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.

#1

Peppercorn Grille

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Fine Dining

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

#2

Himalayan Restaurant

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Casual Dining

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

#3

Grizzly Manor Cafe

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Breakfast

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

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Fine Dining

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

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Casual Dining Dog-Friendly

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

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Cafe & Bakery

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

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Brewpub

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

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Fine Dining

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

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Fine Dining

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

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Italian 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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