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    Rosalva's

    4.3 (545 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Enchiladas and a combo plate.
    Nicole H.

    Big portions, delicious home made salsas, and friendly staff. Indoor and outdoor space and their patio is dog friendly. Their frozen margaritas are perfectly blended and the watermelon flavor was unique and refreshing. Easy parking and it's affordable (less than $50) for 2 people with drinks.

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    Monica S.

    I can't believe we have never ventured in here since my family's cabin purchase twenty some years ago! The location is directly off of highway 18, so be careful when pulling in or out. There are plenty of places to sit outside, 2 levels, as well as some inside. The menu has many options as well. We opted for the "daily specials", one plate of 2 beef tacos and one plate of 2 enchiladas, one beef and one cheese both plates $14.99. The choices were chicken, beef or cheese. While waiting for our food, we snacked on the complimentary chips and salsa; both rather bland. Some people must love it because on the front of the menu it stated each table is alloted two servings of salsa. There will be a charge after two. Our food came out fairly quickly and looked good. The beef taco wasn't shredded, more like cubed meat. Different and good. I had a bite of each of my husbands enchiladas for one of my tacos. Again, the cubed beef. The mexican rice had good flavor, the beans just okay. When the bill came, one of the plates was $15.99, instead of $14.99 as stated on the menu. I inquired and was told they have to upcharge because both the enchiladas were not the same. When ordering, great customer service would entail having declared the discrepancy to the patron. That did not happen. For our first time visiting, we enjoyed the food, for the most part. There are at least three Mexican food places within a five minute drive. Would I choose this one? Verdict still out. By the way, they do not have any Happy Hour regardless of what you may find on Google or Yelp.

    Me, Rod and Mo
    Daniel A.

    Rosalva's Mexican Food is an absolute gem in Skyforest. Beautiful views. The food is incredibly authentic--fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Every bite was excellent. The service was outstanding: friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. And the Cadillac margaritas? Bomb. Easily some of the best I've had--perfectly balanced and dangerously good. This place hits on all cylinders. Can't wait to come back!

    Carne asada nachos
    Ramona F.

    Rosalvas never disappoints. Their food is great and the service is accommodating. I usually order to go and always have a pleasant experience with my pick up orders. I ordered the carne asada nachos and red enchilada plate both were delicious including the chips and salsa that come with the meal. The chips are fresh and their salsa is really good, the rice and beans are delicious too. This is my 2nd updated review. I devoured most of the plate before I took the picture.

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    Mike C.

    Note: I was so hungry I forgot to take a picture of our food. Take that as a sign...it was good. We got there early, so the restaurant was just starting to get busy for breakfast. The smells of the kitchen really hit the appetite. Very small dining area, but warm and cozy. Decor was classically Mexicano. The menu was classic. They do have adult beverages if you are dining a little later in the day, but for me - I decided on a Mexican coke to go with my meal. I had the Chorizzo con Juevo plate and my wife had the Machaca plate. Both meals were delicious and filling. The beef in the Machaca was well seasoned. The refried beans were not your canned refried beans, or at least they did not taste like it. Maybe I was that hungry. The surprise was the salsa. Homemade and delicious. They must have a lot of people asking for it as they do sell it to go. If your on your way up to Arrowhead or Big bear, this little gem is right on the highway where you decide to go left to Arrowhead or straight to Big Bear. If you're hungry it is worth the stop. Hasta Luego!

    Kids menu
    Brooke P.

    My kiddos (10-12) and I went up to our Lake Arrowhead cabin for the weekend and decided on Mexican for dinner. Rosalvas has a great reasonably-priced kids menu. Everyone had something that they really liked. The lobster taco I got was really good, and different than I expected. Instead of being deep fried it tasted like the inside of a lobster roll with taco toppings. AWESOME! my skinny/spicy margarita was great. Our server did a great job getting our order (just) right for my picky kids. Complimentary Chips, salsa and side of guacamole were great! We sat outside on a Friday night, felt very cared for and had a nice meal. I love a good Americanized Mexican restaurant, we will be back!

