Dine
What are you hungry for?
Benton County is full of unique dining experiences, from cozy hometown favorites to waterfront spots on Truman Lake. Whether you’re enjoying the view at Drake Harbor, sipping at a local wine bar, or exploring the restaurants of Lincoln, Cole Camp, or Warsaw, you’ll find something to satisfy every craving. No matter your appetite, there’s a place you’ll love!
No crowds, no long waits
One of the best things about dining in Benton County is the relaxed pace — skip the crowds and long waitlists. Whether you’re coming off the lake or driving through town, our restaurants are ready to serve hot, fresh meals with friendly hometown hospitality. Discover new favorites at Main Street cafés, classic diners, or trendy restaurants. Each year, new dining spots open, giving you something new to try every time you visit.
Some of Missouri’s best
Benton County is home to some of the Ozarks’ and Missouri’s best dining experiences. Enjoy Cajun-style dishes, savor authentic German cuisine, or cool off with an old-fashioned ice cream cone. Many of our marinas on Truman Lake and the Osage Arm of Lake of the Ozarks also offer delicious menus — and on summer weekends, you might catch live music while you dine!
Tip: Always call ahead to make sure your chosen restaurant is open when you plan to visit.
Warsaw
Back In Time Headquarters
234 Main St, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 438-2602
Hand Dipped Ice Cream, Desserts, Nostalgic Food Games, Gifts…A taste of yesterday!
Big J’s Bar & Grill
Phone: (660) 223-1100
Cora’s Corner Bar & Grill
25518 Fitzpatrick Ave, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 776-9463
Bar & Grill on the site of Benton Ridge RV Park. We have Live Entertainment-Bingo-Karaoke-& DJ Nights
Cosmic Coffee
504 W. Main St.
Phone: (660) 438-6171
Monday – Friday 7-4:30
Saturday 7-3
Closed Sunday
Welcome to Cosmic Cafe! We are voted 3rd Best coffee in the state of Missouri! Opened February 2006. Owner is Shannon Noland who is the sole owner and operator. All Sandwiches are grilled on a Panini press and served with kettle chips and pickle. Sandwiches served cold upon request. We also have different kinds of Salads, Wraps, Burgers and Coffee. More choices on our online menu, order online to carry out. We are located on Main St and Bolivar St, near Highway 7 and Interstate 65. Few minutes driving from Shawnee Bend Golf Course or Truman Lake Mountain Bike Park.
Dairy Queen
103 Progress Dr, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 223-0044
Drunken Minnow Bar & Grill and Chompy’s Restaurant
18321 Marina Rd, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: 660-438-2280
The Drunken Minnow Bar & Grill is on the water at Beyonder at Sterett Creek Marina. At The Drunken Minnow we offer a full bar for mixed and frozen drinks, 5 draft beer selections and a great selection of bottles beers. Our menu boasts fresh made to order pizza, burgers and a wide selection of your favorite bar foods. Check out our unique menu items that change on a regular basis.
Chompy’s Restaurant serving breakfast and lunch.
Come join us for a break from your day on the lake, a relaxing meal on the water or a refreshing cocktail with friends! You’ll find friendly staff and great customers to share your time at the Drunken Minnow Bar & Grill!!
El Camino Real
120 W. Polk St.
Phone: 660-438-9994
Monday – Thursday 11-9
Friday – Saturday 11-10
Sunday 11-9
Excalibur RV Park/Pop’s Place
11886 MO-7, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 909-0922
Full service sports bar, campsites and more
Harry S. Truman State Park Marina
14950 State Park Rd. E.
Phone: 660-438-2423
Here you will find a full-service marina. It is nestled in part of the naturally preserved shoreline of beautiful Truman Lake. We offer a variety of services including: fishing boat and pontoon boat rentals, nightly and seasonal slips, fuel, bait, and convenience store items. There is a free boat launch next to us, as well as swim beach and day-use area close by – making us a great one-stop-shop!
