For a memorable meal in a beautiful, spacious setting, look no further than Blackwater Restaurant, a family-owned casual eatery located right here in Chillicothe, Missouri. They have quickly become a local favorite, known for serving up a diverse menu of high-quality steaks, hearty comfort foods, and fresh seafood in an atmosphere that’s perfect for a date night, family dinner, or watching the game with friends.
From flame-grilled steaks to handcrafted sandwiches, the menu has something for everyone. Whether you’re stopping by for a work lunch or a special occasion, Blackwater delivers a fantastic dining experience.
Guests consistently rave about the “phenomenal” KC strip, “delicious” pork tenderloin, and the attentive, friendly service. Locals love the beautiful atmosphere, fair prices, and generous portions that guarantee you’ll be back to try more.
As a family-owned spot, Blackwater Restaurant is proud to serve the Chillicothe community, offering a high-quality, welcoming place for friends and neighbors to gather for great food and good times.
Restaurant
Bar Or Pub
$$$
Adults, All Ages, Couples / Date night, Family‑friendly, Sporty, Trendy, Upscale, Work-friendly
Wheelchair entrance
Restrooms available
Kid‑friendly
Accepts cash, Accepts credit cards, Accepts debit cards, Air conditioning, Family-friendly, Free admission, Free parking, Group seating available, Heating, High chairs, Indoor seating, Kids menu, Open to public visitors, Outdoor seating, Public restroom available, Reservations accepted, Restrooms, Service animals allowed, Wheelchair accessible entrance
3 crab cakes. Served with a house made remoulade.
Hand rolled shrimp (5) in Vermicelli rice lattice wrap and flash fried. Served with a sweet chilli sauce.
Served with house ranch.
Served with house ranch.
Lattice cut fries topped with White Queso, bacon pieces and scallions.
Our popular hand-battered and deep-fried Onion Rings.
Grilled or hand-breaded & deep fried pork tenderloin on Texas Toast. Smothered in mashed potatoes & white country style gravy.
Slow braised beef and Au jus gravy over short pasta noodles & mashed potatoes.
Hand breaded & deep fried chicken breast smothered in mashed potatoes & country style gravy.
In house center cut 12 oz. bone-in pork chop, marinated & flame – grilled & served with mashed potatoes & brown gravy.
Creamy white cheddar mac piled high with pulled pork.
Crispy chicken & waffle sliders, drizzled with maple syrup. Served with choice of side.
A simple 6 oz. grilled or hand-breaded & deep fried chicken breast. Served with choice of two sides.
5 grilled or hand breaded & deep fried chicken strips served with choice of two sides.
Hand-battered fried fish fillet. Served with coleslaw and 3 hush puppies.
8 oz. center cut salmon fillet, topped with a sweet glaze. Served with steamed broccoli & wild rice. Small up charge for substitution.
Seasoned scallops, coconut shrimp, crab cake, a 8oz Lobster tail and hushpuppies. Served with choice of a house side.
14 oz. hand-cut Rib-Eye, seasoned and open flame-grilled.
12 oz. Kansas City Strip seasoned and open flame-grilled.
Our flavorful in-house cut by order, 15 oz. Prime Rib. Cooked in and served with Au-jus. Only available medium rare- well done.
A tender, 8 oz. USDA certified, top of the line delicate beef cut and open flame-grilled.
10 oz. naturally lean, thick cut steak with bold flavor.
10 oz. Flat Iron steak seasoned and open flame-grilled.
Rubs: Maple Bourbon | BBQ Toss | Cajun | Lemon Pepper | Scorpion Chili • Sauces: Butter Garlic | Teriyaki | Sweet Chili | BBQ | Buffalo | Whole Kitchen | Sriracha
Our signature in-house smoked baby back ribs, served with choice of two sides.
6 oz. grilled or fried chicken breast, with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onions.
In-house smoked pulled pork with BBQ sauce and coleslaw.
Fire braised short rib with a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce on a hoagie.
Shaved sirloin with melted Swiss, sauteed green bell peppers, mushrooms & onions.
Grilled or hand-breaded and deep fried 8 oz. pork tenderloin, with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle.
Thinly sliced ham, pickles, mayo and a sweet onion sauce on a hoagie. Served with lettuce, tomato, and onions on the side.
Double decker of crispy bacon, lettuce and tomato on texas toast.
Our large hand breaded and deep fried fish fillet on a hoagie.
Smoked in house and sliced turkey breast, double layered with Blackwater candied bacon, lettuce, tomato and American cheese, served on Texas toast.
Thinly sliced and in-house smoked pork loin with crispy bacon, onion ring, pepper jack cheese and BBQ sauce.
Grilled or hand breaded chicken tenders, topped with coleslaw, shredded cheddar, and pickles.
Grilled or hand breaded and deep fried chicken tenders, layered with bacon, lettuce, tomato, shredded cheddar cheese and ranch.
Shredded corned beef, swiss cheese, sauekraut and Russian sauce on toasted marble rye.
Our signature in-house sliced prime rib on a hoagie. Served with Au Jus.
Half pound, open flame-grilled patty of USDA Beef. Served on a toasted bun, with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle on the side.
Build With: Onion Ring, Cheese, Crispy Bacon, Blackwater Candied Bacon, Egg, Hash-browns, Sauteed onion, Sauteed mushroom or Sauteed peppers
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