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    The food was soooooo delicious! Very flavorful! 10/10. Service was awesome as well. We will definitely be back!

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    Best Mexican food in the area. Food and service was amazing. Will be back for sure. Thx again.

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    Cool location. Friendly staff. Nothing mind blowing, but still enjoyed our dinner and time there!

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    Amazing food & great service! Really nice outdoor patio! Best Mexican food on the mountain! Nothing else even close!

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    Food was yummy. Had a burrito. Very enjoyable. The outside patio is a nice place to enjoy a filling lunch. Will return again.

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    Food is ok for the price ther I got the cheese enchilada taco and Chile relleno combination

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    Sunsets Island Bar and Grill

    Sunsets Island Bar and Grill

    4.5
    (272 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    I got a Kalua pork bowl and it was kind of tasty! Definitely very sweet and heavy on the marinade,…read morebut it paired well with rice and cole slaw. Service was VERY SLOW. I think it took 10 minutes to get water, 10 minutes to find someone to get our order in, and then 20-30 minutes until our food came out. Definitely a very slow paced restaurant - come if you're not in a hurry and in a chill mood. We actually came here because all the other restaurants we wanted to try had a 2+ hour long wait and Sunsets was only about 30 minutes. You can walk around the village while you wait, which helps a lot.

    I don't leave negative reviews lightly, but this was, without question, one of the worst restaurant…read moreexperiences our family has ever had. The evening started with our reservation being "lost." In hindsight, we should have taken that as our cue to leave. Instead, we stayed, and unfortunately everything went downhill from there. Service was painfully slow. It took approximately 45 minutes just to receive water, over an hour for our drinks, and nearly two hours before our food arrived. By the time dinner finally came, we were beyond hungry. The food was even more disappointing than the wait. The "grilled cheese" looked like it was made with individually wrapped processed American cheese slices--and somehow, after nearly two hours, the cheese wasn't even melted. I ordered the branzino expecting a delicate, flaky white fish with lemon. Instead, it arrived so overcooked and dry that lifting it with a fork brought up the entire fish in one piece. It had the texture of fish jerky. The zucchini alongside it was cold and had the unmistakable texture of previously frozen vegetables. My son ordered the mahi-mahi tacos. They were bland, dry, and overcooked. He's the least picky eater in our family and wouldn't eat them. Ironically, the only edible dish on the table was my husband's Huli Huli chicken--which the rest of us ended up sharing because we'd waited so long and were starving. Our server was kind, but we saw her only a handful of times during what became a two-and-a-half-hour dinner. To make matters worse, I woke up in the middle of the night with an upset stomach after eating only a couple bites of the fish. Given our experience, I genuinely struggle to reconcile it with so many glowing reviews. Save yourself the time, the money, and the frustration. There are far better places to spend an evening.

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    4.1
    (1.4k reviews)
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    We had such a great experience thanks to our server, Phil! We were visiting from LA, and it was our…read morefirst time in Lake Arrowhead, so we weren't sure what to expect. Phil was incredibly attentive the entire time, always making sure our water glasses were full and checking in on us without ever being intrusive. His friendly attitude and excellent service really made our visit memorable. The food was great too--the wings were delicious, and the garlic fries were so good! Overall, Phil made our first experience in Lake Arrowhead a fantastic one. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town. Thanks again, Phil!

    Really disappointing experience, especially because we called ahead specifically to avoid this…read moreexact situation. We had a party of 10, 4 adults and 6 kids. Their website specifically says they offer reservations for parties of 10 or more, based on availability. I called about 30 to 45 minutes before arriving and asked if they could accommodate our group. The gentleman I spoke with told me yes, to come in and check in when we arrived, and that he would start getting a table ready for us. When we got there, apparently nothing had been communicated to the hostess. What made it worse was that the same guy then denied ever telling me on the phone that he would get a table ready. If they couldn't accommodate us, that would have been completely fine. Just tell me that when I call and we'll go somewhere else. Instead, we loaded up six kids, drove over based on what we were told, and then were basically turned away. We asked for the manager hoping they could at least help figure something out, but unfortunately the manager wasn't helpful either and offered no real resolution. Mistakes and miscommunications happen. What bothered me was denying what was said instead of simply owning the mistake and trying to make it right. We would have happily gone somewhere else from the beginning had they just been upfront with us. Very poor communication and customer service.

