I would have like this place execpt the owners are very stuck up and think they are God type people. they look down on the locals and think no one knows what they are talking about. they instantly think you are stupid if you don't like what comes out of their kitchen. Their screaming kid in the kitchen doesn't help... more

I don't normally write reviews on any Big Bear business because I own a business here and I use this account to help others who post on this site with questions about Big Bear, but I just had to write about Madlons. I have lived permanently in Big Bear for a number of years and have never eaten at Madlons... more

I ate at this restaurant a few weeks ago and was delighted with the service and quality of food. For a Friday night the restaurant was very slow, however the service and food was great. I had the filet which was awesome. Overall, this place exceeded my expectations and I have been thinking of the food ever since. It was... more

It was very strange. My friend and I arrived at 5:30 for dinner and the place was empty. We walked in and the hostess asked us if we had reservations. When I realized she was being serious, I told her 'no.' She said we could be seated at 8:00. We left in bewilderment and will not be coming back. Two... more

We were starving after a day of snowboarding and just happened to see the cute little restaurant on our way to our cabin. We returned that evening and were very happy to hear that they could seat us (after a bit of a wait) without reservations. I will say this...that night, the service was S-L-O-W. We were very hungry and... more

Probably the best restaurant in Big Bear! more

Simply awesome and unexpected in the mountains more

I've been traveling up the hill for experiances I can't find in the flat lands. Madlon's is everything I hoped it would be and more. A fine dining taste with a comfortable atmosphere. Madlon's is my new dining choice on the hill. more

We must not have been going to the same restaurant as everyone else. We live here and eat at Madlons a couple times a month. Up until recently the place has been very good by Big Bear standards. But, something has changed. The quality doesn't seem to be as good as it used to be. The staff is still attentive... more