The Cookshak

09/22/2026

We're gonna be taking a little time off next week. The Cookshak will be closed this Thursday, Sept. 24th, through Sunday, Sept. 27th.

We'll re-open Thursday, Oct. 1st

09/13/2026

Hello Cookshak family!
As summer comes to a close we're changing our Sunday hours to reflect the shorter coming days.
Starting today The Cookshak hours are as follows:
Thursday through Saturday
12pm-7pm
Sunday
12pm-5pm.
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We hope everyone has an amazing summer!
Cheers to a happy and comfy autumn season!

09/12/2026

Due to a private catering event, the Cookshak will be closing at 5pm Saturday Sept.12th.
We will open Sunday Sept. 13th at 12pm

09/10/2026

Come on out and get our 12 hour slow smoked brisket or any other meat!!! We hope to see you here! We are open from 12-7 in the patio of the elks lodge!

08/21/2026

The Cookshak: the best BBQ in Big Bear Lake, CA. Order directly online today for takeout or delivery. Save money, support local business!

08/17/2026

We would like to let you know that the cookshak will be closing at 4:30pm on Friday, August 21st, and Saturday, August 22nd, due to large catering events.

If you would like us to cater your event, please visit our website

The Cookshak: the best BBQ in Big Bear Lake, CA. Order directly online today for takeout or delivery. Save money, support local business!

08/16/2026

It's a lazy Sunday afternoon! Come on down to the Cookshak for some of the best BBQ on the mountain! Come early, we usually sell out fast on Sundays! We open at noon!

08/14/2026

Come on down to get yourself some BBQ!!!

08/14/2026

We would like to remind everyone that The Cookshak is take out, patio dining, or delivery only.

We are located in the patio behind the Elks Lodge. Look for our "OPEN" flag on the West side of the building.