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    Spade And Spatula

    4.4
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    Looking for a tasty brunch? C'mon in to Spade and Spatula! They have a wonderful Sunday brunch menu…read morewith all the traditional favorites, as well as some original offerings. Walking in yesterday, it was such a good-vibe, welcoming place. There was sunshine coming through the large windows and color all around. Our waitress was warm and welcoming as well as on top of our dining needs, even as it got busier. We 4, two of us being vegetarians, each found something delicious to enjoy. I got the BAT Omelette, which was generous with cheese, avocado, bacon, and as a delightful switch up, cherry and grape tomatoes. The presentation was a feast for the eyes, with its dainty and colorful flower petals on top. In fact, all dishes were beautifully presented. I ordered fruit instead of potatoes, which was enough to share. My mom found her bagel and lox delectable and a large enough portion to take 1/2 home. Friends found vegetarian enjoyment in the Goat omelette and the breakfast sammie. They were both well pleased with bellies full. All of us were happy brunchers ! As we dined, the place welcomed a steady stream of guests, both inside and out, which is furry best friend welcoming. So, on Sundays, come early. Great food, vibe, service....a perfect opportunity to break bread together when local or up the hill for a visit.

    Tasty sandwiches and burgers. All the ingredients are fresh. This is definitely a local favorite…read morespot. I had the blt (bacon lettuce tomato) sandwich. It was probably the best blt that I've ever had. The blt had bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and home made garlic aioli. I opted out of the jalapeño and mustard. All the ingredients were so fresh and the bread was good. People in my party had the blue cheese burger and cheeseburger. They said the burgers were made fresh and tasted good. Perfect cook temperature. The fries were surprisingly good. They had a lot of flavor. They were not soggy, greasy. Or potatoey. Kind of pricey for a sandwich shop, and they do not allow half sandwiches and I wish they did. Ultimately, I would eat here again as everything tasted good.

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    LuluBelle's Coffee House & Bakery

    LuluBelle's Coffee House & Bakery

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    I can't say enough good things about LuluBelle's! This was hands-down one of the absolute…read morehighlights of our trip. My wife and I ordered two vanilla lattes, the chicken and waffles, and a sausage breakfast burrito. Everything was cooked perfectly and flavorful, absolutely zero notes. The coffee is fantastic, the breakfast was incredible, and the staff was friendly and efficient, keeping the service moving quickly even when they were busy. We ended up coming back the next two days as well. We loved it so much that we came back one evening to try their pizza, and it didn't disappoint either. If you are in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by. Excellent food, great coffee, and wonderful service!

    Ok coffee, decent folks, but overall really disappointing. Issues I saw:…read more The price! We had accumulated a few gift cards over time so we decided to use them to stop by. We bought 2 coffees (a 12 oz drip coffee with half and half and a 16 oz iced latte). We also got 2 bagel breakfast sandwiches. Our total was $39!!!!! Even my tiny drip coffee cost significantly more than a Starbucks equivalent! The Quality I truly hate to say it because I want local businesses to be successful, but everything was low quality. My drip coffee was lukewarm when I got it, my wife said she prefers iced coffee from del taco compared to the one she had here. But the really disappointing thing was the sandwiches. First, they came out heaped with lettuce (on a breakfast sandwich???) I've never seen that before, and we didn't ask for it. After we picked the lettuce off of the sandwiches they were very small (especially for the price!!) I managed to eat about 2 bites of mine before I couldn't stomach it anymore. It was just bad. The sausage patty tasted freezer burned and was extremely dry and the egg white was undercooked. I love an over easy egg, but this was not that. This egg was not cooked enough to be served. My wife made it about 1 bite further than I did, then she had to call it quits. All in all, we paid $40 to throw away our sandwiches and drink aggressively mediocre coffee. What really sucks is that I want to support local businesses! I would love to keep going to a small local shop. But when they rob us blind and serve food like that, I can't justify it.

