Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Go-To Spot for Homestyle Meals in Big Bear Lake
Established in 1944, The Teddy Bear Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Big Bear Lake's dining scene for over six decades. Our commitment to homestyle cooking and scratch-made meals has been passed down through three generations of owners, beginning with Eddie and Wilma Wingard and continuing under the Schweitzer family since 1973. We take pride in preserving original recipes for our famous pies, soups, and bread while maintaining the historic integrity of our 1940s-era building.Our cash-only operation with on-site ATM reflects our dedication to traditional service values, and our first-come-first-served policy ensures equal access to our quality meals. The restaurant's enduring success - achieved by just 4.4% of businesses reaching 50+ years - stems from our focus on authentic food, customer collaboration in menu development, and the personal touch of family-run operations.
Services
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Take Out
Homemade Pies
Chicken Pot Pies
Custom Meals
Details
- Year established: 1944
Highlights and features
- We've served homestyle meals since 1944 with original recipes
- Our pies have been made from scratch since 1971
- Three generations of family ownership ensure consistent quality
- We offer cash-only convenience with on-site ATM access
- Customer-inspired menu items reflect community preferences
What people say
Famous homemade pies
Historic atmosphere
Consistent quality
Family recipes
Friendly service
Services
Homemade Pies
Our scratch-made pies use family recipes perfected since 1971. Each pie is baked fresh daily using traditional methods passed down through three generations. Customers travel specifically for our signature flavors, which include both classic and seasonal varieties.
Chicken Pot Pies
Daily-baked chicken pot pies feature homemade crusts and rich fillings made from our original Teddy Bear recipes. This modern addition maintains our commitment to quality while expanding our traditional homestyle offerings.
Breakfast
We serve hearty breakfast options from early morning until midday. Our menu includes classic dishes prepared using time-tested methods, complemented by fresh-baked breads and desserts available throughout the day.
Take Out
Enjoy our homestyle meals at home through our take-out service. We maintain the same quality standards for to-go orders as our dine-in experience, with all items prepared fresh to order.
Custom Meals
We accommodate special meal requests when ingredients are available. Customer-created favorites often become permanent menu additions, reflecting our community-driven approach to menu development.
Questions
What makes your pies special?
Our pies use family recipes perfected since 1971, with all ingredients prepared fresh daily on-site.
Do you accept credit cards?
We operate as a cash-only establishment but provide on-site ATM access for customer convenience.
Can I order custom meals?
We accommodate special requests when ingredients are available, and popular creations often become menu additions.
Are reservations available?
We maintain a first-come-first-served policy to ensure equal access to our dining experience.
How long have you been in business?
We've served Big Bear Lake since 1944, making us one of the area's longest-operating restaurants.
Do you offer catering services?
Our current operations focus on dine-in and take-out services rather than off-site catering.
