Saucy Mama's Pizzeria

Came in for a bite to eat for lunch after I'd seen a movie next-door at the Village theaters. Very beautiful fun decor with cool log stacks and records on the walls, lively music, great smells, and it was bustling at 2:30 p.m. on a Tuesday afternoon. The hostess was very sweet and professional and as I was about to leave because there was no seating for one person unless at the bar, he said if you wait, I can seat you in a small booth, so I waited less than 10 minutes and I'm glad I did. I ordered the Kayla's combo small pizza with six slices and it was just delicious. The perfect amount of thickness on the crust which was nice and chewy but still crispy in all the right spots. Very fresh ingredients and just scrumptious. Then I ordered the side of meatballs and oh my goodness. Two nice sized very tender and a cornucopia of delicious marinara sauce with oodles of gooey gooey cheese. Served very hot! Very impressed with the food quality! My only complaint was my server, Brittany, although was friendly she never brought me water until I asked at the end of my meal and never cleared my plates at all until I asked. It took another girl named Melanie to ask if I needed a bag for my to go boxes which I was thankful for because I didn't have to ask Brittany again for anything. Maybe she was having an off day I don't know but I would've certainly tipped her 30%. Instead of 21% had she been more on top of things. Otherwise a fabulous experience, ambience and food wise! Highly recommend!

I was not happy with the food. The experience was not bad. The greeter was very friendly and communicative with the wait times and updates. The server wasn't fast but not abnormally long wait times for food, drinks, and refills. Ordered mac and cheese, pep pizza, and Alfredo pasta. The garlic bread was so tasty but the cuts were so small. The pizza was good but after a few slices it started to become overwhelming in taste. Very greasy but that's pepperoni. The mac and cheese noodles were bland but the cheese sauce was tasty. The Alfredo was horrible. I don't think they salt the water when cooking the noodles. The Alfredo sauce had no taste. I wish they used at least salt to season it. I had to ad salt and pepper just to taste something. The server would pop in occasionally for a refill and see if we were okay. The price isn't bad at all. Just not the best tasting in town.

Solid option in the Village at Big Bear Lake. It's downtown, so expect a wait. The pizza is good, with a healthy amount of toppings and cheese. They're not big, so plan accordingly. Reasonable beer selection, though no exciting local options, mostly standard options. Cozy interior with decent decor and some patio seating as well.

First time tying this pizzeria . Nice location with indoor and outdoor seating in a relaxed setting. We ordered a Margaretta , pepperoni and a wendy special. Pizza was decent . Prices were on the high side but the service was good with helpful staff.

This is a good atmosphere restaurant right in the heart of the city with a good beer selection. The pizza was extremely bland unfortunately, like no taste on the crust. It took us a long time to be helped but once we were the service was fine. Sadly the food just ain’t there. I’d skip.

Had a wonderful experience during my first visit. The host was friendly. Food tasted great. Highly recommend this place. It does get crowded, so there is a bit of a wait. Plan accordingly for this. It is worth the wait. Not okay for people to be mean to the host for not having enough seating inside, it is out of their control. Will be visiting again. 😊

Delicious! Food was great, fast attentive service, competitive pricing. We ordered garlic cheese bread, garden salad, Wendy's pizza, beer, Shirley Temple and Apple juice. Everything was so tasty and fresh! They were playing 90s alternative too, it was great. 🥰 Save your receipt for 10% off at the ice cream shop next door! A+, Highly recommend, can't wait to go back!

If you are going to visit Big Bear and you want good pizza, this is the place to visit. Very nice restaurant and ambiance. It's located on a pretty crowded street so parking might be limited. A parking lot is available near by and it's all within walking distance. The pizza and garlic bread were very good. Will definitely visit this location next time I come back

What a delightfully delicious stop for lunch we had at Saucy Mama's! We went on a Sunday afternoon, so it was busy, as to be expected. We had two dogs with us so waited for patio seating- only about 15 min way. Staff were helpful, attentive and friendly. Food- small pizza was the perfect size for two of us with leftovers. Pizza sauce was flavorful, thick crust and generous toppings. We also ordered a small antipasto salad which was large enough to feed 3 people. Tons of toppings and the dressing was served on the side which we liked. Patio: small but accommodating for dogs. There are tvs on the patio for sports, high top tables and still room for dogs to lay down. Dog bowls provided for water. Overall: great pizza joint for lunch or dinner right in the heart of Big Bear Village. Thank you Saucy Mama's we will be back!

