How to Spend a Day in Big Bear Lake Village

Big Bear Lake Village is one of the hottest attractions in the Big Bear Lake region and with temperatures warming up, you can spend more time exploring.  With a variety of shops and restaurants, visitors can spend several hours enjoying everything the village has to offer. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a cold beer, have a nice dinner or grab some souvenirs for family and friends, Big Bear Lake Village has it all.

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There are tons of things to enjoy during your next stay at Big Bear Frontier.

Have a Drink in Big Bear Village

After a long day fishing, hiking or biking, a cold beer may be just the thing you need. Luckily, Big Bear Village offers the perfect solution  with Big Bear Lake Brewing Co. The Big Bear Lake Brewing Company offers a great variety of craft and micro-brew beers, and spirits. Unlike most breweries, BBLB also offers a great menu to pair those drinks with. An extensive menu of appetizers, salads, soups, steak, burgers, flatbreads and dessert give BBLB the perfect combination of food and drinks.

Looking to bar hop during your night out on the town? Head on over to Whiskey Dave’s and grab a pint at their sports bar or take up a game of pool. The locale boasts live music every Friday and Saturday night, but even when the tunes aren’t playing, there’s 22 TVs to keep visiting patrons entertained. Try dining on their outdoor patio; someone might even tell you “The Legend of Whiskey Dave’s!”

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Big Bear Lake Village is one of the hottest attractions in the Big Bear Lake region.

Dining in Big Bear Lake Village

The dining options in Big Bear Lake Village offer something for everyone. With a variety of restaurants from casual to fine dining, it is the go to dining spot.

For casual dining with a great menu, Saucy Mama’s is the place you need to be. Many flock to Saucy Mama’s for their pizza menu, but their hot wings are award worthy. If you are in the mood for something a little heartier, their spaghetti and lasagna dishes are house favorites. Don’t forget to treat your taste buds to their cheese sticks and garlic bread while you wait for your meal. Take the time to look around the restaurant while you’re waiting. Tables and pillars are covered in shiny copper pennies and legendary album covers adorn the wall. Saucy Mama’s is the perfect place to wind down and enjoy a delicious meal in a relaxed, family-friendly environment.

Find a more intimate dining experience at Peppercorn Grill. Enjoy a delicious steak or seafood dish in their dining room or on the heated patio with great views of the Village as it lights up at night. Pair any Peppercorn Grill dish with a glass of wine or signature cocktail from their extensive drink menu. Don’t forget to save some room and treat yourself to a slice of cheesecake or tiramisu from their sweet dessert menu. The white table cloths and candlelit tables give you the perfect, fine dining experience.

Shopping in Big Bear Village

What’s a trip to Big Bear without a little shopping? Big Bear Lake Village has shopping options for just about anyone. If you’re looking to grab a few souvenirs for family and friends back home, the Brown Bear Gift Shop, located right in the heart of the village has a great variety of keepsakes, t-shirts, unique gift items and souvenirs to commemorate your Big Bear vacation. Bear Essentials is another great shop to stop in if you’re looking for souvenirs.

When visiting Big Bear Lake, hiking is a must, and you’ll likely see many unique sights tracking through the local forests. Bring nature home with a visit to Chirp, the local one-stop shop for songbird seed and feeders. Golden State residents are no stranger to tricolored blackbirds and lazuli buntings, among other aerial attractions. After your walk through the Big Bear wilderness, hikers may want to visit Chirp if you’re eager to attract similar songbirds to your backyard. Be sure to also download their free wild bird checklist before your next hike.

Big Bear Village Nightlife

Consider catching the latest movie at the Village Theaters if you’re looking to take the kids out for family night. Their classic movie popcorn and hot nachos are the perfect movie snack. Those who particularly enjoy their cinema can purchase a gift card, redeemable for any in-house movie showings or refreshments, to share with the individual of your choosing.

For a more active adventure, The Bowling Barn promises 16-lanes of strikes, splits and gutter balls. Bring your whole family and ask about their “glow bowling” to really light up your evening. Whether you’re planning your personal birthday party or living it up in the arcade, The Bowling Barn is a staple of Big Bear’s nightlife scene.

There are tons of things to enjoy right at your doorstep during your next stay at Big Bear Frontier. This is only a short list of all of the amazing dining, shopping and nightlife activities to discover in Big Bear Village. From the lively bar scene to the vast wilderness, we are just steps away from everything Big Bear Lake Village has to offer. Make your reservation for a cozy cabin or hotel room today and enjoy spending a day at the Village.

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