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Thursday, September 13, 2018

You Need a Fall Vacation at the Lake of the Ozarks

The fun at the lake doesn't end with Labor Day. On the contrary, there is still plenty of time to enjoy a lot of "summer" activities before the weather gets cold plus lots of fun fall events to attend. If you need a place to stay while you're in town, that's where Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina can come in handy! 

We have not just 1, but 2 of the best vacation house rentals at the Lake of the Ozarks sitting right next door, and we'd love to have you stay with us. First, we'll tell you a little about our spacious waterfront vacation rentals, followed by some of the irresistible fall events happening close by. 


photo from Funlake.com 
The Best Vacation Rentals
The Glass House offers 1500 square feet of living space and can easily house up to 8 guests. The Red House boasts 3,400 square feet of living space and can sleep up to 16. Both offer plenty of room to bring the whole family along or a large group of friends for a relaxing fall stay at the lake. 

Both houses have an amazing lake view with large decks to sit on and admire it from. They contain all the comforts of home you'll need during your stay and are only a short walk away from Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina.  



Annual Fall Events
Tales of the breathtaking scenery surrounding the lake area should be enough to convince you to travel this way during the fall. In case you need a bit more incentive than that, here is a look at some of the upcoming fall events at the Lake of the Ozarks. 

Lake of the Ozarks Air Show- Sept. 22
Camdenton Memorial Lake Regional Airport
A day filled with exciting acts both on the ground and in the air. At one point, hundreds of pin pong balls will be released from an airplane and children are invited to race onto the field and grab them for prizes! An entertaining day for the entire family. A rain date is set for Sept. 23. 

Get The Led Out: The American Led Zeppelin - Sept. 22
Ozarks Amphitheater
While you're already in Camdenton for the Air Show, you might as well stay for this amazing concert in this wonderful outdoor concert venue. The Ozarks Amphitheater was recently voted #5 of the best live music venues in Missouri, and this excellent tribute band will be helping everyone to celebrate Led Zeppelin's 59th anniversary.  

19th Annual Bogeys & Beer Golf Tournament - Oct. 3
The Oaks at Tan-Tar-A Resort
We are proud every year to be a part of this annual golf tournament where all of the proceeds benefit many local organizations. It consists of a shotgun start, cash prizes and 18-hole proxies, silent & live auctions, and both lunch and an awards dinner provided.  

Fall Big Bass Bash - Oct. 6-7
Lakewide
This annual fishing tournament is for amateurs only and there is over $250,000 up for grabs in prizes! Be sure to stock up on everything you'll need for a day out on the lake at Shorty Pants Marina before heading out to win the big money. 

33rd Annual Fall Harbor Hop - Oct. 13
Lakewide
Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina will once again be one of the many stops for this popular poker run on the water. (Which makes it extremely convenient to stay here in one of our rental houses!) A $20 donation allows you to collect your 7 cards from any of the waterfront stops on the list and prizes are given out when it's over. 


photo from Funlake.com
Fall Festivals & Pumpkin Patches
If you're the type of person that loves celebrating autumn by attending all types of local festivals and farms, then the Lake of the Ozarks is definitely the place for you! No matter which weekend you decide to come down, there's bound to be one going on nearby. 

Fall Open House Wine Trail - Sept. 22
Businesses West of the Grand Glaize Bridge
A city-wide open house along the Osage Beach Parkway west of the Grand Glaize Bridge. (Our side of town!) There will be great specials offered, treats, wine tasting of wines from around the region, tons of shops to browse, and more. 

Pumkin Chunkin' Palooza - Sept. 29
Ozarks Amphitheater
A family-friendly fall festival to celebrate the season that donates proceeds from the admission to benefit local area organizations. The main attraction is the giant trebuchet launching pumpkins high into the air throughout the day. There will also be face painting, bounce houses, pumpkin decorating, local artisans, live music, and much more.   

Thunder Mountain Fall Festival - Oct. 5-27
Bridal Cave & Thunder Mountain Park
This already beautiful scenic attraction will be all dressed up for the fall. Festival activities take place each weekend from 9 am-4 pm and include fire pits, sarsaparilla making, duck races, corn crib, pedal tractor races, live bluegrass music, and much more. They will also have mums for sale as well as pumpkins from their Pumpkin Trail of over 1,000 pumpkins! 

MECCA Pumpkin Patch - Oct. 6-28
MECCA Family Farm, Roach
Open Saturdays & Sundays from 10 am-5pm, in addition to tons of pumpkins to choose from, you can also enjoy a corn crib, a 150-ft Big Slide, face painting, a petting zoo, hay rides, and a lot more. 

