Mexicali Blues

You'll find the most flavorful, savory, house-recipe salsa at Mexicali Blues as well as the tastiest pico de gallo you've ever had. Even though these two contain many of the same ingredients, they are not exactly the same thing. Our Lake of the Ozarks Mexican restaurant serves both and since many people do not realize the difference between them, today we'll try to clear that up.  Salsa The recipes for salsa and pico de gallo can be nearly identical, but the texture and preparation are what sets these two delicious condiments apart from each other.  Salsa has more of a liquid consistency than pico de gallo, making it a perfect sauce to dip your tortilla chips in or pour over your favorite Mexican dish. Salsa is also cooked, giving it a more savory tomato flavor.  Here at Mexicali Blues, we achieve the fantastic flavor of our salsa by using only all-natural ingredients and absolutely no preservatives in our special recipe. The robust taste of Mexico come...

Every meal at our Lake of the Ozarks Mexican restaurant begins with a bowl of freshly made, crisp tortilla chips and our famous house-recipe salsa. For some, that may be enough to keep their appetites satisfied until the main meal shows up at the table. One look at the appetizer menu at Mexicali Blues , though, and you're going to want to come in hungry enough to order something between the chips and your main dish!  Our appetizer menu is filled with all kinds of flavorful creations that are perfect for sharing before lunch, dinner, or a few margaritas with friends. On their own, many of these appetizers can even be ordered as your meal. (In that case, your friends can get their own!)  Last month we featured the many amazing dips we have to offer which are found in the appetizer section of our menu. A closer look at that section reveals that we have a LOT more than must those many delicious dips for you to choose from.  First, we'll refresh your memory...

It's nearly time for one of our favorite holidays, but since it falls on a Sunday this year, Mexicali Blues is going to celebrate all weekend long! Not only will we be throwing the best Cinco de Mayo party at the Lake of the Ozarks , but we'll also be starting early on Saturday and making it a 2-day celebration! (So we guess that  technically  Saturday is "Quatro de Mayo."😉)   Fiestas Saturday AND Sunday Yes, you read that correctly. Even though we are normally closed on Sundays, this holiday is a very special event worth opening our doors for. After all, we can't expect you to celebrate correctly unless you can enjoy the best Mexican food at the Lake of the Ozarks for the holiday!  First up, on Saturday, May 4, we're planning some incredible drink and food specials for dinner beginning at 5:00 pm. In addition to that, we'll be partying on the patio with live entertainment from London Strangers from 5-9 pm . These talented fellas are a professio...

The first Thursday in April is set aside on the calendar to celebrate one of our Lake of the Ozarks Mexican restaurant 's most popular dishes - THE BURRITO! National Burrito Day is happening on April 4 this year, so Mexicali Blues decided that today's blog would be the perfect place to sing the praises of this delicious delicacy.   Another great place to brag about it is right here, in person, at our Mexican restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks . That way, rather than just talking about it, you can actually enjoy eating one as well! The origin story of the burrito is a bit hazy, but we've pulled together some information about it that will help you better understand this favorite food.   Burrito History Going all the way back to 10,000 B.C., Mesoamerican peoples in Mexico wrapped foods in corn tortillas with fillings like chili peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, squash, and avocados. Pueblo peoples in the Southwestern U.S. were also known to fill tortillas with b...

Happy hour at Mexicali Blues in Osage Beach is a wonderful, relaxing break in an otherwise hectic week to look forward to for some. Others see it as an excellent time to catch up with friends or join coworkers to get to know them a little better.  Regardless of the reason you seek out a Happy Hour to enjoy, here are 5 reasons our Lake of the Ozarks Happy Hour is the one you will enjoy the most. It takes place every Tuesday-Friday from 4-6 pm , giving you 4 chances every week to take advantage of it.    Those Marvelous Margaritas (& More!) The best margaritas at the Lake of the Ozarks are a refreshing treat any time of the day but during Happy Hour, you get the added satisfaction of ordering them at a discounted price! The deals are not limited to only margaritas though. Beer drinkers will be thrilled to hear that we've got some great prices on our beers too. Beyond the Happy Hour discounts, we feature a fully stocked bar and a huge variety of flavored marga...

Classic Car Nights are back at your favorite Mexican restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks once a month and you're invited! Not only will you get to show off your classic vehicle in the parking lot, but Mexicali Blues will have a special deal in store for everyone participating. Don't have a car to enter? No problem! Simply come to enjoy the show and the best Mexican food at the Lake of the Ozarks .  Classic Car Night The parking lot at Mexicali Blues will fill up with this Lake of the Ozarks classic car show the third Wednesday of each month from 5:00-8:00 pm, May-September. Mark your calendars now so you don't miss a single one! May 15 June 19 July 17 August 21 September 18  To be classified as a classic car, the exact definition varies slightly around the world. Typically, if a vehicle is 20 years or older it falls into the "classic" category, although in some places a car needs to be at least 25 years old before it is eligible for special pl...

When you dine at Mexicali Blues in Osage Beach, you will be greeted at your table with a basket of fresh, crisp tortilla chips and a bowl of our famous, homemade salsa. That delicious salsa isn't the only tempting dip we have for you at our Lake of the Ozarks Mexican restaurant . There are even more delectable dips waiting for you on our appetizer menu, plus a few different salsa flavors.  Although intended as a meal starter, chips and any one of our marvelous dips also make a great snack any time of the day. If you happen to join us for Happy Hour, it's also an excellent food to enjoy with a margarita or two. Here's a list of the taste-tempting dips available on our menu.  SALSA When it comes to dipping chips, you simply can't come to Mexicali Blues and not try our sensational salsa! We have a very special recipe that uses only all-natural ingredients and absolutely no preservatives. The robust taste of Mexico comes out from the combination of zesty-flavore...