4 Reasons to Visit Casablanca for the Holidays

HO, HO, HO! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from the Casablanca team. If preparing for the holidays has you exhausted, it's time to find some rest and relaxation at the best bar at the Lake of the Ozarks. From great drinks to amazing food, you'll enjoy the respite you find within our walls. Here are five reasons you'll enjoy filling your Christmas Spirit tank here at Casablanca.

You Don't Have to Do the Dishes

Let's be honest. The holidays are filled with amazing food, but with that comes a lot of dishes and a really messy kitchen. Save yourself a night of work and come out to Casablanca. We would love to not only serve up the best food at the Lake of the Ozarks but then to clean up the table afterward. Give yourself the break you deserve and come dine with us.

Enjoy Our Amazing Food

From good old favorites like our amazing burgers and Casadogs, we also have DELICIOUS brick oven pizzas. Are you looking for fresh flavor and bold toppings? Try the Napoli! Complete with tomato sauce, meatballs, our signature cheese blend and basil - you can't go wrong. What about trying our local favorite, the Grand Glaze with pesto, chicken, fresh mushrooms, and caramelized onions.

If pizza isn't what your taste buds are looking for, you could try our black 'n' spicy burger. It's covered in Cajun spices, blackened and topped with roasted red pepper and pepper jack cheese - yum!

Wash It Down With a Beer

Of course, you don't have to wash it down with just any ole' beer! We have the best craft beers at the Lake of the Ozarks and we take beer very seriously. We have brews from Stella Artois, Shocktop, Birra Moretti, Schlafly and more!

We have over 15 craft beers on tap and the kegs of beer are kept at 28° and then pumped through a glycol system. This brings the flavors to your frosted glass at 24°.

Sit Back and Relax with Entertainment

At Casablanca, we bring in some of the areas best performers for you to enjoy. This is only part of what creates such a fun and comfortable environment. From country favorites, to rock, and a little bit of everything thrown in, you'll appreciate the flair and style of our guest's musicians.

Visit The Best Bar at the Lake of the Ozarks

If you're looking for a hole in the wall restaurant with a homey feel, and amazing food - you'll find it at Casablanca. While we're a favorite for the locals, visitors to the Lake area love to come and tend to make it a regular part of their visit. We hope your holiday season is merry and bright, filled with happy moments, and obviously, great food! Merry Christmas from Casablanca!

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Reserve Casablanca for the Holidays!

The holidays are upon us, and that means it's time to make plans for holiday parties! At Casablanca, we have a great venue for parties at the Lake of the Ozarks and we would love to share it with you. If you've never had a party at Casablanca, here are a few things you've been missing all of this time!

Happy Food

From burgers and the best dam dogs to soups, salads, and amazing pizza - we've got amazing food at the Lake of the Ozarks! Are you looking for comfort food for your holiday party? At Casablanca, we have the best selection of bar food, and no matter what you choose on the menu, you'll find something to appease your appetite.

Not to mention, we also have a bar with the best beer at the Lake of the Ozarks! 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.

Happy Venue

We have two different venues that will be the perfect setting for your next party at the Lake of the Ozarks. Our upper level, where Casablanca sits, is spacious and full of history. It's been around at the Lake of the Ozarks since 1928, and gone from being a bar to a post office to a bar again and finally to the Casablanca you know and love. The lower level, called Casagrotto, is a new fan favorite featuring the best pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks.

So whether you're looking for an event venue at the Lake of the Ozarks that has more room, or is small and cozy - perfect for your gathering, we can accommodate you!

Happy Holidays from Casablanca/Casagrotto!

We're located directly on the Bagnell Dam Strip, and would love to be your one-stop shop for a great time! We have an amazing atmosphere boasting of a perfect relaxation spot for you and your entire group to enjoy. We're known for our amazing food, from our famous Casadog, piled-high nachos, outstanding sandwiches, and even a mouthwatering breakfast menu. Stop in anytime during the week to get your cravings fulfilled, or give us a call today to learn what dates are available for your next holiday party at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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Celebrate a Whole Month Dedicated to PIZZA!

