Captains Anchorage

About the Business

Specialties

Experience Fine Dining in a Rustic Stone and Log Retreat. Shrimp Diablo, Prime Rib, Filet Mignon, Crab Legs The Captains Anchorage Restaurant has been a Big Bear Lake tradition since 1947. Step back in time to the "Big Bear of Yesteryear" while enjoying great food and a relaxing ambiance. Originally known as the Sportsman's Tavern, the restaurant has witnessed years of history, entertained Hollywood celebrities, and is the home of a cool and friendly "Ghost" by the name of George. Be aware that George may be your unexpected dinner guest, as he evidentally feels that Captains Anchorage Restaurant is his home, too. Listen for the tales from the long time staff and dinner guests about George's appearances since the days when he was the Sportsman's accountant. The Captain's Anchorage is proud to serve only the best cuts of Steaks and Prime Rib Certified Angus Beef®.

History

Established in 1947.

When first built in 1946, the restaurant was known as the "Sportsman's Tavern". In the ensuing 70 years since, the establishment has weathered fires, gambling, and an innocuous ghost. Many stories are told of the ghost's antics. Most employees are not rattled by his rattling of pots and pans, nor his propensity for loudly tromping upstairs anymore, but his habit of hiding silverware, glasses, and other common items can still be aggravating at times! Our ghost's name is George. The most mysterious aspect about him is the fact no one actually knows how he died. He is rumored to have committed suicide, but local lore notes that he was suspected of having embezzled quite a pocketful of cash before his mysterious death, so who knows? George was an accountant for the Sportsman's Tavern when it was owned by Andy Devine, famous for his role as "Jingles" in The Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok television series.