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Cedar Glen Malt Shop

29125 Hook Creek Rd, Cedar Glen, Lake Arrowhead, CA 92321
909-337-6640
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Ranked #1 of 2 restaurants in Cedar Glen
Cuisines: Dessert, Hamburgers, Ice Cream
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- Jun 16, 2013
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san diego, ca
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21 reviews 21 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

We decided to try out this place after reading all the great reviews. I'm not sure how this could be the same place everyone raved about. The menu offered lots of fun choices. Unfortunately it was all inedible. Everything we had was either overcooked, under seasoned or both. It was at least 10 degrees hotter inside the diner, and the... More

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South Pasadena, California, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013

This is an authentic throwback to simpler times, sort of like what Ruby's tries to be if it were authentic and not an effort to replicate what this is. It's a rustic mountain roadside place, narrow, with a counter inside and a few tables. It was busy the entire time we were there, and it was fun. The food is... More

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Lake Arrowhead Ca
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

Always great it's the only place my son will want to go for burgers !! The Owner is a bit sketchy ! Service is always good unless the owner is working. The busser Riley is great !!

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San Diego, California
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26 reviews 26 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

Middle of the week and I had to log-in and write a review because I couldn't stop thinking about the Cedar Glen Malt Shop. Smallish place, legit diner. Yes, off the beaten path but beloved. Everyone we've ever had up to Arrowhead wants to go back there ASAP next visit. Tasty range of burgers (and even veggie substitutions) and inventive... More

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Torrance, California
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15 restaurant reviews
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

We love going to the Cedar Glen Malt Shop for burgers and fries (freshly-made) and their amazing Malts! It has been a mountain institution since the '40's -- off the beaten path and easy to miss -- but is just as good as ever. Do yourself a favor and get a MALT. You'll be glad you did!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2013 via mobile

My wife and I were absolutely delighted to find the Cedar Glen Malt Shop, tucked back along the roadside...we had discovered it listed on tripadvisor and headed out toward Cedar Glen from our cottage in Lake Arrowhead around dusk. A mere 10 minutes later, my wife spotted Elvis and Marilyn Monroe (good thing, as otherwise we would have driven right... More

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Cedar Glen, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

Great burgers, terrific malts, takes you back to the 50's diner days. Been part of the mountain communities for many many years. You will love it!

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Los Angeles, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 25, 2012

This is a typical 50's style diner including being able to sit at a bar and have hamburgers. Menu is fairly limited but very good. Even better than the hamburgers we liked the patty melt. Definitely would recommend as a unique place to visit in Arrowhead.

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Running Springs
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6 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2012

I love their burgers and shakes - The seating is fun and open and the environment takes me back to my younger days sitting in diner's back in Phily. Do give it a try.

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Blue Jay
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6 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 2, 2012

You'll love this little malt shop!!!! It's been a family favorite for years...and a place we go to for "date night" because it's casual and fun. There's a 50's theme - complete with Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe life-size cut-outs marking the restrooms. The burgers are fabulous - I always get the 57 Chevy. The onion rings are great...and DO... More

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