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Sweet Basil Bistro, Big Bear Lake, CA

Sweet Basil Bistro

4.8
4.8
356 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Sweet Basil Bistro is Big Bear's original Italian Bistro, family owned and operated for more than 17 years. Located within walking distance of Big Bear's downtown Village, Sweet Basil Bistro offers lunch, dinner, wine, craft cocktails and more, in an intimate atmosphere. Join us for a date night or family celebration, or just treat yourself.

Our menu includes pastas with homemade sauces, salads, steaks, seafood dishes, appetizers, homemade desserts and so much more. All of our meals and sauces are prepared in house.

Online ordering for pickup and takeout are available at SweetBasilBistro.net

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Bistro, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch and Dinner Menus Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Menu Wed–Fri 3:30 pm–8:30 pm Sat, Sun 2:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (909) 866-9212
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Alison Faust
  • Neighbourhood
    Big Bear Lake
  • Cross Street
    Below the Bowling Barn. Big Bear Blvd between Lynn Road & Bonanza Trail
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Big Bear has a free Trolley! Check their website for times and availbility! https://www.mountaintransit.org/routes-schedule/
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 356 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Inland Empire

    Healthy

  • Inland Empire

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sweet Basil Bistro offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "friendly, attentive service." Guests praise its cozy ambiance and variety of dishes, from Italian classics to gluten-free options. Although some mention slow service during busy times, the restaurant consistently impresses with "outstanding" meals and a warm atmosphere. Reservations recommended.

356 Reviews
  1. Dawn

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once a year we come up to big bear for my daughters birthday and she always wants to eat here. The food here is always amazing and the staff is always so friendly. Would definitely recommend to anyone that love Italian food.

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  2. wes

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service was very good! I would highly recommend going here but make sure you book a table, the restaurant is small so it fills up fast.

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  3. Bonnie

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is consistently delicious. I always make sure I get a Sweet Basil fix when we are up the mountain!

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  4. Joseph

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a great evening. Food and service terrific at a good value.

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  5. Elliot

    Mexico City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Really good! I really like the food and the wine too!

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  6. Cheryl

    VIP

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great meal . The food was delicious. Service was good with lots of people involved, everyone was helping out. This is a very small rrstaurant and every table was booked so it can get loud but its a restament to how good the good is that its so busy. We had a great experience.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service. The owner Ally is a top chef!!

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  8. Olga

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was really great, we had artichoke and garlic fritters, lasagna and kids pizza. Everything tasted great, their tomatoe sauce is soooo good! Great service and good selection of wine

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  9. Mark

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful ambiance, friendly and attentive staff. Drinks are creative and excellent wine list. We had the Filet with Gorgonzola and mashed potatoes - great flavor and cooked perfectly. Hubby had the salmon and pasta- also great flavors. Can’t wait o go back

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  10. Yuyu

    Southern Taiwan

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 23, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    I visited this place for good food but Spaghetti was overly power with garlic with broken Frozen tiny clam pieces. Penn does not taste like a real durum wheat no good taste. Only the appetizer are good , artichoke and jumbo shrimp and soup was delicious. I would recommend get some appetizers with a bottle of good wine would worth more the money .

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FAQs

Sweet Basil Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (909) 866-9212.

Sweet Basil Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 356 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sweet Basil Bistro

40629 Big Bear Lake Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Below the Bowling Barn. Big Bear Blvd between Lynn Road & Bonanza Trail
  • Neighbourhood
    Big Bear Lake
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch and Dinner Menus Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Menu Wed–Fri 3:30 pm–8:30 pm Sat, Sun 2:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Bistro, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Big Bear has a free Trolley! Check their website for times and availbility! https://www.mountaintransit.org/routes-schedule/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alison Faust
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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