Busy place. 2.5/5 BBQ ranch pizza - personally did not enjoy this as much. too much flavor 4/5 Wendys Works pizza - nice cheese pull, very yummy 4/5 garlic parmesan chicken wings - pretty good. wish it had more cheese water did not taste good, shirley temple tasted a bit murky. wish the food came out warmer. around $17 pp. 2 small pizzas and a large appetizer good amount for 4 people

Saucy Mam's has been one of our "regular spots" for years. A few months back we had an less than ideal experience and unfortunately it has repeated two more times in the last 2 months. Location.......an "A" grade, it's the best spot in town Ambiance.... also an "A" grade, cute decor inside and also inviting patios out back and on the sidewalk walk as well. Food quality....a weak "C" lately. The pizza crust was literally swimming in oil. The Mac Cheese was partially warmed (microwaved)? The pasta in the pasta bolognaise was overcooked to be nearly paste and the garlic bread was old, cold and rubbery. Service...."C-" at best. This week the runner brought the pizza to the table, told us to move the centerpiece "Move the flowers" plopped it down and then disappeared leaving us to go hunt for set-ups and serving plates. This was a great restaurant, perhaps there has been an ownership or management change. If so, the change is not for the better for sure.

I agree with other reviews, if the pizza was in the oven longer it would have been way better. The cheese was SO GOOD but the toppings just tasted like.... I guess toppings on their own. Since they weren't really cooked. The crust definitely tasted very close to digiorno. I like digiorno crust myself so I wasn't mad. Just for the price I wanted more. Staff was very kind, a little slow to sit and to order but not that big of a deal. No baby changing station.

This is a great spot to grab pizza if you're in Big Bear. We got the Texas Tyler and it was excellent the bbq sauce was so good and the corn was a nice touch. Highly recommend!

We had the hot and teriyaki wings, spaghetti, Ceasar salad and pizza. It was all delicious. Let me tell you that their wings truly are amazing.

My family wanted to go to Big Bear to visit. Since this was my first time going, I really wanted to go see Big Bear for myself. We arrived to Saucy Mama's and just a heads up guys. They don't have parking lot, only available street parking or public parking lots in the area. We found a public parking spot not too far and headed to Spicy Mama's. Once we get there, we were welcomed by the friendly staff. We were seated at the outside patio and it was a great choice. The weather at the time we went was perfect and made it very enjoyable. Looking at the menu, they have a lot of pizza selections and other items and decided to get: Mozzarella Sticks (10pcs), Medium Wendy's Work Pizza and Medium Pepperoni w/Pineapple. Wendy's Work Pizza comes with: Pepperoni, Sausage, Onions, Green Bell Peppers, Olives and Tomatoes. While we were waiting for our order, I noticed the rustic decor of the restaurant. When we got order I could smell the pizzas were freshly made and came right out to the oven. In my honest opinion, I would say that these pizzas were the ones I have ever had. I loved the crust and the crunch it had on the outer part. The topping for the Wendy's Work Pizza were fresh and generous in my opinion. The Mozzarella Sticks are great, the cheese inside was gooey and made it very tasty. Our overall experience was great and the customer service we received from our server was good. In my honest opinion, we would recommend Saucy Mama's if you are visiting Big Bear to get away. We are definitely coming back and next time we go, would like to try their other items on the menu.

Walked in and was greeted immediately. The service was great. Our server checked on us a couple of times if we needed anything else and how the food was. The food was great. Nice ambiance. There are a lot of TVs around the restaurant and bar area. The pizza was freshly made. Their wings are a must-have. We did a takeout the first time we went here during the winter season. Pizza was also top-notch.

Went here after not being able to find a location to accommodate our party size and I am so happy we did! The servers were extremely nice and our wait time was accurate. The wait time for our food was a little long but given that the place was absolutely packed it made sense. All of us were able to get our own personalized pizzas / food, and my calzone was absolutely incredible! Fun atmosphere, great food, great for groups. I would love to go here again. They also offer a discount on the candy shop next door with proof of purchase! Shown is a calzone with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, and extra onions. I don't know if it shows in the picture but the calzone was huge! It was easily the size of my head.

