Backwater Jacks Waterfront Bar & Grill

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 Bourbon - Only from the United States Bourbon derives its name from where it was originally made, Bourbon County, Kentucky.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...

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...

WOW, it's hot outside! After weeks of rain and unusually mild temperatures, summer has hit the Lake full force. Don't let the crazy heat get the best of you! Your friends at Backwater Jack's Bar & Grill have the secret weapons you need to cool yourself off after all that fun in the sun: our incredible specialty cocktails! Grab a glass, kick back, and relax at the Lake of the Ozarks' best waterfront bar . Boat Drinks @ Backwater Jack's Our very own JJ Gladden won best bartender at the Lake of the Ozarks for a reason! We have all the thirst-quenchers you need to round out another perfect day on the water. Come by and see for yourself! Rehab Absolut Mandarin & Orange Gatorade Cheese Cake Cruzan Vanilla Rum with cranberry & pineapple juices - tastes even better than the real thing! Beri Beri Licious Three Olives Berry Vodka, Pinnacle Raspberry Vodka, Sierra Mist, and a splash of Rose's Grenadine Hawaii...