14 Best Mexican Restaurants in Big Bear Lake

“During our family trip to Big Bear, we stumbled upon Azteca Mexican Restaurant and were thoroughly impressed by not only the food but the exceptional service tailored especially for families. It's a gem that deserves every bit of praise.The menu itself is simple, but really good with lots of what seems to be hand made chips, tortilla's, and salsa, offering everything from sizzling fajitas to authentic relleno dishes. Our server, noticing our children's curiosity about the dishes, even brought out a small bean dip with cheese for them to try, which was a hit!What set Azteca apart was the staff's genuine effort to engage with us. One of the waiters flagged us down as we pulled into the parking lot, and made sure we didn't leave just because there was no parking. This attentiveness extended to their food preparation as well; they were happy to adjust spice levels and accommodate allergies, ensuring everyone at the table had a wonderful dining experience.In conclusion, Azteca Mexican Restaurant is a must-visit for families traveling to Big Bear. The combination of delicious, authentic Mexican food and the staff's attentiveness to families—especially those with young children—makes for an unforgettable dining experience. It's clear that Aztec isn't just about serving great food; it's about creating a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere where every member, no matter how small, feels special.“

“We sat at the bar. Our bartender Victor was very busy fulfilling all the drinks for the restaurant and he still was very attentive and went above and beyond. Victor’s support staff was also on point, checking in on us regularly. On top of the great service the southwest salad, combo fajitas and Cadillac margaritas were amazing! Definitely coming back!!“

“Pretty good food, good people, great place away from the village. I'd call this Mexican/American diner fusion. Chicken Fried Steak was perfectly cooked. The gravy has a sweet flavor to it, kinda unique. The French Toast was just as good. Definitely recommended.“

“The food is superb! I had the salmon dish there and I kept saying "wow" after every bite. My wife had fajitas and the chicken tasted excellent! First night in Big Bear and Gaby's cuisine did not disappoint!!! Just get there already and try her food.“

“Great food and great service I love the place and friendly staff. Food is good and not processed food this is made with love and real food will come back and great price too ? oh and best blueberry pancakes ? ever!! yummy ??.Parking: N/AKid-friendliness: N/AWheelchair accessibility: N/A“

“Don't let the unassuming look fool you. This place is fantastic! Jasmin and Minerva provided great service. View of lake is nice. I think I found my new spot in Big Bear for Mexican food. Sorry Jacalito....we're on to better things!!“

“The atmosphere is clean and very basic. The service is always kind and friendly. They have great iced tea and their food comes out fast. I like their hard shell tacos the most and I get the shells crispy. My go-to spot for lunch when I know I have a half hour (or so) to spare.“

“The food was huge - I only ate 3/4 of my meatball sub & I am a card-carrying member of the clean plate club! My daughter really liked her GF club sandwich - she only ate half of it (most GF bread is tiny - this was not).Dietary restrictions: They were well-versed in gluten-free options.“

“We had dinner there several times and we really loved it. The place is small but clean and cozy. The lady was very nice. On the menu there is a large selection of food, there was not easy to choose :) I'm sure we will going back again!“

“Very friendly staff, very family friendly. Also very accommodating to food allergies thanks to having a real in-house chef preparing everything fresh. This is a favorite spot of mine for Big Bear Lake.. Recommend the tacos, and my son loves the burritos.The shrimp is their specialty.My wife loves the chicken taquitos.“

“This beauty of a hole-in-the-wall Mexican restaurant will fill you up with massive burritos. I tend to judge these types by their California burritos, which are carne asada with fries, guac and sour cream. They do it right and I come back near “

“Service was amazing (they were hustling). We got the enchiladas, chicken taquitos, quesadillas, fajitas and the best chicken tortilla soup of my life (I'm from so cal so don't @ me, it's that good). Also the mango jalapeño margarita was delish!!! Highly recommend, I don't know what all these less than 5 star reviews are about- those people prob love chipotle or something.“

“I absolutely love this restaurant! It's hands down my favorite spot in Big Bear. The location couldn't be better—it's conveniently next to the village but without all the hustle and bustle. Food is fantastic! From tacos to fajitas to burritos and churros, we loved every dish we tried. I highly recommend the La Bamba burrito—it's incredibly authentic, and the spicy sauce is something special and absolutely amazing!“

“On our trip to Big Bear Lake, we wanted an afternoon snack. We didn’t want to go to a sit-down restaurant, so we drove thru this place. We just got two carne asada tacos and two drinks. The tacos were wrapped up tightly with foil to keep them nice and warm which was great. They double-up the tortillas which were warm and tasty, and the meat was fresh and very tasty also. It comes with cilantro and or onions, and we got the green salsa which went perfect with them. Our only negative, was the young man at the drive-thru window. He lacked good customer service, as it seemed like he was being forced to work there, and almost like we were being a bother to him. Other than that, we will go there again the next time we visit.“