5 Things to do with your Kids while Waiting at a Restaurant

As a parent, I understand the stress thatt comes with taking your child to a restaurant to eat. No matter how quickly the food is served, it is NEVER fast enough!   Kids get bored and when kids get bored they get creative!  Now this can be a good thing, but it can also be a bad thing (for the parents and everyone else in the restaurant).  To make your experience more fun, here are a few tips that will help you put their creative minds to work!! 

1. Play ISpy.   Wobbly Boots is full of great items to challenge your kids - heck, this might be a good game for adults too!!!
2. Bring pipe cleaners. For the kids who has to move his or her hands these are a life saver. You can mold them into little people, cars, monsters, etc. You can also make crowns, chains, and jewelry. They are cheap and you can easily carry them in a small bag or purse.
3. Read a book. This seems obvious but sometimes you just forget how simple it is to just read while you are waiting. Just throw a couple of favorites in your purse or bag and spend some quality time reading while you wait for your food.
4. Tell knock knock jokes. Time to break out the horrible knock knocks from your childhood to unleash on your kids. Plan ahead and print out a list of great jokes to get the kids started!
5. Play the question game. This game is really simple and it gives the kids an opportunity to give their opinion or tell a little about themselves.  Every kid likes that!  Here are few to get your creative juices flowing...

Would you rather live underwater or in outer space?

What is your is favorite vegetable?

Would you rather be a pirate or a cowboy
Would you rather be a ballerina or a fairy?
Mint or Berry toothpaste?

Top 3 ice cream toppings?
What is your favorite food?

How many kids do you want when you grow up?

If you could have any animal as a pet, what would it be?

Bike or Skateboard? 

These are just a few ideas of ways to help entertain your children while waiting for the BEST BBQ at Lake of the Ozarks!!!  Please share some of your kid-friendly entertainment ideas!

Voted BEST BBQ  in 2011 by Lake Lifestyles Readers' Poll!!

To keep up with everything happening at Wobbly Boots Roadhouse, follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

www.WobblyBootsBBQ.com

For Carryout orders:  573.348.2277

Business Hours:

Dining:11a-10p, 7 Days a Week

Bar:    11a-1a, Monday- Saturday

           11a-Midnight, Sundays 

Wobbly Boots Rings in the New Year!!

Wobbly Boots is ready for 2013!!!  We have great plans for the upcoming year and we want to celebrate with all our friends and family on New Years Eve!!!

Bring your friends and enjoy the Prime Rib Special that starts at 5pm or choose from our great selection of the Best BBQ in the Midwest.  We will also feature other dinner and dessert specials!!

Music will be provided by a favorite band - BACKBONE!!!  Band starts at 9 and will keep you entertained through the New Years Toast and party favors at Midnight.   

Be sure to join us and ring in the New Year at your favorite BBQ restaurant at the Lake!!

Don't forget that the Barrett Restaurant Group offers the best Lake of the Ozarks Catering options!!  We also offer some great appetizer options at our sister restaurant Wobbly Boots Roadhouse menu for carryout!   No matter the size or type of gathering, give us a call at Wobbly Boots at 573.348.2277!!

Voted BEST BBQ  in 2011 by Lake Lifestyles Readers' Poll!!

To keep up with everything happening at Wobbly Boots Roadhouse, follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

www.WobblyBootsBBQ.com

For Carryout orders:  573.348.2277

Business Hours:

Dining:11a-10p, 7 Days a Week

Bar:    11a-1a, Monday- Saturday

           11a-Midnight, Sundays 

Easy Holiday Appetizers and Catering at Lake of the Ozarks!!

Need some last minute easy appetizer ideas for your holiday gathering or office party?  Don't let stress and panic take over... We decided to offer a few Easy Holiday Appetizers for those who want to tackle this "night-before project."  These are simple recipes but the easiest solutions is to just call us to cater your event or put your order in for a carry out item!!  We have 3 diverse restaurants with endless options that are sure to please your crowd.  Check out these recipes or see below for our contact information for catering and carryout!!

Cookie Dough Dip

1- 8 ounce pkg cream cheese
1/2 c butter
1 c powdered sugar
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
1 c chocolate chips
1 c toffee bits (Heath Bar chopped up works great!!)



Instructions:
Cream together cream cheese and butter.  Add remaining ingredients and mix until well-combined.   Serve with graham crackers or apple wedges.





EASY & Delicious Fruit Dip
1 8 ounce container Whipped Cream
1 7 ounce container of marshmallow Creme

Put both ingredients in a bowl.   Whip together - Whip it again - Now Whip it Real Good.  (you get the point) .  The final outcome should be smooth and fluffy.  Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.  Serve with strawberries, bananas, pineapple, grapes or the fruit of your choice!

Don't forget that the Barrett Restaurant Group offers the best Lake of the Ozarks Catering options!!  We also offer some great appetizer options at our sister restaurant Wobbly Boots Roadhouse menu for carryout!   No matter the size or type of gathering, give us a call at Wobbly Boots at 573.348.2277!!

Voted BEST BBQ  in 2011 by Lake Lifestyles Readers' Poll!!

To keep up with everything happening at Wobbly Boots Roadhouse, follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

www.WobblyBootsBBQ.com

For Carryout orders:  573.348.2277

Business Hours:

Dining:11a-10p, 7 Days a Week

Bar:    11a-1a, Monday- Saturday

           11a-Midnight, Sundays 

Wobbly Boots is the Perfect Place for your Holiday!!

There are so many things to enjoy during the month of December - Christmas decorations, office parties, holiday gatherings, family time, great food, shopping, caroling, and gift giving....  With all the hustle and bustle, its a good time to find ways to simplify where you can.

Wobbly Boots can help make your Holiday a little less stressful!!  Here are some great ways to simplify your holiday so that you can enjoy your friends and family!!

1. Don't stay up late slaving over the stove for your office party, call Wobbly Boots!!  Let us prepare some appetizers or platters that you can pick up!!  
2. Stressed about your holiday gathering?  We can help...whether you need the appetizers, sides, main course,  or the entire meal, Wobbly Boots has a full catering menu for you to choose from!!
3. Take advantage of Wobbly Boots Menu with our easy TAKE-OUT during the busy season - whether you've worked all day, cleaned the house, decorated the yard, or shopped til you dropped - bring Wobbly Boots home and enjoy your evening!!
4. Looking for a great stocking stuffer?  Perfect for the chef in your life - a bottle of our very own Wobbly Boots BBQ sauce.
5. Need to unwind after a long stressful day?  Stop by and enjoy our Happy Hour Specials!!
6. Give the gift of Wobbly Boots - Bring your co-workers or staff to Wobbly Boots for lunch or Dinner (larger groups should call in advance)
7. Give Everyone on your list the best gift ever - a Yummy meal in a warm friendly atmosphere!!  Wobbly Boots Gift Cards are always a great hit!!
8. Wobbly Boots apparel - we have something for everyone - t-shirts for men and women, Wobbly Boots Hats, Local school Color hats and coozies!

These are just a few ideas to help you enjoy the holidays and help you relax!!

We hope to see you before we close out our 2012 year - but if we do not, the entire staff at Wobbly Boots would like to wish you Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!!

Voted BEST BBQ  in 2011 by Lake Lifestyles Readers' Poll!!

To keep up with everything happening at Wobbly Boots Roadhouse, follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

www.WobblyBootsBBQ.com

For Carryout orders:  573.348.2277

Business Hours:

Dining:11a-10p, 7 Days a Week

Bar:    11a-1a, Monday- Saturday

           11a-Midnight, Sundays