Everyone needs a little vacation from the city every once in a while and Big Bear is the perfect spot for a weekend getaway in nature. We’ve made your weekend getaway just a little easier with a list of the mountain town's best restaurants.
Website | 672 Pine Knot, Suite 2, 92315
Since 2003, Himalayan Restaurant has been serving a taste of Tibet, Nepal and Northern India for Big Bear residents and visitors to try. Using the freshest herbs, spices and ingredients, it is dedicated to serving healthy and delicious meals.
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Website | 40701 Village Dr. 92315
Located in The Vllage, Oakside Restaurant and Bar is made from beautiful oak and presents a family friendly environment and atmosphere to boost everyone’s mood. It offers the duality of a lower casual dining and an upstairs bar lounge with over 150 cocktails, 17 taps of draft beer and an excellent selection of wine to choose from.
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Website | 553 Pine Knot Ave 92315
Peppercorn Grille has become a community treasure. It is Big Bear’s most successful restaurant known for its welcoming atmosphere in all seasons and high quality meats.
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Website | 40771 Big Bear Blvd. 92315
Not sure what you’re in the mood for? Santana and Maverick’s has a little bit of everything to satisfy your taste buds. It also includes a beautiful view by the lake perfect for the summer time and best seat in the house for the Fourth of July’s annual firework show for friends and families from all over to enjoy.
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Website | 572 Pine Knot Ave 92315
572 Social Kitchen & Lounge provides that perfect city gateway with a soothing evening of live entertainment and a fun selection of dishes to choose from. You can expect a stress free evening under the twinkling night sky and a fresh breath of air away from the city.
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Website | 40696 Village Dr 92315
Stella Luna is a delightful organic scratch kitchen focusing on serving healthy ingredients while maintaining sustainable practices. Its location only makes it even better to enjoy a true Californian lifestyle.
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Website | 583 Pine Knot Blvd. 92315
The backstory of Teddy Bear Restaurant is just as adorable as the name implies. Right up the hill of Big Bear stands the long-held family restaurant loved by locals. Customers even drive up for a single slice of its famous homemade pies. Maintaining most of its originality since its opening, its soups, homemade bread, chili and machaca are all made from original Teddy Bear recipes.
Website | The Pines Lakefront 350 Alden Road 92315
Sitting by the lake with an unobstructed view and commanding scenery is The Pine Lakefront. Surrounded by the beautiful lake and mountains of Big Bear, the restaurant's fine and refurbished décor caters to a 30’s and 40’s theme in the mountains and a subtle feel of nostalgia from the “good old days”. It offers a variety of assortments, live piano and dozens of fine wines.
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Website | 40616 Village Drive 92315
Ranking as the number one poke restaurant in California, hidden in the mountains is Tropicali. It is a neo nostalgia brand spinning a hipster take on surf and tropical themes located in The Village. Its wild fresh fish, daily served, is the cherry on top. Customers from far and near find it worth the wait and stop by each time they visit Big Bear.
Vacations should be stress free and this list is just that. With the help of locals making these places personal favorites and honest opinions, we’ve made sure you'll be eating well. And the next time you opt for the desert instead of the mountains, be sure to check out our roundup of Joshua Tree's best restaurants.
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