Friday, December 4, 2015

Restaurant Take Over at Casablanca!

It's time to take over your favorite restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks! We have some awesome plans for Christmas this year, and we want to share the joy of the season with you. From taking over the entire top or bottom floor of Casablanca at the Lake of the Ozarks, or our amazing gift cards that give you the opportunity to give back to the community.


Holiday Gift Cards That GIVE BACK


'Tis the season to share your favorite food at the Lake of the Ozarks with your friends. Even better than that, is for every gift card that is purchased at Casablanca, we will give 10% of it back to the HOPE House for the annual New Year Eve DAY Party. This will be the perfect gift to give someone because it will appeal to everyone who enjoys delicious food and drinks. Share the gift of food with your friends, family, co-workers, neighbors and more - while also giving back to the community. You can get gift cards in $25, $50, $75, and $100 increments. If you have any questions, or would like to purchase a gift card, call Ashley at 573-365-1800. She will create the card and mail it to any address you would like, whenever you want. You can also purchase the gift cards at Casablanca.


Restaurant Take-Over


Grab your office buddies and take over Casablanca! On December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, and 22 you can take over the ENTIRE top floor at 7:00 PM. This is your chance to have a private party at the best bar at the Lake of the Ozarks and the only stipulation is that you have to run up a $3,000 tab. If you want to party the night away with live entertainment, throw another $500 in, and it's all yours! If you're looking for a smaller affair, you can take-over Casagrotto for just $1,000. Call 573-365-1800 and ask for Ashley, and she can answer any of your questions about this amazing opportunity.



Enjoy The Best Bar & Grill For Christmastime


Located directly on the Bagnell Dam Strip, Casablanca is one of the town’s favorite bar and grills. Outside seating, new owners, and a new menu have given Casablanca an atmosphere as the perfect relaxation spot for everyone to enjoy! Casablanca is known for their famous casadog, along with piled-high nachos, outstanding sandwiches, a mouthwatering breakfast menu on the weekends, and great drink prices. Shop, dine, and have a blast on the Bagnell Dam Strip and make Casablanca your new hot spot!

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Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Celebrating National Sandwich Day - One Bite at a Time!

Casablanca makes the best food at the Lake of the Ozarks, from the fries down to the sandwiches. From fresh food, to an exciting atmosphere there are so many reasons to come share a meal with us. Especially when it's National Sandwich Day! We have a wide variety of sandwiches that will make your mouth water.

As a way to celebrate National Sandwich Day - we're going to share some interesting sandwich facts with you, and a few amazing sandwiches from our menu!


Fun Facts About the Sandwich


Who invented the sandwich?

Legend has it that the first sandwich was named after it's inventor, John Montague the fourth earl of Sandwich. Supposedly he was busy playing poker, and didn't want to free up his hands - so he requested that the meat from his meal be put between two pieces of bread so he could continue playing.

What is the most famous sandwich?


You may think the PB&J, but it's actually just a regular ham sandwich. Followed by a delicious BLT. We serve a famous Spangler BLT at Casablanca, with rustic country loaf bread, and then LOADED with all of the fixings you love.

Why are long sandwiches called "subs"?


Even though they do resemble a sort of submarine, legend has it they got their name from a naval base in Connecticut. Apparently the base ordered 500 sandwiches and as a result, the sandwich shop started referring to this sandwich as a sub.

How many sandwiches do American's eat every day?

Oddly enough, statistics say that 50% of American's eat a sandwich every day! Crazy, huh?

Best Sandwiches at the Lake of the Ozarks

From our Grilled Casa melt with juicy, grilled chicken and Applewood Bacon, to our Grouper Po'Boy with crunch grouper on a hoagie bun - you'll LOVE our sandwiches! Casablanca is the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks because we have been around for years, but also because we can appeal to many different crowds. Our breakfast crowd is a warm group that enjoys a good chat, while our lunch time is perfect for sitting down and grabbing a sandwich and beer to watch the game. Our dinner crowd is always fun and lively, full of enthusiasm and excitement - making evenings and weekends an ideal time to dine with us. Come out and try our restaurant to celebrate National Sandwich Day and enjoy our fabulous restaurant.

