Those following my Yelp reviews are reading this following my review for Big Bear Lake where I…read moremention my connection to bears (my name meaning "Little Bear"), to Big Bear city and my obsession with Jackie and Shadow: the bald eagle King and Queen holding court from 165-foot Jeffrey Pine tree overlooking the lake. I also mention the benefits to Angelinos to escape our smog-ridden city and escape to fresh air and a slow pace for hiking, boating, skiing or even relaxing in a cabin. But Big Bear also offers something we are all familiar with: wining, dining and shopping! When you've spent the day experiencing Big Bear's natural wonders; you can cap the day off in Big Bear Village. Big Bear Village is the charming tourist hub quarters of Big Bear where you will find the Big Bear Welcome Center, gift shops ranging from toys, crystals, beef jerky, leather and everything in between; bars and restaurants and even public restrooms. The village features all levels of dining from casual neighborhood eateries to elegant romance perfect for dates and holidays and is the ideal place to purchase Big Bear tourist merch and trinkets. Big Bear Village is perfectly walkable and offers a free public parking lot and street parking but beware that even in 'off-season' - it is busy as a bee hive! For those SoCal residents familiar with Solvang (near Santa Barbara) and Old Temecula; Big Bear Village is a similar esthetic. If you are a fan of bears, then Big Bear Village is your playground as it is filled with bear statues curbside on every corner, each and every shop seems to brand itself with a punny name referring to bears and there is bear imagery everywhere! Even though not in Big Bear Village; my favorite bear in the city is a bear statue dressed as a marshal at the Big Bear Superior Court. I am sure this is very intimating to the bear criminals! Big Bear Village is bear-y adorable and the ideal area for tourists to dine and shop. Note: Big Bear Village is not where you will find stores like Dollar Tree, Marshalls, Starbucks, Verizon, Vons etc; as these are in a different area at the east shore of the lake. I don't know if this is just towards tourists or simply the Big Bear way of life but everyone is so kind in Big Bear with amazing customer service! Employees are endlessly complimentary, friendly and guarantee a pleasant experience. We even met the kindest waitress, Janet, at nearby Benny's diner who told us her life story and is probably our friend forever now. This is certainly NOT Los Angeles! Big Bear Village is the tourist shopping/dining hub that will sure to be(ar) a delight to all tourists and is a must-see when in Big Bear. Be sure to take a photo with one of the bear statues: it is basically mandatory!

Big Bear Village is the charming and bustling center of Big Bear Lake, offering a mix of shops,…read morerestaurants, and entertainment, all within a few blocks. For dog owners, this area is a must-visit, not just for its convenience, but for its welcoming attitude towards four-legged visitors. Many of the local businesses in Big Bear Village offer water bowls, treats, and even special pet merchandise, ensuring that your dog feels just as welcome as you do. Parking in Big Bear Village is plentiful, with free parking lots scattered around the area and street parking available along the main roads. During peak seasons or weekends, parking can fill up quickly, so it's advisable to arrive early if you plan to spend the day exploring. The village is very walkable, so once you've parked, you can easily navigate the area on foot with your dog. Most of the restaurant options in Big Bear are in this area (many with dog friendlypatios), so if you don't plan to cook during your visit keep this area in mind when selecting your lodging. Have fun and enjoy The Village!

Had some time before the movie started so I walked in & it has some cute essential items! Quality…read moresweatshirts, hats, slippers that are very plush, cool handbags, fun trinkets and kids animal hats. You get the feeling that they're eyeballing you & all I was doing was browsing and snapping pictures for my review. I didn't buy anything, although the prices were reasonable considering the location. Reading other reviews a lot of other customers were uncomfortable as well. It seems like there are too many stores in Big Bear that obviously have that as an ongoing situation. It's too bad there's so much theft going on or so much distrust. Not sure which but I hope they resolve it. Although I was greeted with a hello, how are you?

TLDR: Store tried to charge higher price than what their price tag stated and when asked, they…read moredeclined to honor their own pricing. The item (gloves) was tagged with one price. When I went to pay, they attempted to charge more than the displayed price. When I inquired, the initial employee was going to honor the price tag. A reasonable thing to do. After seeking the manager for approval, she declined to honor the tagged price. She said the other gloves were marked with the higher price, essentially acknowledging the error in their tagging of their merchandise. Considering I don't work there and didn't price tag their merchandise, it was really confusing why that was relevant. Also, this all begs the question of how many times they do this to their patrons? Is it company policy to price an item one thing and overcharge by 33% and hope no one notices? Just honor the price tag. Not difficult. You did it, not me. I'm a paying customer, who is in town regularly enough. I hope the $5 was worth it. You clearly needed it more than me. Bums.

I absolutely love Cabin Fever! I make it a point to come to this shoppe as it has a lot of cabin,…read moreforest, woods, bear, moose, country and rustic themed decor. Every time I visit, I find something to take home with me. I have gotten signs, figurines, coasters, drawer knobs, statues and a host of other cute and adorable items. There is literally something for every room of the house whether it be the kitchen, living room, bedroom, bath room, dining room, den or outdoor space. Feel free to leisurely browse around this kitschy corner store. This little mom and pop specializes in great accents and table top decor, and you will not find too many large furniture like items. The owner knows all of their merchandise, where it's located and if you are looking for something in particular, she is a happy to help.

Very friendly and helpful service! So many cute decor options to choose from. Definitely the place…read moreto go if you are looking for bear or mountain themed goodies.

