Big Bear restaurants are ready to serve the hungry customer who has spent all day adventuring outdoors. Whether you’re looking for a casual quick bite or a romantic fine dining experience, there are plenty of restaurants to choose from.
Murray’s Saloon & Eatery
672 Cottage Lane
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
(909) 866-1444
Murray’s Saloon & Eatery is perfect for a late-night adventure. Their full bar and cheap beers make it a frequent stop for locals but not quite right for kids. In addition to the drink menu, Murray’s serves up great food and conversation.
Grizzly Manor Cafe
41268 Big Bear Blvd
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
(909) 866-6226
This small cafe is known for its breakfasts and large portions. Choose from an assortment of gigantic pancakes, or try The Blob—biscuits and gravy topped with cheese, bacon and two eggs. Visit the full menu for more dining options.
Sweet Basil Bistro
40629 Lakeview Dr
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
(909) 866-9212
Reservations are recommended if you’re looking to dine at this small Italian bistro. In addition to their full lunch and dinner menu, they also offer special kiddie-inspired dishes. The price can be a bit high for a casual dining restaurant, but visitors say the price is worth it.
Bistro at the Mansion
869 Knickerbocker Rd.
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
909-878-9190
Open Friday and Saturday night for dinner, Bistro provides patrons with an enjoyable fine-dining experience at one of the premier Big Bear Restaurants. Offering an extensive wine list and delectable menu, this small bistro requires reservations.
Peppercorn Grille
553 Pine Knot Ave
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
(909) 866-5405
Peppercorn Grille serves both lunch and dinner to hungry guests. For a fine dining restaurant, the menu is large and the prices are reasonable. Choose from their many pasta, seafood and meat dishes, and accompany your meal with sampling from their vast wine list.
Casual Elegance
26848 Highway 189
Blue Jay, CA 92317
(909) 337-8932
Located in Lake Arrowhead, Casual Elegance serves up a fine dining experience Wednesday through Sunday. The current building was originally constructed as a home in 1939 and was converted to a restaurant in 1991. Casual Elegance’s four separate dining rooms allow for privacy and comfort while sampling dishes from the restaurant’s seasonal menus.
Big Bear restaurants offer up both casual and fine dining options to the hungry patron, so you’re sure to be able to find a meal to suit your mood.
