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Backwater Jacks Bar & Grill


3.5 of 5 stars 11 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American

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2 of 5 stars
wmw132s   14 contributions
St. Louis, MO
Aug 24, 2009
2
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We took the advice of our hotel staff during a visit to the lake in August 2009 and went to Backwater Jacks for dinner. The view of the lake is nice, and the band was great. That's where my list of "pros" ends. Now for the cons: the food was bland and over-priced, and the restroom and dining room were... more

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2 of 5 stars
kfoster012002   3 contributions
St. Louis, MO
Jul 9, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Always has great music! The views of the water is relaxing and beer is icey. But, if you are hungry, go somewhere else. Food is overpriced and small portions leave you still hungry. Breaded tenderloin had 4 times more breading and barely any meat. The Buffalo Chicken Sandwich had a breaded tenderloin piece of meat not a full piece of... more

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3 of 5 stars
kujayhawker   3 contributions
Kansas
Jan 23, 2009

We ate here in July of 2007. We had a large group, probably 15+. Of course we had to wait, not a big deal, expect that just about anywhere, especially with that size of a crowd. They did accomodate us, and that can be hard to find. We all seemed to like what we had and towards the end of... more

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5 of 5 stars
R5adventures   4 contributions
Kansas City, Missouri
Aug 17, 2008

We came upon this bar and grill by accident and were SO glad we did. Sit outside to eat when the weather is nice. A band was playing beyond and it was a very nice atmosphere over looking the docked boats and the water. The food was VERY good. For sure try the fried potato salad, it was simply great.... more

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3 of 5 stars
kimmysue   4 contributions
illinois
Jul 12, 2008

Took the advice of a "local" to go there....they said they have the best food and menu. The ONLY thing that was okay about the place was the band for the evening, "The Surge". The menu looked like very overpriced bar food! We couldn't decide if we wanted to pay that price for that kind of food, so we ordered... more

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4 of 5 stars
OsageBeachLaker   1 contribution
osage beach
Jul 7, 2008

Best place on the lake for action and fun great place to people watch, music is always good and the place really looks cajun, if you dont like crowds this isnt the place for you shouldertoshoulder, seems like every one is in a great mood, fun fun fun............ Michael Marti more

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4 of 5 stars
KScatlee   3 contributions
Topeka, KS
Jun 3, 2008

Good food, great staff and a top place to people watch at the Lake. Especially when our favorite band, Johnny i and the Receders, is playing there. Lots of dancing and fun times. more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jan 4, 2008

Great Waterfront Location, Diverse Menu, Great Drinks more

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2 of 5 stars
blackskittles   8 contributions
Lake of the Ozarks, MO
Dec 28, 2007
1
person found this review helpful

Backwater Jacks has gotten better lately, but the food is still the same old nasty stuff it has always been. I guess it would be okay if you are too drunk to notice that the place is not clean, and the food is simply expensive bar food. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Dec 11, 2007

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Backwater Jacks Bar & Grill Address

4341 Beach Drive, Osage Beach, MO 65065-2106
Tel: 573-348-6639
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.