More Local Festivals - find more details at Funlake.com.

  • 33rd Annual Turkey Festival - Sept. 29
    Downtown Eldon
  • Olde Tyme Apple Festival - Oct. 6
    Downtown Versailles
  • 18th Annual Osage Beach Fall Festival - Oct. 13
    Osage Beach City Park
  • Apple Butter Days & Fall Festival - Oct. 19-20
    Camden County Museum


Once you're done enjoying an incredible fall vacation at the Lake of the Ozarks, you might as well go ahead and book your next stay in our vacation rental houses before you go home. There will be holiday open houses and fun winter events coming up that you won't want to miss, and the best dates in the summer book up quickly, so it's not too early to reserve your favorite dates for next year. Check availability online through our Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina website or the direct links to each house above.  

If the dates you're desiring happen to be taken, you can also check out the fantastic vacation rental house in Osage Beach next to our sister restaurant, Dog Days Bar Grill. This waterfront property can sleep up to 16 and it's every bit as amazing as our own rentals.  


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Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Book Our Vacation House Rental for Fall at the Lake of the Ozarks

Currently, our Lake of the Ozarks vacation rental houses are booked up for Shootout Weekend and Labor Day Weekend, but the fun at the lake doesn't end after the Labor Day holiday. Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina stays open well into the fall because not only are there still all kinds of things to do in the lake area at that time, but the view when the leaves begin turning is something incredible to experience. 


Another bonus to visiting the Lake of the Ozarks in the fall is the fact that the pace is a little slower and more laid back than you regularly find mid-Summer. (Unless, of course, you're here for Bikefest, September 12-16, 2018. Things get crowded that weekend, but oh, so much fun!) If you're considering a fall vacation at the Lake of the Ozarks, the following reviews from some of this summer's visitors will convince you that you want to stay right here with us.

The Glass House
The Glass House offers 1,500 square feet of living space and can easily house up to 8 guests. These reviews were taken from the Glass House booking page



"Wonderful long weekend!
We spent a long weekend at The Glass House with two other couples and had a wonderful time. The house was very clean and decor was perfect for a lake house get away. The boys loved playing the arcade game while waiting for the ladies to get ready to head out for an adventure. Location was perfect as just across the street from Shorty Pants Lounge where we were able to stop in for a convenient and tasty meal! I highly recommend this property for your vacation!"
~Kirsten P.



"We loved the Glass House.
My family and I stayed during the week over Independence Day. Ashley was great, answered all of our questions (believe me we texted a lot!) There are some pool noodles there, plenty of towels and we were excited to learn we could use a couple of paddleboards and a kayak. Bill down at the marina was super friendly, we enjoyed free popsicles and got to use their pump to inflate our giant floaties. Dinner at Shorty Pants was delicious, my husband is from New Orleans and he agrees their Cajun food was great! The master bedroom upstairs is the smallest room and there was no place in that room to put clothes (no closet or dresser) but the bathroom attached is a good trade off. The other two bedrooms are good sized both with a closet and one had a dresser as well. All the rooms had a nice lake view. Even though they had a same day turn around on check out she still gave us an extra 30 minutes to check out. Believe me with a 5 year old and 10 month old that was a HUGE help. Fun decor, had all the necessities and super nice host. Thanks for a great trip!"
~Nida D.



"House on lake - Osage Beach
Great place. Spacious and just across from Shorty Pants. Easy access to all. Quality throughout from linens, to dishware, and furniture. Very nice place to stay and the owner was great with quick answers to any questions."
~Becky Y.




The Red House
The Red House boasts 3,400 square feet of living space and can sleep up to 16 guests. These reviews were taken from the Red House booking page.  



"Perfect House for Large Group/Family
This house has everything you need; plenty of space, screened in porch with a huge table for hanging out in the evenings, enough bathrooms for all guests, TWO kitchens, and a great deck (you can listen to the live music from Shorty Pants which we loved). We will definitely stay there again, thank you for making my wife's 30th birthday a great weekend!!!"
~Dan G.



"Great Property!!
We had a wonderful stay at this property. The house was clean, had plenty of beds, bathrooms, towels, kitchen items, etc. the view was beautiful & convenient to the restaurant and marina. Would highly recommend!! Thanks so much!!"
~Dawn P.



