The drinks we got were delicious (double salty dog, cappuccino, and heartbeat) and the staff were…read moresuper sweet and attentive. We even brought our two dogs and they came out with treats and a big bowl of water for them! Overall the inside is super cute and cozy and I would definitely come back!

I'll start by saying everyone was very nice both times I came in while on our little ski weekend…read more They have a very nice little book collection you can read, and if you can't put it down, you can buy. But the true star of the show are the cinnamon rolls! My son who is a roll fiend calls them, "the best cinnamon rolls since Denmark". And he ate cinnamon rolls every day there so you know he loves them. I'll just say that they are almost as good as my sister in law's holiday rolls and that's high praise. They're really traditional American rolls with just the right amount of icing, warm and fresh. (Came out at 8am, but they open at 7am??). Get them.

Jerry is the best baker I know. She made the most delicious wedding cake I have ever had…read more We had a three tiered cake. The top and bottom layers were ginger-doodle with gingerbread frosting and the middle layer was chocolate with espresso frosting. The flavors were amazing and the cake fit our rustic Christmasy theme perfectly. We had a very small and intimate wedding in December 2024 to which Jerry and the Gingerbread House were amazing to work with and gave the best service. We also had some of their goodies from the shop and those were also incredible. Thank you, Jerry! We can't wait to come back for some more sweets.

Ok, if you have a sweet tooth this is the place you will want to visit while you are visiting…read moreSanta's Village. I am sure the kids will not argue with you! We had waited in line outdoors for most of the time. It was quite cold and windy during the wait. One place I wish they had outdoor heaters . The house is decorated on the outside just like you would imagine a gingerbread house would be, cute, adorable and delicious looking. Once you walk into the house you will find some displays of familiar candies. Maybe something you may want to get the next time you are at your convenience or grocery store. Save room for the some of the beautiful and delightful dessert that are displayed behind the acrylic shield. And don't forget something warm to drink! The drink orders once made are handed out at the window on the side of the building. We ordered quite a bit, just wanting to try everything that looked and sounded delicious. My girls enjoyed the cinnamon rolls while the pretzel, and molasses cookie were my favorite. My girls agreed with me on the cookie as well. The grandkids enjoyed their cake pop. For hot drinks, we ordered hot chocolate and hot chai. For me, it was worth the wait. I would order more molasses cookie and an extra pretzel! The customer service was friendly despite the line of people that was coming through. Great job staff! I plan to stop by this house again the next time we come to Santa's Village.

If you venture down the lake's main thoroughfare toward the new concert venue, you'll find the…read moreVillage Ice Cream & Sweet Shoppe as the last business on the left. With some outside tables offering scenic views of the lake, this is a great spot to take a rest from browsing and grab an ice cream cone, cold drink, specialty coffee, or sugary treat. The shop offers Thrifty Ice cream in assorted flavors, cone choices ranging from simple sugar to freshly-made, warm waffle cones for cradling your scoops, and a variety of additional crowd pleasing snacks such as churros, baked goods, specialty lattes, Dole Whip, soft serve, and other edible treasues too numerous to mention. Price wise, their offerings are a bit on the higher side - I paid around $10 for a large chocolate malt (shakes are cheaper) - but you will probably encounter a small, quickly-moving line upon entry. And though ice cream can be found at other village businesses, indeed, there are some confections that are unique to this site. Our server (apparently only one on a weekday afternoon) was pleasant and efficient, rapidly filling orders and fielding any questions as she moved to and fro translating the pictured menu offerings into the equally-tempting tangible goodies that excited patrons scurry away holding. It's hard to resist this little spot as you peruse the shops along the esplanade - and what's better than strolling around that walkway bend to the lakefront businesses with a refreshing treat in hand? I'm sure you'll find something that catches your eye and, subsequently, dazzles your tastebuds.

Stopped by for a sweet treat and it was a nice little spot! I got a waffle cone with cotton candy…read moreice cream, super tasty, but definitely very sweet, so I wouldn't recommend it if you're not into sugary flavors. We also tried a vanilla flurry with chocolate chip cookies and Oreos. It had good flavor, but the cookies tasted a bit old. The workers were friendly and helpful, and answered all our questions with no problem. There was a pretty long line, but it moved fast, and once we ordered we got our ice cream right away. Prices were pretty average, not too expensive, not super cheap. The shop itself was clean and inviting, which made the visit even better. Overall, a cute spot for a quick treat!

My friend found Bulle during our weekend trip here and so thankful she did! A small microbakery…read morewhere you order and meet to get your purchase at a specified location. The regular flavors (ie cardamon, cinnamon, vanilla) you can get at no minimal amount. But the more specific flavors (ie saffron) have a minimum you need to purchase. All in all, my friends who went to Copenhagen said the baked good are comparable to Europe, or even better! Honestly, I loved every single bite of my purchase. Ever bring was super soft and had great deep flavors. If this place wasn't so far I would eat it regularly!

Absolutely incredible! My wife and I tried all three varieties, Cardamom, Vanilla, and Cinnamon,…read moreand they were the best Bulle we've ever had. Highly recommend and can't wait to get more!

Food was excellent, the service was outstanding, and the prices were very reasonable…read more The staff was attentive and made sure every customer felt taken care of. We will definitely be dining here again!

Victoria's Restaurant was absolutely amazing!…read more We stopped in for lunch after hours of tubing, and let me tell you, it was exactly what we needed. The food was incredible, fresh, and full of flavor. The service was outstanding! friendly, attentive, and welcoming from the moment we walked in. You can really feel that it's family-owned, and that personal touch makes all the difference. If you're in Lake Arrowhead, Running Springs, or anywhere nearby, you NEED to stop by and grab a meal here. It's worth every penny. Thank you for such a great experience!

