The Village at Big Bear Lake

At the heart of Big Bear Lake you’ll find a charming district known as The Village - the downtown hub for shopping, sightseeing, dining and nightlife. It's also the site of annual events like Halloween and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. A beautiful sight in any season, The Village features colorful blooms in the spring, green trees in the summer, vibrant foliage in the fall, and glittering snow in winter complete with twinkling lights! You'll want to add this spot to your vacation to-do list.

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Dining in The Village

Dining in the Heart of Big Bear Lake

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At the heart of Big Bear Lake sits The Village, the Valley’s hub for shopping, dining,...

Dining in the Village

Take your tastebuds around the world! The Village at Big Bear Lake features restaurants serving up authentic dishes from Italian at Sweet Basil Bistro to Nepalese at Himalayan Restaurant, Thai at Royal Thai Bistro to Mexican, German to Hawaiian, and American at The Boneyard. Big Bear is home to chefs from around the world sharing their passion for their native cuisines.

Dining and nightlife in The Village knows no limit and there's something for everyone. Sip locally brewed beer at Big Bear Lake Brewing Co, groove to live music at Village Sports Bar, and sample local wines at Barrel 33. Stop into Amangela's for a freshly made sandwich and hot coffee, tuck into hearty pub grub at Nottingham's Tavern, then round off your meal with a frozen yoghurt at Beary Bliss.

Kid and family-oriented dining includes pizza parlors and burger joints. Couples can enjoy fine dining and everyone will love farm to table eats at Stella Luna. Ask about vegetarian and vegan menu options.

Shopping in The Village

In any season, walking The Village captivates with its alpine architecture, mountain decor, and array of unique shops. A stroll down Village Drive opens doors - literally - to mountain fashions, a breathtaking art gallery, sweet shops, must-haves for wine lovers, laughable gags and the famous Upstairs Mall. This second-story hole in the wall - next door to Leather Depot - is one discovery after the next of books, vinyl records, handmade goods, international gifts and quirky finds.

Turn down Pineknot Avenue to discover kitchen wares, artistic home goods, mountain inspired jewelry, souvenir shops - be sure to check out The Village Shops & Courtyard, and a store dedicated to healing crystals and earthly elements.

Things To Do in The Village

Enjoy a day in The Village at a variety of entertainment venues. Catch a movie at Village Theaters North. Spend time boosting your bowling average - or cringing at your gutter ball at The Bowling Barn. Put your mind to the test with friends and escape one of the puzzle rooms at Mountain Room Escapes. Take a walking tour with Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure or jump into your favorite Hollywood movie and pose with the stars at Hollywood Studios at Santa Land. Looking to something laid back and creative, make your own at the Mystic Moto candle bar!

Parking in The Village

The Village offers free parking from dawn until dusk at spaces in front of shops and Public Parking Lots. Public Lots are located on Bartlett Rd., Knickerbocker Rd, Pennsylvania Ave, and Cameron Dr behind the Oakside Restaurant. Electric vehicle charging stations are available at the Pennsylvania Public Lot and in front of the Tea & Coffee Exchange.

No overnight parking is permitted in any public lot in Big Bear. We advise that you leave your vehicle parked at your accommodations and use the Free Big Bear Trolley to explore during your visit.