"Beautiful home - can't wait to go back.
This home is stunning & was absolutely perfect for 16 of us this past weekend. We had so much fun and Ashley was so accommodating to all of our needs from the get-go. Can't wait to book it again next summer. Thank you Ashley for everything!!!"
~Aubrey L.



"Everything we were wanting and more!
Right off the bat, Ashley was quick to respond and super helpful with anything we needed. The house was so spacious and clean. We had 11 people stay here and we all had more than enough space. It was so nice being as close as we were to the Shorty Pants Marina too. I would definitely stay here again and I would recommend it to anyone!"
~Jillian L.



It's easy to have an incredible time when you're visiting the lake area, and we do everything in our power to make sure that your stay at our Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina's vacation house rental is one of the highlights of your visit. You can find the links to check availability and find booking information above and on the home page of our website. 

If your preferred dates aren't available, take a look at the Dog Days Bar & Grill vacation rental house. It's also gorgeous, spacious, lakefront, and right next door to our sister restaurant in Osage Beach. The next time you're headed to the Lake of the Ozarks, whether for work, pleasure, or a little of both, make plans to stay with us! 


The Lake's #1 Creole Cuisine Restaurant, where you can expect a luxury, laid-back experience at Lake of the Ozarks!!

Thursday, July 19, 2018

Shorty Pants Marina - Everything You Need For a Great Day on the Lake of the Ozarks!

If you're in the lake area, more than likely you are going to want to spend quite a bit of time out on the water. It's easy to spend the entire day out there, and when you plan to do that, you're going to want to make a stop at the best gas dock and marina at the Lake of the Ozarks before you head out. Once you stock up on everything you need at Shorty Pants Marina, you'll be all set for an eventful day on the water. 



For example, this Saturday, July 21 at our sister restaurant Dog Days Bar & Grill, it's time for AquaPalooza 2018, the biggest single-day boating event at the Lake of the Ozarks! From 1-5 pm there will be hundreds of boats tied up in the Dog Days cove enjoying the 4 incredible bands performing all afternoon long. If you happen to be one of the lucky people in one of those boats, you'll be needing some supplies until you make it up to the restaurant. That's where a stop at Shorty Pants Marina in the morning will come in handy!

Gas
First and foremost, you'll want to get you watercraft gassed up for the day. We've got 87 Octane, 93 Octane, and Diesel fuel for your boat or PWC. Swing on by early and let us fill you up, and if you need to be topped off at the end of the day, come on back again! There will be live music and a delicious dinner waiting for you up the dock at Shorty Pants Lounge when you get here. 



Ice, Drinks, & Snacks
This time of year, it's most often sunny and extremely hot, so you're going to want refreshments on your boat to keep cool and energized throughout the day. The C-store at Shorty Pants Marina has the ice you need for your coolers (as well as a few coolers too) plus the tasty treats to put inside plus the ice. 

You can pick up package liquor, soft drinks, water, and all kinds of snacks while you're here. We've even got free popsicles for the kiddos when you stop by, free coffee for the adults, and free dog treats for your 4-legged passengers. 



Boating Essentials
Just in case you need to stock up on a few boating and/or personal essentials, we can take care of that for you too. Boating supplies include oil, fuel stabilizer, watersport flags, batteries, and more. For your passengers, we have personal care items you may have forgotten to pack, such as koozies, drink cups, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, chapstick, toilet paper, and more. We even carry Dramamine, just in case someone on the boat might need it.  

You'll also find the stuff you need to keep you safe from the sun during your day out on the lake like sunblock, sunglasses, and hats. There's also plenty of awesome Shorty Pants gear to wear in sizes to fit the entire family. 



Boat Storage
Also, if you need a place to park your watercraft while you're in town, we may be able to help you out there too. We have 35 covered boat slips available from sizes 14'x26' up to 20'x56' as well as PWC slip rentals. Give us a call at 573-302-1004 to check availability and make arrangements to park here. Amenities that come along with those slips include showers, washer/dryer, free WiFi, free electric, free ice, gated parking, and gas discounts.  



Anytime that you're in the lake area this summer and planning to spend the day out on the water, make sure that our Lake of the Ozarks gas dock and C-store at the 21MM in Salt Hollow Cove is your first stop. We've always got great music onstage on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina, so you might as well make us your last stop too! A wonderful ending to an amazing day. 


The Lake's #1 Creole Cuisine Restaurant, where you can expect a luxury, laid-back experience at Lake of the Ozarks!!

Thursday, April 26, 2018

DO NOT Miss the 21st Annual Spring Harbor Hop May 5, 2018!