The food was delicious! The pizza was nice and crispy the wings were good even though they had no sauce, the seasoning was good. The micheladas!! We're very good. The service was good they took a minute to bring out our food but once they did they made sure to come around and ask if we needed anything. The ambiance was nice the live music was a plus. Kid friendly and dog friendly :)

Came here for a quick lunch on a weekend and it was anything but quick. It was like the busiest place in Big Bear Village. Long lines to put your name down and long lines just to wait to get a seat. I wondered why it was so popular and so busy. It's just a sports bar pizza and wings type of place. After waiting an hour, yep an hour! Insane! Finally got a table but it was outside, but will take it since I was starving. They have heaters outside, but when there is a breeze it can get cold. The food came out pretty quick after ordering. Crispy and fully loaded pizzas is what you get here. Each pizza is close to $18+ depending on your toppings. Get the mozzarella sticks. They are the cheesiest cheese sticks ever and the longest cheese pull! If you are willing to bear the wait, give it a try. Be sure to save your receipt for 10% off next door at North Pole for dessert!

The wings were definitely the highlight of the meal. The wings were delicious, the pizza needed a couple more minutes in the oven, it was good, very basic. The service was great our waitress was very kind and she suggested the parm wings which again were the highlight of the meal. The michelada was terrible, the mix they use was more of a Bloody Mary. Overall it was good experience I would come back for the wings.

This place was good! Reasonable prices for good food. Extra points because the server gave me this mountain of ranch when I asked for ranch on the side!

It was snowing and cold, and too early to check into our AirBnb, so my boyfriend and I were wandering around The Village at Big Bear to browse. Eventually we got hungry. My boyfriend was inspired by a stranger passing by with a box of pizza and that's how we found ourselves at Saucy Mama's. There was a long wait, very common for this area, but we got extremely lucky scooping up these 2 seats at the bar area. It beats waiting forever in general and some of the people who wait still get stuck with cold outdoor seating. The bar had TVs playing the football playoffs on the day of our visit. The environment was definitely conversational loud. Service is a little slow, but we were so relieved getting seats that we didn't mind. We shared 6-piece Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings ($12), 6-piece Mozzarella Sticks, and a medium 12" Wendy's Works Pizza ($22). The wings and mozzarella sticks came out first. We demolished it. Like wow, either we were starving or the food was incredible. I really liked that intense garlic flavor on the garlic parmesan wings. It came with three skinny carrots. It would have been nicer with a few celery sticks or more carrots. The mozzarella sticks were warm and the cheese pull was incredible. The Wendy's works pizza came with pepperoni, sausage, onions, green peppers, olives, and tomatoes. It was pretty good, but we both agreed we would have loved it more without the tomatoes. I was dipping the pizza into the garlic parmesan excess from the wing sauce and it was even better. We had 3 slices left over that served us well later on in the weekend. I was warned before going up to Big Bear that there would be tourist pricing and the risk of the food being mediocre, so I feel like we lucked out finding a decent priced and tasty spot for our first meal in Big Bear.

Went in for dinner on a Saturday night, no wait at all. It was a slow weekend for big bear due to the fires. But this place is very good! I had the three cheese pesto tortellini. It was good. It was missing a protein. I wish they would offer that. And my husband's rolled lasagna was good but the sausage was a little overpowering. Would definitely come back again Next time we come to big bear.

delicious pizza and wings! we ordered a large side of garlic parm wings while we waited for the pizza. The wings were meaty and seasoned well. Perfect balance of a crispy outside and juicy inside. We also ordered a medium meat lovers and it was really packed to the brim with meat. The cheese pull was excellent. service was great, we came in a few minutes after opening and our server was great. he brought out as many shirley temples as my nephews wanted since it was unlimited refills. the ambiance was super chill. we happily sat inside to beat the heat. side note: if you bring your receipt to the ice cream and chocolate store next door you get 10% off!

