i will be back every single time i am in big bear! me and my friend went bar hopping in the village and landed on murrays. the food was actually yummy and more affordable than any of the other places in the village. our burger was big enough to share between 2 of us for $15 and cocktail was $8.5! at that point why even go anywhere else lol like the past reviews tables are pretty hard to find after karaoke starts, we waited maybe 30 minutes before we snagged some spots on the bar and got to order food before kitchen closed. staff is super attentive and will check up on everyone despite the packed chaos karaoke wait time!!! super important if this is your target!!!! we put our names down at 7pm, got called at 8:30! this is on a saturday night of a 3 day weekend so maybe its usually a shorter wait. earlier on people were singing more classics that everyone knows, later on as audience changed there were more younger people who knew a wider range of songs. crossed this off my bucket list, cant wait to be back :D read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - cheeseburger with onion rings and fries mixed tequila sunrise cocktail - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Went here for dinner one night as it came highly recommended for great pub food. I had the ribeye steak and my friend had the salmon. They were good but I wouldn't say great. Wait staff was nice and helpful and plenty of parking. Walking distance to the main strip in Big Bear Lake. We got there right before 8pm and they stopped serving food shortly after 8pm. Lots of fun bar activity and karaoke going on. We probably won't go back for dinner but may return for drinks some time. read more

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Rude staff bar. Rude karoke staff. Rude doormen. Not friendly to tourists or city people. Clearly, almost everyone there that night was the clique-ey" same bar flys that are locals and act like they run the place. If you dont live in the area and dont know the customers or staff personally-Just avoid!!! Felt more like a house party you shouldnt have went to than an establishment. Insecure females and territorial men were their main customers on a thursday night aroun 8 to 9. The other bars in walking distance were soooo much kinder and welcoming. Good beer selection. Didnt try the food. But highly doubt it would be worth the awful vibe. It was almost kind of sad. How angry these people were and how they needed to be mean to us to make themselves feel better. Lets just say as soon as we walked up to the door. The guys standing up front were rude. Trying to order a drink, they were being rude. Asking about karoke- rude. As we were leaving, again some customers or doorman or whatever at the door had rude comments. The vibes were so 1850s wild wild west bar fight vibes. Lame. read more

Quaint little bar/restaurant in Big Bear. Sweet workers and quick service. I got the fish and chips and would recommend them for sure. My husband got a burger that was juicy and tasty. They had karaoke on Saturday when we went. Cute little place and worth a visit. read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

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I love this place. The vibe, the staff, the food. Its a little gem. It's a must go, everytime I come to town. The burger is my go too. Its cooked on a grill, always fresh and juicy, fresh toppings, and generous portions. I highly recommend this place. read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Cheeseburger w/onion rings - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

It's like a bar that you see in a movie! Went in on a weekday lunch time and there were people inside with kids Apparently..... they accept kids during the day which is nice. There are bar seats and tables ... and even a spot to do karaoke.... The service was pretty good. We got checked on multiple times ..... We had their burger - one with blue cheese With onion rings And fish and chips. Both were not bad.... The only thing that was off was the taste of the diet pepsi.... seemed a little off. It's a nice place to eat at... But best to go on a non rush hour ... Theres some street parking but would def be a problem when its peak time read more

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Went back again and it was even better! Food rocks the house, especially the ribeye dinner.Burgers are bombastic! Food is cooked to order so be patient as you wait for the food to be prepared. Have a $4 mystery beer while you wait. read more

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This review is long overdue, but years ago, my husband and I stopped here to eat. I'll admit, I was a bit intimidated to enter. I felt like we'd feel out of place and unwelcome. I was completely wrong! The hostess was very kind. The place is a bit loud, but fun. I ordered the cheeseburger and it was the best burger I've ever eaten. I still bring up how good this burger was to my friends and family. I've eaten at many restaurants over the years including a few Michelin star restaurants, and I still say that the best thing I've ever eaten was their cheeseburger. It was just so juicy and flavorful. The patty itself looked a bit messy, but it was delicious! I can't wait to eat here again. Just a side note, my husband doesn't remember what he ate here, and neither can I. All I remember is the burger. read more