It's almost time for the 2018 Spring Harbor Hop! In addition to being one of the best annual events at the Lake of the Ozarks, it's one more great reason why you need to start making plans to spend an incredible spring day with us at Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina



21st Annual Spring Harbor Hop
Saturday, May 5, 2018, brings with it the first big boating event of the season. It's a giant poker run on the lake consisting of stops at over 40 waterfront bars, restaurants, and marinas. Poker, prizes, live music, great food, incredible drinks, awesome people, and the chance to cruise the gorgeous Lake of the Ozarks... what more could you ask for!?!

Shorty Pants Marina is the perfect place to fill up your boat or PWC and maybe grab a few boating essentials before a day full of harbor hopping. Shorty Pants Lounge will be serving up all of your Cajun favorites beginning at 11 am, and we've got the always entertaining Steven Moore onstage to entertain you once you're done hopping.  



How the Hop Happens
This exciting 1-day boating event consists of traveling to at least 7 stops on the list and picking up a card for your poker hand at each one. At your first stop, you will pay an optional $20 donation per 7-card hand and receive the first card. Your completed hand will be turned in at the stop where you get the 7th card, and this must be done by 7 pm. If you aren't thrilled with the hand you've been dealt, you may draw a bonus 8th card for an additional $5. Anyone can play, and you are allowed to collect more than one hand.     

The Prizes
There are lots of different prizes available during the Spring Harbor Hop, and they are given out in the form of gift certificates to lake area establishments. Prize amounts are based on the amount of entry donations collected, and that amount is divided up among the following categories: 


1st Place: 10%
2nd Place: 9%
3rd Place: 8%
4th Place: 7% each
5th - 10th Place: 5% each
4 Worst Hands: 4% each
Random Drawing for 10 Hands: 2% each
(all ties will share the allocated percentage for the placing)
The BonusIn addition to the regular prize winners, a section winner will be recognized. To be eligible to be a section winner, a player must draw all seven (7) cards within one of the four sections listed below.
photo from Funlake.com 

Harbor Hop Stops

Dealers are subject to change before the event. You can check the Harbor Hop website for updates and also to download a copy of the 2018 map. (You'll find Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina, as well as 2 stops at our sister restaurant, Dog Days Bar & Grill, in Section III below!) 

Checkpoints Gravois Arm - Section ICabana Jones (Formerly Bump's) - 3.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Jolly Rogers Grub & Grog - 4.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Gas Hole at Beauty View Resort - 5.5 MM Soap Creek - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Coconuts Caribbean Beach Bar & Grill - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Hillbilly Yacht Club Bar & Grill - 7 MM Gravois Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Frog's Bar & Grill - 8 MM Gravois Arm - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Tap and Grill Lakeside Brew Haus - 6.5 MM Main Channel - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Millstone Marina - 6.5 MM Main Channel - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Checkpoints Dam, Main Channel, 13 MM - Section II 
Beavers at the Dam - 0 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Ozark Yacht Club/Lakeside Cafe - 1MM (Jennings Branch Cove) - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Boathouse Lakeside Bar & Grill - 3 MM (Jobson Hollow Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Big Thunder Marina at Glencove - 3 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Shady Gators #1 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Shady Gators #2 - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Camden on the Lake/H.Toads - 7 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Bobbers Restaurant at Alhonna Resort - 8 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Big Thunder Marine - 8 MM (Buck Creek Cove) - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Franky & Louie's #1 - 10 MM (Lynch Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Franky & Louie's #2 - 10 MM (Lynch Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Bikini Pier - 11.5 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Lake House 13 at Pointe Oasis - 13 MM (Chimney Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Checkpoints 13.5 MM - 26 MM, Main Channel - Section III
Backwater Jack's - 17.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Dog Days #1 - 19 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Dog Days #2 - 19 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Kelly's Port - 19.5 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Bridgeview Marina & Shipstore - 1.5 MM Grand Glaize Arm - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Formula Boats of Missouri - 1 MM Grand Glaize Arm - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Surdyke Port 20 - 20 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Shorty Pants Marina & Lounge - 21 MM (Woodland Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Redhead Lakeside Grille - 21 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Paradise Tropical Restaurant #1 - 24 MM - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Paradise Tropical Restaurant #2 - 24 MM - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Papa Chubby's Food & Booze - 26 MM (Crab Tree Cove) - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Checkpoints 28.5 MM - 38 MM, Main Channel & Big Niangua Arm - Section IV
Miller's Landing - 28.5 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Larry's on the Lake #1 - 31 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Larry's on the Lake #2 - 31 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Mariner's Pier 31 Marina - 31 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
The Fish & Company - 31 MM (Linn Creek Cove) - 11:00 to 7:00 pm
Bulldog's Beach House - 33 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Chesnie's Cafe - 33 MM - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Captain Ron's Bar & Grill #1 - 34.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Captain Ron's Bar & Grill #2 - 34.5 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Nautifish Rum Bar - 3.5 MM Big Niangua - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Pirates Point Gas Dock & Boat Rentals - 35 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Bear Bottom Resort - 38 MM - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Begin your 2018 Spring Harbor Hop adventure at Shorty Pants Marina, then head up the dock to our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront bar & restaurant for your first card plus a cocktail and maybe even lunch before heading out for the day. Once you're all done, we hope to see you back at Shorty Pants Lounge for an evening filled with great live music, delicious food and drinks, and the amazing company you always find waiting for you here. 

