Backwater Jacks Waterfront Bar & Grill

We claim to be the best waterfront bar & restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks for quite a few very good reasons, but you don't have to take our word for it. Instead, take a look at some of the recent reviews happy Backwater Jack's customers have left for us online. If you haven't checked us out already, maybe these will convince you that you should!  " This place is great to cool off and have some yummy food. You can actually pull your boat right in and then walk across to the restaurant. Food was good very good. " - Cathy Cortese , Google review " LOVE THE PAPER STRAWS! Way to go for being one of the first to change in a state that is a little behind the rest of our earth-conscious friends. Great food, amazing atmosphere. " - Jade Reinhart , Facebook review " Fabulous, fun, great food, amazing atmosphere... If you want a lounge chair or pool side table...get there early!!! MUST try the Grouper fingers!!!! DELISH " - Ta...

Memorial Day Weekend 2019 is upon us and your favorite waterfront bar & restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks is ready for action! The lake area is full of awesome things to do, especially on a holiday weekend, but today's blog has 5 excellent reasons why you should spend most of your 3-day weekend (and maybe an extended 4th or 5th day) at Backwater Jack's .   Awesome Live Music The best live music at the Lake of the Ozarks always finds its way to the stage at Backwater Jack's This holiday weekend, these bands are going to blow you away! Friday, May 24 Griffin & the Gargoyles Saturday, May 25 The Zeroes Sunday, May 26 The Zeroes Monday, May 27 TBD (Keep an eye on our Facebook page for the most current updates!)  Spectacular Pool Parties Saturday AND Monday! A holiday weekend means it's time for another Zero Ducks Given Pool Party on May 25, 2019 ! These 21+ party rock pool parties take place on the Saturday of big holiday weeken...

Memorial Day Weekend is right around the corner and now's a great time to make plans to visit our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront bar & restaurant . We have a ton of fun in store for the upcoming holiday weekend. Great dance music, refreshing drinks, and a pool party are all coming your way when you visit Backwater Jack's -- now that sounds like a holiday party! May Music Lineup at Backwater Jack's: Stevie Newman Band Friday, May 17 Phat Mike & the Bartenders Saturday, May 18 London Strangers Sunday, May 19 Phat Mike & the Bartenders Thursday, May 23, 2019 Griffin & the Gargoyles Friday, May 24, 2019 The Zeros Saturday, May 25, 2019 The Zeros Sunday, May 26 TBD Monday, May 27 London Strangers Wednesday, May 29 Stevie Newman Band Thursday, May 30 Christiana Friday, May 31 Zero Ducks Given Pool Party: Come join us on Saturday, May 25th for the first ZERO DUCKS GIVEN pool party of th...

You'll find the best sushi at the Lake of the Ozarks poolside inside the Sushi & Asian Grill at Backwater Jack's in Osage Beach. People have been raving about it ever since it debuted a couple of summers ago, and this year some irresistible new items have been added to that already amazing menu.  The culinary artists from Jina Yoo's Asian Bistro out of Columbia, MO are back again this year with those amazing dishes you've been craving since last fall! Take a look at what we've got waiting for you the next time you get back to Backwater Jack's.  STARTERS BWJ Nachos - wonton chips - grilled chicken - mozzarella - pepper jack cheese - salsa - house pickled jalapeno - black bean aioli (you may sub grilled pork or tuna or add guacamole for a small additional charge) Crabby Basket - Dungeness crab & pepper jack filled crab rangoons - spicy ginger vinaigrette Pork Gyoza - 6 fried or steamed gyoza - soy ginger vinaigrette  *New! Veggie Gyoz...

It's a lot easier to get back to Backwater Jack's when you're sleeping right next door! Our "Cozy House" is only about a 100-foot sidewalk stroll from all the fun going on at our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront bar & restaurant . We've still got a few dates open this summer that you'll want to book right away before someone beats you to it! 3 Rental Options Our incredible waterfront vacation house rental at the Lake of the Ozarks is available in 3 different ways. You can book both floors and have the entire house to yourself or rent the upper or lower levels individually.   The Entire Cozy House If you choose to book the entire house, it can accommodate up to 16 guests and you have both levels for a private getaway for you and the family or a bunch of friends. On the other hand, if you only need space for up to 8 people and don't mind some neighbors, one of the following options may better suit your needs. The Upper Level The upper l...