Big Bear Lake Brewing Company
Location
40827 Stone Rd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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What reviewers say
Big Bear Lake Brewing Company receives mixed reviews on food quality, service, atmosphere, and pricing.
Themes summarized from customer reviews (sample of 8)
Is the food at Big Bear Lake Brewing Company generally well-received?
Several reviews mention that the food is decent but has room for improvement. Positive comments highlight the tasty Chinese chicken salad, barbecue chicken pizza, and large pretzels with beer cheese. However, multiple customers reported issues such as soggy pickle fries, bland burgers, burnt chips, and slow food service. One reviewer noted that the chicken in a sandwich was tiny and that the pizza and pesto pasta were only “OK.”
Source: 6 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (mixed feedback with both praise and complaints)
- Food quality varies: some dishes praised, others criticized for texture and taste.
- Service delays noted for food delivery.
How is the service at Big Bear Lake Brewing Company?
Service is described as attentive and friendly by multiple reviewers, with specific mentions of good communication from servers like Nathan and Kelly, and a knowledgeable bartender named Anthony. However, one review criticized the wait time for seating and the lack of water refills, while another mentioned a long wait for food after it was prepared.
Source: 5 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium-high (recurring theme of attentive service with occasional lapses)
- Servers often praised for attentiveness and communication.
- Occasional delays in food service reported.
What do customers think about the atmosphere and outdoor seating?
The atmosphere is generally seen as relaxed and enjoyable, with a nice interior and an outdoor patio. However, one reviewer found the outdoor patio chairs uncomfortable and suggested they may encourage quicker turnover. Another mentioned the place was packed on a Saturday, indicating popularity.
Source: 3 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (positive overall but with a note on comfort)
- Outdoor patio noted for comfort issues.
- Interior seating described as pleasant.
Are the beer prices considered reasonable?
Opinions on pricing are divided. Some customers found the prices extremely reasonable and a good value, especially for the quality of the beers and the pretzels. Others felt the experience was overpriced for the limited menu and reported unusually high beer prices compared to other breweries, with one reviewer questioning possible pricing discrepancies.
Source: 4 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (conflicting views on cost versus value)
- Pricing seen as reasonable by some, overpriced by others.
- One review questioned the cost of beers relative to other locations.
Is the brewery dog-friendly?
Yes, multiple reviews confirm that the brewery is dog-friendly, with at least one customer specifically noting this as a positive aspect of their visit.
Source: 2 of 8 reviews • Confidence: high (explicit mention)
- Dog-friendly environment noted by guests.
Ratings
3.7
★★★★★3.7766 reviews
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- Plus Code
- 63VQ+2H Big Bear Lake, California
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Google Place ID
- ChIJ-Zj0KJSzxIAR8QYhfNJDX2o
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