Restaurants in Big Bear Lake

“The food is incredibly delicious and hasn’t changed much since they used to serve it at a shack. The service is exceptional, with incredibly friendly and attentive staff. The atmosphere is so pleasant that it feels like I’m in Hawaii.”

“I love this bar!
Just celebrated my 58 birthday here!
I come here every time I come to Big Bear!
Thanks to the Sat KJ ( Idk his name but he was SUPER FUN!! ) I had a blast!!!!”

“Is a wow 🤩 place to eat everything is amazing and super delicious 😋 And the team super synchronized ,fast and focused this is our breakfast place now 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️”

“We had a great breakfast here! The food was delicious, and our server Nancy was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed! She provided great service and made our experience even better. We’ll definitely be back!”

“10/10 Stars all around! This place is a vibe! We had the pleasure of stopping for lunch at Moon Ridge coffee Company, and it did not disappoint. My 10-year-old would like me to be sure to mention that his hibiscus lemonade was incredible. My family of four each had a different sandwich and they were all delicious and there was no skimping on any of the ingredients. The people were friendly and service was great. Highly recommend!”

“Easily my favorite restaurant in Big Bear. Very laid back, local, and nothing fancy; but, the food is to kill for and the service staff is very nice to chat with.”

“Great service. The patio was great. Amazing anti pasta salad. Best wings we’ve had!!! Crispy and tasty!!! The pizza was yummy!”

“Bear Trap turned out to be one of our favorite food discoveries in Big Bear. The staff was friendly, attentive, and checked on us throughout the meal without ever making us feel rushed. More people need to know how good the food is here—the pizza and burgers easily rank among the best we’ve had in Big Bear. This place deserves far more recognition!”

“Authentic American breakfast.Large portions. Great service. Pancakes are fluffy and filling.”

“Soft Tacos and Enchiladas are good. The sauces are homemade not canned. We go there everytime we go to Big Bear. The food is always fresh, service is friendly and attentive. Really clean and great service.”

“Great family, great staff, great food and great entertainment😊”

“This is a hidden gem. Our group members raved about their delicious breakfasts. I had a huge double burger on a homemade brioche bun. Prices were more reasonable than those in the center of Big Bear Lake. Blanca's niece served us and brought a bowl of water for our friend's dog without anyone asking. The one big negative is there is only perpendicular parking off a busy road. So you have to wait for a break in traffic to back out.”

“Great food at a great price. Friendly staff. You’ll eat more than you want to because it’s so good. Just look at my kids after stuffing themselves 😂”

“My husband and I ate here tonight. the service was great and the food was fantastic! I highly recommend Nuevo Vallarta Grill ♥️we will definitely will be coming back soon!”

“hot white Chocolate. AMAZINGGGG !!!”

“The chocolate gelato and French vanilla are great. I sampled the coconut but not a fan. I love this place”

“Great location, fantastic people and cool vibes, looking forward to having a new local spot!!!”

“Delicious brunch of savory crepe and caramel latte. Thank you! And bonus photo ops featuring Jesse out back! Thanks!”

“We love this spot! Last weekend, we enjoyed their beer flights and wine slushy 😋 Rachel was engaging, friendly and super helpful. They have a variety of wines, beers, cute gifts. All reasonably priced. We will be back soon!”

“The Best hands down, ordering and chatting super easy. She understood what I wanted and went above and beyond what I could have ever imagined! So Gorgeous when they brought it out I almost cried! Definitely Recommend times 100! I've ordered Thanksgiving and had many of their baked goods! Thank you Thank you for making our Gramma's night so special she will remember Forever 🙏”

“Great food, cozy atmosphere (not loud!), and friendly staff.”

“🤙🏼🏔🐻🌲. Amazing! The split pea soup is the best!”

“Great staff! Unfortunately, next weekend is the end😢”

“Great coffee and we love the flavored one's too. Staff/ownership are always knowledgeable and very friendly. We always stop in and stock up when in town.”

“Good food - relaxing atmosphere”

“Randomly dropped into Piza Kama for lunch while visiting Big Bear this summer. We arrived shortly after they opened and were the first ones there. We split margarita pizza and it was PHENOMENAL! The dough and sauce had amazing flavor. Probably the best pizza sauce I’ve ever had.”

“When I was California I lost my backpack with wallet all cc money and DL. I was at Big Bear lake. The beginning of our trip. Well the owner of Big Bear Brewery found me on FB messenger mailed my backpack with all its belongings. Even the cash. Good people do exist Richard thank you! I encourage everyone to try Big Bear Mountain Brewery. The Ruben sandwich is the real deal!”

