Big Bear Lake has some good BBQ but Steinerhaus is our my favorite. This place has really good food and a friendly staff and management. Best corn bread I've ever had and it's accompanied by a honey butter. All the sliders are fantastic, applesauce. I recommend this place to anyone traveling up to Big Bear Lake. read more

I was looking for a bbq restaurant while in big bear and found this one and it was a great! I'm assuming this place gets very packed because they were sold out of certain meats. I got the tri tip sliders with Mac and cheese as the side. This plate comes with 3 sliders with a good amount of tri tip in them. The bbq sauce had a hint of spicy and sweet it was very good. They top it off with crunchy onion rings. The Mac and cheese was very cheesy. Service was also very good no complaints! I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - Tri tip sliders with Mac and cheese side - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

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Ok for those of you know me - I am a BBQ fiend!! In Big Bear i have tried them all and well folks...if you know most are HORRIBLE examples of BBQ. Well I found the one worthy! And I pigged out!!! So I got the holy trinity - Brisket, Pulled Pork and Tri-Tip (it's a SoCal thing) and we'll let me tell you they all hit and are legit. No sauce cause if it's good ya don't need it - may want it but here ya don't need it. And honestly - their sauces are not my favs. Bold is close but this doesn't need it. Also had most of the sides - I'll break it down 3 Bean Chili - slap yo momma good! Amazing flavor Mac & Cheese - it's good - solid but not perfect. One of the fam had Brisket Mac and well that is a SOLID 10. That brisket is what the mac&cheese needs. Potato Salad - it's good but you have had it before. Awesome side but go for others. I am sure they will amp this up with some special but right now it's picnic worthy. Corn Bread - solid - homemade and the honey butter - nice touch. Cole Slaw - I will be back just to have this on a pulled pork sandwich. They took basic slaw and cranked it up! The cranberry.almond w balsamic add - Genius. Yep I said it!!! But winner winner - get those roles with cinnamon butter. There's another restaurant around that talks about their rolls and butter - well this one beats it hands down and if they let me - I'd smear that stuff on anything!! It's like a poor mans cinnamon roll...freaking off the hook (Sorry Guy - I stole that!!) Look you got lots of options in Big Bear - some better than others but if you are coming up - this is your 1st dinner stop.... And YELPERS DONT RUIN THIS RESTAURANT!! Many of ya are keyboard warriors. This is family run restaurant- if ya have a problem or don't like something - tell them. Dont get all aggressive on here!! Have seen many places disappear up here in Big Bear that were good but because of Yelp and the tourist keyboard anger kill them. I am looking to come here for the next 20 years!! Support LOCALS!!! read more

I took some food recommendations from Yelp and Google. To see what was best, of course the people were right. I shared 1 large plate with the two meat the one brisket and one rib. They are quickly accommodating can't have the cinnamon butter or rolls. Sauce on the side. They quickly replaced it. So got beans salad and potato. Our server was hunter and the chef came out and greeted us. Lovely chat and talk. Sorry can't remember the name. Place is cozy and cute and very well priced. read more

We liked it a lot. Very good taste and good value. We will go back. Great location and friendly staff.

Amazing place from the moment our party of 7 walked in it was excellent customer service. Will offered great service and Hunter did as well. The food was delicious including there dessert best peach cobbler I've had. The owner Jason came out greeted us and we joked with him he has a great personality. Everytime I come to Big Bear I will be visiting this place. Thank you for the excellent food and customer service. Food 5 star Service 5 star Ambiance 5 star read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

This place has amazing BBQ, like competition level bbq and attention to detail. Great beers, bourbons, and BBQ. Seasoned popcorn while you wait. Sampler plater is the Texas Charcuterie board and I love it. Maybe a few cheeses to put it over the top, but damn near perfect. Mac and cheese? Pitch perfect. Corn bread? Amazing. Honestly I'd drive back up the mountain for just that honey butter corn bread. So, if you're still trying to figure out where to have BBq in Big Bear, I can tell you that this is the spot! Cheers!! read more

Amazing food, delicious popcorn, and genuinely friendly and great service.The atmosphere was warm and welcoming and definitely worth visiting! read more

I ordered the mac and cheese with the meat option of pulled pork. The service was quick. I'd return :)

From the moment you walk in there, the smell was amazing..We tried several plates amongst our table. Brisket, tri tip, grilled chicken, mac and cheese, chili, biscuits and honey butter. Seriously delicious meal. The staff were super friendly and attentive. Loved the vibe in there. We ate on the patio because we had our dogs with us. Bonus is we could enjoy the smells from the super cool ultimate bbq. So glad we ate there. Everyone in our party enjoyed our meals. Definitely recommend. read more

