Backwater Jacks Waterfront Bar & Grill

Labor Day is a popular time to head to the lake for a 3-day weekend full of fun, sun, and excitement. There are lots of places to visit while you are here, but today's blog has all the reasons you need to put our incredible waterfront bar & restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks at the top of your "to-do" list for the holiday. There's so much to do, see, hear, and taste at Backwater Jack' s, you may never want to leave!   #1 - Easy to Reach by Water or by Land It doesn't matter if you're traveling by boat or by car, it's easy to find us both ways. We've greatly expanded our parking lot this year, and all the cabs know how to find us. Just tell them " I've gotta get back to Backwater Jack's! " They'll know how to get you here, and they'll be happy to come back later and pick you up.  We are located in Osage Beach off of Osage Beach Parkway. From there you take Beach Drive to Cocu Court, and you can't mis...

We've been seeing a lot of rainy days here lately at Backwater Jack's , and we're very anxious for a sunny weekend to get here. (It's in the forecast!!!) The wet weather doesn't stop our awesome customers from coming out to the best waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks  though, because there's plenty of room inside to stay dry and still get your Backwater Jack's fix for the day. No matter what the weather decides to bring, we still find a way for you to have a great time.  Rain A rainy day may keep you from wanting to jump into the best pool at the Lake of the Ozarks , but it doesn't mean that you have to hide inside. Sitting on our covered deck, watching a gentle rain fall over that gorgeous lake is one of the most serene and relaxing experiences you can have. You'll stay plenty dry, but still be able to enjoy the nice summer temperatures.  Storms When that delicate rain picks up and takes a turn for the worst, no need to he...

Backwater Jack's is the best place to enjoy summer at the Lake of the Ozarks. With beautiful views of the water, live music six days a week, and amazing food and drinks, it truly is the best waterfront bar and grill at the Lake of the Ozarks . This winter, Backwater Jack's is undergoing, even more, renovations! Your favorite Lake of the Ozarks waterfront restaurant is letting you in on what we're doing this winter to make Backwater Jack's even better!  A Pool With A View Although you may not want to dip in an outdoor pool this time of the year, you will definitely want to enjoy it this summer! Luckily, Backwater Jack's is adding a sizable entertainment pool with a swim-up tiki bar. This pool will be built on an 8.69-acre piece of vacant property that is adjacent to the restaurant. The new pool will be shallow, which will be perfect for sunbathing and splashing. There will be an extensive deck that will surround the pool for sunning and mingling, which will ...

Going out to your favorite waterfront bar at the Lake of the Ozarks to get your favorite libation is just around the corner. Sipping a cocktail on our back deck while enjoying our South Florida and Caribbean cuisine and our beautiful view, is a favorite for locals and visitors alike.  All of us have a "favorite drink", but what do you know about the liquors used to make them? We know you love our bomb shots and frozen pains, but let's dig deeper and reveal some facts about hard liquor that you may not have heard before!  One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer While we don’t necessarily subscribe to George Thorogood’s suggestion to do all 3 at once, we do have some OUTSTANDING alcohol choices at Backwater Jacks.  Here’s a little bit about each type of alcohol to help you choose wisely. Bourbon - Only from the United States Bourbon derives its name from where it was originally made, Bourbon County, Kentucky. While bourbon is no longer made in Bour...

At the Lake of the Ozarks' best waterfront bar , we're always looking for new and fun ways to spice up your favorite meals.  Thanksgiving food doesn't have to be solely about turkey and stuffing!  Why not take the best parts of Thanksgiving - the food, the family, the atmosphere - and adapt it to other cultures? Check out these fun-filled ideas to take your holiday celebrations to a whole new level! Mexican Thanksgiving Our neighboring country has a rich history of food and culture. Why not celebrate your Thanksgiving with a Mexican twist? Instead of a wide assortment of turkey, ham, stuffing, and cranberry sauce, you can have a blend of chorizo, chicken, tacos, burritos, and queso dip! Take your celebrations to the next level by breaking out your best sombrero and Poncho Villa outfit and wearing the costumes while you feast. Afterward, you can have traditional flan and churros in lieu of apple pie. Asian Thanksgiving Asian cuisine has been growing and evol...

This past Summer season was an absolute success.  The Lake's best waterbar was visited by thousands of people; locals and tourists alike. We were given awards for our food, given shout-outs for our atmosphere, and all around given praise for having the best restaurant at Lake of the Ozarks . We haven't forgotten how we earned all of those kudos either! Let's look back at some of the reviews and posts written by customers on our Facebook page and remember the Summer season 2015! Jared  —   5 star Love this place!!! Great food, staff, and entertainment!!! Always a definite stop on our vacations on the lake!!! Thanks for making us a permanent part of your vacations Jared! We appreciate all your support! Corey   —   5 star Best food on the water. Love the poppers and the Cuban! Corey, We hope you'll branch out next season and try some of our other dishes too, like our award winning Fried Potato Salad! (Pssst, the Cuban is one of our favorites ...

Finally, fall is here. The weather is cooling off and that means it's time for you to cool off too! Come enjoy the fall weather while watching the Lake at our waterbar at Lake of the Ozarks . You could be enjoying one of these fine beverages while you wait on the delicious food!  Specialty Cocktails at Backwater Jack's Rehab Quench your thirst and throw some electrolytes down the hatch! This concoction combines ABSOLUT Mandarin Vodka and Orange Gatorade. Cheese Cake Drink your favorite dessert! Cruzan Vanilla Rum with cranberry and pineapple Juice. Beri Beri Licious We take Three Olive's Berry Vodka and Pinnacle Raspberry Vodka, throw them together with some Sierra Mist, and top it off with a hint of grenadine to give you a taste of the tropics! Hawaiian Dream Wake up, this thing ain't gonna drink itself! ABSOLUT, Cruzan Pineapple Rum, DeKuyper Blue Curacao and a splash of pineapple juice on top... all you're missing is a hula skirt a...

Labor Day Weekend is about to hit the Lake of the Ozarks full-force, and you had better be here at at Backwater Jack's Bar & Grill to help us celebrate! We have everything you need to celebrate this holiday weekend in classic and awesome lake life style. Are you excited?? Labor Day Weekend at Backwater Jack's! Even though fall does not technically begin until September 21st, Labor Day is unofficially viewed as the last weekend of summer. Our team at the best waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks is here to help you make the most of it. Here are three great reasons to celebrate your holiday with Backwater Jack's. 1. Our drinks can help you GET THE PARTY STARTED. Let's be honest - your holiday weekend just wouldn't be the same without the drinks! Our bartenders have a huge arsenal of incredible cocktails just waiting to blow your mind. What's your style? Wine? Beer? A tantalizing cocktail? No matter what you choose, we're  sure that y...