Restaurants in Big Bear Lake

“best place we ate on our vacation in big bear. excellent outdoor patio space overlooking the lake that's dog friendly, rad staff, and the food and drinks were delicious. the menu is large so make sure you look online ahead of time and plan, because all ordering is done at kiosks inside and with the line snaking behind you, you feel the pressure to pick quickly. service is super quick, our food and drinks were out fast and the atmosphere, decoration, and vibes were impeccable. highly recommend to anyone looking for a great spot to eat.”

“We went camping near Big Bear, and found Murray's because they have karaoke. We ended up going all 4 nights of our stay after our daytime activities were finished. The karaoke host Russ is a super fun friendly guy, and all the bar/food staff were so friendly and welcoming. By our 4th night there it was like we'd known these people for years. We were sad to leave. They also have probably the best grilled cheese sandwich I've ever had in my life.”

“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 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️”

“I will start this by saying if we could give more than 5 stars for service we absolutely would!! Janet! She is simply a gift. From the second we opened the front door her beautiful energy welcomed us so wholeheartedly. Her smile, her personality and her patience hearing out our special dietary needs were all above and beyond any expectations we could have had. We travel a lot and not only dine out but have worked extensively in F&B for decades. Janet sets the bar and she sets it high! We cannot wait to get back to Big Bear to go hug her at Bennys!”

“Gabby and her team make some amazing Bolivian food that you'll want to try. Great home cooking that's very flavorful. The short ribs, chicken and carnitas are the best. You won't be disappointed.”

“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!”

“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!”

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

“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.”

“Blanca and Pierre's turned out to be the perfect send-off to a wonderful stay in Big Bear Lake.

Just outside the Village, it's a bit removed from the main drag — a little quieter and less crowded, which we appreciated. The food was very good, the place was cozy and charming, and the staff were warm and friendly, with smiles and plenty of coffee to keep things going.

A great find on the way home. We'd happily stop in again on our next visit!”

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

“hot white Chocolate. AMAZINGGGG !!!”

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

“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 🙏”

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

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

“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”

“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.”

“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!”

“As a pseudo snob from LA who LOVES Neapolitan style pizza… man this spot bangs. Great service, a ton of love. I will be back everytime I come to Big Bear”

“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(?)”

“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.”

“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”

“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) 👌🙌”

“Best mexican food in town, small, but with authentic mexican food. Well worth the visit, prices good for the quantity of food. Very Friendly family owned business.”

“Love this place! I am surprised that it is very authentic in Big Bear! The nan was one of the best I’ve ever had. It’s very fluffy. Highly recommends this place.”

“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!”

“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.”

“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”

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

“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.”

“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”

“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!”

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“This place is amazing, such a good job with the quality of everything in there. If you want good coffee, an actual good matcha, and some fun items this is it. Basically if you’re a bit of a city person and like quality this is the spot”

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

“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!!”

“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!”

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

“I’m almost 8months pregnant and needed to use the restroom, but none of the local stores would let me so we took a chance and came in here and Tio let me use the restroom. We ended up ordering a few tacos as well for the road and OMG ! They were bomb! Fresh, delicious and packed with meat! The salsa was perfect! Not too mild not too spicy . We will definitely be back!”

“Casual and understated but the pizza was very good at a really great price. Ordered a Family size pepperoni and 2 drinks for 4 people and the total was $37.00. Very fair price.”

“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!!”

“The experience was a 10/10. Service was excellent 👌the waitress was very helpful and answered all my questions with honesty. The food was the best i had at big bear, its a hidden jem for sure”

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

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