October has many advantages, the weather is cooler, the leaves have been changing, you can hunt for the perfect costume for Halloween ... but there's one thing you forgot - PIZZA MONTH! There's no better time than the present to relish in the glory of a dish that is loved by so many. Of course, if anyone knows how to celebrate this month, it's Casablanca. We do have the best pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks of course!

Whether you’re in the mood for a traditional pizza, one our specialty pizzas or making your own creation, everything is made with the freshest ingredients and cooked in our custom-built brick oven. Our traditional pizza has our house made tomato sauce, and proprietary five cheese blend. Grinders and sandwiches are also available and with 21 draft beers on tap…you’ll never go thirsty!

As a way to celebrate this momentous month, we're going to introduce you to our menu, so that you can try a new pizza every single week ...  or day ... or meal!

Pizza at Casagrotto

SPECIALTY PIZZAS

CHUCKY CHEESE
Tomato Sauce with our five cheese blend.

THE POOR BOY
Tomato sauce, 5 cheese blend, and 1 Premium Topping.

PEPPERONI CLASSICO
Tomato Sauce, 5 Cheese Blend, Pepperoni, & Basil

MARGHERITA
Pesto Sauce, Fresh Soft Mozzarella, & Basil

POLLO
Tomato Sauce, Signature Cheese Blend, Chicken, Sun-dried tomatoes, Artichokes, & Basil

HAWAIIAN
Tomato Sauce, Pineapple, & Canadian Bacon

NAPOLI
Tomato Sauce, Meatballs, Signature Cheese Blend, & Basil

GRAND GLAZEPesto, Chicken, Fresh Mushrooms, and Caramelized Onions

SIGNATURE PIZZAS

JORDANMEISTER
Our most popular signature pizza. Mounds of homemade sausage, pepperoni, canadian bacon, Iowa Bacon, homemade tomato sauce with a five cheese blend.

BAGNELL DAM SUPREME
This is the most loaded pizza we offer. Canadian Bacon, Pepperoni, Mushrooms, Onions, Bell Peppers, Black Olives, and freshly made sausage.

DAVE'S HOTEL CALIFORNIA
Tons of delicious housemade sausage, roasted garlic, fresh mushrooms, black olives, on our own homemade alfredo sauce. This is a must try pie!

CHERYL'S DOORMAN
Peppers, Fresh Mushroom, Onions, Roasted garlic, Roma Tomato Slices. Artichoke Hearts, Black Olives, Tomato Sauce, Five Cheese Blend

CAPO
Tomato Sauce, Signature Cheese Blend, Italian Sausage, Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms, Mozzarella, & Basil

BUILD YOUR OWN

10 " SMALL

14" MEDIUM

16" LARGE 

TOPPINGS & SAUCES

SAUCES: Homemade Red Sauce, Alfredo, Pesto 

TOPPINGS: Sausage - Onion - Tri Colored Bell Peppers - Canadian Bacon - Pineapple - Mushrooms - Caramelized Onions - Iowa Bacon - Green Olives - Black Olives - Roasted Garlic - Artichoke Hearts - Fresh Mozzarella - Fresh Basil - Meatballs - Pepperoni - Chicken - Capicola - Spinach - Sun Dried Tomato - Jalapeno - Roma Tomato.

Best Bar at the Lake of the Ozarks

Not only are we known for being a fabulous place to get a drink and wind down from a busy day, we have incredible food. From pizzas to burgers and fried pickles to pretzel sticks, we've got it all. Don't forget about our beers, though! After you've enjoyed a delicious meal, you can wash it down with the best craft beer at the Lake of the Ozarks. Don't forget to celebrate pizza month the right way - the Casablanca way!

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Did You Raise Your Pint for Drink Beer Day?!

