Best Big Bear Restaurants
Our carefully curated selection of Big Bear's finest restaurants. These spots earned their place through consistently great food, memorable atmosphere, and stellar local reputation.
Featured Collection: Our hand-picked selection of 10 outstanding restaurants in Big Bear, chosen for their exceptional food, atmosphere, and local reputation.
Peppercorn Grille
$$$$Cuisine: American, Steak
Upscale dining with lake views, known for steaks and seafood.
Hours: Daily 5pm-9pm
Phone: (909) 866-5405
Address: 553 Pine Knot Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Himalayan Restaurant
$$Cuisine: Indian, Nepalese
Authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine in cozy mountain setting.
Hours: Daily 11:30am-9pm
Phone: (909) 878-3068
Address: 672 Pine Knot Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Grizzly Manor Cafe
$$Cuisine: American, Breakfast
Popular breakfast spot famous for huge pancakes and long lines on weekends.
Hours: Daily 7am-2pm
Phone: (909) 866-6226
Address: 41268 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Captain's Anchorage
$$$$Cuisine: Steak, Seafood
Big Bear tradition since 1947. Historic steakhouse in rustic log cabin setting with certified Angus beef, fresh seafood, and prime rib.
Hours: Sun-Thu 4:30pm-9pm, Fri-Sat 4:30pm-10pm
Phone: (909) 866-3997
Address: 42148 Moonridge Way, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Fire Rock Burgers & Brews
$$Cuisine: Burgers, American
Rock 'n' roll atmosphere with gourmet burgers, fresh-cut fries, and rotating craft beers. Dog-friendly patio.
Hours: Daily 11am-9pm
Phone: (909) 866-9990
Address: 618 Pine Knot Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
The Copper Q
$$Cuisine: Bakery, Breakfast, Coffee
Farm-to-table cafe serving organic Vietnamese coffee, fresh pastries, and unique American breakfast and lunch.
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-6:30pm, Sat-Sun 7:30am-8pm
Phone: (909) 866-2720
Address: 645 Pine Knot Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Big Bear Lake Brewing Company
$$Cuisine: American, Gastropub
Craft brewery with gastropub menu featuring the famous Avocado Bomb, gourmet burgers, wood-fired pizzas, and house-brewed beer.
Hours: Mon-Tue, Thu-Sun 11am-9pm (Closed Wed), Fri-Sat 11am-10pm
Phone: (909) 878-0283
Address: 40827 Stone Rd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
La Pergola Trattoria
$$$Cuisine: Italian
Authentic Italian trattoria with housemade pastas, fresh seafood, and romantic ambiance. Outdoor seating available.
Hours: Mon-Tue, Thu-Fri 4:30pm-9pm, Sat 11:30am-9:30pm, Sun 11:30am-9pm (Closed Wed)
Phone: (909) 878-0555
Address: 40821 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Oakside Restaurant & Bar
$$$Cuisine: American, Seafood
Sister restaurant to Peppercorn Grille offering California cuisine, steak, seafood, and craft cocktails with upstairs bar and patio seating.
Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-9pm
Phone: (909) 866-5555
Address: 40701 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Sweet Basil Bistro
$$Cuisine: Italian
Big Bear Lake's most intimate dining destination offering fresh country Italian cuisine in a cozy, romantic atmosphere. Winner of 2024 Best of Big Bear awards for Best Restaurant, Best Date Night, and Most Romantic Restaurant. Specializes in housemade sauces, fresh pasta, premium steaks, and seafood. Signature dishes include Gorgonzola-stuffed filet mignon, Parmesan-crusted sand dabs, and lobster lasagna. Extensive gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options available. Full bar with craft cocktails and boutique wine selection. Reservations highly recommended for dinner.
Hours: Mon-Tue Closed, Wed-Fri 11am-2pm, 3:30pm-8:30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-8:30pm
Phone: (909) 866-9212
Address: 40629 Big Bear Blvd, Suite J, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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