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Bear's Steakhouse

4.2 (76 reviews)
Ultra High-EndSteakhouses
Closed • 5:30 pm - 8:30 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups

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The Tiramisu
Happy N.

Bear Steakhouse came across my radar when I was searching steakhouses located in Upstate New York. The majority of customers/reviewers gave the establishment positive remarks. Being a skeptic, I decided to reserve a table and see what the rave was about. The inside of the restaurant is reasonably smaller compared to other steakhouses that I have been to. However, this is beneficial to the customers, as the staff is able to tend to everyone's needs. Both the waiter and waitress were very familiar with the menu. Being a new guest myself, I welcomed their recommendations. During my time at Bear Steakhouse, I had the Fresh Mozzarella with Roasted Peppers and Tomatoes, the Beef and Vegetable Soup, and the Prime Rib. All three plates were very delicious and they arrived to the table in a spread out time. This was good as it allowed the time to enjoy and digest every dish. Although I didn't have enough room for dessert, I did order the Tiramisu to go. This also did not disappoint. In the end, I'll admit that the reviewers were not exaggerating when they posted their stories about Bear Steakhouse. I look forward to my next meal here.

Filet Mignon
Alexander S.

This place was fantastic! Way off the beaten path, it is very tricky to get reservations as most nights there are only two seatings. It's a very small dining room with less than 15 total tables, but the atmosphere is very relaxed and conducive to sitting and enjoying your meal. The menu is very limited but everything on it is worthwhile. We ordered an assortment of items that were recommended or we saw every other table ordering and nothing disappointed. The beef/vegetable soup I can EASILY say is the best soup dish I have ever had. The shrimp cocktail was excellent,huge shrimp, and the cocktail sauce, very obviously, uses fresh horseradish. The filet mignon was seasoned and cooked perfectly with potatoes and carrots both delicious. We also had someone get the Delmonico steak which was, without exaggerating the saline of his face. We ended with a four berry cobbler which was fantastic. The waiters were courteous, attentive, great personalities and happy to give recommendations. If you can get in here it is worth the price and the trip. 10/10 would recommend.

Tiramisu
Christina M.

Château Briand was delicious, tender rare beef, carrots crispy and potatoes well seasoned ...... $135 for the 2 person portion but had enough for two more meals, we took it home with us. We had a long drive back home so we skipped on any alcohol. Worth mentioning is that the water tasted like it came out of a garden hose even with the lemon we requested. We should have known better, but still ordered the coffee with dessert which oddly was only a half pour that neither one of us finished anyways. Service was exceptional and very friendly (found out later he was the owner). The bartender was super nice too! Without asking, she came over to give us more whip cream for our tiramisu (SOOOOOO YUMMY).... We appreciated her attention to detail and humor. I would have given it overall a 5 star rating if not for the ill repaired, outdated bathroom (missing hand towels, a mirror, and kind of a mess). The dining room was quaint, but outdated and lacked appeal for a meal that cost $186 after tax, and $215 after gratuity. It's not the price we scoffed at one bit..... the meal and service and was wonderful. If back home in Rochester we paid that price, we would most likely been in a fancier upscale establishment. Side note: as nice as the owner and bartender were to US, overhearing them gossip and talk about multiple local patrons was not very professional or nice. For us it was a one and done.

Delmonico steak with potatoes & carrots

Awesome dinner on Friday, 3/1/24. They serve dinner once on Thursday & Friday and twice on Saturdays. Our reservations were booked in December. It's worth the wait!! Upon arrival we were greeted by a friendly staff, a full bar & a dining room with seating for around 60. We ordered off their menu as there was only 2 of us. Our next visit will be for their specialty! The steaks (filet & delmonico) we ordered were decadent & cooked to perfection. Portions are very generous & include carrots and potatoes along with a fresh salad and fresh baked bread. The desserts are prepared in house & were also spot on. The chocolate cream pie was a perfect end to our meal. We'll be back for sure! Allow 3-6 weeks for reservations though!

Molly C.

We had a lovely dinner at the bears tonight. Party of four and we had chateaubriand for two and prime rib for two. First of all, the service was impeccable. Our waiter, I believe his name was John, was very welcoming and accommodating, friendly and helpful! He helped with our wine selections which were great, and incredibly reasonably priced for the size of the pour ! The mozzarella appetizer was very delicious. We skipped the salad because we didn't want to fill up. Then the meal came, and it was so much food. We were expecting too much food, but this was enough food for a party 4x our size. The ambience at The Bears is cozy and it was a great experience. Although we were too full for dessert, we managed to order some desserts which were insane and I am not even a dessert person. The pies were divine. Oh I forgot to mention they brought out beef stew on the house which would have been a meal in and of itself. They graciously agreed to wrap the beef stew (even giving my friend extra to take home!) as it was delicious but we didn't want to fill up before the main course. Great Saturday night at the bears !!!!!!!!

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Melinda W.

So. Much. Food. That is my main feeling after leaving the Bear's. But I am also singing the praises of the chateaubriand to anyone who will listen. It was one of the most tender, well seasoned, absolutely delicious preparations I've had in a long time. I wish I could say the same about the rest of the meal, which bordered on being kind of average. Shrimp cocktail appetizers were fine. The starting salad was extremely generic (and could benefit from some interesting homemade dressings or something). The potatoes and carrots served with the meat were forgettable. I get that the meat is the main attraction, and rightly so, but they could really put more effort into the accompaniments. I will say that my dessert (a peanut butter cream pie) was excellent. And I loved our server. Actually, the whole vibe of the restaurant in a cozy house setting is lovely, and the special occasion joy of a giant platter of meat being brought to your table is worth a visit. But be prepared to spend a bit of cash, and stay focused on the house specialities for the best experience.

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Everything always goes well! Food, wine choices, drink choices, deserts. Service is the best too!

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