If there is any holiday worth celebrating, it's one that encourages you to drink your favorite beer at the Lake of the Ozarks! With beer being one of the oldest enjoyed beverages, it's no wonder we have a day dedicated just to the enjoyment of it but why celebrate on just one day?  Here at Casablanca, we make every day "Drink Beer Day," so here are some fun facts about your favorite brew, some history and even a peek at our frothy favorites!

Fun Facts About The Bubbly Brew

1. There’s about 2.5 pints of CO2 dissolved in a pint of beer.
2. IPA's were originally delivered by the British to their troops in India. India Pale Ales were highly hopped and highly alcoholic to preserve the beer during its long voyage.
3. Hops are widely recognized as herbal relaxants and are used in naturopathic or homeopathic medicines as sleep inducers or stress relievers!
4. Anyone under the age of 21 who takes out household trash containing even a single empty alcohol beverage container can be charged with illegal possession of alcohol in Missouri.
5. While there wasn't any cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, or pumpkin pie at the first Thanksgiving ... there was beer, brandy, gin, and wine!

Casablanca's Beer on Draught

STELLA ARTOIS - LAGER - InBev
Lager Beer from Belgium. ABV of 5.2%. Named Stella, Latin for Star, and Artois after the founders last name.

LOGBOAT SNAPPER - IPA - Columbia, MO
Easy drinking IPA. ABV 7.2%. Fruity pears and peaches play off of piney notes.

SHOCK TOP - TWISTED PRETZEL WHEAT - St Louis, MO
American Wheat Ale. ABV 5.2%. Wheat, caramel malt, orange, and rich pretzel aroma.

FAUST - VIENNA STYLE LAGER - InBev
German Pilsener. ABV 5.2%.A light amber color. Nice flavor, but in a mild manner.

SCHLAFLY PALE ALE - APA - SCHLAFLY BREWING
APA, American Pale Ale, great choice for an alternative of an IPA. ABV 4.4%

STELLA ARTOIS CIDRE - LAGER - InBev
Lager. Taste of Red Apple and Peach with apricot accents. ABV 4.5%

BUFFALO SWEAT - OATMEAL STOUT - Tallgrass Brewing
Oatmeal Stout. Dark beer described as a beer brownie. ABV 5%

CONTACT HIGH - PALE WHEAT ALE - 4 Hands
Pours a bright orange hue with a bit citrus aroma. ABV 5%

BIRRA MORETTI - PALE LAGER - HEINEKEN BREWERY
If you like a nice heiney, you will love this. ABV 4.6% Italian roots.

SOUTHERN PECAN - BROWN ALE - Lazy Magnolia
Malty, caramel, and nutty flavors shine through. Dark mahogany color. ABV 4.5%

KRAFTIG LIGHT - LIGHT LAGER - InBev
Clean and malty with no aftertaste. A balanced brew in terms of hops and malt. ABV 4.2%

CRISP APPLE - CIDER BEER - Angry Orchard
A crisp and flavorful cider beer. Slight sweet taste. ABV 5% Amber color.

UNFILTERED WHEAT - WHEAT - BOULEVARD
A slightly cloudy, light-bodied, straw colored beer. ABV 4.4%. #1 Seller in midwest.

BUD LIGHT - MILLER LIGHT
We have both of these on tap, but do we really need to describe them? ABV 4.2%

FLIGHT BOARD
4 8oz glasses of different beers. Great way to learn which ones you like.

Best Beer on Tap at the Lake of the Ozarks

Are you looking for an ice cold glass of beer to enjoy on this wonderful holiday? Well we've got it for you. 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. Of course, you can get more than a good beer here, we also have burgers, pizzas, Casa dogs, and much more on our fabulous menu. Come check it out!

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Lake Ozark, MO

It's National BEER DAY!

There's nothing better than gathering with your best buds and throwing back a few beers, but it's even better when it's BEER DAY! At Casablanca, we have the best craft beer at the Lake of the Ozarks, and we take our beer very seriously. From lagers to pale ales, you can find it all right at our bar. Here are a few things you should know about our beers on tap, and even some fun facts about beer!

Beer At Casagrotto

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.