Everything was DELICIOUS we got sliders and brisket Mac n cheese I dint get a picture of the Mac because we demolished it! We will be returning to try the chili... apparently it is so good they ran out today! Just means we have to return sooner than later! Owners and staff are so nice and welcoming! read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - Two chicken slider and one brisket (minus the slaw). We don't like slaw. Side of potatoe salad. - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

You can tell the business owner cares so much about giving his customers a great experience. The Beef Short Ribs were so good & the Chicken spicy Mac n Cheese was SOO GOOD it kinda tastes similar to chic fil a mac n cheese in a rlly good way. They put a sauce over it that resembles the chic fil a polynesian sauce in taste. They serve their plates with a bread and a homemade cinnamon butter cream. The workers were so friendly, brought us napkins, helped everyone kinda seating, & asked us if we were enjoying everything very frequently. From small talk to food service, we were given a 10/10 experience. read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - chicken spicy mac n cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

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Service was good but when we walked in there was no one there to seat us. We basically just found our own table. food was average smaller portions just OK for a barbecue spot. read more

Bangin' BBQ. Awesome service. Great sides. 10 out of 10! We'll be back! Thanks, Blake! read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

The coleslaw at a BBQ joint will tell you everything about how good the BBQ will be. One of the best coleslaws in my opinion I've ever had, not your typical, but was a hitter and don't get me started on the Jalapeño cream corn!!! Wow Such a nostalgic item that I've never seen at any restaurant. They took it to a whole new level. My mouths watering just thinking about it. I got too full with apps (tri tip sliders - also excellent) to get to a main entree. Will def be back. Talked with the owner at the bar and he's super knowledgeable on his BBQ. Friendly staff and welcoming environment. 10/10 read more

What a fantastic visit! Jason and Hunter were welcoming, kind, and genuinely attentive. They made me and my pet feel so comfortable their considerate approach made all the difference. They didn't just serve us; they made us feel like valued guests. The food was really good too. My brother and I ordered the carnivore appetizer with the large plate. Everything tasted great and was well-executed. The combination of exceptional service and quality food makes this a must-visit spot in Big Bear! If you're looking for a restaurant where you'll be treated well and fed even better, this is your place! read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - Large plate: Tri - tip, baby back ribs, jalapeño cream corn and their rolls! - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

The food was absolutely incredible and I had one of the strawberry shortcake shots that was also delicious. The service was on point and the food was so good that I went back to order more. read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Food was delicious, good portion sizes for the price. But the Service, amazing. Hunter was taking care of business authentically friendly, knowledge and efficient. Would definitely recommend. The ambiance was nice too! Authentic cabin feel. read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - 1/2 rack bbq ribs, 3 bean chili and fries. Early dinner special. - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Truly Good bbq. The owner Jason is extremely nice. If you come here the Tri-Tip is a must. Environment is cozy and welcoming. This place is a must stop if you're in town. read more

Arrived near closing and they were totally accommodating. Service was great. I had the brisket with mac n cheese. Big enuf portions that I ate half and still had a full meal for lunch the next day. Need to go back to try the peach cobbler. :) read more

This place is genuinely amazing. The food is outstanding all around, but I keep thinking about the ribs, coleslaw, and mac & cheese. I'm completely obsessed. Cute outdoor area! What really sets it apart, though, is the hospitality. Jason and his wife are so warm and welcoming, it makes the whole experience even better. I can't wait to come back next time I'm in town. read more

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One of the best Bbq places I have been to. The baby back ribs are phenomenal. We try a new thing each time we go in and they are always coming up with new and creative items. Just had the brisket and shredded pork and our friends had the brisket with the tri-tip which we all shared they make their own custom barbecue sauces and sides. I would highly recommend this if you're ever up in the Big Bear area. read more

BEST BBQ IN TOWNNN! We stopped in after a long day of walking around the village and this place did NOT disappoint. We got the XL plate with ribs, sausage link, and pulled pork with the side of Mac and cheese potato salad and onion rings. Every plate comes with some bread with sweet cinnamon butter and let me tell you, everything was delicious. Will be returning whenever we visit big bear! read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - Xl plate - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

The pulled pork Mac was to die for! We also got some ribs that were so good and tender! It's hard to find good BBQ around here but this place did not disappoint! read more

Everything was amazing! The food was so good! We had the. Early bird deal which was plenty of food, but look forward to coming back sometime for the ribs. The sides were fantastic and service by Hunter couldn't be better! Even had a friendly visit from the chef. Was our anniversary and they generously comped our dessert! Great place and will definitely be back! read more

Quite literally the worst experience of the 21st century. Hunter gatherers got their food quicker. Took 3 hours for food. Ran out of half their food, replaced it with stale jerky. Will starve before going back. read more

It wasn't the best but it got the job done. Purchased the rack of ribs and Mac n cheese over the 4th of July. The flavor was decent but the meat didn't really slide off the bone, so they ended up a little tougher than I expected. Not the worst, but not something I'd rush back for. ‍ read more