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Thursday, October 1, 2015

5 Pizza Myths Debunked for National Pizza Month

There is nothing more comforting than nice slice of warm pizza, with melted cheese, and perfectly toasted toppings. Pizza is a food that is known and loved by people of many different ages, and from many different areas. National Pizza month is also in October. So here are a few pizza myths for you to celebrate this wonderful food!

Pizza Myths


Myth: Italians are solely responsible for creating pizza.
Fact: Though the origins of pizza as we know it has it's roots in Naples, there is a form of pizza that was invented by the Greeks. It would look similar to focaccia bread.

Myth: Hawaiian pizza was invented by a Hawaiian.
Fact: The pizza we all know and love with pineapple and ham is actually said to have been invented by a Canadian.

Myth: Leftover pizza should be reheated in only a microwave or oven.
Fact: When you have leftovers, from the best pizza place at the Lake of the Ozarks, the microwave and oven are not the only ways you could reheat it. The grill is a fabulous option for re-heating our delicious brick oven pizza!

Myth: Pizza is always relatively cheap.
Fact: There is a pizza in New York City that is served with caviar and lobster totaling $1000.

Myth: Most ordered pizza has only cheese on it.
Fact: More people order pizza with toppings, and not just cheese.

Casagrotto Specialty Pizza

Margherita: Tomato sauce, fresh soft mozzarella & basil

Pepperoni Classico: Tomato sauce, fresh soft mozzarella, pepperoni & basil.

Pollo: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, chicken, sun dried tomatoes, artichokes & basil.

Capo: Tomato sauce, pepperoni, Italian sausage, caramelized onions, mushrooms, mozzarella & basil

Hawaiian: Tomato sauce, pineapple, and Canadian bacon

Vegetarian: Tomato Sauce, caramelized onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, sweet peppers, mozzarella & basil

Napoli: Tomato Sauce, meatballs, ricotta, & basil

Grand Glaize: pesto, roasted chicken, mushrooms and onions

Get the Best Pizza at the Lake

Casablanca and Casagrotto are known for having the best pizza at the Lake, but do you know why? We make our pizzas specially for you, no frozen pizzas! After being topped with the best ingredients, the pizza is tossed into the brick oven and cooked to perfection. There is nothing tastier than a brick over pizza! Not only to we have amazing pizza, but we have over 15 craft beers at the Lake of the Ozarks, all delightfully cooled to 24 degrees before coming to you in a frosted glass. Come visit us for an amazing experience, plus a great way to celebrate National Pizza Month!



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Thursday, September 24, 2015

Vegetarian Options for the Vegetable Lovers

There are many reasons you might choose to order delicious dish featuring only vegetables. No matter why you're incorporating veggies into your meal, Casablanca and Casagrotto are here to make sure you're fed. When you're looking for Vegetarian food at the Lake of the Ozarks, we have many fabulous dishes for you to enjoy.


FRIED PICKLES

Pickle spears hand breaded and fried. Served with our house tartar sauce.

ONION RINGS

Large fresh cut onions breaded in our own beer batter and then fried to a golden brown. Served with our house made Sriacha Aioli sauce.

HOUSE SALAD

Fresh mixed greens, tomato wedges, sweet red onion. Served with your choice of dressing.

CAESAR SALAD

Romaine lettuce tossed in our Mayfair dressing, topped with croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese.

VEGGIE WRAP

Roasted bell peppers, grilled onions, mushrooms, romaine lettuce and house made grilled onion ranch dressing, finished with melted mozzarella, all wrapped in a garden tortilla.

Margherita Pizza

Tomato sauce, fresh soft mozzarella & basil.

Vegetarian Pizza

Tomato Sauce, caramelized onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, sweet peppers, mozzarella & basil


Customize It!

