Rosalva&#x27;s

By far the best food you can get in Lake Arrowhead. Heaping portions and great service…read more When I went, the waiter was responsive, hospitable and kind even despite being near closing. Very welcoming ambiance for sure. Definitely coming back.

Amazing food !! And excellent Service de David !! I…read morerecommend that when you visit Lake Arrowhead you visit El Pájaro Azul

Happy Taco Thursday!

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The food was delicious especially the chips and salsa.

Papagayos

3.1(923 reviews)

1.2 mi

Had a chance to dine in here when we were at lake arrowhead. There's not much to choose from…read morerestaurant wise so we decided to go mexican that time. We were seated straight away as soon as we got there as they weren't busy that day. The place looks it could use an update. Replace the carpet perhaps. Anyways, we ordered the beef quesadilla, shrimp fajita and the carne asada plate. The quesadilla and fajita were very good and portions were big. But the carne asada looks dry and a little bland to our taste. Service was quick, the servers were nice too.

Canned Mexican food! The food was beyond disappointing--bland, greasy, and somehow both overcooked…read moreand cold at the same time. The tacos were soggy, the rice tasted like it had been sitting out all day, and the beans had zero flavor. I've had better Mexican food from a gas station. Not one salsa was authentic or spicy. To top it off, the restaurant itself wasn't exactly clean. Sticky tables, dirty floors, and an overall vibe that made it hard to enjoy anything--even if the food had been decent. Save your money and go literally anywhere else in Big Bear. This was a complete waste of time, money, and appetite.

Carnitas Plate

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Lake Arrowhead

Hortencias At The Cliffhanger

3.7(1k reviews)

4.3 mi

The food is solid, but nothing memorable. Service is where things fall short--it's slow and not…read morevery attentive. After asking for items, you can expect a noticeable wait. On my last visit, I received my meal and then requested side tortillas. It took over five minutes to get them, and only after following up did we find out they'd been ready the entire time but never brought out. The staff is friendly, but there's a clear lack of urgency and coordination. The highlight here is the ambiance--the view is genuinely great and easily the best part of the experience. Overall, it's a nice spot, but the service needs serious improvement to match the setting.

Heard of Hortencia's a few times so finally was able to stop in for a Sunday brunch/lunch! It did…read morenot disappoint! The restaurant was still quite empty which was nice. The views all around were absolutely gorgeous!! We ordered an enchilada with chile relleno and a side of carne asada taco and also the steak fajita! The food came out super quick and piping hot! Everything tasted so fresh and amazing! The pricing was a deal considering it comes with a view! Definitely will make our way back again! How can you not!

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Churro dessert $9.99

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Cheers !

Spade And Spatula

4.4(451 reviews)

The food was phenomenal!! Everything there is sooo fresh and unique! You have to come and try the…read moreBlue Jay blue cheese burger and the strawberry sunflower salad. OH! Also the beignets- house made to perfection!! The service is impeccable, thank you to our wonderful waitress- Bindy;) we will definitely be coming back

Looking for a tasty brunch? C'mon in to Spade and Spatula! They have a wonderful Sunday brunch menu…read morewith all the traditional favorites, as well as some original offerings. Walking in yesterday, it was such a good-vibe, welcoming place. There was sunshine coming through the large windows and color all around. Our waitress was warm and welcoming as well as on top of our dining needs, even as it got busier. We 4, two of us being vegetarians, each found something delicious to enjoy. I got the BAT Omelette, which was generous with cheese, avocado, bacon, and as a delightful switch up, cherry and grape tomatoes. The presentation was a feast for the eyes, with its dainty and colorful flower petals on top. In fact, all dishes were beautifully presented. I ordered fruit instead of potatoes, which was enough to share. My mom found her bagel and lox delectable and a large enough portion to take 1/2 home. Friends found vegetarian enjoyment in the Goat omelette and the breakfast sammie. They were both well pleased with bellies full. All of us were happy brunchers ! As we dined, the place welcomed a steady stream of guests, both inside and out, which is furry best friend welcoming. So, on Sundays, come early. Great food, vibe, service....a perfect opportunity to break bread together when local or up the hill for a visit.

Open concept view of where the kitchen magic happens

Sammie minus the bacon (plated separately) and breakfast potatoes

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The Lakefront Taproom Bar and Kitchen

4.1(1.3k reviews)

1.2 mi

So this was the final stop today after visiting two previous restaurants at the lake arrowhead…read moreVillage. I tried to come out once a month with my dogs and get a beer and a small appetizer at each location and usually dinner at the last location. This place was the best by far we were greeted by this tall gentleman with the beard bald guy super cool dude. This waiter was amazing full of personality. Customer service skills was excellent. We ordered the California Dog tater tots with garlic Parm and a peanut butter and jelly burger that was to die for everything. Everything was amazing except for it being a little windy on the patio and a little chilly, but that was the least of our worries our dogs were comfortable. The food was amazing. The ambience was exceptional and the service was top-notch. Thank you sir for the amazing recommendations. We will be back for sure from your friends with the Doberman and German Shepherd dogs. Thank you lakefront

The best wedge salad I've ever had. The server said they make their own blue cheese dressing…read more Their wings were great too

Beers on tap

Blue cheese wedge salad

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Hot Toddy

Santiago's Taco Shop

3.9(237 reviews)

Build your own taco plate, burrito, or bowl from a wide variety of meat and toppings. On my first…read morevisit I had crunch asada tacos which were tender and delicious. Both the mild (red) and spicy (habanero) salsas have plenty of flavor and they're not shy with portions. The location is small, cozy, but very clean and obviously loved. I came early in the lunch hour so it was not too crowded. Service was prompt and friendly. I will be back with my family!