I can't help but pop in here every time I pass this place. They always have the cutest little…read moreKnick-knacks & finds. I've been coming here as long as I can remember and it truly never gets old!

What a hidden gem! Don't pass without reading, you might miss this place!! It is located on the…read moremain street, Village Drive but tucked away in between other stores. Look for the Bear with the sign!! You walk upstairs and prepared to be WOW'd! There is so much to see, plan to spend some time upstairs. Each little corner is a different shop with different items for sale. Even sports items! great for gifts or souvenirs! We loved some of the metal signs! Everything seems strategically placed and posed in a way that makes you want to buy it all! There is plenty of cameras watching, because there is one cashier. The items must be tracked somehow, as you can sometimes tell if you are venturing into a different vendor, but it looks like one store with a variety of stuff for sale, rather than 20+ different vendors. Perfect for someone who rents out a portion to sell their hand-made or custom gifts. We all ventured off and spent our own time looking at the different vendors' items. Items are decently priced and would definitely go back and spend more time looking around, we were heading out to dinner so browsed quickly.

My son ordered a bear frame for his girlfriend's 16th birthday and he found the right one on Big…read moreBear Discount's website - ordered - shipped - received - oops, wrong one. I let them know and this is where they earned 5 stars from me - they shipped the right one the next day and it got to us in time for the birthday party! I offered to send the original one back and they told me not to worry about it. Stellar customer service. In today's world it's a rare thing indeed. My gratitude and respect goes out to them.

Really cool little shop. I was looking for a t shirt and was amazed at the selection they had on…read moretheir t shirt wall. It's a really cool design that the shirts are in a cabinet behind the display which makes it easy to navigate. I didn't spend too much time in the store but they had plenty of other souvenirs for just about anything. I'm knocking one star off the rating because they didn't have much apparel above XL for my buddy who is a 2X. Other than that I'd shop here again.

Loved, loved, loved this shop!! The owner was great and fun to visit with. I love to support local…read morebusinesses and being a tourist is always an excuse to purchase new things. I got a soft fuchsia pink sweat shirt with Big Bear on it that I love! And black T-shirt with great logo. Plus four big bear mugs wonderful quality on everything! Get all gifts here for sure!!

Only thing that differentiated this from any other gift shop was the knife selection. When you pay…read morewith card they ask for a tip. A tip for them to do nothing but take your payment. INSANE. And there is no option for "no tip" just the 15,18, 20% and "custom tip". Tips are for service industries not retail fncking stores...

What a perfectly perfect little store in the village. When you first walk in, you're overwhelmed…read morewith just a sense of comfort and serenity. I didn't see any of her wonderful candles burning so whatever her trick is, I'm impressed! So many beautifully selected home goods pieces from pillows to frames, wonderful jams, books, paintings, candleholders, mugs, plates, lotions, a cornucopia of candles! I walked out with a Voluspa because those are my absolute favorite candles. You can tell she takes a lot of pride in her store and it really shows. Had a smile on my face when I came in and a smile on my face when I left. Thank you for what you do!

It's a place that has just about everything!! Candles , soaps, decor , and etc. It smells nice…read moreinside while you shop. You can find a rare gift for someone that has everything.

Thankfully I live a couple hours away because my wallet would take a beating!…read more The toy selection is unique and well curated. I wanted to buy so much stuff for my friends' kids and I but instead opted for just a few items. I purchased a LCR game kit, two toy planes, a sticker booklet and some NBA trading cards. The sticker book was a hit! It kept the kids occupied for a while. I paid about $40 which was not bad. They accept cash or card. The owner was friendly and thorough. She logs all items purchased manually which was impressive. We had a great experience and I highly recommend paying a visit when in the area!

Really amazing store with wonderful owner, 41 years in this business! If you love teddy bears,…read moretoys and plush of all kinds, please go here! She's got miniatures and educational toys and fun stuff for kids of all ages. My sock monkeys got a new dining room set today!

This store is pretty big compared to other gift shops within Big Bear Village. My kids and I love…read moreit because they have claw machines inside. Tokens were $1 each for the games. We didn't win anything because the claws were weak. It was impossible to win a prize. Even though we were out of luck, it was still entertaining for us. The store had lots of merchandise for purchases such as t-shirts, toys, shot glasses, mugs, and much more. I had bought a cute magnet for my fridge to remember our Big Bear trip. Good store to shop at and we will return on our next visit.

It's quite large. Typical souvenir stuff. It was clean,…read morebright and the employees offered to find whatever we might be looking for. Overall, we found more interesting and/or cuter, better quality items in the other smaller stores across the street. Prices were uniform throughout the Village.

I remember checking out Mystic Moto for the first time two summers ago when it was located inside…read moreof a house further down the street. This new location is located right in the heart of the village and looks absolutely fantastic! When you first walk into the store, you are greeted by a "make your own candle" bar as well as two rooms full of cool merchandise. They sell t-shirts, bags, sweatshirts, and various other things all branded with the Mystic Moto name. On top of that stuff, they even have a bike in the bake as well as some neatly decorated walls to stare at if you are waiting for someone else to finish making some candles. Overall, Mystic Moto is a fantastic little shop and a must visit if you find yourself in Big Bear Lake. This store has cool stuff, a great look, and asuper friendly staff.

What a great little shop and cool candle making experience…read more My kids did the $60 2-candle special and had a really great time. The woman running the candle making experience was very kind and helpful. The shop itself is super cool, warm and inviting. Highly recommend.