You don't have to stick to just what's on our menu either, Our pizza and calzones can be customized to your hearts content, with many delicious options. You can customize your Calzones with our house made red sauce, alfredo sauce, and pesto sauce. You can top these delicious calzones with:
  • Roasted red & green peppers 
  • caramelized onions 
  • red onions 
  • roasted garlic 
  • hot finger peppers
  • roasted mushrooms
  • black & green olives
  • pineapple
  • sliced roma tomatoes
  • sun-dried tomatoes
  • artichoke hearts
  • ricotta 
  • fresh basil
  • ricotta
  • fresh mozzarella
  • cheddar, broccoli
  • fresh jalapenos

Casablanca & Casagrotto

The possibilities are endless when it comes to enjoying something at Casablanca or Casagrotto. When you have dietary limitations, we look forward to rising to the occasion. We're the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks, and it isn't just because we have amazing food, but we have amazing service. We care about our customers, and want to make sure that you are having the best meal possible. Whether you're upstairs at our bar, or downstairs at our pizza place, we have what you need to enjoy the best bar food at the Lake of the Ozarks. Come in this weekend, watch the game, enjoy great food, and have a fabulous time!

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Thursday, September 17, 2015

Bike Night & Bikefest!

This week will be full of fun, and loud thunder. Bikefest attendees will be rumbling down the Bagnell Dam Strip for the 9th annual Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest, and we couldn't be more excited! Check out these details about these two FUN events happening right in front of your favorite bar & grill at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Photo Credit: LakeOfTheOzarksBikeNight.com

Bike Night 

Every Thursday night through the Spring and Summer months, bikers across the area have gathered for a great night on the Bagnell Dam Strip. Between great prizes and giveaways, Bike Night has been a great time. Throughout the summer there have been 21 qualifiers drawn for their chance to win either the Custom Fat Boy or the Stryker Bike. Thursday evening at 7:30 PM on Bagnell Dam Strip, another qualifier will be chosen. There will also be two other qualifiers chosen on Friday and Saturday. There will be a total of 24 qualifiers, and the winner will be announced at 1 PM on Saturday at Surdyke Yamaha. Make sure you're out on the Bagnell Dam Strip Thursday (September 17th) not only for your chance to win, but so you can get the best pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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Bikefest

In addition to the fun of the final Bike Night happening this week, Bikefest will also be kicking off! Thousands of bikers will be gathered together to enjoy a weekend full of fun, food, and Harley's. This is the 9th year of this fun event, and we're so excited to have the bikers back in town.

Photo Credit: LakeOfTheOzarksBikeNight.com

Casablanca / Casagrotto

While you're here for the fun festivities, don't miss out on the best food on the Bagnell Dam Strip! We'll have the beer chilled, and the brick oven heating up just for you. We are the best sports bar at the Lake of the Ozarks, so when you're looking for a delicious place to make a pit stop, be sure to make us your dinner hot spot!

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Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Soups, Salads & Sandwiches - Oh My!

With the Fall season approaching, and this nice rainy weather, nothing would suit us more than a nice cup of soup and a delicious sandwich at the Casablanca bar! When you're looking for a great place to sit down and enjoy the best bar food at the Lake of the Ozarks, you've found the right place! We are a long time favorite with the locals and tourists alike, because of our delicious menu, our great bar, and our location is pretty amazing too. Here is just a taste of what you'll enjoy when you spend your meal times with us!


House Made Soups & Salads

Choose from the following selection of dressings: Grilled Onion Ranch, Creamy Feta, Blue Cheese, Thousand Island, Caesar, French, Mayfair, Honey Thyme Vinaigrette, or Balsamic Vinaigrette

HOUSE SALAD
Fresh mixed greens, tomato wedges, sweet red onion. Served with your choice of dressing.

CAESAR SALAD
Romaine lettuce tossed in our Mayfair dressing, topped with croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese.