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    4.3
    (493 reviews)
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    This is one of those classic local spots that has been replaced by Denny's, Waffle House, and IHOP…read morein other parts of the country. It's a dying breed. The diner is cozy and the servers are welcoming. The food isn't Michelin-quality, but gets the job done at solid prices. I also think the quality has remained consistent over the years. Their menu is somewhat extensive with enough options for picky eaters. Overall, a great local diner that deserves more love. Would come again!

    I have been coming here for many years.. Yesterday we stopped in for an afternoon snack…read more. We decided to share an order of chili cheese fries and an ice tea.. When the order arrived it looked good with the exception of the onions.. Covered in onions.. We didn't order it that was as menu says you can add onions and we didn't - but it showed up and were were kinda in a hurry and hungry.. (The chef grabs the frozen fries with his bare hands as touching other foods) Just an FYI So the chili cheese fries were a soppy soaking wet mess. We didn't even eat 1/2 of them as it was like a cheesy wet soup. Probably worst chili cheese fries I have ever had. The server had no smile or personality and other than taking our order and giving us our check.. She said nothing to us and we were sitting at the bar.. She wouldn't even look at us and ask how everything was.. This place didn't feel the same from the pervious visits.. I will probably not return here again.. The only reason I gave two stars, is that the place was clean..

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    Pozole, fried zucchini, and a coke zero.
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    Jetties Waterfront Kitchen + Drink

    Jetties Waterfront Kitchen + Drink

    3.6
    (605 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    This restaurant, you will have to park in the Lake Arrowhead Village parking and walk north, the on…read morethe right side where there are stairs, go down and this restaurant is to the left. Last Wednesday, My family wanted to eat here, when we entered it was super clean inside & so were there restrooms, highly organized & with attention to details. As we walked in there so much details to this restaurant half boats inside to make this restaurant super cool, anything with water is up here. The atmosphere here was super friendly, warm, classy, chic, elegant. There is seating inside, outside, and at the bar too! with breathtaking views at the lake! When you order you have to order & pay at the bar, then they will give you a number, where ever you would like to be seated & bring out the foods. Last Wednesday Rochelle Kinny was our server/cashier she asked if we had any questions & answered them all beautifully! They shareables, tacos, fresh salads, burgers, sandwiches, kids menu, weekly brunch, signature cocktails, wine, margaritas, shooters, draft beers, they also have soda and other drink s Dispensing machines! So we ordered : 2 Fish & Chips, kids meal: chicken tenders, Chicken Cesar wrap, crispy buffalo chicken with onion rings. Their price points are spot on! Rochelle was so super sweet, caring, kind, super polite & very down to earth, very genuine! Rochelle has this super upbeat positive energy about herself that really radiates! As we were waiting Cody gave us all of food & asked us if we needed anything so sweet of him! Everything was delicious & with a great view! I would especially love to thank Rochelle & Cody for a fantastic & memorable visit! I would like to Thank Jetties Waterfront Kitchen & Drink for a wonderful visit! I'll definitely be back here again! I'll tell all my Family & Friends to come and visit!

    A Lake Arrowhead staple. A nice place to listen to some music (on their digital jukebox), grab an 8…read moredollar beer, eat a sandwich and some crispy fries, and watch the boats cruise and return to dock. Has both a family atmosphere and smaller nooks for a date as well. We've been here with about 20 people and have been able to move tables around together to be seated quickly. Also, if you bring your dog, there is a patio for you to eat and enjoy the lake view. You order and pay at the bar with the bartender and overall, it's a pretty smooth experience. My family loves coming here.

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