Mexicali Blues

We pride ourselves in only using the freshest, most flavorful ingredients in the best Mexican food at the Lake of the Ozarks . Today we are focusing our attention on one extremely delicious ingredient used in many dishes at Mexicali Blues - shrimp. First up, a few fun facts about this savory seafood followed by the many different ways you can enjoy it at our Lake of the Ozarks Mexican restaurant .   Intriguing Fun Facts About Shrimp They're not hard to find. Shrimp are found widely around the world and are able to live in both freshwater and saltwater.  They're not all "shrimpy." Shrimp come in different sizes, from around a half-inch long up to 12 inches or longer. The longest shrimp ever found on record was located in the Indian River near Fort Pierce, Florida and measured in at 18 inches long! They're not picky eaters. Shrimp are omnivores, which means that they eat both plants and animals.  "Green" shrimp is safe to eat. While this is true,...

Halloween is almost here. A spooky-fun night to go out, get dressed up, and indulge in way too much candy! Halloween falls on a Thursday in 2019 so our Lake of the Ozarks Mexican restaurant will be open for you to enjoy all of your favorite Mexican food treats. (Maybe a few margaritas too!)  Here in the United States we only celebrate this holiday officially 1 day of the year (although parties surround the actual date both before and after it.) In Mexico, they stretch the holiday into a 3-day celebration! Halloween is observed on October 31, just like it is here, but the festivities continue through November 2 with Dia de los Muertos. Mexicali Blues has all of the fun facts about Mexico's extended holiday for you in today's blog.   All Hallow's Eve - Oct 31 Mexico observes Halloween (or All Hallow's Eve) much like we do here in America. Children dress up in costumes and go door-to-door asking for candy. One small difference is that instead of crying "Tri...

Mexicali Blues in Osage Beach has a menu full of delicious dishes for you to enjoy every Tuesday-Saturday. Our full menu of the best Mexican food at the Lake of the Ozarks is available beginning at 11:30 am daily, but today we're highlighting a few of the dishes that are great for a lunch break.  Mexicali Blues is always a wonderful way to end your day on a high note with an amazing dinner. Joining us for lunch means you get a happy (and tasty) boost of energy to help you over the hump of a busy day!  Wraps These savory selections are all "wrapped" up nicely for a handheld treat. We take a chipotle tortilla and fill it with your choice of chicken, pork, or beef with lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro ranch. It's served with a side of rice or fries. You may also upgrade your meat to include either fajita chicken, fajita steak, or fajita shrimp.  Mexi-Grille Wrap This one takes the wrap to the next level! You may choose either fajita chic...

There are a LOT of fun events and attractions happening around the lake area throughout October. Most are taking place just a short distance from our Lake of the Ozarks Mexican restaurant . That means you can add lunch before or dinner after at Mexicali Blues and make an entire exciting day out of it! (More than 1 day actually. There really are a LOT of things going on!) Fall Fun at the Lake of the Ozarks The Cave Pumpkin Patch Open Saturdays & Sundays in October This family-owned and operated pumpkin patch located in Brumley, MO, is full of fall family fun. They accept cash only, so be prepared for that. Your admission price includes all kinds of exciting activities like the cave, a corn box, bounce house obstacle course, games, hayrides, and much more. Most importantly, you can wander the pumpkin patch and pick your favorite to buy and take home. More info here . Thunder Mountain Fall Festival at Bridal Cave October 5-October 27 Bridal Cave is all decked out with...

Tequila is very important to us here at Mexicali Blues in Osage Beach. After all, it is the main ingredient in the best margaritas at the Lake of the Ozarks .  We keep an extensive variety of tasty tequilas behind the bar. Most people assume that all tequilas are pretty much the same, but each one is slightly different than the next. There are actually a lot of facts about tequila that true connoisseurs know to be false. Today's blog is here to educate you by debunking a few of those tequila myths.  Tequila is made all over the world. NOPE! Champagne made anyplace other than Champagne, France, is actually just sparkling wine. In a similar fashion, if you want authentic tequila, it must be made in Mexico. More specifically, it has to come from a delineated part of Mexico that is centered in the state of Jalisco. Any "tequila" made outside of these designated areas is technically referred to as an agave spirit.   Tequila comes from a cactus. UH-UH!  T...