JOBSON HOLLOW
Sliced buffalo chicken tenders, chopped celery, diced tomato, tortilla strips and crumbled blue cheese atop fresh mixed greens. Served with a side of creamy blue cheese dressing.

RED OR WHITE CHILI
Our famous homemade Red Beef or White Chicken Chili, properly seasoned, and topped with cheese and green onion.

SOUP DU JOUR
Ask your server for our daily soup specials.


SANDWICHES & WRAPS

Served with one side item: French fries, homemade pasta salad, potato salad, or cole slaw.

“FAMOUS” SPANGLER BLT
We start with rustic country loaf bread from our local bakery and grill it to perfection. Each masterpiece is then loaded with bacon, Monterey jack, tomato, lettuce, mayonnaise, and then finished with an egg over easy.

CHICKEN CLUB
Grilled chicken breast, applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, and our grilled onion ranch.

GRILLED CASA MELT
Our juicy grilled chicken breast, topped with grilled tomato, applewood bacon, and scallion cream cheese spread. Served on home-baked facaccia bread.

GRILLED GROUPER
Grilled Grouper served on a baked hoagie and covered with sautéed peppers and onions. Finished with our house made chipotle sauce.

CASA PHILLY STACK
Loaded with thinly sliced rib-eye, caramelized onions, peppers, and finished with our proprietary cheese blend. Piled high on a fresh grilled Italian roll.

FRENCH DIP
Thinly sliced Italian beef, caramelized onions, smothered in swiss cheese and served with au jus for dipping.

REUBEN DELUXE
We start with fresh marbled rye, grilled to perfection only after adding a load of thinly sliced corned beef. Fresh sauerkraut is then tossed in thousand island dressing, finished with a slice of swiss cheese.

CHICKEN PITA
Freshly chopped lettuce, diced tomato, grilled chicken, and applewood bacon are tossed in our house made sauce and wrapped in a warm pita.

GRILLED CHICKEN WRAP
Juicy Grilled chicken tossed with crispy bacon, romaine lettuce, tomatoes and ranch dressing, all wrapped in a flour tortilla.

VEGGIE WRAP
Roasted bell peppers, grilled onions, mushrooms, romaine lettuce and house made grilled onion ranch dressing, finished with melted mozzarella, all wrapped in a garden tortilla.


Casablanca at the Lake of the Ozarks

When you're looking for a place to enjoy a great evening with friends, you'll find it at Casablanca. We have the best sandwiches at the Lake of the Ozarks, as well as the best Lake of the Ozarks Craft Beer! In addition to having great food, our location is superb - being located directly on the Bagnell Dam Strip. We have great seating areas for you and your party to enjoy a fun evening, indoors and out. Come on out tonight and enjoy some great food at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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Thursday, September 3, 2015

Reasons to Dine at Casablanca for Labor Day Weekend

This weekend there will be a lot of excitement happening in our bar! Not only is it Labor Day weekend BUT college football will be kicking off, and Saturday (September 5th) will have many great games happening. Between all of these fun events, we have many reasons you should come visit Casablanca this weekend!


You Can Get Pizza AND Burgers!

We have the best pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks, but we also have the best Dam Burgers! Our food is absolutely delicious, and when you dine with us you aren't sacrificing on flavor. Between Casablanca upstairs, and Casagrotto downstairs, you will find a very diverse and delicious menu.

There's ALWAYS Beer On Tap

At Casagrotto we take our beer very seriously. We have over 15 craft beers at the Lake of the Ozarks, and these kegs are kept at 28° and then pumped through our glycol system which brings these flavors to your frosted glass at 24°. We always have amazing beers on tap, and they change seasonally with the favorites. When you're looking for a great place to sit back and enjoy a great brew, you've found your ideal location.


You'll Never Miss the Game

We have plenty of televisions scattered around the bar upstairs, the front patio, and downstairs. No matter where you sit, you are going to have a good view. Which is especially important when you are watching your favorite college football game!

