I've lived in the neighborhood of blackbear diner for the last 20 years me and my family used to come here every single Saturday like clockwork, but ever since the order started getting wrong staff started getting more aggressive with their attitudes. We stopped coming now that my father has passed and we no longer do a lot of oriented Saturdays. We completely stopped coming to blackbear diner not to mention how the staff is now and they are extremely rude. I came to do a DoorDash order. It wasn't even ready. They told me it would be a few minutes. A few minutes turned into 10 minutes. Next thing you know I'm there for 15 minutes and I actually got asked about 15 different times what I was there for The staff is forgetful and the assistant manager or the manager or whoever the lady is walking around in an orange shirt is extremely rude. I would give zero stars if I could if you want to save half the money on breakfast go to (first watch) read more

First the restaurant was clean and greeted quickly. The food was a great value for the price Tiffany our server was extremely proficient and took good care of us. read more

Went for dinner here last night for a belated birthday. I ordered the chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, and onion rings. With the exception of the onion rings, a pretty TASTELESS plate of food. The gravy was like a paste with no flavor, and the potatoes had no flavor, as well. The chicken fried steak was the same, lacking flavor. If I were to guess, I would say that all of this food was prepackaged, probably sitting on a steam table in the back, I am the chicken fried steak was in a package and then cut open and fried to order. We had good service, but nothing to rave about. And the ambiance was casual with jukebox music playing. This place is one of MANY in the Black Bear Diner chain of restaurants, and worth AVOIDING for a dinner meal. read more

Vianney was great!! Great food great service. Very kind, courteous, very cutesy very demure

As always, great food. The fries were a little underdone especially since I asked for them well done which is the reason for only 4 stars. Our waitress, McKenzie was awesome! read more

This place normally has really good food. The breakfast is normally oversized so you can share on a Saturday morning well last Saturday I ordered my favorite breakfast the Grizz my surprise. I got two kids size pancakes ham slice wasn't cooked and the country potatoes had no seasoning and were raw. Thus I did not have a good Saturday breakfast. maybe they were just too busy just wanna let Black Bear know, consistency is the key. read more

Black Bear Diner Glendale - Kid size pancakes they came with the Grizz breakfast. - American Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

Manager and waitress seen arguing in the middle of the dining room. Ordered chicken strips, a burger, and a burrito and it didn't arrive after being there for 25 minutes. Ended up leaving. read more

Blackberry cobbler...looks yummy, right??? WRONG!!! We had a bad experience with a Black Bear Diner in California a few months ago, but decided to give it a try again since we just got to Phoenix and it was the only place open at 9pm that we knew would have pie (otherwise we would have gone to Mimi's Cafe, Cracker Barrel or Village Inn). WRONG!! Never again! Fool me once, shame on you - fool me twice, shame on me! Last time they had no idea what a Hot Turkey Sandwich was (they served me a heated turkey sandwich with fries instead of the mashed potato, gravy, bread and turkey open face kind). Neither the waitress nor the cook knew what was on THEIR menu!! This time...right on their menu were cute little bears holding up signs, each listing a different dessert specialty. I was excited to see the "Blackberry Cobbler" as that is what we had been craving on our three hour trip up from Tombstone. So we ordered them and excitedly took our first bites... WHAT IS THIS??? Cherry??? Not what we were expecting. So we put our spoons aside and asked if we could have the blackberry...but NOOOOO...they don't make blackberry any more. WHAT????? It's on the menu??!! The waitress says they've never had blackberry since she's worked there, but it's on the menu I say, oh...we're getting new menus she says - but that it's a mixed berry cobbler with berries and cherries. So on that, Walt says he'll keep his, even though he isn't thrilled and I exchange mine for a Coconut Cream one. It ends up there are NO BERRIES in Walt's pie, only cherries and not even good ones at that. My pie was two inches of cream and less than an inch of coconut filling. I'm done with Black Bear!!!! read more

