Maggio's Pizza Big Bear review for casual family meals

Local dining descriptions say Maggio's prepares its pizza dough and sauce on site and uses brick-deck ovens.

Visitors commonly describe it as a long-running family choice with generous portions. The setting is simple and receives less attention than the food.

Maggio's Pizza is a restaurant located at 42160 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315. The establishment offers a variety of pizza options, including specialty pies and the ability for customers to create their own. They also provide gluten-free preparation for both pizza and pasta, catering to different dietary needs.

Among their specialty pizzas are the house special, Mediterranean, South of the Border, Old Country Vegetarian, barbecue chicken, and pesto primavera. For those who prefer other Italian dishes, Maggio's Pizza serves calzones with various fillings, such as Italian sausage, meatball, vegetables, barbecue chicken, and pesto primavera. Pasta lovers can choose from spaghetti, linguine, fettuccine, mostaccioli, lasagna, ravioli, and other pasta selections.

Offerings and service

Beyond pizza and pasta, Maggio's Pizza also offers a selection of hot and cold subs and sandwiches. The restaurant provides carryout and delivery services, allowing customers to enjoy their meals at home or on the go. The restaurant suits families looking for a pizza night.

The restaurant is known for its in-house prepared dough and sauce, baked in a brick deck oven. The establishment is situated about 1.1 miles from Snow Summit's main address.

Dining alternatives in Big Bear Lake

If you are looking for different dining experiences in Big Bear Lake, several other establishments are reviewed on this site. These suit a range of dining occasions.

Casual and quick bites

For a swift meal, Tropicali is a restaurant in Big Bear Lake that provides a quick lunch option. It is reviewed on this site and suits those seeking a speedy bite.

Sit-down meals and special occasions

For a more polished dinner setting, consider Peppercorn Grille. This Big Bear Lake restaurant offers a dining experience suited for those seeking a refined evening meal.

Sweet Basil Bistro is another option in Big Bear Lake, reviewed on this site. It is suggested for those planning a date night, offering a different ambiance for a romantic outing.

Captains Anchorage is also available for review on this site. This Big Bear Lake restaurant is best for a special-occasion dinner.

Sauces and salads

Maggio's Pizza offers a variety of sauces to complement their dishes, including pesto, Alfredo, barbecue, extra-virgin olive oil, teriyaki, and spinach-artichoke. For those seeking lighter options, they provide several salads such as antipasto, shrimp, tuna, mesquite chicken, garden, pasta, and seafood-pasta salads. To dress these salads, Maggio's Pizza lists homemade Italian, ranch, and bleu-cheese dressings.

Preparation and offerings

The pizzeria is noted for preparing its sauce and dough fresh daily. Their calzones are made by filling thin pizza dough with sauce, mozzarella, and chosen ingredients before folding and baking. Maggio's Pizza also extends its services to catering, accommodating both everyday meals and special events.

Maggio's Pizza is located at 42160 Big Bear Blvd in the city of Big Bear Lake. This is approximately 1.1 miles from Snow Summit's main address. The town is accessible via three main routes: State Route 330 through Highland, State Route 38 through Redlands, and State Route 18 through Lucerne Valley.

Public parking is available in Big Bear Lake at several locations, including lots on Bartlett Road, Knickerbocker Road, and Pennsylvania Road. The Alden Lot, situated behind the Dynasty restaurant, is another option.

For those relying on public transport, the Big Bear trolley offers a free service connecting various points of interest such as grocery stores, restaurants, recreation areas, ski resorts, and The Village. Mountain Transit's Red Line also provides service, linking The Village with areas like Moonridge, Bear Mountain, Snow Summit, Big Bear City, Sugarloaf, and Erwin Lake. Mountain Transit vehicles are wheelchair accessible and have bicycle racks.

Chain controls can change rapidly. It is advised that drivers check Caltrans QuickMap or the Caltrans highway-conditions service before commencing their journey. Winter drivers should also carry traction devices and adhere to all posted chain-control signs.