“One of the best chicken sandwiches I've had in a long time. I was skeptical about door dashing a cocktail but I was SO surprised when it came in a mason jar. Honey mustard was so tasty I used on my sandwich instead of the pickles. The pickles were good but a bit breaded for my taste. Regardless, this was the perfect pick for BB for my first night.”

“The only reason I recommend them is because the desserts are so good. The line to order was chaotic, not very orderly. The girl took my order , rang me up and handed me my treats. I walked out with my friend and decided to check we had everything. We were shorted 1 thing. My friend went back in to get what she was shorted. Soon I went back in to see what was taking so long. The girl behind the counter took all of our treats back, checked a bunch of receipts and had another co worker help her. Then she asked me for my change back but barely remembered I paid with cash not a card. She had charged me correctly but forgotten an item. FINALLY got the correct treats so we took it and left. I drive 50 minutes home and open my bags. Guess what, I’m now missing something. After all that, the incompetent girl still messes up and shorts me. I never write bad reviews but driving all the way home to find you don’t have everything you paid for is such a bummer”

“Great food, nice music, ambience, will be back for sure!!!”

“Love love love this restaurant.”

“Had great sandwiches with the tastiest fresh bread. Good customer service too! Thank you Mia(?)”

“Fantastic experience here! It's a very cute, very tasty restaurant where you can get Tex-Mex specialties. If you're able to visit for breakfast, my partner and I really enjoyed the chilaquiles. The chile relleno was also cooked to perfection. Servers were very friendly; there was a table of older folks that seemed like regulars, and the waitresses were so nice taking their time to speak with them. Seems like a family-owned place where they have lots of regulars! :)”

“Great service and great food.”

“I was born here in Big Bear. let me tell you the food at this place is amazing. I'm impressed. everything that came out the window looked epic. The service is top notch. I'm definitely making this a place I go often.”

“I enjoyed a satisfying dinner after a relaxing wellness day at Soothing Canna Massage and Wellness. It was an amazing pairing that I highly recommend. PROS: Located in the heart of Big Bear village, this rustic, warm, and cozy restaurant provided wonderful amabiance for a Spring evening meal. Hostesses and greeters welcomed us with smiles and friendliness. Our server, Leticia, provided courteous, professional, and knowledgeable service. We ordered the outstanding macademia nut crusted crab cakes with a wonderfully balanced chunky mango salsa. Not since the heyday of Citrone's in Redlands crab cakes have I delighted so dearly of these crustacean delicacies. The baked brie accompanied with toasted pine nuts, and chipotle rasberry sauce paired deliciously with grilled ciabatta. The freshly baked bread added a nice yeasty element with butter. The entree of pistachio crusted chicken with orange dijon sauce complimented each other sweetly. The buttery sweet potato mash contributed to the nutty tangy protein. I enjoyed dipping the freshly prepared vegetables with the sauce and mash! CONS: The salad that comes with the entree seemed like an after thought and definitely did not compare to the freshly made soups. The dishes are slightly overpriced compared to other places with similar food selections. So, the value is not exactly there. OVERALL: With a dirge of options at the quality and professionality of Peppercorn Grill in Big Bear, I highly recommend this spot for a wonderful dinner with friends and loved ones. ⚜️💚⚜️”

“Great pizzas and onion rings. Great service; nice couple.”

“The brownies are amazing. Only coffee shop open at 7am. Super friendly staff!”

“Excellent food courtesy friend servers. My first time and I will definitely return Thank you for good food good service and excellent dining experience”

“Owners are amazing people, the burgers are AMAZING! For me this is probably the best burger I've had..I enjoyed every bite! Along with the pickle fries!! If u like spicy ask for the raccon style(sauted onion and yellow peppers) 👌🙌”

“So delicious. I got the Lamb Korma the first time the lamb was tender and the sauce was so good creamy and the right amount of spices. The next time I got the butter chicken and I don't know what they do but I think it is some of the best I have had.

My husband got the Lamb vindaloo and he got it a 10 spicy and absolutely loved it. The flavor was excellent and he was sweating and it was definitely spicy (he has a very high spice tolerance);it was really tasty not just hot.

We also got the garlic naan which was good too.

I will definitely go here every time we go to big Bear.”

“La Pergola in Big Bear Village is a true hidden gem. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm, inviting, and authentically Italian. The staff is attentive without being overbearing, making the entire dining experience relaxed and enjoyable.

The food is outstanding. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared with fresh ingredients and rich, balanced flavors. The pasta is especially memorable—perfectly cooked and paired with sauces that taste homemade. The wine selection complements the menu beautifully, adding to the overall experience.
I had the homemade chicken noodle soup of the day (homemade with fresh ingredients), we had the calamari, homemade focaccia bread with EVOO dipping oil, the Margarita pizza was divine with a perfect crust, Cesar salad with jumbo shrimp, divine chicken parmigiana (huge portion), and house side salad. All the dishes transported me to Italy. A must try- you won’t be disappointed.

