Backwater Jacks Waterfront Bar & Grill

Backwater Jack's features a delicious menu that combines the styles and ingredients of South Florida and the Caribbean with traditional favorites of the Midwest. Joined with our popular frozen refreshments and fantastic live entertainment, it's no wonder Backwater Jack's is known for the best food, drinks, and entertainment at the Lake of the Ozarks . We plan on bringing back the old favorites and more, so don't miss out!   MENU We offer coastal cuisine with a Midwestern flair at the Lake of the Ozarks! Some of our made from scratch favorites include Jack's Seafood Nachos, The Cuban, Crab Rangoon, Jalapeno Poppers and more. You won't want to miss our authentic Cajun dishes!  Take a peek at some of the tasty choices we have available on the menu: Appetizers, Salads, & Soups Wings  Jack’s Red Beans & Rice  Onion Rings  Stuffed Mushrooms  Buffalo Shrimp Boiled Spiced Shrimp  The Backwater Cobb Salad Jack’s ...

Don't let go of summer just yet! School may have already started, but we still have several more weeks of summer fun ahead of us - and the Shootout Poker Run on Friday is a GREAT example! Come join your friends at the b est waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks for an awesome day on the water filled with sunshine, boating, food and drinks, and - of course - poker! The Shootout Poker Run - Friday, August 28th It's one of our FAVORITE annual events, and this year promises to be better than ever.  Backwater Jack's Bar & Grill is excited to be a big part of the Shootout Poker Run 2015. Breakfast will be available right here at our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront restaurant to help you kick-start your fun-filled day on the water. The Shootout Poker Run - Quick Facts There's a lot of information on this fast-paced event! Here are some quick bullet points to outline everything you need to know to plan a Poker Run that you won't soon forget: Boat...

Boating, swimming, fishing, water skiing, jet skiing, tubing, hiking, wake boarding... the fun activities available to people all over the Lake Area are endless. Everyone talks about fueling boats and your cars so that they're ready to take you on all your grand adventures. We may not hear about fueling your body quite as often, but that doesn't mean it is any less important! Before heading out for a day full of action (or after a long day on the water), come on out to the best waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks to fill up on the best food at the Lake. Here's a sneak peek at one particularly popular section of our menu: Sandwiches & Burgers! Sandwiches & Burgers @ Backwater Jack's All sandwiches and burgers are served with lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pickle, and your choice of a side. Add cheese, bacon, sauteed mushrooms, or onions for only 75¢ each. Substitute a house salad for your side for only 99¢. Triple Decker BLT A toasted tripl...

WHO'S HUNGRY?? The week after Memorial Day is usually a bit hectic for everyone, and this year has been no exception. We've all been rushing around like crazy trying to get everything done, but now we've finally made it - it's FRIDAY! It's time to head out to your favorite waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks and enjoy some delicious food and ice-cold drinks. We've got plenty of exquisite options awaiting you at Backwater Jack's Bar & Grill ! APPETIZERS, SALADS, & SOUPS Chicken Strips Wings Jack's Seafood Nachos Quesadillas Onion Rings Stuffed Mushrooms Crab Rangoon Buffalo Shrimp Jalapeno Poppers Jack's Red Beans & Rice Oysters on the 1/2 Shell Boiled Spiced Shrimp The Backwater Cobb Salad Jack's Island Seafood Salad HOUSE MADE SIDE DISHES Fried Potato Salad Broccoli Crown Fries Cole Slaw Sugar Snap Peas Baked Potato (after 4:00 PM) THE SANDWICH COUNTER Jack's Buffalo Chick...

With so many things to do, places to go, and things to see around the Lake of the Ozarks, sometimes it can be hard to make up your mind! We are here to make the decision easier on you, though, by reminding you that there's really only one place that stands above all the rest: Backwater Jack's Bar & Grill! If you're still on the fence, consider these top reasons why Backwater Jack's is the best place to eat at the Lake of the Ozarks . 1. Backwater Jack's has the BEST daily specials at the Lake of the Ozarks : Monday: Great deals on delicious snow crab PLUS Rum Runner & Pain in the A** specials Tuesday: Buy one shot of Jose Cuervo or Suaza and get one free, OR buy one house Marg and get one free Wednesday: Take $5 off any bottle of wine, or get $1 off a glass of any house wine Thursday: Peel & Eat Shrimp for $0.75, Oysters for $0.99, and Wings for $0.39 Friday & Saturday: Bomb Buckets and the Best Live Music at the Lake of the Ozarks Sunda...

Has spring fever caught you yet? It usually runs rampant this time of year. Common symptoms include restlessness, a desire to be outdoors, and difficulty focusing at work. If you or someone you know has displayed any of these symptoms, take action immediately - come find the cure at Backwater Jack's Bar & Grill ! Be Active People tend to be far less active during the winter months, so when spring finally rolls around, they have a lot of pent-up energy that needs to be released. Come on out and get moving at our waterfront restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks - climb in your boats and travel by water to come see us, or bust out your dance moves while listening to the best live music at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Stimulate Your Senses One common symptom of spring fever is increased excitement for no specific reason - or at least, no obvious reason. Many people have attributed this increased excitement to the stimulation of senses that have been dormant for the winter mont...

Are you looking forward to another great summer at the Lake of the Ozarks? OF COURSE you are! Great summers don't just happen, though - it takes careful measuring and mixing to design the perfect summer. Lucky for you, the team at Backwater Jack's Bar & Grill is here to let you in on four secret ingredients that are sure to make this summer one for the record books! Ingredient #1: Boating On the Lake of the Ozarks There's no better way to reset and recharge than boating on the Lake of the Ozarks! That's why Backwater Jack's has its own large, private dock - our customers can jump in their boats and come enjoy the best food in Osage Beach ! After all, why take the car when you could take the BOAT instead?? Ingredient #2: Great Food (That YOU Didn't Have To Make!) Even the people who love cooking will agree that sometimes, they just don't feel like doing it. If you've had a long day, the last thing you need is to come home and slave away in...

The first day of school generally marks the beginning of autumn in most people's minds, but Backwater Jack's isn't ready to give up on this summer just quite yet! The Lake of the Ozarks' best waterfront restaurant is gearing up for an incredible holiday weekend, and want you to be a part of it. Head on out to the heart of Osage Beach for a weekend you won't forget - if you can remember it in the first place! Griffin & the Gargoyles on Friday! Live Music There's a reason why our friends consider us the home of the best entertainment at the Lake of the Ozarks . This holiday weekend, we're hosting the best talent the mid-Missouri has to offer. Join us tomorrow for the start of a long weekend - we'll have live music here every day from Wednesday to Monday! -- WEDNESDAY, August 27 -- 2 Johnnies on the Spot Moon Dogs on Monday! -- THURSDAY, August 28 -- South 5 Band -- FRIDAY, August 29 --  Griffin & the Gargoyles ...

Who wants to raise money for a great cause - and enter for a chance to earn a little extra cash for yourself at the same time?! If that sounds like your kind of deal, head on to Backwater Jack's on the morning of Friday, August 22nd for the Shootout Poker Run 2014 . The Overview Participants will get to enjoy the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks  in all its summer glory! Pick up a poker card at each of the participating locations around the Lake to get a total of eight cards, then pick the best five and submit it as your official poker hand!  The Winnings Payouts will be given to the following winning hands: 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place Worst Hand - must have 5 cards! The Details The entry fee is $150 and includes: One poker hand (a card drawn at each stop) Two poker run t-shirts Two $10 dinner or drink coupons One Captain's Bag One DVD Breakfast for two at Backwater Jack's ! Additional items may be purchased at the following rates: Additi...