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Wednesday, April 26, 2017

A Magic Night with The Magic Dragon Car Show 🐉

Summer is right around the corner, and the Lake is waking up from its winter sleep. Events are popping up all over, and every weekend seems to be hopping with excitement. The Bagnell Dam Strip is no exception! There are some amazing events coming up, and we want you to be the first to know about them! In just a few weeks there is ONE MASSIVE SHOW & legendary weekend hitting the Strip, and you'll definitely want to be there. Here are all of the details about the Magic Dragon Car Show!

Photo Credit: www.MagicDragonCarShow.com

About the Event

This unique show is meant for all makes, models, and years of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. In 2016 this fun event at the Lake of the Ozarks celebrates its 28th year! We had phenomenal weather, about 1,000 participants, and almost 10,000 spectators! With over 25 years of show experience, you can be assured that you will enjoy yourself. The Historic Bagnell Dam Strip is the ideal location for our fun event, and we even close the strip down to normal traffic during show hours. This ensures that we only have show vehicles within the boundaries! The electric atmosphere is incredible, some even say it's like being on the set of "American Graffiti".

How Did They Get Their Name?

Have you ever looked at an aerial view of the Lake of the Ozarks? Some folks say that it looks just like a big dragon (a dragon that is over 90 miles long!). It winds its way through the Ozark hills, and several years ago the area was dubbed "The Land of the Magic Dragon." At the very first show in 1987, they used the name "Magic Dragon" and it has stuck with them ever since.

Photo Credit: www.MagicDragonCarShow.com

Event Details

This event is hosted on the Bagnell Dam Strip in Lake Ozark, MO. From May 5th through May 7th you can walk around the strip admiring the awesome show vehicles.

Car Show Rules

All participants and spectators are required to follow common rules to keep everyone safe and help them enjoy the event.

Parking:

NO ANGLE PARKING in the center lane. Center lane parking is end to end within the parking spot as marked
NO SAVING SPOTS - Parking is first come, first served. Those who save spots may be asked to leave the show

General Rules:

The windshield card MUST be visible on the driver side dash to enter the event area and during show
Speed Limit within the show shall not exceed 5mph
NO Burnouts/ Peel outs
NO Alcohol – Open Container Law will be Enforced by the Lake Ozark PD (so come into our Lake of the Ozarks bar for the best beer!)
NO Loud Stereos
NO Personal ATV’s/Side-by-Sides/Golf Carts or other utility vehicles are permitted

Photo Credit: www.MagicDragonCarShow.com

Visit Casablanca at the Magic Dragon Car Show

You KNOW you're going to get hungry, or thirsty while enjoying the day at the Magic Dragon Car Show. Thankfully, the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks is within the limits of the event so you only have to walk on over to get the best food in town. From burgers to brick oven pizzas, we have it all. Better yet, if you want to eat in a different location, we have takeout that you can order from your phone! Don't forget to stop in and say HI at the Magic Dragon Car Show on May 5th-7th.

Casablanca - the best bar & grill and the best pizza under one roof!

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1312 Bagnell Dam Blvd
Lake Ozark, MO

Friday, April 21, 2017

Casa On The Run!

If you thought the food at Casablanca was great at the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks - you should try it at home *wink*. Thankfully, now you can! At Casablanca, we have now made it easy for you to order your food online and have it ready when you swing in. While we love having you at our restaurant, sometimes you just need to get home (or work, or to your next destination) and be able to eat there. Here are just a few favorites on the Casa On the Run Menu for you to enjoy.

First Things First

If you want to order your food on the run - you need to visit our website at www.CasaOnTheRun.patronpath.com.

Online Ordering Hours

Sunday - 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Monday thru Thursday - 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Friday - 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday - 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Pizza

Are you looking for the best pizza at the Lake of the Ozarks? Casagrotto specializes in brick oven pizza with fresh toppings piled high. If you're looking for quality and amazing flavor - Casagrotto has it. Now you can get our incredible pizza right in your very own home or even at work on Fridays for lunch. Check out these favorites from our menu that you can now enjoy anywhere!

Bagnell Dam Supreme
JordanMeister
Casa Supreme
Capo
Dave's Hotel California
Cheryl Doormman
Napoli
Hawaiian
Pollo
Grand Glaize
Pepperoni Classico
Margherita
Chucky Cheese
The Poor Boy

Starters

Looking for a delicious way to kick off your meal? Our starters are full of flavor - perfect to begin your amazing meal.

Bruchetta
Cheese Bread

Salad

Artisan blend of lettuce tossed in olive oil, red wine vinegar, thinly sliced red onion, red wine marinated artichoke hearts, our signature cheese blend, topped with cracked black pepper.