The Lake's #1 Creole Cuisine Restaurantwhere you can expect a luxury, laid-back experience at Lake of the Ozarks!!

Monday, April 2, 2018

The Best Gas Dock & Marina at the Lake of the Ozarks

Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina has three great things going for it. Shorty Pants Lounge consists of an incredible Cajun-inspired bar and restaurant on the lake, we have 2 amazing vacation rental houses on-site available year-round, and Shorty Pants Marina is the best marina & gas dock at the Lake of the Ozarks. No matter whether you're looking to fill up your boat or fill up your body, we can take care of it all! 


FOR YOUR BOAT or PWC

Gas Dock
Located at the 21MM by water in Salt hollow Cove, Shorty Pants Marina has everything you need for an amazing day out on the Lake of the Ozarks. Come in early and gas up your watercraft for the day. We carry 87 Octane, 93 Octane, and Diesel fuels, and our friendly dock girls and guys will be on hand to help you fill up. 

C-Store
The C-store carries boating supplies, both to keep it running and for fun boating activities. Oil, fuel stabilizers, watersport flags, and much more can be found inside the convenience store at our gas dock.  

Dock Slips
We've even got some great dock slips for rent so that you have a safe place to park your boat or PWC while you're off the water. There are a total of 35 covered slips at Shorty Pants Marina, ranging in sizes 14x36 up to 20x56, as well as PWC slips. You can call 573-302-1004 for more details and to check availability. Additional marina amenities include:

  • Gated parking
  • Showers
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Electric
  • Free Ice
  • Gas Discounts


FOR THE BOATERS

Snacks & Drinks
If you're spending the entire day on the lake (and why wouldn't you?) you're going to need something to eat and drink to keep your energy high while you're out there. Our C-store carries all kinds of yummy snacks to enjoy, plus we also sell package liquor, as well as the ice to keep it cold and fill your coolers with. 

Necessities
Don't worry if you've forgotten to pack an important item, because there's a good chance we've got it for you in our C-store. You'll find bottle openers, toilet paper, sunscreen, Dramamine, deodorant, soap, toothbrushes & toothpaste, chapstick, floating key rings, and lots more. No need to cancel your trip, just check our shelves for what you need!   

Cool Gear
We've also got a wonderful variety of cool stuff to wear. You'll definitely want some of our Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina hats, t-shirts, or sweatshirts for a souvenir. There are also bottle and can koozies, plus sunglasses, which are an absolute necessity out on the water. (Those tend to get lost in the lake often, so you might want to pick up an extra pair!)   

A Break From the Water
As amazing as an entire day out on the water is, sometimes it's nice to get a little break on dry land before heading back out. Just up the dock from our marina is the best waterfront bar & restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks. Enjoy a lunch or dinner, a lakeside cocktail, and maybe even some of that incredible live music that graces the stage. 

Down here on our gas dock, you'll also find picnic tables, rockers, and lounge chairs to sit in and rest a spell. We always have free coffee waiting for you, free popsicles for the kiddos, and free treats for your boating dogs. Our resident dock dog, Oscar, will make sure you all feel right at home. Also, we boast the cleanest restrooms on the lake, so if you don't have a boat with a restroom on it, this is the best place for a pit stop. 



Shorty Pants Lounge gives you the waterfront dining experience you want, and Shorty Pants Marina helps to make your time out on the water the best it can be. The next time you're cruising around the lake, take the time to stop by the best gas dock at the Lake of the Ozarks. We'll make sure you're all set for a memorable time on the lake! 


The Lake's #1 Creole Cuisine Restaurantwhere you can expect a luxury, laid-back experience at Lake of the Ozarks!!

