National Just Because Day - Reasons to Visit Salsa on the Strip...Just Because!

There is nothing mundane about Salsa on the Strip! We have an amazing facility with delicious, flavorful, and spicy food. We're a new restaurant at the Bagnell Dam Strip, and we've had an amazing first summer! In case you need some reasons to enjoy "just because" day, here are a few reasons to dine with Salsa on the Strip...just because!

"Just Because" of Our Menu

Our Salsa Burritos are packed full of flavor and are absolutely delicious. We have a burrito bowl that is packed with the same delicious flavor, but without the tortilla. Our tacos are flavorful, and you definitely get a spicy bang for your buck! We also have taco salads, nachos and a fun menu for the kids. Our fillings are the highlight of your meal and so vast you'll probably have a hard time choosing! Between our chicken, ground beef, barbacoa, and Al Pastor, you're in for a delicious meal.

"Just Because" of Our Facility

Our facility is perfect for anything you need! On the lower level we have booths and tables, with televisions - as well as an outdoor patio. Whether you're enjoying lunch or dinner with us, you'll find this lower area to be a perfect place to relax and enjoy your meal! Our upper level is the real gem, with indoor and outdoor seating. You'll find a fun place to sit down and enjoy a meal, while up above the strip.

"Just Because" of Our Bar

Our fantastic bar is upstairs, where we have additional televisions. When you're looking for a good place to enjoy the big game, we have everything you'll need for a great evening! With 12 beers on tap, vast selections of tequila, vodka, rum and more, you're guaranteed a good time with us. Whether you choose to sit at the bar, or sit around our outdoor fire pit over the Bagnell Dam Strip, we have a great place for you to sit back and enjoy a drink.

"Just Because" of Our Location 

The Bagnell Dam Strip is a high traffic area, with many tourists and locals alike. It's not your typical tourist spot though, it's a timeless location, brewing with history and culture. When you spend your day with us, you're getting the old history combined with our new restaurant - you'll be enjoying a perfect combination of old and new. Enjoy a delicious burrito and then walk around the Strip for a great end to a summer evening!

As you can tell, Salsa on the Strip isn't just your normal restaurant. We're exciting, new and delicious! When you're looking for the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks, you've found the right place. We're also on the cutting edge of Mexican restaurants at the Lake of the Ozarks, with our exciting location and fun atmosphere. This week through the weekend is the big Shootout, and while you're at the Bagnell Dam Strip, we'd love to serve you and your friends and family for this fun, big weekend. Come out and enjoy the finest Mexican food at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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10 Fun Facts About Margaritas!

There's nothing quite like a delicious burrito and a margarita! As the best Mexican restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks, we are definitely qualified in the burrito and margarita department. Where did margaritas start, though? What makes them so popular? We wanted answers to these very important questions, and now we're passing them on to you!

It is believed that the original margarita was invented in 1948, in Aculpulco, by socialite Margarita Sames. There are many different stories floating around about the beginning of the margarita, though.

On average, American consume 185,000 margaritas per hour.

Margarita means daisy in Spanish.

The first frozen margarita machine was invented in 1971 by Mariano Martinez. He converted a soft serve ice-cream machine into a frozen margarita machine!

The salt is important for a good margarita, it brings out the sweet and sour flavors of the drink. Even just a pinch will help with the bitterness and enhance the important flavors.

The world's largest margarita was made in Las Vegas at the Flamingo Hotel. It was 8,500 gallons and served in a 17-foot tall tank. It took 60 people 300 hours to create, and was called the "Lucky-Rita".

The world's most expensive margarita costs $1,200, and you can find it at the 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar in Manhattan. It's made with high-end tequila, and even the ice is made from expensive Lois Roederer Cristal Champagne.  Finally, it's poured in a hand-blown, Ralph Lauren, Hungarian crystal glass that you can take with you. At least half of the money goes to a charity of the drinker's choice!

February 22nd is National Margarita Day.

Atlanta, Miami, St. Louis and Nashville are among the best major metro cities for the Margarita. You can find the best margaritas at the Lake of the Ozarks right here at Salsa on the Strip, though!

The U.S. is the number one tequila market - larger than Mexico!

These are just a few fun facts to get you thinking about margaritas. Of course, now that you're thinking about them, you'll have to come get one...or two! Our restaurant doesn't just have the best margaritas, we also have fabulous burritos, and a wonderful place to come kick back and relax. Salsa on the Strip is a new restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks and we have had such a great summer! Great people, great food, and a fun atmosphere are just part of what have made this summer so magnificent, but it's not done yet! Stop in tonight and enjoy your evening with us!

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Salsa On the Strip is YOUR Mexican Food Detour!