Casablanca hopes you have a fun, safe Labor Day weekend with friends and family. As we've proven in this blog, we are the best Lake of the Ozarks bar & grill, where you can enjoy the game, friends, or food. From the appetizers to the entrees you will find something for everyone! While you're out and about, don't forget to visit the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks.

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Thursday, August 27, 2015

Seven Most Popular Pizza Toppings!

There's nothing tastier than a warm, cheesy, brick oven pizza! The real question is what do you like on it? Casagrotto has the best pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks, and it's no surprise! Our delicious specialty pizzas are full of tasty ingredients and will make your mouth water. We also have traditional pizza, and you can create your very own favorite! We have many tasty toppings, but what are the most popular?


Casagrotto Toppings

Roasted red & green peppers, caramelized onions, red onions, roasted garlic, hot finger peppers, roasted mushrooms, black & green olives, pineapple, sliced roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, ricotta, anchovies, fresh basil, ricotta, fresh mozzarella, cheddar, broccoli, fresh jalapenos, pepperoni, house made Italian sausage, andouille sausage, house made meatballs, Canadian bacon, ham, roasted chicken, Iowa bacon, Capicola.

7 Most Popular Toppings

7. Olives
6. Beef
5. Chicken
4. Cheese
3. Mushrooms
2. Sausage
1. Pepperoni

Sauces at Casagrotto

House made red sauce, alfredo sauce, and pesto sauce

When you're looking for a delicious pizza, and a fun time, Casagrotto has it all! We're located in the heart of the Bagnell Dam Strip, where all of the excitement happens! Our pizza isn't the only reason we're the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks, we have an amazing bar. With over 15 craft beers on tap, your glass will never run dry! With the big Shootout happening this weekend, don't forget to stop in when the hunger starts gnawing at you!



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Thursday, August 20, 2015

13 Fun Facts About The Lake of the Ozarks!

The Lake of the Ozarks is the #1 Recreational Lake in the Country by no mistake! We offer wonderful Lake activities to locals and visitors alike, from water skiing, boating and paddle boarding. The Lake isn't just a great place for boating though, our rolling hills and beautiful landscapes make for a wonderful place to hike, bike and camp too! We all agree that the Lake of the Ozarks is amazing, but how did it get this way? Here are a few fun facts about how this great area got started!

The Lake of the Ozarks was born in 1931 when Bagnell Dam was completed.

The surrounding areas of Camden, Miller and Morgan counties hosts over 4 million tourists each year.

The Lake of the Ozarks is the largest privately owned lake in the United States.

Because of its unusual shape, the Lake of the Ozarks has been given the nickname, "Magic Dragon".

Courtesy of the Missouri State Archives

Bagnell Dam was the largest - and last - major dam in the U.S. to be built with private investment.

The average daily temperature of the lake area during summer is 89.7 degrees and in winter it averages a mild 45.5 degrees.

Bagnell Dam is one-half mile long, rising 148 feet high from bedrock. That’s comparable to a building 12 stories high and seven blocks long.

At full pool the lake holds 617 billion gallons or 87 cubic feet of water, enough to supply the entire city of St. Louis for 12 years.

40 percent of Missourians who own two homes, own one at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Courtesy of FunLake.com

The Bagnell Dam actually got its name from a railroad man who formed his own town and then named it after himself. William Bagnell platted a town bearing his name on June 30, 1883. The owners of the new dam chose the Bagnell name, and “Bagnell Dam” was born.

The Lake of the Ozarks' 1,375 miles of shoreline is longer than the entire state of California.

To build the dam workmen mapped 100 square miles & cleared 30,000 acres. 

Bagnell Dam has 8 turbines capable of generating 212 million watts of electricity & pumping 1.4 million gallons of water per second.