Came here after a fun day in the snow with my kiddos. I was quoted 3 hours for my party of 4 which is ok because we wanted to walk around and do some shopping. My issue is that they have no process in place to reach out to their waiting guest. They write your name and party size down on a notepad and you have to just keep coming back every hour to see if you've been called. So after about 3 hours of waiting we went back to check our place in line only to be told that they just called our name and gave away our table. We had to wait another 30 mins to be seated. If this establishment had the technology to take down their guests phone numbers and then could call or text them when their table was ready then it would eliminate a huge pain for what seemed to be everyone waiting. Now once you get seated service is pretty fast, it took about 10mins for our pizza's to come out. Everyone enjoyed their food except for the French fries. The kids didn't touch them I think it was because the fries were thicker cut and not the skinny ones that they're use to. A small pizza which is advertised as being 18" inches is a personal pie that looked more like 12" inches and cost $20. $20 for a small pizza isn't that practical for me, places like Pieology only charge $12 with unlimited toppings. Next time we'll order Dominos because for the price and experience (total bill was $75 for fries, 2 small pizzas and 1 medium pizzas plus three hours of waiting) it isn't worth it.

I'm really glad I decided to check this place out. The food and beer were really good, very filling. The service was exceptional. The host and waiter were very helpful and nice!

Service was phenomenal and fast. Pizza was incredible, the sauce had so much flavor. Wings were fantastic; we had the garlic Parmesan and the teriyaki and they were delightfully crispy. Draft beer had a slightly metallic after taste.

We've eaten here many times over the last 7 years or so. We've tried a lot on their menu, we haven't been fans of any of the food besides their pizza and garlic parmesan fries, that's their specialty foods for sure! I love that they will make me a crust-less pizza in a pan. We come here every time we visit Big Bear. We love us some Saucy Mamas!

Food quality and atmosphere was beyond GOOD! All quality ingredients. Salad was excellent not overdressed. Pizza flavor was excellent, presentation excellent, crust taste excellent but unfortunately the bottom was not as crispy as I would have hoped. Good quality cheese. The Meatball appetizer was excellent but would have been even better with a few pieces of toasted Italian bread on the side or possibly 2 bread sticks made from Pizza Dough. Service was great. We had an amazingly beautiful server, a definite 10. I wanted a photo for this review like I do on other reviews but sorry guys, she declined. You will have to go see for yourself.

Was recommended to try this spot out by a local when I was up in Big Bear this week for a wedding (she overheard us talking about pizza places), and we ended up going for lunch yesterday. We got there pretty much right at open so the place wasn't too busy yet. The food was delicious. We went with the pepperoni pizza, garlic bread, and fried raviolis. Everything was excellent. The food was packed with flavor and those fried raviolis are the best I've ever had - delicious with or without the dipping sauce and absolutely stuffed with cheese. Super glad we listened to the recommendation and made it there during our trip.

real good food, very busy so expect to wait! yes, the wait is worth it! i was vacationing in big bear with some friends when we came across this restaurant in the village. the setup is really cozy and the food looked divine. the enjoyment of the patrons on the patio sold the food for me we did a phone order, which was painless. they picked up fast and took our order down. the issue was arriving here. for phone orders i recommend coming in through the back of the restaurant facing the back outdoor seating/parking lot rather than the side facing the village. once inside, wait by the cash registers in between the back doors and the restrooms. i learned this after asking a team member. it was a bit difficult asking for help. it's quite busy so most team members were avoidant. the team member i did ask was leaving for break i think but was sweet enough to answer my question. now the food... WOW!! we got a medium BYO pep and mushroom pizza, and an order of pizza fries. in total we spent about $35 which i thought was a fair deal. the pizza had a nice rich tomato sauce, fresh toppings and a nice stretchy cheese. the fries were delicious but a bit cobbled together. i was a bit disappointed by the uneven toppings for the fries but the flavor was immaculate, so im not factoring it in much. overall, for how busy the spot was, i was very satisfied. reasonable prices and great food.

This is the best Pizza in BB. I will definitely grab a pie next time I'm in Town. I will be bringing friends and family.

Typically a long wait but thanks to our wonderful Hostess for being efficient and seating us quickly. Great service, great food and awesome vibe.

