Restaurants in the Heart of the Ozarks
Whether fueling up for a day on the lake or wrapping up an adventure at Top of the Rock, grab a bite to eat at one of our casual dining options. Selections range from southern home-style fare, pizzas and burgers, Mexican cuisine with an Ozarks flair, delicious treats and baked goods, and much more! The restaurants at Big Cedar are complete with rustic, regional decor and unbeatable views of the Ozarks.
Big Cedar Lodge / Top of the Rock Shuttle Loop
We've heard your requests! Big Cedar now offers a shuttle from the Big Cedar Registration building to the Top of the Rock facilities. Tickets can be obtained at the Guest Services booth inside the Registration building, or by clicking "BOOK NOW" below. The Top of the Rock / Big Cedar Lodge Shuttle Loop is exclusive for overnight guests. See the shuttle schedule below to plan your trip!
Overnight Guests
(Big Cedar, Camp Long Creek, or Angler's Lodge)
- Complimentary with promo code (contact guest services at ext. 7107 or via our virtual assistant for promo code)
Guests of Partner Properties
- Adults | Weekday $5, Weekend $8
- Kids $3
| Departure Location | Departure Time | Arrival Location | Arrival Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 9:00 AM | Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 9:20 AM |
| Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 9:30 AM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 9:50 AM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 10:00 AM | Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 10:20 AM |
| Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 10:30 AM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 10:50 AM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 11:00 AM | Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 11:20 AM |
| Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 11:30 AM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 11:50 AM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 12:00 PM | Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 12:20 PM |
| Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 12:30 PM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 12:50 PM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 1:00 PM | Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 1:20 PM |
| Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 1:30 PM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 1:50 PM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 2:00 PM | Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 2:20 PM |
| Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 2:30 PM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 2:50 PM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 3:00 PM | Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 3:20 PM |
| Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 3:30 PM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 3:50 PM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 4:00 PM | Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 4:20 PM |
| Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 4:30 PM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 4:50 PM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 5:00 PM | Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 5:20 PM |
| Top of the Rock Welcome Center | 5:30 PM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 5:50 PM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 6:00 PM | Top of the Rock Mammoth Room | 6:20 PM |
| Top of the Rock Mammoth Room | 6:30 PM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 6:50 PM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 7:00 PM | Top of the Rock Mammoth Room | 7:20 PM |
| Top of the Rock Mammoth Room | 7:30 PM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 7:50 PM |
| Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 8:00 PM | Top of the Rock Mammoth Room | 8:20 PM |
| Top of the Rock Mammoth Room | 8:30 PM | Big Cedar Lodge Registration | 8:50 PM |
This cozy spot located on the lower level of Osage Restaurant is the perfect place to relax after a game of golf, celebrate a special event or simply enjoy dinner. Step out onto the stone patio for breathtaking views and watch the sunset ceremony, complete with bagpipe performance and the firing of a Civil War cannon.
$10 ENTRY FEE APPLIES – CARD ONLY
*$5 voucher has been discontinued as of 07/16/2021.
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NOW OPEN
- Daily | 4:00PM – 9:00PM
- Reservations are not required
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Arnie’s Barn offers traditional Texas BBQ and contemporary Tex-Mex cuisine paired with magnificent views of the Cathedral of Nature below. To honor Arnold Palmer, the barn was transported from his hometown of Latrobe, Pennsylvania to its location today at Top of the Rock, where it was carefully reassembled by local Amish craftsmen.
$10 ENTRY FEE APPLIES – CARD ONLY
*$5 voucher has been discontinued as of 07/16/2021.
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OPEN
- Daily Lunch | 11:00AM – 4:00PM
- Reservations are not required
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Devil’s Pool
Big Cedar Lodge
Join us for a casual dining experience, combining the best of southern homestyle cooking with rustic decor. Hand-wrought metal chandeliers cast a warm glow over antique furnishings and our 100-year-old mahogany bar. Outdoor seating is available as weather permits.
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NOW OPEN
- Breakfast | 7:00AM – 11:00AM
- Lunch | 11:00AM – 2:00PM
- Dinner | 4:00PM – 9:30PM
- Reservations are not required
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Buzzard Bar
Big Cedar Lodge
Downstairs from Devil’s Pool, Buzzard Bar provides a warm welcome with comfortable seating and antique furnishings. Outdoor seating is available on our patio overlooking the pool. Every evening, we feature local entertainers, including our own Singin’ Cowboy performing decades of favorites.
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NOW OPEN
- Sunday – Thursday | 2:00PM – 11:30PM
- Friday & Saturday | 12:00PM – 11:30PM
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Tall Tales Bar & Grill is just footsteps away from the entrance of the Bass Pro Angler’s Lodge in Hollister, MO. This full-service restaurant offers an over-the-top sports bar theme while serving up a taste of the Ozarks with plenty of fun to be had. Open to the public, guests are able to enjoy delicious cuisine, arcade games, billiards, a golf simulator and multiple large-screen TVs.
Perched high in the hills, overlooking the Mountain Top Course and Payne’s Valley Course, Mountain Top Grill is the perfect place to enjoy lunch or small plates after a round on the links.
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- Daily | 7:00 AM – 9:00PM
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Located inside Fun Mountain, Uncle Buck’s Grill offers a full-service menu of tasty favorites like burgers, salads, sandwiches and pizza as well as sweet treats such as shakes, floats and banana splits.
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NOW OPEN
- Sunday – Thursday | 11:00AM – 8:00PM
- Friday & Saturday | 11:00AM – 9:00PM
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Truman Cafe & Custard
Big Cedar Lodge
Full of 1920s Tudor-style, this historic Big Cedar original destination offers breakfast, lunch and delicious treats all day. Stop by Truman Cafe & Custard to enjoy a meal, baked good, custard, specialty coffee, and complimentary wireless internet access all served with the best hospitality around.
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NOW OPEN
- Daily | 6:30AM – 3:00PM
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Located at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, enjoy nature’s beautiful surroundings while looking out to the cascading waterfall as you savor Ozarks-inspired food. This rustic, yet elegant facility is the perfect place to host private functions or to dine before setting out on your canyon exploration.
PLEASE NOTE: The Mill and Canyon Grill Restaurant are accessible to Dogwood Canyon guests only and require admission to the park for entry.
Located at Camp Long Creek, this vintage Airstream offers Ozarks fare, delicious treats and refreshing beverages to enjoy before you set out on the lake.
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NOW OPEN
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Daily | 9:00AM – 4:00PM