Black Bear Diner Glendale - Supposed to be blackberry cobbler, but was cherry instead!! - American Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

Tuesday 3/4/25 we went in at 10:45 we were able to order lunch and ordered a cobb salad and advised waiter we would place 2 to go orders. she said she would get it when she brought our order. 35 min later we ordered the 2go order, waitress keep saying our salad was coming up. 45 min to get our salad and it didn't have bacon or croutons. it was good. we didn't get the to go order until about 12:10. i had to get the manager to get the food. time was ridiculous. waitress was the only one who said sorry. no excuse for the slowness of the kitchen staff. read more

First time here and what a find! We came here for breakfast on a Sunday morning. We had to wait about 10-15 mins, but we're then seated. The menu is pretty big and I was hungry. I ordered a chicken fried steak and my wife, the Veggie Omelette. The portions are huge and they have different sauces: papa Bear, Mama Bear and baby bear. All were tasty. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Hash browns were horrible. Really pretty uncooked. Really wouldnt even call these hasbrowns

I wish I had more hands so I could give this place 5 thumbs down Nice people not busy got seated right away Took 10 minutes before a server brought me a menu 10 more minutes to get me a glass of water 10 more minutes before she took my order Another 10 minutes went by for 2 pancakes and 2 eggs no meat Finally show up I try to put the put the butter packets they brought me in between her pancakes and the top pancake breaks open and is completely raw inside They gave me a thimble full of syrup for 3 pancakes 2 of which are uncooked. The thimble is so small the syrup spilled onto it then got on all the silverware I asked a passing server to get me another set up and bring me some napkins please I'm now 40 minutes into breakfast and I'm willing to eat half cooked pancakes and over cooked poached eggs while my silverware is covered in syrup. I wait for my server first 5 minutes then I take my silverware to the restroom passing the host on the way to wash the syrup off. I'm 45 minutes in and I'm still going to eat these pancakes So I get back to my seat after not seeing my server and what do I see The check for 12.79 no napkins no new silverware a check and a middle finger I walked out Fuck this place go to country boys much friendlier better prices and service no 45 minute waits Never giving it a second chance they don't give a fuck. read more

If I could give 0 stars I would. Sat for 10 minutes before server came to ask if we wanted anything to drink . Came back another 10 minutes later with water and took our order. From there it went south fast. 45 minutes later we got our breakfasts . Eggs were like warm and cold some parts. Potatos same , biscuit was hard but but now my diabetes number has dropped to 71 and knew I had to eat. Bacon was good. Husband omelette was the same as my scrambled eggs Luke warm at best and cold in spots. Obvious both plates sat under heat lamp for a while. Never have we had this horrible service of food. Manager was trying to make things right with customers but missed 1 . They say for 15 minutes no water no server it was like they in the abyss, they walked out and let it be known why. Cashier/ host was standing around going in back when customers came up to pay. Server would bring food after clearing table and leaving wet towels on table she was clearing. Makes me wonder how clean her hands were when she brought our Luke warm plates. Even though manager comes our meal trying to make it right. Doesn't forgive lukewarm food or forever wait times. Won't be back at the Glendale location for a long long time. read more

Great experience overall. The atmosphere was cozy. The service was readily available and helpful, especially Cindy. Also the food was filling and delicious. read more

We used to love this diner but today we were disappointed. Our food did not come out as expected (and server never came back to table) and the wait staff were more concerned with bussing tables than waiting on paying customers. Cross this restaurant off our list!! read more

Ordered stuffed blackberry French toast, Came cold. Asked to have it warmed up, brought it back after they put it in the microwave you know how bread gets hard when you microwave it? Needless to say I won't be eating here again. Biscuits and gravy was cold as well read more