My mom and I came by on a Monday around 5, and we were seated right away. (I guess all the reviews about the horrible wait times are from the weekends/peak hours, maybe.) We came right after a long hike through the mud and snow, so we ordered a medium "make-your-own" pizza with four toppings, spaghetti, and garden salad--finished most. The food came out quickly, hot and delicious. I liked the size and portion of the chicken topping on the pizza, and my mom particularly liked the meat sauce for the spaghetti (with garlic bread). The salad was... a salad, nothing special, but we wanted something green and crunchy to balance out the carb bombing. It was worth ordering, IMO. I'm not picky about what a place looks like or what kind of music it plays, so I don't remember enough to comment... but I do think it was very much a typical sports bar vibe. One of the walls was decorated with vinyl covers (I think?), which was cool. The host who seated us and the waitress who helped our table were both friendly, too. So, overall, it made for a pleasant dinner experience for two very hungry bears. Will return, for sure, when I'm in the area.

Oh my gosh I was so glad we tried this place last night. We were pleasantly surprised! Helpful tip: they have a nice back patio! We did a cheese pizza and the Mac n cheese pizza. The dough was superb! The pizza wasn't greasy. The flavors were excellent. Will be back again soon!

This is the best pizza place in Big Bear! The drinks and food are delicious! Ordered pizza and wings and had a couple beers and it was all delicious. The place does get packed so expect to wait a little. Luckily there are shops nearby that you can visit while you wait!

Saucy Mama's delivers an amazing pizza experience with flavors that truly stand out. While the pricing for their large pizzas, which feel more medium-sized, is on the higher side, the exceptional taste, particularly of the meat lovers and BBQ chicken pizzas, compensates for it. The odd presentation of the meat lovers pizza, with a misaligned slice, was a bit peculiar. It looks like a slice was eaten and then replaced. The garlic bread was decent but nothing extraordinary. Despite being overpriced, the quality of the flavors justifies giving this place a try. The busy atmosphere and limited parking are small challenges, but the staff's niceness adds to the overall positive experience at this vibrant pizza shop.

Came up to Big Bear on a last minute trip. We were hungry and our boy wanted pizza. Stopped at Saucy Mama based on the name. Food was very good, service was good. Pizza they do not skimp on the ingredients which was a pleasant surprise. Stop here you will not be disappointed

Some good choices for pizza, and decent selection of beers. It had a ton of seating, which was good because it was a busy place. That said it may have been too busy, because it took us some time to discern who was helping our table, and who would respond when we had requests. A good place to watch the game.

- Ordered for pickup. Not the most attentive but I understand they were some what busy and most likely short staffed from what I can tell. Took a good while to have someone get to me (15mins). - Thicker crust pizza. - Ingredients was good not great. - Pizza really smoggy and floppy. I like my pizza super crispy with no flop and thin crust. This is opposite of what I prefer. - Overall, small size 14" for a large for $27, not the best value and given the texture it was alright. Average pizza overall 3/5, nothing special but not the button of the barrel. - Service: 2/5 - Taste profile: 3/5 - Value: 2/5

We were there on a Thursday evening. Open tables and immediate seating. There's a small outdoor patio for anyone with pets. Nice selection of tap beers. We ordered one medium half Diane's Margherita and half BBQ Ranch chicken pizza. The other pizza was half Tracy's Choice (hawaiian) and half Kayla's Combo. The bottom crust was crispy and the toppings abundant. When asked for the ranch dressing they delivered a mountain of it. The Baked Mac and Cheese was a hit with a thick cheese topping. I personally loved all the LP album covers on the walls. We would definitely come back when in Big Bear.

The restaurant was very busy when we arrived, but we were able to get seated fairly quickly. We were seated at high tops near the bar. Lots of TVs playing sportsball games. We shared a pizza and a salad. Both were a good size for sharing and we even had leftovers to take home. It's a fairly casual dining experience with a paper towel roll on each table. Didn't have any issues with service even though it was very busy.

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed Saucy Mama's! The food was great as was the service. The environment was wonderful too. Very cheery: servers and the music! We sat out on the patio and the breeze was fantastic this June afternoon. We ordered a medium pizza with the BBQ and Garlic Parmesan chicken wings along with an antipasto salad. The pizza was nice and toasty at the bottom. Just the way we like it! We're up here on a brief vacation, but when we're back, we'll be sure to stop by again!