Another fun fact, is that you will find the best bar & grill at the Lake of the Ozarks! Casablanca is an awesome place to sit back and enjoy our delicious CasaDog, piled high nachos and outstanding sandwiches. When you're looking for a great place to eat on the Bagnell Dam Strip, we're the place to come! Between our delicious menu, great bar and fun atmosphere you'll want to make our restaurant part of your day.

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Wednesday, August 12, 2015

6 Reasons to Enjoy a Glass of Craft Beer

There's nothing quite like the delicious taste of craft beers. There's also nothing craftier than a craft beer - the way it's made down to the way it's enjoyed is detailed and meticulous. At Casagrotto, we take our beer very seriously. We have over 15 craft beers on tap. These kegs of beer are kept at 28 degrees and then pumped through our glycol system which brings these flavors to your frosted glass at 24 degrees. Our craft beers at the Lake of the Ozarks are delicious and here are 6 reasons you should come enjoy one...or two!


1. Craft Beers are Tastier!

The smaller craft brewers are in the business to make a delicious beer. They aren't trying to cut costs, water down their beer and increase their stock prices. Larger commercial companies tend to make their beers as watery as possible, thus giving you "beer water", which is not as delicious for very obvious reasons. The craft breweries are dedicated to flavor and they spend their time focusing on quality. Choose taste - choose craft beer!

2. They Contain More Alcohol

Craft beers may come in many different shapes, sizes and flavors, but these beers will always pack a punch! Craft beers range from 5% - 10% abv (alcohol by volume), and some craft beers can even range from 20% - 40%! When you compare this to the "beer water" that is mass produced by more popular companies, you'll find they average about 2.5%...there truly is no comparison!

3. Craft Beers Offer Health Benefits

Yes, it's true. Beer is normally recognized for it's tendency to go to the gut and produce the infamous "beer belly", but there are many wonderful benefits you many not have known about! Craft beers contain soluble fiber, B vitamins, a range of antioxidants and you will find the richest source of silicon. Having silicon in your diet may help in countering osteoporosis. Everything in moderation of course, but craft beers offer health benefits that are worth noting!

4. Craft Beers Offer More Choices

There are almost 3,000 craft breweries in the United States alone. With these breweries developing thousands upon thousands of different, delicious and flavorful beers, you are not just limited to your same old, boring beers. Even if these breweries happen to brew the "same" beer, it will be different, and special in it's own way!

5. It Has Fewer Calories

This is relative of course. In one drinking session, if you are drinking "beer water", you may need six beers to match the flavor and alcohol content of just three craft beers. This is all supposition of course, but if you drink six boring beers with 100-110 calories in a 12-ounce serving you could get up to 660 calories, versus only three craft beers, which will generally be less than 200 calories a piece giving you no more than 600 calories all together. You are getting better beer, generally a better price, and fewer calories. Plus, craft beers taste better so you'll enjoy those calories more. Craft beer is meant to be enjoyed, not chugged, and definitely not watered down!

6. Different Beers for Different Reasons & Seasons!

Part of the fun in drinking a craft beer is having options! Some beers are better for specific seasons, like fall, summer, football, or spring. Craft beers can match every season, and you'll never have to drink the same old, boring beer. Whether you're going out with friends or drinking alone, there are plenty of different beers to enjoy. Go grab a craft beer and enjoy the varieties!



If you need one more reason why craft beer is amazing, it pairs wonderfully with our delicious food! Casagrotto has amazing beers, but we also have the best pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks! Imagine sitting down this evening in our fun restaurant and enjoying a delicious brick oven pizza that is prepared right in front of you, and then washing it down with a delicious craft beer. You get the best of both worlds when you come enjoy a meal with us!

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Tuesday, August 4, 2015

4 Reasons We Love Brick Oven Pizza!

Brick ovens and pizza have been in existence for hundreds of years. While Casagrotto can't exactly claim that name to fame, we can say that we are the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks! Our brick oven pizzas are delicious and can be handcrafted to your desire! Here are a few reasons we LOVE brick oven pizza.