Not sure what style BBQ this is, but a brisket served in long stringy cuts is not very appealing. Brisket spaghetti. BBQ sauce was lacking flavor, even the spicy one with horseradish didn't have that much flavor. Service was good! Maybe this is some people's style of BBQ, but I feel it wasn't that great. read more

OK, another great night at Steinerhaus Bbq! A little pitmaster privilege smoked tri-tip was great. I never had smoked tri-tip but this was outstanding and a good change of pace. You can tell THE tri-tip is top-quality. Also, the smoked salmon was delicious. Thank you, Jason and Kristin you guys knocked it out of the park again. Yum yum get ya sum! read more

Absolutely amazing. The brisket chili is so thick and delicious and the cornbread with honey and butter is to die for. The staff and owner are so sweet and generous. Must try if up in Big Bear. read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

For how much everything costs, I expected a little more. It wasn't the best, but it definitely wasn't the worst either. The food was decent, but overall I felt like the quality didn't quite match the price.... read more

Best service! If you are a meat lover, best BBQ menu. Most affordable. As a vegetarian, not too vegetarian options, but Kirsten makes the best bean soup I have ever had. Jason, Kirsten and bartender, Hunter. are the friendliest staff in town! Jason is one of the most energetic people in town. Kirstin will prepare a vegetable dish for you! Excellent cornbread, Mac and cheese and jalapeño cheese dish. read more

We had a delicious BBQ dinner last night. The Tri tip and beef sausage were amazing. Awesome bbq sauces as they were homemade, and not from a bottle. The sauces made the meal. We also loved their cole slaw. You will get freshly smoked meat and great service, We will definitely be back next time we want excellent BBQ!! read more

The staff, food, and overall experience were incredible. I'll definitely be returning! Highly recommended.

You know that scene in Ratatouille where Remy takes a bite of the cheese and strawberry and has that moment of fireworks and bliss? That was the experience we encountered at Steinerhaus! Their food is like a warm hug for your soul! Amazing food, warm and friendly owners and staff. 10000/10 recommend this place! I had the jalapeño creamed corn, red skin potato salad, smoked sausage, cornbread with honey butter, sweet roll with cinnamon butter. Husband had the tri-tip and Cole slaw. Everything here is great! Will be returning again very soon read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Food was amazing the owner Jason is so chill and nice the ribs were amazing the onion rings were really delicious

With so many 5-star reviews I expected some great BBQ, but what we got can hardly pass as BBQ. I got the half rack of baby back ribs and my wife got the brisket. Baby Back Ribs: The ribs still had the membrane on the back, no smoke ring (that I could detect), and were so salty I could only eat two. All the "smoke" flavor came from the sauce rather than the meat, and it tasted like dirty smoke (or liquid smoke, which seems more likely given the lack of a smoke ring on the ribs). Brisket: You could get arrested in Texas for serving this and calling it brisket! The meat was shredded rather than served properly in slices. Generally, when you order brisket at a BBQ joint you get a slice from the point and one from the flat, but here you get a pile of shredded meat and fat. I could not detect any smoke in the brisket, nor could I see a smoke ring on the shreds that came from the outside. It was dry and tasted like pot roast. Service: We were seated right away, and they brought us some popcorn. However, it took way too long to serve our food. Our server told us it would only take a couple minutes (which is normal for BBQ), but 10 minutes later she reassured us that they were plating our food. Another 10 minutes passed and we finally got our food. After serving our food the server asked if we needed anything else. I replied that we would need more paper towels since there were only 3 left on the roll. Instead of bringing us more, she replied that she'd just keep an eye on our roll. Well, it's a good thing I could only eat 2 ribs, because those 3 towels didn't last long. When we didn't eat much of our food, the server sent the manager(?) out to talk to us. We explained that the ribs were too salty and the brisket was too dry. Instead of apologizing (and maybe offering to discount our food), he told us that he had just tried the brisket and it was great and that they were just voted the top BBQ place in Big Bear. Why not just be humble and take ownership of the situation? read more

Food was great! Smoked salmon and brisket were delicious !! Kid at the front was super sweet. Need a bigger sign out front so people know exactly where you're located and that you are there. read more

Some of the best BBQ I've had!! Jason and his wife are so kind and welcoming and the food was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend if you're looking for great food and good vibes! The ribs are perfectly seasoned and crispy, and the brisket is perfect! They even gave us a sample of their buffalo chicken dip, which was amazing!! read more

Steinerhaus BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Don't waste your money here. This place is nothing close to good Texas BBQ. The brisket was dry, tough and chewy. The ribs were dried out and had very little meat. The guy at the counter was arrogant. I was the only person there and the service was still slow. Very disappointing. read more