The nachos with ground beef was surprisingly good! Could feed 3-4 people as an appetizer for only $15. Ribeye steak was also solid for the price. read more

The food is always good here. I can never say anything bad about the food. The mozzarella sticks are giant and he can't beat 16 ounce prime rib for $27. That's the cheapest prime rib you can get on the mountain. The servers are always great and the ambience is like a little saloon. I love going here. This is definitely a local spot most nights they have karaoke. read more

The ambiance is very nice it's a lot of bigger locals including myself. The food was amazing and I'm still eating some of it the next day I can't recommend enough items from the menu because they're all great especially the onion rings. I don't drink but my girlfriend had some really nice drinks. It's rare to find a place in Big Bear with a great deal and good food that's not gouging tourists. read more

Kevin was the goat, really knows what he's doing. The ambience was beautiful as everyone was singing and very cheerful. The food was really good as well. I'm very grateful for Kevin, what a beautiful soul and good bartender. Everyone was so attentive. read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Murray's Saloon & Eatery in Big Bear serves a varied menu of from-scratch American comfort food. While it has a dive-bar atmosphere, it is highly regarded for its large portions and high-quality pub fare. Popular items include chicken nachos (often cited as the best in town), jalapeño poppers, hand-battered mozzarella sticks, and fried zucchini. For a full meal, they serve ribeye steak, wild salmon, and traditional hot dogs with optional chili. Because Murray's is a popular spot for karaoke in Big Bear, it can get very crowded on Friday and Saturday nights. If you want to ensure you get a turn to sing, consider arriving earlier in the evening or visiting during the week. read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Fried mozzarella sticks. - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

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We had a great time at Murray's! When in Big Bear, it's a must try! It's the Local bar close to the village. Kevin was the best, very friendly and gave us good info on upcoming events in Big Bear. Great crowd and good music. They have delicious hamburgers, fries and onion rings! The burgers were char-grilled to perfection! Lots of other good choices on the Menu. Give them a visit, you won't be disappointed! read more

Honestly - well done!!!!!! This place gets PACKED. We arrived around 645 and brought two high top tables together for our group. Ordered some appetizers and they were HUGE portions and delicious! Don't get me wrong this is bar food but WAY TO GO chefs. Exactly the best bar food for vegetarians and meat lovers. We got cheese sticks, zucchini wedges and cheese quesadillas for the table and had so much leftovers! Everyone loved their main dishes including the fish and chips. Then had such a blast doing kareoke with the whole bar. Such a fun evening celebrating our friends birthday!!! read more

My sister raved about this spot in Big Bear, so we had to try it -- and it didn't disappoint! It's a cute local dive bar with a super down-to-earth vibe. Great service. There's karaoke too. The food was delicious, portions were huge, and prices were super reasonable. Everything was so good we came back the next day for lunch again! I still think about this spot every once in a while -- such a gem. read more

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Not happy with the service. The two girls behind the bar lack people skills. I have no clue why Mike would allow them to speak to anyone let alone his customers. He can't be that desperate. read more

For late nights: highly recommend Murray's over whiskey Dave's. Bouncer here is respectful and actually cares for peoples safety. Honorary Uncle right there! read more

10/10!!!! Amanda & Shantelle are amazing! Fully packed house & these girls are rockin' it! The fish tacos are OUT OF THIS WORLD, as well as the Zucchini. We will definitely be back! HIGHLY recommend. read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Baja Fish Tacos & Deep Fried Zucchini - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Came in here after a long day of snowboarding and was greeted by Antonio. His service was above and beyond. Always had a great beer and hot food. You guys know how much I hate lukewarm food if you follow me. He delivered and satisfied the hungry palate. We went with the wings and the jalapeño poppers. I may add a tequila and beer. If you're ever in town for a good snowboarding trip ask for Antonio! Beer up for an awesome run! Thanks Antonio! read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Jalapeño Poppers - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