TL;DR: I guesssss it's poke and I guessssss it's acai...but I KNOW it wasn't fresh and wasn't good…read more Service was nice and fast but not worth the quality of food Ordered: - Smoke bowl (1/5): Tuna had no flavor, frozen texture, and the rice was not cooked right - wet and clumpy in some areas, hard in others. Even the cucumber tasted weird - The Hippy Acai bowl (2/5): if I had to guess, it's a single pack of Sambazon with some fruits and PB drizzled on top. Not exactly bad but nothing special If you're in a bind for food, sure. Otherwise, go hang out at the train museum next door and save yourself the disappointment

Stopped by the other day on a walk…read more Service was decent, attentive staff. Very colorful inside with some decorations for the season. Got the island boi which was pretty good passion fruit base with coconut shreds, mango and sliced bananas. There was good flavor in the fruit and the base was decent. I love passion fruit so the base just missed the mark for the passion flavor for me. I'd get it again but I wish it was a more powerful flavor. Also got a musubi, could be less cost by about $1.5 but it was good flavor! All in all good flavor and would recommend stopping by!!!

This brewery is really awesome. Super mid friend and very chill location. Indoor and outdoor…read moreseating with a lot of families in the outdoor area. They have some games to play as well as great beer! Located right on lake arrowhead. We visit everytime we visit. Friendly, great service. Highly recommend.

After an off-roading adventure we always love hitting up a local Brewery and this place was…read moreperfect. I love the vibes here, the inside was heated and they had an outdoor beer garden set up outside as well. One things that was super neat was the container seating area and an also small fire pits available to hang. The cherry on the Top was the Cuban Food truck they had the food was absolutely amazing and some of the best I've tried so far it hit the spot and I love when they have these pop up trucks. Their beer selection was Great and something for everybody. It happen to be Valentines Day so they had so fun decorations and fun drinks as well. The ambiance was great and the service was spectacular! Very kind, helpful and great customer service. The bathrooms were clean spacious at times the lines were huge because there are only two of them but it worked out. They are dog friendly and loved seeing all the puppies and well behaved dogs. They had little water bowls for them that they provide as well. They had some cool merch that's up for sale and we snagged a few hats that were very cool looking. Can't wait to be back and bring some friends along. Def worth visiting again!

The Villager Coffee Shop is the kind of place that makes you glad you stopped--classic diner…read morecomfort with a real hometown feel. The staff is consistently upbeat, the cooks move like a well-oiled team, and everything comes out the way you want diner food to come out: hot, familiar, and satisfying. It genuinely feels family-owned--not in a gimmicky way, but in the way people greet you, check in on your table, and serve your food with a smile. Locals roll in happy, chat a little, and you can tell this spot is part of the rhythm of Blue Jay. If you want the classic diner experience--easy, friendly, always solid--this is it.

TL;DR: be prepared for a wait. great service and probably the best breakfast in town?…read more Came on a Thursday morning and were surprised to see a wait. Put our name down and had to wait ~30min which was fine since we just window-shopped the nearby shops Ordered: - Corned beef hash (4.5/5): delicious flavor but wish there was a bigger portion of corned beef especially when compared to the hash brown. tip: ask for a hard fry to get extra texture - short stack pancakes (3/5): pancake texture was alright but not particularly special. Being covered in whipped cream doesn't help. Decent value though if you're fueling up Would definitely come back if we're back in town Cheers, Villager Coffee!

Had breakfast lunch and dinner here for a few days…read more The servers are really friendly and quick. They'll bring stuff to your table even if there's a buffet Ask them about veggie options because they'll have a dish for you Food wasn't spectacular but it was tasty

It's very hard to find any issues with eating here. It's very convenient if you are staying onsite…read moreand it's easy to get a table (even if you don't have reservations for dinner). Just show up before 7:45 pm (last call for seating). The food is very freshly made and is pretty good for a buffet. The kitchen staff will accommodate you if you have any dietary restrictions. Beverages and desserts are included in the price. And the staff is very attentive and friendly. It's so nice to have a low stress dining option onsite. Plus, there is a bar and tavern in the back if you want something smaller. Tip for dinner: save room for dessert. It's a small selection, but hits the spot for post dinner treat. Tip for breakfast: don't wait until the end of the dining time to get what you want from the buffet, the staff starts clearing the buffet items about 15-20 minutes before last seating and they won't refill some items.

Having a vacation home on the eastern side of Lake Arrowhead, I've passed by this Jensen's many…read moretimes on my way through Blue Jay but hadn't visited until this weekend. I was shocked at the actual square footage of this store as it looks much smaller from the street. Additionally, I never noticed they have a Starbucks within. Initially I only intended to stop in for a meager bag of tortilla chips, but I soon found myself walking other aisles just to peruse the variety of goods available. There's a full-service bakery with an impressive display case near the entrance (adjacent to the Starbucks), and the steaks at the meat counter were equally attractive. The deli section was doing a good business with several people in line for sandwiches, and I noticed a hot soup station, as well. I hate shopping at Lake Arrowhead village on weekends due to the traffic and, though this Jensens was doing a very brisk business, the ease of parking is so much better. I have been relying on the little market in Cedar Glen (a former Jensens, ironically) for emergency "basics, " but it's nice to know there is a larger, better-stocked, option available a short five miles distant.

Came in again after swearing not to but my gf misunderstood where I wanted my panini from... fail…read moreagain! On my favorite sandwich that's on their menu... oops they forgot cheese! Another 15$ sandwich fail. It's okay it's just money in a recession.