Long Shoal Marina Restaurant
Steamboat Rd, Tom Township, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 438-2841
Long Shoal Marina’s restaurant is a great place to have Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner (seasonally) either inside or on our patio overlooking Truman Lake. We serve Hunt’s Brothers Pizza & Wings along with our full breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus. Our bar serves beer, wine, and specialty cocktails.
Osage Bluff Marina
Osage Bluff Rd, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 438-2939
Marina
This was the first marina to open on Harry S. Truman Lake in October of 1982. For more than 35 years the Marina has hosted numerous fishing tournaments and group events for fishermen, sportsmen, and families alike. Osage Bluff Marina is located within Osage Bluff Park on the shore of Harry S. Truman Lake in the hills of western Missouri.
The marina offers slip rentals, fuel, a convenience store, bait and tackle shop, and restaurant.
Motel
Osage Bluff Motel offers clean, comfortable rooms with easy access to Truman Lake. We have powered sites to charge boats, storage for your catch and if you don’t catch, we provide BBQs and kitchenettes. The motel offers a peaceful environment to enjoy Truman Lake.
We have kitchenettes that sleep 4, standard rooms that sleep 4, a deluxe suite that offers sleeping for 6 and interconnecting rooms that will handle 8 guests. Almost all rooms have a view of the lake. Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available. There is also a dorm-style bunkhouse that can accommodate groups up to 50 for sleeping and a meeting facility, game room and kitchen area that can be rented out.
When you stay with us, you will have a good time. We have a pool and play area for kids and a lake full of fish. Just minutes from a boat ramp, full-service marina and restaurant.
Pizza Hut
910 Dogwood, Warsaw, MO, USA
Phone: (660) 438-6464
R&R BBQ {Custom Cooking}
10966 MO-7, Clinton, MO 64735, USA
Phone: 816-945-7722
Specializing in BBQ with made from scratch sides and sauces. Offering catering and banquet room.
R-Bar and Grill Warsaw
31390 Warsaw Ave, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: 660-438-7227
Steaks, burgers, seafood and pasta
Redwing Coffee and Sweet Treats Bakery
936 Main St, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 438-9424
We have breakfast & lunch all day, everyday! Serving a wide variety of beverages to fit every taste!
Shooter’s 81 LOZ
25744 Docs Retreat Rd, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Shooters 81 is a bar, campground, & we serve pizza! Located at mile marker 81 on Lake of the Ozarks in Warsaw, MO.
Sonic Drive in of Warsaw
2003 Commercial St.
Phone: (660) 438-6200
Monday – Thursday 6-11
Friday – Saturday 6-12
Sunday 6-11
Subway
1886 Commercial St, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: 660-438-4234
Monday-Thursday 8am-9pm
Friday – Saturday 9am -10pm
Sunday 10am-9pm
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads.
Taco Villa
1627 Hilltop Road, Warsaw, MO, USA
Phone: (660) 223-1064
Family owned quick service Mexican restaurant with a cozy feel in Warsaw, MO.
The Fix Coffee
1700 Commercial St, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 317-8051
Locally Owned – Locally Roasted
Small town with a BIG taste
The Landing Lounge & Bistro
317 Main St, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: 660-438-4150
Great food and drinks, glass of wine and several beers
The Train Station and Hunt Brothers Pizza
909 Main St, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: 660-723-4232
We offer Hunt Brothers Pizza and awesome sub sandwiches!
The Yellow Deli and Common Sense Market
145 Main St, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: 660-438-2581
We have good, wholesome food, homey craftsmanship, and a nice warm atmosphere to eat a meal… that is The Yellow Deli. We want to be your dining destination on the Lakes in middle Missouri — come taste the Fruit of the Spirit today!
Cole Camp
A Bushel and a Peck Bakery
100 S Maple St, Cole Camp, MO 65325, USA
Phone: (660) 974-4104
Homemade breads and bakery items.
