Lost Paddle Tavern and Kayak Shop in Lillington, NC

Lost Paddle Tavern and Kayak Shop


Located right next door to Cape Fear River Adventures, Lost Paddle Tavern is a casual, family friendly pub-grub eatery. They focus on North Carolina craft beer and hard cider and serve cooked-to-order pub-style dishes. It has a casual, cheery, outdoorsy atmosphere with a spacious patio overlooking the Cape Fear River and limited indoor booth and bar seating. Lost Paddle Tavern boasts a considerably large selection of local North Carolina craft beer and hard cider, with 16 brews on draft and many other craft beers and ciders both in bottles and cans.

Choose from a delicious selection of flatbread pizzas, fresh Angus burgers, tacos, salads, hot sandwiches, and delectable finger-foods. Gluten Free buns, wraps, and tacos are available upon request, in addition to vegetarian options, like the Beyond Burger or Mahi-Mahi tacos.



Tacos on patio at Lost Paddle Tavern in lillington, NC

Slider and drinks at Lost Paddle Tavern in lillington, NC

Needing to satisfy that sweet tooth? No worries! There are also scrumptious cheesecake, banana pudding, and strawberry shortcake desserts available too!

Lost Paddle Tavern’s huge grassy lawn is also available for swinging on the swing-set or on the provided cozy hammocks, playing field games (footballs, frisbees, and cornhole boards are a complimentary perk for our guests!), or just laying out a blanket and enjoying the river. On weekends during the warmer months, there is also live music. Follow Lost Paddle Tavern on Facebook to hear about upcoming live music, fun events, featured dishes, and more news. The tavern also shares the building with Lost Paddle Kayak Shop!

Come on over to the Lost Paddle Tavern after your river trip with Cape Fear River Adventures and relax! There’s something for everyone 😊


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