The Yacht Club Boat and Tiki Bar sits at the Lake Chatuge Marina and is the most atmospheric place for a drink in the area. The Tiki Bar section is right on the water, with decks that look out across the lake toward the North Carolina ridgeline. In summer it hosts live music on weekend evenings — country, bluegrass, and the occasional cover band. The crowd is a mix of lake regulars and visitors, and it never feels too polished.
The food menu covers the expected marina territory — burgers, wings, sandwiches, and baskets — done competently. The beer selection leans local, with a few Blue Ridge craft options alongside the standards. In the colder months the indoor Yacht Club room keeps things going, though it loses some of the charm. Open seven days a week from late morning; closing time varies by season.