The food was great def would come back the salad was the best the servers was sweet but i loved the energy of the place overall

Pizza was very thick with goodies! We personally wish there was more sauce, it was a little dry. Get there early If eating there. Small indoor seating and small outdoor seating. We got our pizza to go, we ordered 2 hours earlier. And they were on time. Parking is difficult. The street that they are on is full of restaurants. Would I go back? Yes, but I would ask for extra sauce.

The vibe of the place is good but the pizza were ok! They need to give more attention to their pizzas and serve better quality food.

This place used to be amazing. I gave it a four star because the pizza is still really good. The service however is OK. It could be better but they have a tons of teens working there so I get it. The atmosphere of the place is very cute and modern, not a bad place to eat considering the pizza is very good

Was pressed for time. Nd ordered the main pizza featured on their website (supreme?). The pizza sauce had good flavor and was generously applied. The toppings were tasty and plentiful, even if they fell just short of the pizza in the picture. The crust was airy and soft, but thoroughly cooked. The cheese had a nice bite, good flavor and just the right amount of stringiness. The pizza had a nice freshness and lightness which added to its appeal. My to go order came up exactly as promised. The staff I encountered were courteous, helpful and engaging and not lacking in smiles. The ambiance inside made me wish my order wasn't "to go." The lighting, brick walls, arty picture arrangements, murals and wooden architectural elements are well designed and come together to create an ambiance that borders on magical. And I've been thinking about their pizza ever since.

Great spot I discovered today. Service was amazing ... food was fresh and delicious... I'll be back!

I've never been to a pizzeria that had such small portions before. Ordered to feed friends and family. Their "Large" pizzas were 12" at best. Very dishonest to list portions sizes for pizza by the slice instead of by actual size. Pizza was mediocre. Mozzarella sticks were tiny and floppy and assuredly frozen. Fried raviolis were also frozen. Fettuccine Alfredo, the chicken we paid extra for was as hard as a rock. All of the portions were extremely small and fast food pizza tastes better. We also ordered the sauce on the wings and got plain wings with sauce on the side. Would not recommend to anyone. I have no idea how this place got the reviews it has but I'm sure they paid for them.

I recently dined at Saucy Mamas, and I must say, the experience was fantastic! The pizza was absolutely delicious - truly some of the best I've ever had. The crust was perfectly crispy, the toppings were fresh and flavorful, and every bite was a delight. The service was equally impressive. Ritchie was our server, and he was amazing. He was attentive, friendly, and went out of his way to ensure we had a great dining experience. His recommendations were spot-on, and his positive attitude made our visit even more enjoyable. If you're looking for a place with amazing pizza and top-notch service, Saucy Mamas is the spot to be. I highly recommend it and will definitely be returning soon!

We've made stops here for a pizza dinner night for the last 4-5 years now. The pizza was previously just so-so, but tonight, we dug in and we're met with buttery crisp pizza dough and great cheese topping on both the mushrooms and black olives. The front hostess was inundated in a Saturday night, as she should be and handled it well. The waitress, Abby was on the ball and pleasant as could be. The night was slammed and a bit noisy, again, just like a busy bar should be on Saturday night. High marks all around.; B+

We came in Sunday to watch some football games and Abel the bartender took great care of us. Feeling pretty disappointed across the street at one of the brewery's we walked in here very pleased. Had some drinks ate some food and made some friends. Had a great time I forgot to take pictures of anything. I'll definitely be back when in town again.

Delicious! We ordered a large pizza with half Oktoberfest and half cheeseburger. Fresh ingredients and very tasty. Friendly service and nice comfortable atmosphere. Very happy

This pizza was sooooooooooo good! Great price $25 for a large. Large enough to share with two people easily. Got the Wendy's works. Ingredients are fresh and tasty and they pile them on while being cooked to perfection. Nice fluffy crunchy crust. Pepperoni was the star. Very flavorful. Service was on point super nice and fast. Even offered a to go soda. There's indoor seating with comfy booth and tables for larger parties and outdoor patio. Family friendly and great music. I would come here again and again. Highly recommend!!!

Good service, nice people, efficient, delicious food. Pizza, wings and Caesar salad are 10/10

The pizza here is the best and the service is beyond amazing. The environment is really nice if you like louder places, we personally do. They have the games going on as well. Abby is very friendly and with her service she made dinner even better.