Casagrotto Italian Salad

Brick Oven Baked Hoagies

This isn't any old hoagie - this is a BRICK OVEN hoagie! Each hoagie comes with our legendary cheese blend, Roma tomatoes, caramelized onions, Aioli sauce & a bag of chips.

The Grotto
The Italian
Ham & Cheese

Grinders

Are you looking for a taste of Italy at the Lake? Our grinders are a perfect way to kick off your night at the Bagnell Dam Strip, or to order on your lunch break before getting back to "the grind."

The Kendra
The Meat A Ball

Calzones

We have five amazing calzones that will make your mouth water. Whether you are ordering solo, or want to order for a group of your friends - these are perfect.

Casa Pollo
Alfredo
Meat Lovers
Supreme
The Baller

The Best Food at the Lake of the Ozarks

When you're enjoying a night on The Strip, you come into Casablanca. When you're enjoying a night at home, you can STILL enjoy Casablanca Pub & Grill. You can order your favorite food every day, so be sure to hop online and place your order! You'll want to check the website and see how long the wait time is before you place your order - we want to have your food to you as soon as possible!

Casablanca - the best bar & grill and the best pizza under one roof!

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1312 Bagnell Dam Blvd
Lake Ozark, MO

Friday, April 14, 2017

Mixology Quiz - Do You Have What It Takes?

Mixology

[mik-sol-uh-jee]

noun, Usually Facetious.

1. the art or skill of preparing mixed drinks.

While we're commonly known for our draft beer at the Lake of the Ozarks - we can mix a drink or two *wink*. As the best bar at the Lake of the Ozarks, as well as the oldest, we have a pretty good knowledge of your favorite drinks and know how to mix 'em up. The real question is - do YOU know what's in your favorite drinks?? Here's a quick quiz to test your mixology knowledge. We'd love to know how you do, so take the quiz and then head over to Casablanca to have a few!

1. What to make a perfect martini? You need to add ____ to a fortified wine and gin to accomplish this.

a. Vermouth

b. Gin

c. Vodka

2. When the earliest cocktail was concocted, it was made from FOUR ingredients - what were they?

a. Liquor, triple sec, wine, and water

b. Spirits, sugar, water, bitters

c. Sugar, soda, fruit whiskey

3. What liquor is used as the base of a Cosmo?

a. Brandy

b. Tequila

c. Vodka

4. If you order a "Red Snapper" you are also getting a ___.

a. Bahama Mama

b. Bloody Mary

c. Tequila Sunrise

5. Your Tequila Sunrise is made with what red syrup?

a. Grenadine

b. Vermouth

c. Sambuca

6. Do you want a mojito on a hot day? Which liquor is ALWAYS found in it?

a. Vodka

b. Gin

c. Rum

7. If you mix cognac, triple sec, and a lime - you have a ____.

a. Old Fashioned

b. Sidecar

c. Tom Collins

8. What ingredient is missing from a Black Russian that you'll find in a White Russian?

a. Heavy Cream

b. Coffee

c. Vodka

9. When you order your Long Island iced tea - which liquor will you not typically find?

a. Whiskey

b. Vodka

c. Tequila

10. Which liquor is typically used as the base of a Manhatten?

a. Cognac

b. Rum

c. Whiskey

11. What ingredient will you almost never find in a Margarita?
a. Triple sec
b. Rum
c. Tequila

12. If you add ______ to mint and simple syrup, you'll get a mint julep.
a. Whiskey
b. Rum
c. Tequila

Answers:
1. a
2. b
3. c
4. b
5. a
6. c
7. b
8. a
9. a
10. c
11. b
12. a

How Did You Do?

Are you an expert Mixologist or would you be better off just enjoying the drinks instead of making them? Bring your friends out to the best bar at the Lake and enjoy a few with us! You can even quiz your friends on their knowledge of mixology and use their answers to decide what drink they'll be enjoying. Whether you're looking for a place to hang out on a Friday night, or you are one of our regulars - we look forward to serving you at Casablanca at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Casablanca - the best bar & grill and the best pizza under one roof!

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1312 Bagnell Dam Blvd
Lake Ozark, MO

Thursday, April 6, 2017

Beer Day the RIGHT Way!

In case you weren't aware - Beer Day is on April 7th! If there was ever a day worth celebrating, it's this one. Also, there' no better day for Beer Day than a Friday. After a long work week, it's time to kick back, grab a cold one (or two!) and enjoy the beverage that is so delicious. Here are a few fun facts about beer - and some insight into the delicious types we have on tap here at the best bar at the Lake of the Ozarks

Fun Facts About Beer

At any given time, around 0.7% of the world is drunk - that means about 50 million people are drunk right now!

Denosillicaphobia is the fear of an empty beer glass - do you have this fear? Come to Casablanca - we're a safe place.

The world's longest hangover lasted 4 weeks after a Scotsman consumed 60 pints of beer.