Faster Cooking Time

Because of the high heat stored in the dense wall space, brick ovens are designed to cook pizza quickly. We love this for many reasons, but most importantly, YOU love this because your perfect pizza comes out faster than ever!

Better Crust

The high temps and the radiating heat bouncing off the walls will crisp the outside of the pizza quickly. Because the pizza is cooked at such a fast speed, any moisture in the dough is sealed off, and the bottom of the crust won't become soggy. The result gives you a flavorful crust that's puffy, but also soft and chewy.

Unique Flavor

Brick oven pizza has a smoky flavor that can't be achieved by any other cooking method. The high temperatures also produce other flavors that can't be reproduced by a slower cooking time. Sometimes the flavor of olive oil becomes understated in such high temperatures, but you can drizzle olive oil over your pizza before eating it!



Crispier Toppings

Because the heat is so intense and the airflow is constant in a brick oven, the toppings will be sealed and cooked evenly and quickly. Vegetables will be crispier than on pizzas made in regular ovens, and most of the vitamins and nutrients won't be lost! The cheese won't burn, but will lend itself to an appealing color and smoky flavor.

These are just a few of our favorite things about delicious brick oven pizzas! When come to dine with us, you will taste the difference. Whether you're in the mood for a traditional pizza, one of our specialty pizzas, or making your own creation, everything is made with the freshest ingredients. Our oven is also custom built - just another reason we're the best place to get pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks!




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Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Our Famous Casa Burger Menu!

Our delicious Casa burgers are a force to be reckoned with! They are juicy and flavorful, fresh and delicious! We may sound arrogant when we say we have the best burgers at the Lake of the Ozarks, but if it's true, it's not bragging! Of course if you don't believe us, I guess you'll just have to come in and try them. Here is our burger menu so you can see for yourself how delicious our menu is.

Famous Casa Burgers

Our burgers are made with fresh ½ pound choice ground sirloin, served on local bakery grilled buns. They’re topped with lettuce, tomato and sweet red onion, plus the variety of delicious ingredients described below, and they come with a side item and a dill pickle spear. 
(Sides: French fries, homemade pasta salad, potato salad, or slaw)


Schwab Burger

Basically your standard burger in all its sirloin glory, simply topped with lettuce, tomato and sweet red onion.

Blue 'Shroom Burger

Topped with our thick blue cheese spread, sautéed mushrooms and bacon.

Black 'N' Spicy Burger

Covered in Cajun spices, blackened and topped with roasted red pepper and pepper jack cheese.

Tex Melt

Topped with cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce and crispy onion rings. Served on Texas Toast.

Casa Burger

Topped with cheddar cheese, bacon, and a seasoned egg over easy.

Smokin' Pastrami Burger

Topped with Swiss cheese and house smoked pastrami then finished off with onion straws and basil horseradish aioli sauce.

Now that your mouth is watering, it's time for you to swing into Casablanca! Come beat the heat by sitting in our nice cool bar, with a delicious burger and a cold beer. We have nine televisions inside the bar, so you won't miss a single hit in the big game. Our restaurant is a favorite for the locals and visitors alike. We're the best restaurant on the Bagnell Dam Strip, and our great location means you won't miss any of the action that happens down here! Stop in tonight for some delicious food and drinks, and visit the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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Thursday, July 23, 2015

Happy National Hot Dog Day!

Casablanca is a very popular restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks. We are known for our famous hamburgers, delicious fries, great bar, and of course the Best Dam Dogs. July 23rd is an entire day dedicated to hot dogs! Since our dogs are the Best Dam Dogs on the Bagnell Dam Strip, we think this is the perfect opportunity to educate you on our delicious hot dog menu, and give you a few fun facts about this family favorite.


