35 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near Big Bear

“My favorite Garden Burger on the mountain. Zucchini fries are the best!“

“I had such a great experience at Thelma’s! The food was amazing, came out quickly, and everything tasted fresh and homemade. The atmosphere was welcoming and made it a really enjoyable place to eat.

The highlight of the visit was definitely our waitress, Danielle. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed before we even had to ask. Her positive attitude and excellent service made the whole experience even better. Danielle went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, and it’s clear she genuinely cares about her customers. We’ll definitely be coming back, and a big reason why is the outstanding service she provided!“

“Tropicali in Big Bear was absolutely amazing! From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed with friendly smiles and outstanding service. The staff went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect, and their positive attitude made the whole experience even better.

The food was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Every bite was packed with quality and care, and you can tell they take pride in what they serve. It’s not often you find a place that delivers both incredible food and exceptional customer service, but Tropicali does exactly that.

If you’re visiting Big Bear or live in the area, I highly recommend stopping by. Great food, amazing workers, and an atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. I’ll definitely be coming back!

🌴❤️ Thank you to the entire Tropicali team for such a wonderful experience. You made my day! 🙌 @mabo.trails“

“Coming straight off the PCT with serious hiker hunger, I needed a spot to seriously replenish those calories — and this place delivered. I went with the O.G. Burger and a full basket of garlic fries, washed down with a refreshing lemonade. The food was excellent and the portions were no joke. I struggled to finish the fries, but my trail appetite wasn’t taking “no” for an answer. Challenge completed!
The restaurant is very clean with a solid selection of beers on tap. The staff was super friendly and helpful. I only wish I hadn’t missed karaoke night — guess I’ll have to come back!
Thank you for the great meal and vibes. Highly recommend for thru-hikers and locals alike.“

“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 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️“

“My husband and I both ordered a late breakfast.Hubby ordered bacon & egg burrito and enjoyed it.I ordered the breakfast sandwhich and a side of busicuits and gravy, both were delicious.Megan gave us absolutely great service,she was very attentive and kinda definitely recommend this place and food ordered.“

“Best avocado salad, pozole and horchata ever! My husband and I went to Gaby’s every time we were in Big Bear. It was our favorite restaurant. We have since moved out of state but I still think about Gaby’s all the time. Do yourself a favor and go to Gaby’s and order everything I mentioned. You won’t be disappointed!“

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

“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.“

“This is a hidden gem. If you're driving into Big Bear stop for lunch or breakfast on the way. No problem parking and you will feel very welcome. Food is excellent and much cheaper than you will find farther in toward the center of town. It is family run and feels like it with excellent personal service. Burgers are great as is everything else I've ever tried on the menu. Indoor seating as well as a great back patio away from the traffic noise. Enjoy!“

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

“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!“

“Everything you order is done to perfection by Joel, a great chef. Monica treats everyone very special and remembers everyone's name. You can have taco specials on Tuesdays, and beef ribs on Thursdays. Comes with corn, potato, and cornbread made by Monica. Might not be able to finish it all. They have excellent breakfasts, hamburgers, pizza, and deserts, also. Don't miss any opportunity to enjoy this local hangout.“

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

“Came here with my son since the traffic on our way down was super heavy. We decided to stop and have dinner. We saw how they made the pizzas from scratch. The dough was delicious (I normally don’t eat the back part of the pizza) my son and I finished the slices without leaving the back part.
I recommend to all that are in Big bear to have their pizzas. Perfect crisp, perfect amounts and perfect ingredients.“

“Good food - relaxing atmosphere“

“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.“

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

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

“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) 👌🙌“

“Great service and great food.“

“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. ⚜️💚⚜️“

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

“Ah, good 'ol La Paws! I've been eating here for at least 20 Summers and it's always good. Low key relaxed unassuming atmosphere, fair prices and genuine hospitality.
Come see what's kept them a favorite with locals and tourists alike for decades.“

“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!“

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

“Walked in lunch time and was empty, everything was neat and clean. I ordered chai tea, garlic naan, and mixed grill (lamb, chicken, and shrimp). Food was delicious, I wish it had a bit more flavor that popped. It wasn’t spicy, they did provide hot sauce on the side. They got busy after I arrived. Servers were a lil overwhelmed. No one followed up on how food was or drink refills. Probably just due to rush. Overall would go again.“

“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!“

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

“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“

“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“

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

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

“Enjoyed dining at La Pergola while visiting Big Bear Lake. Located at the end of Pine Knot at Village Drive. We parked in town and enjoyed a short walk to the restaurant. No reservations are taken but there was no wait when we arrived around 6pm.
We started by sharing a bottle of Unshackled Red Wine for the table.
I had a side salad but the soup appetizer was also excellent.
The Chicken Picatta was a favorite as well. There are many choices for dinner and everyone liked their meal, so the menu can accommodate a wide variety of tastes.
Service was fast and food was hot. We sat in the front since the back room was a bit too noisy for a casual conversation.
The atmosphere was well acclimated for cold weather with covered entry to limit the air from blowing in.
We enjoyed our visit and would definitely return to try another menu selection.“