No matter what your plans are this weekend, you absolutely MUST make Salsa on the Strip your detour for Mexican food at the Lake of the Ozarks! Aside from having a spicy new facility and fantastic food - we have an awesome bar, fun live music, and our restaurant is in the heart of Bagnell Dam Strip. Our restaurant can appeal to many different people, and many different tastes. Here are three reasons to make us your detour this weekend!

You Can Tweet About Your Visit @SalsaOnTheStrip

Our burritos are very Tweet worthy, and not just our burritos, but really everything about us looks good on twitter. Our facility is bright and exciting, our food is delicious and full of flavor, and our bar is the best place to grab a shot and send it to your friends. We're sure that when you tweet about your experience with us, your followers will be very jealous they didn't take this Mexican detour with you!

You Can Enjoy LOTS of Varieties At Our Bar

Margaritas, vodka and beer, oh my! Don't forget tequila, too! We have an amazing selection to pick from at our bar, and we're not just talking about drinks. You can choose from many different televisions, the bar alone has 3 TVs, and then several others scattered around the room as well. You'll never miss a hit on the big game, news updates or anything else you like to watch while you're hanging out at our bar! Our bartenders are excited to serve you, so come in to Salsa on the Strip for a drink detour.

Our Food Can Meet Your Dietary Specifications

Vegetarian, gluten-free or carnivore, we can serve them all! When you order vegetarian we can customize your burrito, burrito bowl, taco or nachos exactly the way you like! Our beans, rice, lettuce, salsa, cheese, and many other toppings can create a meal for you that will be full of flavor! If you need gluten free, we have that option as well. With corn tortillas you can enjoy a delicious meal while also meeting your dietary needs. Our toppings pack a punch and you won't be sacrificing on flavor with this food detour! Of course, if you're a carnivore, we have many flavorful, meaty options that will make your detour extremely worth it!

These reasons are a solid case to show you why your food detour should start at Salsa on the Strip! When you're looking for fresh food full of flavor, you've found us! We have the best food at the Lake of the Ozarks and we look forward to serving you when you're out on adventures this weekend. We have indoor and outdoor seating, with a full bar upstairs, and at night we have an awesome lit patio upstairs that would be perfect for enjoying a drink! Tonight is also Hot Summer Nights, and nothing says "hot" like Salsa on the Strip!

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5 Fun Mexican Food Facts

At Salsa on the Strip, we obviously LOVE our Mexican food. There are just so many things to love, the flavor, spice, salsa, fillings, tortillas... the list just keeps going on! With our delicious menu, we are a great place to stop and get something to eat this evening. Check out a few of these fun facts before you come!

Not all Mexican food is spicy.

It is actually a myth that all Mexican food is spicy. Though most Mexican dishes are spiced with a pepper, primarily chili, not all peppers are hot. When the seeds are exported to other countries, their flavor profile can change and will result in a sweet, milder chili. Mexican food and flavors are also regional; in Ycatan, the food is not as spicy, and in many cases throughout Mexico the spiciness comes from the salsa.

Chia, tomatoes, vanilla and dragonfruit originated in Mexico.

This may be surprising, but these items are in fact from Mexico. Tomatoes are generally attributed to Italy, but are definitely a tasty gift from Mexico. Mexican vanilla can be a delicious addition to your baking cabinet, with it's strong beautiful flaovr, it is a delicious Mexican ingredient. Though dragonfruit is generally considered Asian, it's Mexican as well.

Desserts are very popular in Mexican cuisine.

In ancient Mexican history, dessert wasn't popular. In fact, sugar came over with the conquerors and after a significant amount of time, delicious Mexican desserts were invented. Now popular desserts are Mexican egg custard and sweet milk curds cooked in syrup. Before sugar came around, their natural fruits were dessert.

Authentic guacamole does not use lime or garlic

A typical recipe for an authentic guacamole includes tomato, white onion, serrano chili or jalapeno, cilantro and salt. These ingredients will be roughly mashed and can include olive oil. Authentic guacamole will never include garlic, lemon, red onion, cumin, cayenne pepper, chili powder or any other spices.

Salsa shows up on every table.

This may not actually be a fact, since it depends on the country or region, but we certainly love our salsa at Salsa on the Strip, so it seems very noteworthy! We have several delicious varieties of salsa that will make your burrito or taco delicious!

That sums up our fun facts about Mexican foods. We would love to share a few more facts with you too, like how Salsa on the Strip is the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks! Or maybe you'd like to know that our restaurant has the best burritos at the Lake of the Ozarks. No matter how you decide to spend your evening, you should definitely include our delicious food into your plans. See ya tonight!

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