#1: The Music
You can always expect the best live music at the Lake of the Ozarks to be coming from the Shorty Pants Lounge stage, and this Memorial Day Weekend, we're featuring a couple of incredible talents.
We've got the incredible Steven D. Hunt starting things off on Friday, May 26 & is back Saturday, May 27. He is a 1-man-5-piece band, offering a unique entertainment experience like you've never seen. Come on back to hear the amazing sounds of Andrew Stratman on Sunday, May 28.
If you extend your holiday weekend a little longer, you can enjoy Steven Woolley on Tuesday, May 30. Straight out of St. Louis, MO, he performs an impressive combination of of R&B, soul, and blues with hints of rock, country, and even jazz. This is just the beginning of a season filled with unbelievable live entertainment!
#2: The Food
The most authentic Cajun food at the Lake of the Ozarks comes out of our kitchen, right here in mid-Missouri. All of the Creole creations on our amazing menu feature rubs and spices direct from Louisiana. Our world famous Crab Cakes, savory Crawfish Etoufee, mouthwatering Gumbo, and giant Po Boy Sandwiches are just the beginning of a menu that will tickle your taste buds.
Even though Cajun dishes are our specialty, you'll still find a wonderful variety of other items on our diverse menu. The Smoked Wings are the best in the lake area, our Prime Rib Burgers are simply out of this world, and we've also got steak or catfish dinners that can satisfy any appetite. We even offer an incredible Brie & Fruit Platter, perfect for taking a short break from the lake with a nice glass of wine.
#3: The Drinks
The talented bartenders at Shorty Pants Lounge make the most amazing hand-mixed cocktails. Some of the specialties that you will find out of our bar are freshly muddled Mojitos, Cajun Bloody Marys, and magnificent Margaritas. All of your favorite frozen drinks are here too; Pina Coladas, Strawberry Daiquiris, Rum Runners, and of course, the ever-popular Pain in the A**. In addition to those, we carry an excellent assortment of wines, as well as the coldest beer in town.
#4: The Gas Dock
If you'll be spending any time at all out on the water this holiday weekend, then a stop at our full-service gas dock at the Lake of the Ozarks is a must! We've got 87 Octane, 93 Octane and Diesel fuel for all your watercraft, plus a lot more than just gas! Shorty Pants Marina's C-store has snacks, drinks, ice, sunglasses, suntan lotion, and more. Everything you could possibly need for a fun day out on the water. You can even pick up a little Shorty Pants gear while you're here.
While you wait to get fueled up, chill out in one of the comfortable seats on the dock and grab some free coffee if you need a jolt of caffeine, free popsicles for the kids, and we've even got free treats for your four-legged passengers. If you are looking for a place to store your boat while you're in town, reserve one of our covered boat slips by calling 573-302-1004.
#5: The View
Last, but certainly not least, is the view you get to enjoy from our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront restaurant. It's great while you're eating, plus beautiful and relaxing enough to make you want to stick around for a while after you're done. There are plenty of tables lakeside, and you can also sit at the outside bar while getting a load of that awesome view.
If you prefer to eat indoors while you're here, you'll find even more seating in a New Orleans styled atmosphere. There's also another bar you can belly up to, and the indoor dining room at Shorty Pants Lounge is smoke-free.
When Can We Expect You?
Those 5 reasons should be more than enough to get you excited about spending part of your Memorial Day Weekend right here with us at Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina. It's going to be an incredible holiday weekend, and we've got a lot more in store for you afterwards for the rest of the season. We hope to see you often, and we're excited to see you soon!
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