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I am not sure why I never reviewed this place before. It's one of the best option in Big Bear if you are into a very friendly "divey" atmosphere saloon serving excellent bar food, offering a great on tap selection and heavy pours shots! The staff is super friendly and fun. The food comes in very large portions. Everything is cooked to order (you will wait a bit to get your dish) from fresh ingredients. A burger will feed two 10 years old kids easily. I personally love their jalapeno poppers. I don't know how they prepare them but those are the best I ever had. The sliders (more like the size of a regular fast-food burger) are delish and a huge plus for the club sandwich. The steaks are incredible, perfectly seasoned and melting in your mouth. They also host crazy karaoke night, packed with friendly locals and a raging ambiance! Highly recommended. PS: To all reviewers complaining about slow service: they Can't go faster than the kitchen. There is a warning sign on the left side of the bar that service can be slow! read more

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Nachos are big and good. Ask for fresh jalapeños. There was karaoke when went. You should come here read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Nachos are good and big - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

A fun place with great food and humongous portions! My Russel burger was incredible and so big I had to take half of it home and the onion rings were tasty and plentiful! We will definitely be back when we are in the area again. read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - BIG burger - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Went with friends to view the Big Bear Eagle's nest. Spectacular by the way. Stop here for what my friend said was great food. I got the Battered Shrimp basket with Frionons. Others order the pastrami sandwich, which was excellent & very lean. Another order was the fish and salad. Sparkle took her order and she had a great sense of humor. I love eating in town favorites, and this bar was very quaint. During summer, they have a large patio in the back and karaoke four days a week. read more

This place is a dive bar, and has all the energy and loud music to go along with it. Some people comment on the slow service but we didn't have any issues. There were two ladies on the floor who were handling the bar, taking orders, delivering orders, and bussing tables. I was actually quite impressed with their efficiency. Food was decent for the price. We ordered the fried mushrooms and pastrami sandwich with onion rings; that was plenty to feed two people. Definitely tasted straight out the fryer, and not too salty surprisingly. Both fried items were accompanied by complimentary sauces as well. Overall, decent American fare. Dog friendly inside and out. Of note: credit card usage adds a 4% fee to your bill. There is an ATM inside the restaurant. read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Pastrami sandwich with onion rings. Fried mushrooms in the back. - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Pretty good services, everyone was very friendly and helpful. Drinks were good and good bar food. Good for watching the game and hanging out. Not great for kids, lots of bar chairs, and some table, but this would not be my first choice for kids. Dragon egg approves. read more

We love it here. We come Saturday nights when we are in bigbear. Last night we came after 8 ajd they had stopped serving food. We came back today Sunday at 5:30 ajd the place was packed. Their ribeye is fantastic every time so is their wings with buffalo sauce. My daughter loves their chicken strips. If you are in bigbear, you got to give them a try. read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Ribeye steak - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Food was some of the best food I had the whole weekend in big bear Huge servings Friendly staff read more

I love this place. If you're in to dive bars, it's a don't miss. If I have any criticism, the beer and glasses NEED to be better chilled. The food is really good, and the portions are well sized. read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Wings - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

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Great dive bar! Karaoke and food. It's the best hole in the wall in town, we went last night and came back for more tonight!

