# Branson Landing dining guide

Branson Landing is a waterfront shopping and dining development along Lake Taneycomo near Historic Downtown Branson. Many restaurants are located along the pedestrian promenade, but not every Landing restaurant is on the promenade, so visitors should check the individual location before choosing where to park. The Branson Landing Water & Fire Show and Town Square concert area provide a recognizable central landmark and can make nearby restaurants busier during scheduled events.

- [Canonical HTML area guide](https://76eats.com/areas/branson-landing/)

## Local context

Long before Branson Landing opened in 2006, the Sammy Lane Boat Line helped make the Downtown Branson lakefront a visitor destination. Historical records place the boat line on Lake Taneycomo as early as 1913. In later decades, the Sammy Lane Pirate Cruise—with its narrated lake excursion and staged pirate attack—became a fondly remembered Branson attraction. The Landing redevelopment transformed that waterfront into today's boardwalk, restaurants, shops, Water & Fire Show, and concert area.

## Orientation landmarks

- Branson Landing Water & Fire Show
- Town Square concert area

## Restaurants (15)

- [Andy B's Bowl Social](https://76eats.com/locations/andy-bs-bowl-social/index.md) — Branson Landing. Sit down for a meal with table service at Andy B’s Bowl Social in Branson Landing.
- [Big Whiskey's American Restaurant & Bar](https://76eats.com/locations/big-whiskeys-american-restaurant-and-bar/index.md) — Branson Landing. Sit down for a meal with table service at Branson Landing, with daily hours extending into the late evening.
- [Black Oak Grill](https://76eats.com/locations/black-oak-grill/index.md) — Branson Landing. Dine with table service at Branson Landing, with later evening hours on Fridays and Saturdays.
- [Bricktown Brewery](https://76eats.com/locations/bricktown-brewery/index.md) — Branson Landing. Sit down for a meal with table service at Branson Landing, with later evening hours on Fridays and Saturdays.
- [Cantina Laredo](https://76eats.com/locations/cantina-laredo/index.md) — Branson Landing. Dine with table service overlooking Lake Taneycomo at Branson Landing. Watch the fountain show from the outdoor patio or fountain-view tables indoors.
- [Flaming Margaritas at Branson Landing](https://76eats.com/locations/flaming-margaritas-at-branson-landing/index.md) — Branson Landing. Dine with table service at the Branson Landing location, with daily lunch and evening hours.
- [Guy Fieri's Branson Kitchen & Bar](https://76eats.com/locations/guy-fieris-branson-kitchen-and-bar/index.md) — Branson Landing. Sit down for a meal with table service at Branson Landing, with daily lunch and evening hours.
- [Joe's Crab Shack](https://76eats.com/locations/joes-crab-shack/index.md) — Branson Landing. Sit down for a meal with table service at Branson Landing, with later evening hours on Fridays and Saturdays.
- [LandShark Bar & Grill](https://76eats.com/locations/landshark-bar-and-grill/index.md) — Branson Landing. Dine with table service at Branson Landing, with later evening hours on Fridays and Saturdays.
- [Mellow Mushroom Branson](https://76eats.com/locations/mellow-mushroom-branson/index.md) — Branson Landing. Dine with table service at Branson Landing, with later evening hours on Fridays and Saturdays.
- [Paula Deen's Family Kitchen](https://76eats.com/locations/paula-deens-family-kitchen/index.md) — Branson Landing. Share a family-style meal with table service at Branson Landing, with daily hours from morning through the evening.
- [QDOBA Mexican Eats at Branson Landing](https://76eats.com/locations/qdoba-mexican-eats-at-branson-landing/index.md) — Branson Landing. Order lunch or dinner at the counter while visiting Branson Landing.
- [Saltgrass Steak House](https://76eats.com/locations/saltgrass-steak-house/index.md) — Branson Landing. Sit down for steak with table service at Branson Landing. Reservations and group seating are available.
- [Waxy O'Shea's Irish Pub](https://76eats.com/locations/waxy-osheas-irish-pub/index.md) — Branson Landing. Dine on Irish entrees with table service at Branson Landing. Reservations are available, and the pub stays open late daily.
- [White River Fish House](https://76eats.com/locations/white-river-fish-house/index.md) — Branson Landing. Dine with table service aboard a floating restaurant on Lake Taneycomo at Branson Landing, beside Bass Pro Shops.

## Questions people ask

### Where should visitors park for a Branson Landing restaurant?

Branson Landing provides free parking at both ends of the promenade, near Belk and Bass Pro Shops. Covered parking is also available in the garage near Town Square, where parking rates may apply. Because not every Landing restaurant is on the central promenade, visitors should check the restaurant's location before choosing which parking area to use.

### Can visitors use the trolley to reach Branson Landing restaurants?

Yes. The free downtown trolley is useful for travel among Branson Landing, the Convention Center area, and Historic Downtown Branson. It does not serve the 76 Strip. Because stops and operating schedules can change, visitors should check the current trolley map rather than assume service directly in front of a particular restaurant. The trolley connects the areas for transportation purposes; it does not expand the Branson Landing restaurant list beyond Landing-specific venues.

### Can motorcoaches use Branson Landing?

Yes. Branson Landing accommodates motorcoaches and asks operators to park in the far south lot near Bass Pro Shops during layovers. Tour operators should confirm the passenger drop-off location and any reservation requirements with the restaurant before heading to Branson Landing. Property-level coach access does not guarantee that every restaurant can seat or serve a full coach group.

## Planning sources

- [Branson Landing transportation information](https://bransonlanding.com/pages/transportation/)
- [Downtown Branson trolley information](https://www.bransonmo.gov/601/Downtown-Branson)
- [Sammy Lane Boat Line history](https://npgallery.nps.gov/GetAsset/NRHP/64500317_text)
