Dining at Big Cedar Lodge — where to eat on property
Big Cedar Lodge has eight restaurants and six bars on property ranging from fine dining at The Worman House and Osage Restaurant to casual, family-friendly options like Devil's Pool and Truman Cafe & Custard. Make reservations for The Worman House and Osage during peak times; casual outlets accept walk-ins but hours vary seasonally.
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How to reserve and plan your meals
Reservations are strongly recommended for the fine-dining outlets (The Worman House and Osage Restaurant) and for busy dinner times on weekends and holidays. You can reserve through Big Cedar’s dining pages or ask the concierge after arrival.
Casual venues (Devil's Pool, Mountain Top Grill, Truman Cafe & Custard, Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl & Grill) typically accept walk-ins, but weekend and holiday waits are possible. Check hours with the concierge or the Big Cedar Compass app because some locations list seasonal or varying hours.
- Make reservations for The Worman House (open Tue–Sat, 5:00–9:00 p.m.) and for Osage Sunday brunch (10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.).
- Ask concierge about current hours for Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl & Grill and other casual outlets — hours can vary.
- Use reservations to avoid long waits during holidays, weekends, and peak seasons.
| Action | Where to do it |
|---|---|
| Fine-dining reservations | Big Cedar dining page or concierge |
| Casual walk-ins & hours | Concierge or Big Cedar Compass app |
| In-room dining | Order via in-room service — see front desk |
Fine dining: The Worman House and Osage Restaurant
The Worman House is Big Cedar’s fine-dining restaurant (Tuesday–Saturday, 5:00–9:00 p.m.). It offers a refined menu with items such as Lobster Thermidor and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass and maintains a notable wine list. Reservations are highlighted on the restaurant page and recommended.
Osage Restaurant is an upscale American steakhouse overlooking Table Rock Lake and serves dinner daily (4:00–9:00 p.m.) plus a Sunday brunch (10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.). Appropriate resort attire is required at Osage; collared shirts are recommended for men over age 12.
- The Worman House: Tue–Sat 5:00–9:00 p.m.; reservations recommended.
- Osage Restaurant: Daily dinner 4:00–9:00 p.m.; Sunday brunch 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; resort-appropriate attire requested.
| Restaurant | Typical service | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Worman House | Dinner | Fine dining; reservations recommended; Tue–Sat |
| Osage Restaurant | Dinner & Sunday Brunch | Lake views; dress recommended; daily dinner |
Casual, family-friendly dining
If you're traveling with kids or want an informal meal between activities, Devil's Pool, Mountain Top Grill, Truman Cafe & Custard, and Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl & Grill offer breakfast, lunch and dinner in relaxed settings. Devil's Pool runs multiple daily services (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and also offers a Sunday brunch.
Truman Cafe & Custard is the quick-stop cafe for pastries, coffee, and ice cream; it lists early-morning breakfast and longer lunch/ice-cream hours. These outlets are suitable for families and people coming from pools, golf, or outdoor activities.
- Devil's Pool: Breakfast 7:00–11:00 a.m.; Lunch 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; Dinner 4:00–9:00 p.m.
- Mountain Top Grill: Breakfast 7:00–10:30 a.m.; Lunch & Dinner 10:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
- Truman Cafe & Custard: Breakfast starts early (6:30 a.m. listed) with lunch and ice-cream hours extending into evening.
| Casual spot | Typical offerings |
|---|---|
| Devil's Pool | All-day menu including local trout, catfish, steaks; family-friendly |
| Truman Cafe & Custard | Pastries, specialty coffee, ice cream |
| Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl & Grill | Seafood and grill favorites in a playful setting |
Where to get drinks and live music
Big Cedar has multiple bars for cocktails, wine, and a livelier evening. Harry's Cocktail Lounge & Bar (beneath The Worman House) and the End of the Trail Wine Cellar are good choices for pre- or post-dinner drinks; Buffalo Bar (lower level of Osage) offers lake views and patio seating.
Buzzard Bar is the more casual, lively spot with bar food and nightly live music (live music generally starts at 8:30 p.m.). Check daily hours with the concierge as live-music schedules and hours can vary.
- Harry's Cocktail Lounge & Bar: evening cocktails; quiet, intimate setting.
- Buffalo Bar: 4:00–9:00 p.m.; patio views and connection to Osage.
- Buzzard Bar: Daily 2:00–11:00 p.m.; live music around 8:30 p.m.; casual bar fare.
| Bar | Character |
|---|---|
| Harry's Cocktail Lounge & Bar | Intimate cocktail lounge beneath The Worman House |
| End of the Trail Wine Cellar | Cozy wine spot beneath The Worman House |
| Buzzard Bar | Lively bar with live music and casual fare |
Room service, special dining (cruises) and event catering
In-room dining is available; published hours list breakfast service from 7:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. and an all-day menu from 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. Confirm menu and ordering instructions with the front desk or concierge when you arrive.
Lady Liberty Yacht dining cruises operate from the property for small private events and dining cruises on Table Rock Lake — the vessel is used both for dining and for wedding/event functions. For group meals or catered events, Big Cedar offers multiple venues and conference/event catering options.
- In-room dining: Breakfast 7:00–11:00 a.m.; All Day Menu 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. — confirm availability.
- Lady Liberty Yacht: small dining cruises and private events on Table Rock Lake; capacity limited.
- Ask conference/events team about on-site catering for ballroom and lakeside venues.
| Service | Typical hours/notes |
|---|---|
| In-room dining | Breakfast 7–11 a.m.; All-day menu 11 a.m.–10 p.m. — check at front desk |
| Lady Liberty Yacht dining | Used for small cruises and private events; inquire with events team |
| Catering & events | Multiple ballrooms and outdoor lawns available — coordinate with events staff |
Practical dining tips and policies
Big Cedar charges a nightly resort fee that covers concierge service, fitness center access, pool access, shuttle service and other conveniences; meals and drinks are not included in room rates. Pool access is reserved for registered guests and wristbands are required at pool sites.
Dress codes and age policies: Osage requests appropriate resort attire and recommends collared shirts for men over age 12. The property is family-friendly and offers children’s dining and casual menus, but The Worman House is a fine-dining venue where reservations are recommended.
- Meals/drinks typically are not included in room rates — ask about any package inclusions when you book.
- Pool areas do not allow outside food, beverages, or glass containers; no lifeguards are on duty.
- Confirm current hours and live-music schedules with concierge; some venues list seasonal hours.
| Policy | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | Does not cover meals — covers pool, fitness, shuttle, etc. |
| Pool rules | Wristbands required; no outside food or glass; no lifeguards |
| Dress code | Osage requests resort-appropriate attire; fine dining may require reservations |
