Tamara's favorite... the fabulous Sweet Basil Mojito
Sweet Basil has been our favorite food experience here in the Village since opening night and we continue to enjoy the passion and expertise Sally has brought to the Big Bear Lake marketplace!
Now rated the number 1 restaurant in the Big Bear Valley, Sweet Basil is the must eat there for your next visit to the Village.
Family owned and operated by Chef Sally Hill, Sweet Basil Bistro has a varied and delectable menu for Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch. Wine list and cocktails always.
40629 Big Bear Blvd. Big Bear Lake, CA 909-866-9212
Guest Chef Paul Ortuno from the Iron Squirrel Demonstrates Technique at the Copper Q
Road conditions affecting travel and closures of mountain area roads are more frequent than we like to admit. It’s a fact that all of the 
East is Least! Getting to Big Bear Lake offers plenty of options. All 3 have unique landscape and views. From the IE the 330 through Running Springs is the traditional route but certainly not the most comfortable. You can get to Big Bear Lake in about an hour from almost anywhere in the IE. From LA, just stay on the 210 until it meets the 10 or from San Diego, the 215 until it meets the 10. On the 10 head East to Redlands then take either Orange or University North to Lugonia. Lugonia is 
More great Shopping at The Cowboy Fancy on Village Dr. in the Village, Big Bear Lake, CA.
Just over ten years it took, from conception and a generous private donation of land and money, to complete Boulder Bay Park in the City of Big Bear Lake, CA. 
Early plans for a walk in ramp for launching kayaks was abandoned on complaints from local marinas and lake management that this new permanent launch ramp would somehow pose a 
