572 Social kitchen & lounge - Big Bear Lake, California

teadrinker

It was cold out so we opted more a table inside. This is a restaurant where you order from the counter and find your own table.

The restaurant served up a good variety of food. Everyone at our party was happy with their order. We especially liked the Cajun Ahi Tuna Sandwich and creamy portobello risotto.

Ellie G.

Great place to grab a bite in a Big Bear! It was really cold so we opted to sit indoors but there are heated lamps and a fireplace outdoor. The service was quick and friendly. The Mac and cheese was delicious and the wings were crispy and fried but not greasy! The burger was simple and delicious.

It is a little pricey though at least for the quality of food.

Thomas B

This was the first time we had given this restaurant a try after several visits to Big Bear Lake. The food menu is more bar food than a traditional restaurant, consisting primarily of burgers, artisan pizzas, some specialty items and even food for your pet. Meaning, the restaurant is a pet friendly place. We also think it took more time than expected to be waited on and to receive our meals. The food was alright, but the prices were a little pricey, so we probably would not come back here to have lunch or dinner. Instead, this would be more of a place to have a drink, sit back and enjoy the music with friends. And we could not even imagine ordering a pizza here when right next store they have the best pizza in town. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor dining areas and outside tonight they had live music, which always makes for a more enjoyable evening. With the weather as beautiful as it was, we have no idea why anyone would want to be inside. There is plenty of free parking at the public parking lot behind the restaurant and limited parking along Pine Knot Avenue. As for the staff, we would give them an overall rating of neutral, nothing good or bad to report.

sam j

This is always our favorite place to relax when we are in Big Bear.

The live music is generally good quality and entertaining, and the food is usually great.

I especially recommend the pizzas, they are baked perfectly with crispy crust and soft inside.

We liked the idea of the sauteed peppers, but they weren't very flavorful.

Fries are perfect.

It's not all perfect, so feedback below, but in general we really like it here and they provide great service even though they discourage tipping.

The veggie burger wasn't very good, but it could be the variation we got (572 burger).

The mojito used a different alcohol or something because we didn't like this version.

Note that you order directly by the entrance, and they literally tell you to just skip the tipping screen. I think this is awesome, and it effectively means that this restaurant is 20% cheaper than other high quality restaurants.

Highly recommend!

Carrie Spira

Beautiful day in Big Bear so I was strolling around downtown when I heard some great music and stopped in! Huge outdoor patio with a live band entertaining the patrons. I waited in line, which moved quickly, while checking out the menu. I ordered the poke nachos and a cocktail. I found my way to a spot that was available and had just sat down when my nachos arrived! My drink soon followed. The nachos were stacked with fresh tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, and lots of tuna on fresh crispy wonton chips. The jalapenos and sauce brought just enough heat for delicious flavor. The staff was helpful and attentive, bringing out orders and clearing tables as they passed by. The band was lively and engaging the crowd. I met a great local couple while enjoying the ambiance and food. It’s definitely a favorite place of mine!

Richard Wu

It is a mixed feeling dining here.

We could not find any seats anywhere else and we ended up here. It looks really nice both inside and outside and everyone seems busy.

Hybrid service means they are short of hands as everyone else due to various of reasons. We do a lot of things ourselves like waiting in line to order and finding a table ourselves. Then before we sit and get any service, we have to tip right after order is confirmed. Not sure whether this is part of the hybrid service. But it does not make me feel too comfortable as people are behind me and the waiter is waiting for me to finish the transaction. I am not against tipping, but I am against forced tipping as my money does not fall from the sky by itself. I also work hard for it.

My food is too dry and we constantly have to grab the persons behind bars to refill our water or get anything else. She does not seem happy or unhappy, just have to stop her from doing whatever she is doing. If hybrid means everyone’s able to help you, that seems also no one is responsible to help. Or I am just wrong?

I did not complain the food being over frying and dry. I don’t want to wait for a long time to have the remade and sitting in the high chair and tiny table to wait.

I have to say, I might have just been unlucky that day. A lot of places due to labor shortage have significant service quality decline. I prefer to eat at home if I could to avoid the disappointment especially the cost of eating out is getting higher.

I hope everyone gets good service. Big Bear Lake is a nice place to visit and to relax overall.

Tram Le

Very friendly and attentive staff! Good food! Good portion too. Awesome outdoor vibe.
We got 2 kids meals and they’re good.
Cali burger was also delicious.
Tamarind Margarita is different and tastes nice 🙂

Jean-Michel Ochsenbein

I visited 572 Social Kitchen and Lounge back in 2019, and even after all these years, the experience has stayed with me. It took me some time to find the name of the restaurant again so I could write this review, but I couldn't let this go unmentioned.

Honestly, I don't remember exactly what I ate, but I very much enjoyed it. What truly stood out to me, however, was the incredible gesture from our server that day. I was with a friend who didn't speak English very well at the time. She barely ate half of her meal, probably because she didn't enjoy it as much as I did. Without her saying a word, the server returned with the check and told us she had taken the burger off the bill. She kindly said to my friend, "I know you didn't enjoy it, so it's on the house."

This act of kindness left a lasting impression on me. It's the kind of outstanding customer service that's unforgettable. Even five years later, I still think about it, and I know that when I return to Big Bear–soon I hope–this will be the first restaurant I visit.

As a restaurant owner myself, this moment inspired me so much that I've shared the story with my own team, using it as an example of what exceptional service looks like.

Thank you to the team at 572 Social Kitchen and Lounge for such an unforgettable experience. I don't know if the server who helped us is still there, but her gesture made a lasting impact. Kudos to the entire team!