AJs Dairy Bar
511 W Main St, Cole Camp, MO 65325, USA
Phone: (660) 668-3456
Sandwiches and soft-serve ice cream
Calgaro’s Pizza
104 S Maple St, Cole Camp, MO 65325, USA
Phone: (660) 668-4777
Calgaro’s is committed to serving you a Bigger and Better Pizza. We use only the best ingredients. Everything that can be homemade is. We pride ourselves on being the Best Pizza you can eat! (Our Medium is the same size as most competitor’s Large). Winner of Missouri’s Best Pizza five years in a row!
Hours: Wed – Thurs – 4 pm to 8 pm, Fri & Sat – 11 am to 9 pm, Sun – 11 am to 8 pm
Ella Belle’s Bakery and Coffee Shop
113 E Main St, Cole Camp, MO 65325, USA
Bakery and coffee shop
Handel Haus
101 S Maple St, Cole Camp, MO 65325, USA
Phone: (660) 668-9952
Handel Haus is a large gift shop featuring women’s apparel, home decor, jewelry and a tea room.
Hickmans Smokehouse
310 E Main St, Cole Camp, MO 65325, USA
Phone: (660) 668-2092
Featuring taste-tempting smoked meat sandwiches and sides. We also sell meat by the pound. Keep us in mind for your events large and small because we cater
Missouri Made Shop and Comfort Cafe
E Main St, Cole Camp, MO 65325, USA
Phone: (660) 668-0157
Supporting Missouri-made products and hidden gems from around the state in one location!
The German Table
107 Main St, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 668-0019
German comfort food made from scratch by friendly hosts in a relaxed environment!
WAM – Wine Bar
301 E Main St, Cole Camp, MO 65325, USA
Phone: (660) 668-0049
Wine Bar with wine, beer and spirits, Small Event Venue, and Mobile Bartending
Lincoln
Jester’s House LLC
23929 US-65, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: 660-547-2695
Bowling , games on 65 Hwy in Warsaw , Mo.
Katt’s Place Bar & Grill
28836 Ridgeway Ave, Lincoln, MO 65338, USA
Phone: (660) 776-6026
Bar and grill located in Lakeview Heights. Stop by and enjoy the great food and friendly atmosphere! Closed Sunday and Wednesday.
Mozark Mocha
431 N, US-65, Lincoln, MO 65338, USA
Phone: (660) 547-2877
Gourmet Coffee Shop. We offer quick and easy Breakfast items such as breakfast burritos, biscuits, croissants, cinnamon rolls, and Biscuits/gravy. Also, pastries, muffins, cakes, and cupcakes. Chicken wraps for lunch. Open 6am-6pm 7 days a week
Shirley’s Highway Café
548 US-65, Lincoln, MO 65338, USA
Phone: (660) 547-3500
Shirley’s Highway Cafe in Lincoln, MO, is a must-stop restaurant! We’re a small-town Christian cafe that offers an unbeatable breakfast menu served all day! Our lunch menu is packed full of delicious homestyle cooking that will keep you coming back for more! Our friendly cafe is conveniently located on Hwy 65 which makes us the perfect stop to, or from, a day on the lake!
Sunday-Friday 6 am-2 pm and Sat 6 am – Noon
The Oar House Restaurant
25842 Old Oar House Rd, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 438-5398
Full service menu with bar and seating with a beautiful view of LOZ.
Vera Cruz Tres
455 N 65 Hwy, Lincoln, MO 65338, USA
Phone: (660) 547-0315
Fristoe
Gaga’s Kitchen
37539 US-65, Warsaw, MO 65355, USA
Phone: (660) 723-2735
At Gaga’s Kitchen, we keep things simple: good food, hot coffee, and a place where everyone feels welcome. We serve homestyle breakfasts and lunches made fresh every day! Honest food and friendly folks in a cozy country setting.