Whether you are visiting Big Bear or a local looking for a great night out, La Pergola delivers consistently excellent food and service. It is the kind of place you will want to return to again and again. I can’t wait to be back. Good people and exceptional food.”

“The food was delicious! The coffee was excellent. The cheesecake was one of the best I've ever eaten. The view was just beautiful, sitting outside. A true treat!”

“The experience of taking the sky chair to the Taphouse was lovely! The views were breathtaking, that staff were amazing! Once at the Taphouse, it was easy to get in line and order what we wanted. Everything was made fresh, right in front of us. The food was delicious and my husband loved the beer on tap! We can't wait to do it again!”

“Awesome little ice cream place behind the Village Shopping area in Big Bear Lake where you can buy a waffle cone with 3 generous scoops of delicious ice cream and toppings for under $10.”

“Adorable stuff in the shop and an amazing bar! Such a fun ambiance and so picturesque. The owners are super nice as well, 10/10”

“Thankful that this place is open a little later than the other places in town to get a sweet treat. We had a shake and a malt this evening and they were great! Definitely will be back.”

“I live here in big bear I have ordered the teriyaki chicken sandwich no bread 6 to 7 times never has it has it had cheese so how would I know it had cheese I didn't look at menu because I just new they had it so tonight it had cheese on no biggy I thought I can just pull the cheese off oh no cuz the whole dinner was soaking in 2 inches of grease their response is well it has cheese on so basically too bad...we go their so much they new my husband's name just by telling them what I ordered...but no more they make so much money off non locals they could care less about loyal customers I'll take my money else where not sure where cuz nobody really cares any more pictures in comments”

“1/8/23 amazing candy, apple caramel with almonds do you make the hot red candy apples I wish you did because I would get that too”

“Great service, great food, great drinks and wonderful covered patio area. Highly recommend. Parking can be tough.. Go and enjoy!”

“Great service from owner! Treated my family as if they were her own! Plan to eat here again.”

“Hidden gem in big bear that brings a home cooked style atmosphere. a regular stop when I come up. located behind the lodge and next to Murphys barbershop. 100% recommend trying it out”

“Classic bar. The decor is great, with lots of hardwood and a fireplace. Bartenders are skilled and friendly. Whiskey selection is extensive. Only 4 beer taps, but they're thoughtfully curated to provide a variety of good, mostly local beers.”

“Delicious food. Portions were huge! You won’t be disappointed! Fast, friendly service.”

“Oakside Restaurant was an amazing discovery! We had lunch there today, Saturday, April 5th, at a table for three. We are visiting from French Polynesia, and this is our first time in Big Bear. The meal was absolutely delicious, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We will definitely remember this place and hope to return soon!”

“Great little ice cream shop! The staff was excellent; and very much embodies a traditional “ice cream shop”. Limited pastry & coffee menu is a nice touch. Only wish they offered a bit more unique flavors. If you’re looking for ice cream, this is the spot to be at!”

“Had a great meal today at Jasper’s. Best cheese curds I have had in California and the Mac and cheese was also the bomb.”

“Also i feel that the Waitress at the Burlington NJ location is kind and welcoming to me & my husband who are older. We appreciate how she talks about new items to try. I will definitely request her area to sit since she is full time waitress”

“Great food! Can’t wait to visit Big Bear again and come back for another meal.”

“Great food, best shrimp fried rice in town. My partner bought pho and it was also very tasty. Portions are big, however, it is a little pricey. The sitting area is small, only two tables.”

“Food, drinks and service were all great!!”

“The pizzas are delicious!! Nice cold Beer! the 8" cookie is really good and big. Can't wait to visit again from Rancho Cucamonga!!”

“The best Mexican food on the mountain! I've been coming here since I was in high school and it absolutely never disappoints. Although the food is terrific, the price is not. You can nearly buy a steak for what they charge for a burrito, however it is so good I will spring for it when the mood strikes.”

“It seems the cheese has changed and gone a bit down in quality, but the pizza is still good, workers are quick and friendly.

Its just a bit hot in there during summer”

“Good find here in Big Bear. Appetizers are fantastic. The chow mein is a must have. We tried the popcorn chicken- it wasn’t particularly for us but it was still good. You get a lot of food for the price which is always great. Service is good”

“Great place to get some work done or host an event, staff is great and friendly 💥💥💥💥💥”

“Calimesa location - Breakfast was so delicious!! Service was spot on thank you Danielle!! Let’s not forget the live singing. . . I could listen to him all day!!”

“Royal Thai Bistro is our “go to” place at Big Bear Lake.”