Backwater Jacks Waterfront Bar & Grill

Harbor Hop at the Lake is both the beginning and the end of the water festivities. The Spring Harbor Hop signifies that it's finally warm enough to start up the boat and prepare for the warm weather. The fall Harbor Hop reminds us that summer is over and we should celebrate another successful season. It's one of the favorite events for the best waterbar at the Lake of the Ozarks , and for good reason! From the best drink specials in the Lake area to the best poker hand you can make, Harbor Hop has you going from one place to another! The Poker Game The Harbor Hop allows people to play a poker game as they hop from one location to another. Players pay an optional donation fee of $20 to start their "hand". There are two options once play begins. The player can stay within one section of the Lake in an effort to qualify for the "bonus" round of winner drawings or go to all the sections available. All play stops at 7PM, or when all 7 cards are coll...

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...

Of all the restaurants and water bars at the Lake, only one stands out: Backwater Jack's. This weekend, we're pulling out all the stops! The best bar at Lake of the Ozarks is found right at our doors. Do you need reasons to check out the best restaurant in Osage Beach ? Here's 6+1!  1. Waterfront Bar View Eating seafood, drinking a Caribbean cocktail, you'd think the ocean would be right at your feet. And you'd be close! Our bar is right on the water at Lake of the Ozarks. Complete with palm trees and dock access, you will have a hard time explaining to friends that you didn't go down to the tropics! 2. Red Beans and Rice Red Beans and Rice is a dish as old as the bayou and blends a perfect mix of Cajun and Caribbean. This homemade mix of red beans, onions, green peppers, and Andouille sausage is mixed together with Cajun spices and thrown over wild rice. 3. Jack's Island Seafood Salad Do you enjoy Shellfish? Try one of our suc...

Are you looking for some great HOLIDAY FUN?  Lake of the Ozarks has some amazing events for everyone.  It may not be the prime time to be on the water, our land loving friends have a lot to choose from!!   Here are just a few of the things happening in the next couple of weeks. Christmas for Kids is the party to beat all parties at the Lake!  Sunday, December 8th at Country Club Hotel & Spa is the date so don't miss it! Reservations aren't necessary.  It's $20 and an unwrapped toy at the door.  Then dance the night away and shop the massive silent auction! Have a great time while helping kids in the Lake area that would otherwise not have gifts under the tree. Christmas on Main Street is in full swing at Main Street Music Hall. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday nightly at 7pm and Sunday matinees at 3pm. This festive show is sure to get you in the mood for all of the upcoming holiday festivities!!  The 29th Annual Lake Oza...

Welcome to Lake of the Ozarks Favorite Waterfront Bar & Grill  Backwater Jacks! Backwater Jack's An eclectic blend of food, drink & entertainment on the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks. Backwater Jack's  uniquely combines the styles and ingredients cultures of South Florida & the Caribbean with tradition favorites of the Midwest. Daily specials and LIVE Music! Come try our Coastal Cuisine with a Midwestern Flair at the Lake of the Ozarks!! Keep coming back to our Blog to learn about what's happening at the lake, our great menu and drink specials, our bands, and our bartenders and staff. Spring Harbor Hop 16th Annual Event! Coming up this weekend is the Lake of the Ozarks 2013 Spring Harbor Hop - Backwater Jacks will be part of this seasons opening event again this year!!  We'll be your checkpoint at the 17.5 mile marker! You say you haven't been to a 'hop' before?  If you like to gamble and have fun with your friends make th...