Backwater Jacks Waterfront Bar & Grill

A new year is here and that means new boats for 2014!  Take a look at some of these beauties new to the market this year.  Then come join us at the Lake of the Ozarks this summer to see if you can spot any of them out on the water!  And after you work up an appetite looking at boats all day, stop by Backwater Jack's for some of the Best Food Lake of the Ozarks has to offer!   Sea Ray 350 SLX All new for 2014 is the Sea Ray 350 SLX.  This new beauty is redefining "Day Boat" and has seating for up to 18.  With Sea Ray's Next Wave innovations, you'll experience a superior ride and handling. As their largest premium bowrider, the 350 SLX comes with increased power while keeping the noise down with our Quiet Ride engineering and technology.  For more information visit:  http://searay.com/ Bayliner 642 Overnighter The all-new 642 Overnighter is a stylish and versatile Cuddy model.  It was designed with open-water cruising,...

...and that means Indulging in some Good Ole Cajun Food  Mardi Gras is a popular phenomenon dating back thousands of years ago.  Also known as Carnival, it is celebrated in many countries around the world on the day before Lent begins. Some of the holiday's most famous public festivities take place in Brazil, Venice and of course New Orleans! Each year these festivities draw thousands of tourists wanting to join in the celebration. The History of Mardi Gras Historians date Mardi Gras back thousands of years to pagan celebrations of spring and fertility. When Christianity arrived in Rome, religious leaders decided to incorporate the popular local traditions of Saturnalia and Luypercalia into the new faith rather than abolishing them.  Mardi Gras, along with Christianity, spread from Rome to other European countries such as France, Germany, Spain and England. Traditionally, people would binge on all the meat, eggs, milk and cheese in their house in preparation f...

Mark Your Calendars...the 2014 Missouri Boat Shows are Almost Here As we wrap up 2013 and jump into the new year, be sure to add some Missouri Boat Shows to your 2014 agenda!  Attending boat shows is a great way to see what new products are out there. You can compare the latest models and get your questions answered all in one place.  Be sure to add these dates to your calendars now: Springfield Boat, Sport and RV Show - January 10-12 at Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex Overland Park Boat Show - January 23-26 at the Overland Park Convention Center Kansas City Boat and Sportshow - January 23-26 at Bartle Hall - Kansas City Convention Center St. Louis Boat and Sportshow - February 26 - March 2 at America’s Center & Edward Jones Dome St. Charles Boat Show - March 6-9 at the St. Charles Convention Center  At the boat shows, not only will you find boats, but tons of other boat-related products.  Whether your planning to b...

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...

We cannot believe we are more than half way through October!!  This summer has been a great one, but it is almost time for Backwater Jacks to wind down for the season.  We are still open Thursday - Sunday for a few more weeks to give everyone the chance to "Get Back to Backwater Jacks!"  We want to thank all of our friends that have come by to see us this summer with our annual Customer Appreciation Party on October 27th!  We will have lots of great specials on all your favorite foods and drinks.  Be sure to come by one more time to enjoy the BEST Waterfront Bar at Lake of the Ozarks ! We are the Best  Waterfront Bar at Lake of the Ozarks !  Get yourself in to try our Caribbean and Southern Florida inspired favorites!   We also have the BEST  live music at Lake of the Ozarks  Thursdays - Sundays!! ! Come on by Backwater Jack's Waterfront Bar & Grill!   An eclectic blend of food, drink & entertainment on the ...

Coming up this weekend is the Lake of the Ozarks 2013 Fall Harbor Hop - Backwater Jacks will be one of the checkpoints for the "end of boating season" celebration!!  Stop by for for some mouthwatering entrees and draw you card at the 17.5 MM!! You say you haven't been to a 'hop' before?  If you like to gamble and have fun with your friends make this one your first!  You will love this event!!  Players will stop at different participating Lake of the Ozarks Waterfront restaurants and marinas to draw playing cards.  The object is to build a winning poker hand that is awarded with different prizes. Players donate $15 per seven card hand and the fun starts as they hop around the Lake to draw their hand at any of the 30+ participating restaurants and marinas around the Lake. Here is a list of the Prize Allocations from the Lake of the Ozarks Convention and Visitors Bureau website: 1st Place - 10% 2nd Place - 9% 3rd Place - 8% 4th Place - 7% each 5th – 10...

Every day is special at Backwater Jack's because we have something happening EVERY DAY of the week!  Check out  Backwater Jack's Daily Specials ... Crabby o'l Mondays  - start your week off right with our 1 LB Delicious Snow Crab plus a Pain in the A** or Run Runner!! Tequila Tuesdays  - Bring a friend and enjoy 2-fer Cuervo shots and house margaritas!!  Wine-O Wednesdays -  get over the "hump" with $5 off any bottle of wine and $1 off a glass of house wine. Raw Deal Thursdays  - get moving toward the weekend with Oysters, Shrimp and $1 off of canned beer. Celebrate the weekend with  Bomb Buckets  on Friday and Saturday and finish it off with  Bloody Mary ,  Red Stripe &   Mimosas  on Sundays! We are the Best  Waterfront Bar at Lake of the Ozarks !  Get yourself in to try our Caribbean and Southern Florida inspired favorites!   We also have the BEST  live music at Lake of the Ozarks ...