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featured dining guide story Advertorial Feature By James Carlton | nWa DemoCrat-Gazette Boar's Nest, a sports bar in a league of its own 42 What's up! November 25 - december 1, 2018 R ogers foodies, sports fans and party people alike have a favorite spot they've been keeping from you. It's where they go to relax, be entertained, and get the unique food and drinks that truly satisfy their one-of-a-kind cravings in a fun, family-friendly, laid-back atmosphere. It's called Boar's Nest, and it's about to be your new favorite hangout. Boar's Nest isn't just for wings, drinks and sports; although their wings, their drinks and their viewing options (booths with personal TVs/remotes) are a cut above what you'd find in another sports bar. Owners John and Heather Hudec moved back from Texas for the opportunity to have their own restaurant in the beautiful Ozarks and raise their twins closer to family. John would be considered the executive chef, but the Hudecs have enlisted the help of their kitchen manager and other employees to be the culinary masterminds behind all of the deliciousness on the menu. A jalapeño and cream cheese stuffed burger? Yes. They do that here. It doesn't stop there either — not even close. Their hand-pattied beef burgers, in addition to veggie- and turkey burgers, can be topped with their Texas-inspired three- bean chili, fresh bacon, or an egg; and their Rosco Burger is a 1/3 lb. patty caramelized in their own bbq sauce, topped with pulled pork, onion rings and queso, and served on Texas Toast. "It was named after Boss Hogg's right hand man, the Sheriff, from Dukes of Hazzard," John says of the mouth- watering masterpiece, "It's a lot of burger!" Even their appetizers are mind-blowing. In addition to the local crowd-pleaser: Fried Gator Tail Bites served with spicy mustard and remoulade sauce, they have fried pickles and okra, nachos with your choice of several meats including my personal pick of pulled pork, and many more! John's passion for food inspired him to create. He spent a short time in culinary school before realizing, "they're not gonna teach me anything I don't already know." Look no further for proof of this than their wildly popular Pork Belly Pops that are shaking up the local culinary scene. You may need a reminder that you got them in a sports bar. Needless to say, the wing game at Boar's Nest is in a league of its own. Extra large and tossed in a dry rub with (optional) wing sauce on the side, their wings are smoked before they're flash-fried, and you can upgrade to a basket with chips and dip for only two bucks. Did I mention they have Cheese Fries? You can add any of their smoked meats to make this favorite starter dish a real game-changer. John's favorite item on the menu is easily overlooked by the uninformed patron: Boar's Nest Chili Mac. "Our macaroni and cheese is to die for," John said.