The strongest beer has a 67.5% alcohol content.

In Russia, beer was not considered an alcoholic beverage until 2013.

Did you know that in Finland, there is a championship for carrying your wife? If you win first place in the Wife Carrying Championship you win your wife's weight in beer ;).

In the land of the Pharoahs of Egypt, beer was the national currency.

In Argentina, political parties have their own brands a beer (and yes, they approved that message!)

In 1963, Alber Heineken created a beer bottle that could also be used as a brick to build sustainable housing in impoverished countries.

Did you know that as a rule of thumb, darker and bitter beers have a higher alcohol content?

If you've always wanted to swim in pools of beer, you can in Austria!

In Europe, 162,719 pints of Guinness beer are wasted each year due to mustaches - There's also a mustache tax. We loved our mustached and bearded fellows at Casablanca, and you won't get taxed for them ;).

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.

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.

Celebrate Beer Day with a Pint or Two!

Beer Day only comes around once a year, and you don't want to miss celebrating it. Come out to Casablanca for the best food at the Lake of the Ozarks to pair perfectly with your beer. We have a fun restaurant off of the Bagnell Dam Strip in the Lake of the Ozarks and we look forward to having you join us for the best day of the year!

Casablanca - the best bar & grill and the best pizza under one roof!

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1312 Bagnell Dam Blvd
Lake Ozark, MO

Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Fun Facts About St. Pat's to Share Over a Pint

Over 64 million Americans will be celebrating St. Patricks Day, and whether they're going to parties or coming out to their favorite bar at the Lake of the Ozarks, it's going to be a great weekend! We would love to see you, share the luck of the Irish, and even invite you to try our special Reuben pizza that is ONLY available until March 17th.

If you're planning on enjoying the evening at the bar, here are a few fun facts to share with your local leprechauns while you enjoy a pint, or two!

To celebrate St. Patrick's Day, 110 million people will celebrate the day by wearing green, eating an Irish-inspired meal, or going out to celebrate.

The largest St. Patrick's Day parade in the United States, and held since 1762, is in New York City. It draws more than one million spectators each year.

In Ireland, St. Patrick's Day is a religious holiday similar to Christmas and Easter.

The very first St. Patrick's Day parade was not in Ireland. It was in Boston in 1737.

The city of Chicago is so excited about St. Patrick's Day that they dye their river green, and have been doing it since 1962! They used 45 pounds of vegetable-based die to accomplish this.

Who knew that cards for St. Patrick's day were popular?! Apparently, there are 15 million cards that are exchanged on St. Patrick's Day.

33.7 million U.S. residents who are of Irish ancestry. That number is almost nine times the population of Ireland itself.

While green is the color of the day, St. Patrick was actually known for wearing "Saint Patrick's blue." Yet green is popular because it is the color of spring, of Ireland, and of the shamrock.

Reuben pizza at Casablanca!

Because Ireland is primarily Catholic, and March 17th occurs in the midst of Lent, they named St. Patrick's Day a religious holiday so that the bars would close and beer wasn't served. They finally got "lucky" in 1961 when the holiday was introduced as a national holiday and the pubs and bars reopened!

Cabbage shipments increase by about 70% during the week of St. Patrick's Day.

The Best Beer at the Lake of the Ozarks!

If you're ready to celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the Lake of the Ozarks the right way - come out to Casablanca on March 17th (and all of the days leading up to it!) We always have a cold beer waiting for you, and your seat ready at the bar. The brick oven is hot and ready to make your favorite pizza pie, and the company is always fun. Come out to the Bagnell Dam Strip and find your own Irish luck - and don't forget to swap some fun facts about this fun holiday with your friends.

Casablanca - the best bar & grill and the best pizza under one roof!

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1312 Bagnell Dam Blvd
Lake Ozark, MO

Friday, February 24, 2017

Celebrate World Bartender Day With Us!

Did you know that February 24th is World Bartender Day? This is a great day to celebrate the people in your life who can serve up your favorite drink, keep it filled, and always know your name ;). Here at Casablanca, we love our bartenders, and the place just wouldn't be the same without them. Here are a few fun facts alcohol, and some information about the beers we serve up on a daily basis at the best bar at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Fun Facts About Bartending

The phrase "mind your Ps & Qs" comes from bartenders. Bartenders in England would tell rowdy patrons to mind their Ps & Qs—meaning, pints and quarts. It was later shortened and used for other scenarios.

Jeremiah "Jerry" Thomas was an American bartender and is considered the "father of the American mixology." He learned how to bartend in New Haven, Connecticut before sailing for California where he worked as a bartender, gold prospector, and show manager. In 1862 he finished the book titled "How to Mix Drinks" which was the first drink book ever published in the United States.

Craft Beer at the Lake of the Ozarks

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%