STELLA ARTOIS - LAGER - InBev
Lager Beer from Belgium. ABV of 5.2%. Named Stella, Latin for Star, and Artois after the founder's last name.

LOGBOAT SNAPPER - IPA - Columbia, MO
Easy drinking IPA. ABV 7.2%. Fruity pears and peaches play off of piney notes.

SHOCK TOP - TWISTED PRETZEL WHEAT - St Louis, MO
American Wheat Ale. ABV 5.2%. Wheat, caramel malt, orange, and rich pretzel aroma.

FAUST - VIENNA STYLE LAGER - InBev
German Pilsener. ABV 5.2%.A light amber color. Nice flavor, but in a mild manner.

SCHLAFLY PALE ALE - APA - SCHLAFLY BREWING
APA, American Pale Ale, great choice for an alternative of an IPA. ABV 4.4%

STELLA ARTOIS CIDRE - LAGER - InBev
Lager. Taste of Red Apple and Peach with apricot accents. ABV 4.5%

BUFFALO SWEAT - OATMEAL STOUT - Tallgrass Brewing
Oatmeal Stout. Dark beer described as a beer brownie. ABV 5%

CONTACT HIGH - PALE WHEAT ALE - 4 Hands
Pours a bright orange hue with a bit citrus aroma. ABV 5%

BIRRA MORETTI - PALE LAGER - HEINEKEN BREWERY
If you like a nice heiney, you will love this. ABV 4.6% Italian roots.

SOUTHERN PECAN - BROWN ALE - Lazy Magnolia
Malty, caramel, and nutty flavors shine through. Dark mahogany color. ABV 4.5%

KRAFTIG LIGHT - LIGHT LAGER - InBev
Clean and malty with no aftertaste. A balanced brew in terms of hops and malt. ABV 4.2%

CRISP APPLE - CIDER BEER - Angry Orchard
A crisp and flavorful cider beer. Slight sweet taste. ABV 5% Amber color.

UNFILTERED WHEAT - WHEAT - BOULEVARD
A slightly cloudy, light-bodied, straw colored beer. ABV 4.4%. #1 Seller in midwest.

BUD LIGHT - MILLER LIGHT
We have both of these on tap, but do we really need to describe them? ABV 4.2%

FLIGHT BOARD
4 8oz glasses of different beers. Great way to learn which ones you like.

Fun Facts About Beer

• Beer contains protein and carbohydrates. That makes it healthy, right?
• In the days of poor sanitation (not that long ago at all and still true in some places), beer was one of the few safe ways to stay hydrated.
• Your tongue has about 10,000 taste buds, so put them to good work and try out a new beer!
• Yeast is remarkably sensitive to temperature and can create completely different beers with only a small temperature variation in the brewing process.

The Best Bar at the Lake of the Ozarks

At Casablanca and Casagrotto, you don't just get good beer, you get an amazing atmosphere. Plus, you can get the best food at the Lake of the Ozarks! From appetizers to pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks, we have all of the foods you'll love to eat when drinking your beer. Come out tonight and party with the best beer in town!

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Casablanca Trivia!

If you've been coming to the Lake, or living here for a while, you'll know that Casablanca is one of the oldest, and best bar at the Lake of the Ozarks! We're located on the Bagnell Dam Strip, and our facility is immersed in history and culture that can't be found anywhere else. While we are a frequent stop for regulars here at the Lake -  we're quickly becoming a favorite for all of the newbies because of our delicious brick oven pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks, and our ice cold craft beers at the Lake of the Ozarks.

If you think you know a thing or two about Casablanca's history, take a swing at this fun trivia facts! If you already know them, you can always impress someone at our bar with them.

Casablanca Trivia!

A. What year was the Casablanca building built?

B. What government job resided in the Casablanca building in 1929?

C. What major event that affected your favorite beverage happened when Casablanca was first established?

D. In 1998, Casablanca was sold and renamed. Do you know what that name was?

E. What year did Casablanca get renamed back to it's old familiar name?

F. What is the name of the new restaurant in the basement where you can get the best pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks?

