Wyatt's Grill and Saloon

Good forA western saloon night out with live music, line dancing and a big outdoor patio. Dogs are welcome.

Ranch-style grub at the Big Bear Convention Center, on the east end of the boulevard. Burgers, jumbo wings and tater tots in big portions, an indoor bar and a tiki bar outside, and a sawdust-floor patio with a stage for live bands, cornhole and cabanas. Parking is free and plentiful, which is rare up here.

Good to knowWyatt's runs on an events calendar rather than steady restaurant hours, and it hosts Big Bear's Oktoberfest in the fall. Check what is on before you drive out, especially midweek and in the quiet season.

Event schedule and hours at bigbearevents.com/wyatts.