The Taco Lady continues to serve Table Rock Lake area

By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer

A popular Stone County restaurant recently moved to a new location.

Following a string of unfortunate events, The Taco Lady at Table Rock Lake has changed locations. Owned by Jody Palmer and her husband, Travis, The Taco Lady had hoped that their move earlier in the year to the Plaza, across from Harter House, would put them in a long-term location, allowing for inside dining for their guests. But, this summer found the Palmers moving again.

A partial roof collapse on the building housing their restaurant, and subsequent flooding prompted the move. The flooding, due to a failure by the property’s management to repair damages, caused Palmer extensive loss of property, not to mention an interruption of business.

Jody and Travis made the decision to relocate to their current locale, at 78 Kimberling Boulevard in Kimberling City.

“We are set up as an outdoor dining restaurant with full table service,” said Jody. “We were able to transfer our liquor license, so we also serve beer, wine, margaritas and daiquiris.”

The Palmers will also continue to serve their popular menu, featuring the area’s best California-style Mexican food—tacos, quesadillas, tamales, and carne asada burritos, as well as chili, burgers and more. But, this fall will see some new additions to the menu.

Said Jody, “Soon we will be offering drive-up coffee and breakfast service through the fall and winter months. We will continue our full menu through January 1, along with our colder weather additions, such as daily soup specials, tamales and Friday night steak dinners. We will also continue with live music (weather permitting) throughout the fall and winter.”

Known for giving back to the community, The Taco Lady of Table Rock Lake has long had a program where customers could sponsor a taco dinner for a family in need. A customer can donate $20 towards a ‘Taco Family,” allowing another family to eat a taco dinner, free of charge. In exchange, the Palmers graciously give the donor a substantial discount on their own meal, as a way of saying ‘Thanks.’ It is a program that Jody and Travis plan to resume next month.

Fall and winter hours for The Taco Lady of Table Rock Lake are Thursday through Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. For specials, changes in hours and updated information, please follow the restaurant’s Facebook Page, The Taco Lady at Table Rock Lake.