Wednesday, March 7, 2018

We're Back & Bringing All of Your Lake of the Ozarks Cajun Favorites!

This Friday, March 9, 2018, at 11:00 am, the long winter's wait for the best Cajun food at the Lake of the Ozarks will finally be over! That's when we'll be opening the doors for another exciting season at Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina, and we want you to join us! Most of you already know what to expect, but if you haven't had the pleasure of joining us in the past, here is what we will have waiting for you. 



Amazin' Cajun and More
Our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront restaurant is famous for the unbelievable Cajun creations that come out of our kitchen. Using rubs and spices direct from Louisiana, if you close your eyes you'll think you're sitting in the middle of New Orleans rather than lakeside in Mid-Missouri! Some of our most popular Cajun dishes include our World Famous Crab Cakes, Crawfish-N-Shrimp Etouffee, Creole Quesadilla, Po Boys, and Jambalaya. 

Of course, we also offer lots of traditional favorites without the added Cajun twist on our extensive menu too. You'll find prime rib burgers, savory steaks, fresh salads, delicious seafood, incredible sandwiches and wraps, and even a kids' menu the little ones can't resist. There is plenty of seating both outside by the water and indoors in our smoke-free dining room, so there's a great place to be, no matter what that day's weather may bring. 



Delicious Drinks
If you're in the mood for a cocktail to enjoy along with your meal, or if you simply want to sip and stare at that gorgeous lake view, our bartenders know how to mix a legendary drink! The Cajun Bloody Marys and muddled Mojitos are always a favorite, and we feature those frozen drinks that everyone loves in the summer. You will also be able to enjoy the coldest beer in town and a wonderful selection of wines to choose from.  



Live Entertainment
The best live music at the Lake of the Ozarks can be heard from our outdoor stage. You will find a wonderful mix of soothing sounds to enjoy during dinner and on into a lovely lake night along with bands that will have you on the dance floor all evening long. We are currently putting the finishing touches on our 2018 schedule, but we'll have it up on the "Events" page of our website very soon. 



Marina & C-Store
Shorty Pants Marina is the best gas dock at the Lake of the Ozarks. In addition to fuel, the fully stocked convenience store offers everything you might need for a day out on the water. They carry boat supplies such as oil, flags, and more, plus you can also pick up snacks, soft drinks, package liquor, suntan lotion, sunglasses, hats, koozies, and shirts, just to name a portion of what they have in store. When you stop by, we'll even have rocking and lounge chairs for you to relax in, free coffee, free dog treats, and free popsicles for the kiddos!



If you are looking for a place to park your boat or jet ski while you're in the lake area, our marina has 35 covered slips sized from 14x36 to 20x56, as well as PWC slip rentals. If you are interested in renting one of our remaining slips, give us a call at 573-302-1004Amenities included with your slip rental include:

  • Showers
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Free WiFi, Electric, and Ice
  • Gas Discounts
  • Gated Parking
  • Cleanest Restrooms on the Lake

A Perfect Place to Stay
Not only can we fuel both you and your watercraft, but we can also offer you a place to stay with two of the best vacation rental houses at the Lake of the Ozarks. They are located right next door to Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina, so joining us for fun is only a short walk away. 

Both vacation rental houses have an amazing lake view, plus all the comforts of home for groups both large and small. They each feature gorgeous decks, a full kitchen, a BBQ grill, washer and dryer, and spacious areas for everyone to enjoy. You can check availability and book a vacation house online direclty through our website, or visit www.Homeaway.com and type in the house's listing number. (the Glass House: 825630vb, and the Red House: 830216vb) Both options offer more details and photos of each house. 
     
The Glass House features 1,500 square feet of living space and can sleep up to 8 guests comfortably. There are 2 queen size beds, 1 full bed, and a sleeper sofa in the living room, plus 2 bathrooms.  



The Red House offers 3,400 square feet to enjoy and can house up to 16 guests. There are 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms in this beauty, plus another 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom "Love Shack" not connected to the main property. 



We sincerely hope that you are able to join us for Shorty Pants Lounge & Marina's opening weekend beginning this Friday, March 9, 2018 at 11 am. If you can't, don't worry because after that we will be open 7 days a week at 11:00 am well into next fall. That gives you plenty of chances to visit the best Cajun restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks many times in the coming months, and we can't wait to see you! 


The Lake's #1 Creole Cuisine Restaurantwhere you can expect a luxury, laid-back experience at Lake of the Ozarks!!