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NEW Rewards Program at Li'l Rizzo's is Here!

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Li'l Rizzo's is please to announce the kickoff of our new and much improved, Rizzo's Rewards Program! Now instead of giving the server your name for them to look up, you will be given a code on your receipt.  You will need to text in that code to get your reward points. If you have points from our previous rewards program, don't worry!  Your points from the previous program are still in place and can be used on your next visit to our Lake of the Ozarks Italian restaurant , but to earn new points you must enroll in the new Rewards Program. Li'l Rizzo's Rewards Instructions 1. To join, simply text REWARDS to 573-622-4008 and you will be enrolled automatically.  2. A $5 discount offer will be sent to your phone just for joining!  3. Each time you dine at Li'l Rizzo's Italian Restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks, you will need to locate the rewards code at the bottom of your receipt.  4. You will need to text this code t...

Who's ready for some Football at Li'l Rizzo's?

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Football season is finally here!  Come on in to either of our Lake of the Ozarks sports bar locations to watch both college and NFL action. How about we throw in some 1/2 PRICE appetizers while you watch NFL! Happy Hour is now ALL DAY on Sundays!  So grab your friends and come on in to Li'l Rizzo's for your favorite college or NFL game. We love our Missouri teams, so here are some upcoming games to watch: Mizzou Tigers  September 13 - Mizzou vs. UCF at 11 AM September 20 - Mizzou vs. Indiana at 3 PM September 27 - Mizzou at South Carolina (Time TBA) Kansas City Chiefs  September 14 - Kansas City at Denver at 3:25 PM September 21 - Kansas City at Miami at 3:25 PM September 29 - Kansas City vs. Patriots at 7:30 PM - MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL!! St. Louis Rams  September 14 - St. Louis at Tampa Bay at 3:05 PM September 21 - St. Louis vs. Cowboys at 12:00 PM September 28 - Bye week For the best Italian food at the Lake of the Ozarks choose...

Have Your Next Party at Li'l Rizzo's

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Li'l Rizzo's is the perfect place to host your next party or event!  Either location can accommodate groups small or large.  We offer a wide range of menu items to make your party great.  From wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners to corporate events and private parties, we can do it all! Hosting Your Event Horseshoe Bend location can accommodate parties up to 100 inside or up to 190 if the weather permits use of the outside seating.  Osage Beach location can accommodate parties up to 200.  Guests can pre-order items from our catering menu and we can also provide off menu items such as prime rib and more!  Cost of the event will vary depending on time of year, menu selections and number of guests.  Perfect place for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, private parties and more!  Catering Menu Here are few of our popular catering items.  For our full catering menu, please visit: http://www.lilrizzos.com/LR%20catering%2...

Labor Day Weekend at the Lake

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This Labor Day Weekend, be sure to stop by the best Italian restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks for some food and entertainment!  Grab yourself some delicious pizza or pasta made from all the freshest quality ingredients.  Then sit back and enjoy the instrumental tunes before heading out the catch the fireworks! Live Music on Saturday  Join us for live entertainment at the Lake of the Ozarks by "Me and Jim," an instrumental duet performing familiar tunes from the 60's and 70's at a conversational volume.  The show is from 7-10 PM this Saturday, August, 30th at our Horseshoe Bend location. Photo From: Me and Jim's Facebook Page "Jim," that is Jim Biggs, has been pickin' the guitar since he was just a sprout. He has performed in concert with big names including Chuck Berry, Barbara Mandrel, and Barbara Fairchild.  He owns a pile of vintage guitars, mostly Les Pauls, and has been known to bring several of them to the shows and switch guita...

Two Great Locations at the Lake of the Ozarks

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Whether you're in Osage Beach or Lake Ozark, you can enjoy the best Italian food at the Lake of the Ozarks !  Li'l Rizzo's has two great locations, each sure to please any crowd.  Both restaurants provide that unique Italian atmosphere, making for a refreshing dining experience.  You'll also find multiple TVs at either location making Li'l Rizzo's the best sports bar at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Horseshoe Bend Location 2196 Horseshoe Bend Pkwy  Lake Ozark, MO 65049 573-365-3003 After the first Li'l Rizzo's at the corner of Hwy 54 and KK was a hit, the Borders family decided to open a second location on Horseshoe Bend in 1990. Although the first location ended up closing, the HH location is still going strong. With a beautiful view of the Lake from the outdoor patio to the sports bar inside, Li'l Rizzo's on Horseshoe Bend has something for everyone to love.  Be sure to check out the live music at the Lake of the Ozarks on th...

Delicious Italian Food at Li'l Rizzo's

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For the best Italian Food at Lake of the Ozarks , it's Lil Rizzo's !  Come in to one of our two Lake locations and enjoy one of the best restaurants at the Lake of the Ozarks . Generous portions and a wide variety of menu items, all made from the freshest quality ingredients make for a refreshing dining experience.  Take a look at some of our favorite dishes you'll find at our Lake of the Ozarks Italian restaurant ! Appetizers Toasted Ravioli  golden meat-filled ravioli sprinkled with parmesan and served with a side of meat sauce Bruschetta Bread  Toasted bread topped with tomato, basil, garlic and parmesan cheese. Wings  Rizzo's Italian - 2011 Wing Ding 1st Place Winner!  marinated in our house dressing, baked and tossed in olive oil, parmesan cheese and crushed red peppers (Wings also available in Original and Mojo flavors). Entrees The Sizzler seasoned beef tenderloin sliced and served uncooked on a hot iron skillet, you coo...

Welcome to Li'l Rizzo's Blog!

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The Best Italian Restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks is now blogging!   Li'l Rizzo's has been locally owned and operated by the Borders family since 1985. Founded by Carol Borders, Mike Rizzo, and Ed Alexander, the original Rizzo's was located on Bagnell Dam Boulevard. The original or "Big Rizzo's" was the first fine dining Italian restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks and one of the first to stay open year round! Rizzo's was an immediate success and Carol soon acquired full ownership. She maintained the name "Rizzo's" and the menu, but had no affiliation with the "Rizzo's" restaurants in St. Louis.  In 1987 Carol opened the first Li'l Rizzo's at the corner of Hwy 54 and KK. The restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks offered pizza, pasta and sandwiches. Memorial Day weekend 1990, Carol and daughter Linda opened the second Li'l Rizzo's on State Road HH. Li'l Rizzo's on HH was a hit, however, ...