Best Dam Dogs

Stripped Down Dog - Just a dog and his bun.
Chili Dog
Chili Cheese Dog
Dam Dog - Yellow mustard, chopped onion, green relish, sport peppers, tomato, pickle 
and celery salt.
Cove 'N' Out Dog - Spicy brown mustard, sauerkraut, & grilled onions
Whiskey Dent Dog - BBQ sauce, coleslaw, and crispy fried onions
Casa Dog - Chili, cheese, onions and fresh jalapenos
Nacho Dog - Cheese, tomato, lettuce, jalapeno and Sour Cream

Fun Facts About Hot Dogs

1. The council estimates that Americans consume 20 billion hot dogs a year - more than twice the
retail sales figures. Basically, that's 70 hot dogs per American.

2. The first hot dog stand to open in America was in 1971 by Charles Feltman. He was a German butcher and he opened the first stand at Coney Island. He sold 3,684 dachshund sausages in a milk roll in his first year. 

3. One barbeque king theorizes that hot dogs are sold in packages of 10 and buns are sold in packages of 8 because 2 of the hot dogs always fall through the grill, so only 8 buns are needed.

4. Hot dog etiquette states that you should not use ketchup on your hot dog after the age of 18. Mustard, relish, onions, cheese and chili are acceptable.

5. Legend has is that hot dogs or frankfurters originated in Frankfurt-am-Main Germany around 1484.

6. Hot dog season lasts from the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day, until the unofficial end of summer, Labor Day. Of course at Casablanca, hot dog season is ALL year long!

Now you know about our menu, and some random facts to swap around the table! Tonight is the night to enjoy one of our fabulous hot dogs with incredible toppings that are suitable even if you're over 18 (refer to fact 4). Casablanca is the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks because we take care in giving you the best meal possible. Our bar is always ready to serve you a cold one, and with the TVs strategically placed around the room you'll never miss a moment of the big game. Come on out to Casablanca tonight and enjoy a good time!

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Thursday, July 16, 2015

3 Reasons We LOVE Casablanca!

Casablanca is the best bar at the Lake of the Ozarks! From the SIXTEEN different TVs, to the excellent food and great service, we have the best dining experience at the Lake of the Ozarks. Our restaurant has been around for years and is well loved by all of the locals. Here are 3 reason you will love eating with us!

Food

We are the best restaurant on Bagnell Dam Strip, and our food is always created with the freshest ingredients. From the time when it enters our kitchen to when it is delivered to your table, your food is prepared with care by an amazing staff. Our Famous Casa-Burgers are fixed the way you like with the ingredients you'll love! Our appetizers are absolutely mouth watering, from the chicken wings to the fried pickles, and you'll have a hard time deciding which to get. We also make the Best Dam Dogs on Bagnell Dam Strip! Downstairs you'll find some amazing pizza and the best draft beers at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Atmosphere

Casablanca has a wonderful atmosphere for locals and visitors alike! We have enough TVs for everyone to have a great view when watching the game - from the bar to the tables, you'll never miss a pitch. We have wonderful live musicians from around the area to entertain you on evenings and weekends, and we have an extremely fun nightlife at the Lake of the Ozarks! During the day you'll find a fun and relaxed environment, a fabulous bar, and fun "outdoor" seating! From the front of our restaurant you can sit in our enclosed outdoor seating and view the Bagnell Dam strip. At night our restaurant is lit up and ready for a good time! Our place is always hopping, and Casagrotto downstairs has the best pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks!


Service

Our restaurant has been around for a long time, and it is very loved by the locals and vacationers alike. We have an excellent team of people working together to make a wonderful dining experience for you and your family! At our bar you'll find friendly bartenders, and our servers are ready and waiting to serve you! Downstairs you'll find our fun new pizza place with a brick oven, and amazing chefs waiting to create the pizza of your dreams.



Though there are more than three reasons to come here, these are a few of our favorites! If you're looking for a good time, tonight is Bike Night. You'll find some awesome bikes, fun people, and of course GREAT food! The Bagnell Dam strip is the place to be, the beautiful weather brings alot of fun people out and about. There are many restaurants on the Strip, but we all know which one is the best! Cruise on out tonight for a great time, great food, and ice cold beer!


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