I randomly dropped in on a Saturday right when they opened. I wasn't expecting much but I was presently surprised at how good the food was even though it's divy. I ordered the wings and let me tell you, these were probably some of the best wings I've ever had. Dressed with buffalo sauce but they were still crispy! The bartenders were also great! Stop by if you are in the area! read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

We just stopped in for a couple of bloody Mary's and a snack and found ourselves in a lovely small town environment, nestled in the tourist ridden big Bear Lake village area. The laid-back atmosphere was great and the servers were excellent! Can't wait to return for my next round!! read more

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Over the years I've had friends refer me to this classic dive bar but Friday was my first time. The food was off the chain good with large portions that were so good. It was so good I went back the following day. Amanda and sparkles were an absolute blast to spend the afternoon with. Such a great little place to spend time in. Every time I go back to Big Bear I will definitely go back in to see the great people. Great bar. read more

Folks, please and please read my review. I took my family out to big bear just for ordinary Sunday fam outing. It was around 3pm, the this bar looked very local and reminded old pub back in my hometown. I went in by myself to kindly ask if it is okay to dine with a service dog and my 27 months old baby. Waitress told us it is okay and we were happy to spend our time in this pub. After paying my bill and when we were about to leave, there was a hispanic family spending their fun family day next to us. He kindly came over and asked if it is okay to pet my dog. I said yes and it was all good. Suddenly, the owner yelled at us and we cannot let people to pet dog. He was saying f word, called my wife a b word and also confronted with the hispanic family. He asked them to get the f out. People were telling this owner to calm down and told him there is a baby. He said he does not give a f. Both families got kicked out. He was shouting he can do whatever he wants because he is the owner. I was very shocked to watch my wife being called b word, yelling f ward in front of my baby and yelling at the other family. I rarely write reviews. I just dont want other people and visitors to experience what we experienced. read more

10/10 service and food!! Everything was great we walked in late with a big group and they were very accommodating! We always come here and always will! read more

Bad drinks, bad service, rude employees. Never again would I come here. The boy in the picture must have something up his arse because his attitude was so bad. I asked for two margaritas and then after I asked if he had a tajin rim. He said "you should've asked for that before I made you the drinks" in which I replied with "welll im ordering a third drink". After he charged me out I put my hand out to get the change and he put it on the table instead. There was an old man with white hair too Que tambien tenía actitud but i let it slide because hes old and he probably won't spend much time here on Earth. 01/14/26 read more

Murray's Saloon & Eatery - Bad service, rude employees, bad drinks. Never again will I come to this place. The employee in this picture was especially rude. - Karaoke Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

I agree with the other reviewer. This place has no smiles, no joy, service with a frown and they expect a 20% tip for no water, and a fish slammed on your table as if feeding a rabid dog. O understand now why this place has a terrible review. It should be health inspected its too dark to see a cockroach or your food. Shame on this deplorable place. read more

Oh YEAH!!! Our favorite place in Big Bear. The food is EXCELLENT. Even though the place is usually super crowded on Friday- Sunday, the servers/bartenders somehow manage to be attentive. The karaoke is a big part of this bar. I actually preferred the old karaoke host..cowboy Russ, but the new girl has gotten better since last time we were there, so that's good...and honestly...that's just being picky. The place is a blast. So much fun with people singing, and eating and drinking. Lots of regulars there. We see a core of all the same locals every time we visit. We love this bar. read more

I used to really like this place. It was my "go to" restaurant/bar in Big Bear. Cowboy Russ really set the mood during Karaoke. The food is consistently good with large portions. What's changed you ask? The servers and bartenders are not what they used to have. The owner seems to just sit on his ass at the end of the bar and seems more interested in chatting with the servers than making sure his customers are being taken care of. He rarely seems to lift a finger even when the bar is slammed. Here's a tip. Walk around, greet customers, clear a dirty plate, ask customers if you can get them anything else AND NEVER EVER drink at your bar! Cowboy Russ left or was let go so they hire another "Cowboy Russ Look-a-like" that is half as good. Will I still go there? Probably not. They have also significantly raised their prices. Anyway, it used to be a really good place. read more

If you're young and POC don't bother (speaking from a Latina and Korean man) Service is racists or just plain rude idk. If you're white and old knock yourself out, you'll have a blast. Food was good though. read more