Big Bear Lake’s Hottest Restaurant 🐻 | Waitlist Tips Inside!

After a long day in the snow, nothing hits the spot like a warm, hearty meal 😭 Oakside is a local favorite with over 2,000 Yelp reviews averaging 4+ stars. Everything was great – except the wait. But don’t worry, I’ve got tips below! ⬇️ 🫕 French Onion Soup – a must-order with epic cheese pull! Perfect for warming up. 🍟 Truffle Fries & Mushroom Pizza – both flavorful and satisfying. 🥩 Baby Back Ribs & Rib Eye – each comes with two sides of your choice. All delicious – seriously impressive for a mountain town! The Village here is full of holiday charm – Christmas trees, festive lights, and even holiday parades 🎄✨ ⏳ Waitlist Strategy: The restaurant has two floors: main dining (1st floor) and bar area (2nd floor). Both serve the same menu! We skipped the waitlist by grabbing seats upstairs – but note: the bar area is 21+ only. If you’re with kids, you’ll need to wait for the main dining area. A cozy, tasty spot to refuel after snow adventures – just plan ahead for seating! Oakside 📍 40701 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 #BigBearEats #Oakside #BigBearLake #SnowTripEats #MountainDining #LAFoodie #WinterGetaway #TravelFoodie