The taco pig plate was good enough, but at least 25% more expensive than two tacos, rice and beans…read moreshould be. And the drinks are ridiculously overpriced, so better to grab a bottle from Grocery Outlet or even Jensen's beforehand if you really must eat here, which I won't be doing again.

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Toni's Kitchen

4.0(908 reviews)

5.5 mi

We were cold outside and she brought us in the warm room, very accommodating especially with a…read moreparty of 9. Amazing food and drinks 10/10

Me and my wife are from out of town. She got birria tacos…read more I got the California burrito. Hands down top 5 I've ever eaten. Would recommend to anyone. Service was polite and kind

Enchilada

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Las margaritas deliciosas

UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge Dining Room

4.1(28 reviews)

2.1 mi

Had breakfast lunch and dinner here for a few days…read more The servers are really friendly and quick. They'll bring stuff to your table even if there's a buffet Ask them about veggie options because they'll have a dish for you Food wasn't spectacular but it was tasty

It's very hard to find any issues with eating here. It's very convenient if you are staying onsite…read moreand it's easy to get a table (even if you don't have reservations for dinner). Just show up before 7:45 pm (last call for seating). The food is very freshly made and is pretty good for a buffet. The kitchen staff will accommodate you if you have any dietary restrictions. Beverages and desserts are included in the price. And the staff is very attentive and friendly. It's so nice to have a low stress dining option onsite. Plus, there is a bar and tavern in the back if you want something smaller. Tip for dinner: save room for dessert. It's a small selection, but hits the spot for post dinner treat. Tip for breakfast: don't wait until the end of the dining time to get what you want from the buffet, the staff starts clearing the buffet items about 15-20 minutes before last seating and they won't refill some items.

The bar in the back

Carrot dill soup

UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge Dining Room - Bar

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Bar

Dogwood Tavern

3.7(132 reviews)

I own a place up here, and I spend at least one weekend every few weeks in Lake Arrowhead, and I've…read morebeen to Dogwood a couple of times. For the mountain, it's solid, the bartenders are friendly, the drinks are good, and the food is decent. That said, my main concern is with the atmosphere. It's... fine. And that's exactly the problem. As most of us know, there's a serious lack of entertainment options up here, especially for people under 60. Despite the older demographic, there's still a sizable group of younger, creative, and social folks looking for something to do. Sure, you could be satisfied with a '70s rock cover band for the 100th time in the village, but if not, then Dogwood has the potential to be the go-to spot if it just puts in a bit more effort. The last event listed on your website was in 2019. The last Instagram post was over two months ago, and the one before that was for New Year's Eve. With that kind of minimal effort in promoting and programming, it's no surprise the vibe is lacking. If Dogwood committed even 50% effort to curating consistent experiences and letting people know about them, I believe it could be one of the best spots on the mountain. Come on guys, my 94-year-old grandmother could do a better marketing job than you, and she barely knows how to use the internet. If you do better, you will be better!

The staff especially Mike is amazingly nice and tentative to our large group!! Really appreciate…read morethe food as well - got the dogwood burger. It was delicious and the fries were good as well! Would recommend for a nice night with friends!!

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Cedar Glen Inn

4.3(330 reviews)

1.4 mi

My friends and I had such an amazing experience! From the moment we walked in, we felt so welcomed…read moreand taken care of. Our waiter Cameron was absolutely the best. Super friendly, attentive, and made the whole breakfast even more enjoyable. He really went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. The food was incredibly fresh, delicious, and came out quickly. You can really taste the quality in every bite. Everything we ordered was amazing, we came TWICE during our 2 day trip. Great service, great atmosphere, and great food. We will definitely be coming back. If you get Cameron as your waiter, you're in great hands!

Check this place out if you are in the area!!…read more We arrived in the area a few hours before this business closed for the day and we were hungry. We figured a nice deli would be a good spot for lunch. At first, we weren't sure if the business was already closed for the day because all of the tables outside were already put away and the windows looked dark. We walked in and it was almost full. There are many typical options from the deli shop such as sandwiches, salads, soups, half and half combos, etc. There were also specials on the wall such as spaghetti. Steven ordered the BLT with Mac salad (the bacon looked nice and crispy, which is perfect) and I had the half soup and half sandwich. I ordered split pea soup which ended up being full of flavor and delicious. You only get three sandwich options of you do the half and half. (I forgot what the other two were) But I had the cold turkey. I didn't expect much from a cold turkey sandwich but I was impressed. It tasted fresh and delicious. The staff was great. They are all constantly helping each other and the gentleman who was helping serve had me chuckling numerous times with silly jokes or comments. I would definitely come back here if I'm back in the area.