Based on the reviews, Lily's appears to be off to a rocky start. My wife and I have dined here several times since it opened as its very close to home and different than anything else in the Lake Wylie area. We've tried several dishes and they have - hands down - the best spaghetti and meatballs in the Charlotte area. Definitely better than the chain choices like Maggiano's or Buca Di Beppo.
We've never had any service issues that other's have complained about. Service is always speedy and extra polite in nicely pressed clothes and aprons giving an air of sophistication and specialness to every meal.
What the owners have done to the interior of what used to be a Japanese steakhouse is a real testament to wise design choices. A few booths are tucked into the far side of the restaurant and some nice larger tables in the center, and a few romantic two-tops on the edges. There is also one large table right at the entrance for large groups. There is a small bar which has local brews on draft as well as a few stools for those so inclined to prefer bar seating. The lighting is soft, dark enough for an intimate romantic dinner, but bright enough that a social night out with friends feels open and inviting.
Sweetwater, Copper, or T-Bones this is not - and that is a nice choice to have in an area inundated with bars and party places which seem to have taken over the Lake Wylie restaurant scene.
There is one caveat to my 5 star review - as some other reviewers have mentioned, the bread served with the entrees is a crunchy, bruschetta style bread served in one or two small slices. Especially with my favorite spaghetti and meatballs dish, this is just not serviceable. It would be nice if there were other bread choices offered.