G. When the Bagnell Dam was constructed, were the trees that were cut down used to make our walls and trees? True or False.

H. What famous thieving duo were known to frequent Casablanca in the 1930's?

I. How many televisions can you find in our restaurant?

ANSWERS!

a. Our beautiful building was built in 1928, and still standing strong today!
b. Our building was actually the fir Lake Ozark Post Office. While we don't shuffle mail here now, we sure can shuffle some good beers across the counter for you.
c. In 1933 the Prohibition ended, and our building was turned into Casablanca.
d. Slick's Biker Bar. We still love bikers coming in, and you'll find thousands of the during Bike Night and Bikefest, but we love the name Casablanca better.
e. In 2003 Casablanca was bought back by a prior Casablanca customer, and they renamed it back!
f. Casagrotto! That should have been an easy one.
g. True. You will find the walls and floors of our facility are a beautiful hardwood that came from the trees that were cut down during the construction of the dam.
h. Bonnie and Clyde were actually known to frequent the bar back in the 1930's. Who knows, maybe you're sitting in the same place that once did.
i. You can count 27 televisions in our restaurant. We want to provide the best place to watch the game at the Lake of the Ozarks, hence why all of the TVs.

A Piece of History

Casablanca isn't just an amazing restaurant, it's a piece of history here at the Lake of the Ozarks. We have people who have been coming in for YEARS, and we love that still come in today. Make our restaurant part of your tradition whether on vacation or just a weekly haunt that you visit when you're done with work. We can't wait to see you!

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O is for Onion Ring Day!

Today is national onion ring day, and the best way to celebrate is by coming out to your favorite bar at the Lake of the Ozarks and enjoying a meal with us, and indulging in onion rings of course! From delicious food and drinks to a great time with your favorite "regulars" at the bar, we have everything you need to make the most of this wonderful Wednesday.

Fun Facts About Onion Rings

• The first recipe for Onion Rings was a Crisco ad in a 1933 issue of the New York Times Magazine.
• According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the largest onion ever grown weighed 10 lbs 14 oz and was grown by V. Throup of Silsden, England.
• The fastest time to peel 50 pounds of onions is 2 minutes 39 seconds.
• Eating parsley will help get rid of onion breath.
• June 22nd is National Onion Ring Day.
• A&W is credited with popularizing the onion rings in fast food restaurants, introducing it to its menu in the 1960s.
• The first recipe for Onion Rings was a Crisco ad in a 1933 issue of the New York Times Magazine.
• Fastest time to eat raw onion was 43.53 seconds by Guyism favorite, Furious Pete.
• US produces more than 2 million metric tons of onions annually.
Onion rings are commonly found in the US, Canada, Ireland,Australia, the United Kingdom and some parts of Asia. Onion rings are usually served with ketchup but sometimes are served with mayonnaise or other sauces.

History of the Onion Ring

• There are many stories about the creation of the onion ring, but one of the earliest is in John Molland's 1802 cookbook, "TheArt of Cookery Made Easy and Refined." The recipe included frying onions dipped in a batter made with parmesan cheese. Then you dip them in a sauce made from butter and mustard.
• Another recipe was from the "Middletown, New Daily Times" on January 13th, 1910. 
• Whoever invented this delicious snack certainly knew what they were doing, because we LOVE us some onion rings.
• Kirby's Pig Stand restaurant in Oak Cliff, Texas, also 

Onion Rings at Casablanca

ONION RINGS
Large fresh cut onions breaded in out own beer batter and then fried to a golden brown. Served with our house made Casa Sauce.

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

Best Bar at the Lake of the Ozarks

Casablanca is a great place to come hang out and enjoy a fun, historic atmosphere. Our facility has been around since the early 19th century and with all of those historic memories, it's only fitting to keep making more. We boast of the best pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks, as well as ice cold craft beer, and a great place to sit back and enjoy making new friends. We hope to see you out here today for Onion Ring Day, or any day that's worth celebrating with the best beer at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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