnt bread
  • outdoor lakeside seating available in good weather
  • Dover sole and steak dishes mentioned in complaints

What reviews say by service

Traditional Smokehouse BBQ
no review text mentions smokehouse or BBQ smoking practices
Texas-Style BBQ
no review text mentions Texas-style BBQ
Carolina-Style BBQ
no review text mentions Carolina-style BBQ
Rib House / Ribs Specialist
no review text mentions ribs or rib-focused service
BBQ Buffet
no review text mentions buffet service

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.51 average across the 124 traditional smokehouse bbq businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 76% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
963
4
131
3
56
2
35
1
48

Common questions

Does Enzo's take reservations?
Yes; the business lists reservations as a service on their website.
Can I dine outside?
Yes, outdoor lakeside seating overlooking the water is available in good weather, with views particularly striking at sunset.
Do they offer private events?
Yes; private events are listed among their services.
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Last updated 2026-08-18