Wow....Worst breakfast I have ever had and this after my wife and I had been coming for years. This was my first visit back since the passing of my wife. Greeted and sat quickly as always. The experience ended there I am sorry to say. I ordered steak and eggs with has browns extra crispy. When my meal arrived everything was wrong. My eggs were cold. I got home fries and not hash browns. My steak was medium rare on one end and the other end was raw. Which I showed the waitress and she agreed. I then had to ask for extra butter 2 times before I got it. I am sorry to say I will never be going back. I won't mention the name of the waitress out of respect. You need pay the same amount of attention to single people as you do to full tables. I am a GREAT tipper by the way and you missed it. Sorry Black Bear Diner you lost a valued customer.......... read more

Had myself some cinnamon roll French toast and it was incredible also, had some real homemade humongous hash browns which was so fresh and so crispy cred finished up with couple eggs over easy and fruit cup. Black bears to some really good comfort food and I love going in there and have for a long time. The service is really friendly and the food is all fresh. To get up in the Northwest Valley or near one of their locations it is definitely worth a stop as you will not be disappointed in out of their breakfast lunches or dinners as you two have any of the above anytime you want. read more

Black Bear Diner Glendale - American Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

Thanksgiving meal was horrible. I had to send my prime rib back and so did my mom. Mom ended up ordering it rear and still no pink. Point of prime rib is to be really pink. Potatoes taste like instant potatoes and the dressing was extremely dry. Will never go again. read more

I wish I go back in time and enjoy the time I spent at this place diner to be precise and enjoy my meal every day

We had a great Friday night dinner Waitress was very attentive Food was very good! Nice decor Will definitely return! read more

This evening was our first visit to this Black Bear Diner location and we will definitely be back! If you are looking for a wholesome home-cooked meal, this is the place to go. The food was delicious! We got the fish and chips and the open-faced turkey sandwich with mashed potatoes. The portions were big, enough for each of us to have leftovers for lunch tomorrow. The pricing was right for the amount of food you got. The staff was friendly and our waitress was very attentive. The only disappointment was they were out of everything we actually wanted! I wanted to try the huckleberry lemonade but our waitress said they were out of huckleberry. So I got raspberry instead. Then when our waitress came back we ordered the fried chicken and the tri tip dinner, and she informed us again, they were out. So that was highly disappointing but we still enjoyed the meals we ended up getting. On the way out, we grabbed a couple of their individual cream pies and look forward to digging into those tonight. read more

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Great food, Excellent service and Fantastic atmosphere!! Ideal place for a family dinner or breakfast get together with friends! read more

As a Rule I love Black Bear Diner. It was really cold in there. I ordered a Ham & cheese omelette with hash browns,& toast. The omelette was good and warm. The toast was warm and the hash browns were cold! I told a person that worked there and she brought me barely cooked hash browns! Come on! read more

Our food was delicious, the service was great, Tiffany was nonstop taking care of customers. She was flexible with menu substitutions. The atmosphere was relaxed and family friendly. We've been to this location in the past, usually for breakfast and we've never had anything but excellent food and service. read more

The meatloaf was crunchy. It was mostly uncooked vegetables and not much meat will never order it again.

Cindy Ray is taking good care of us this morning, and this place is too darn cute not to enjoy! Except the wait! Expect one during peak times as this is a popular place. Food is good and there is no denying that. Everything cooked perfectly. Service great. It's become our go to spot when we have the time. read more

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Our first time here....always look for a restaurant unlike what we have at home when traveling. On a whim I selected Black Bear. Glad I did. Our meals were fantastic. The stuffed french toast is to die for, and the pancakes are wonderful. The waitress was extremely kind and did a wonderful job. Sure wish I could remember her name?? The only downside is that we thought it was just a tad pricey for breakfast. Our bill was $40 for two of us. Not saying we would never go back because I'm sure we would if in the area again knowing that it was great food, but it is a bit pricier than other places. read more

Where to begin; First, I waited to get seated with staff walking by me like I was invisible for atleast 10 minutes. Then, when I was seated my drink order was taken and I was promptly ignored for another 15 minutes. I ordered the small portion tri tip and a bowl of chili. Chili was okay..I didn't get my cornbread but i never saw anyone until i was ready to leave to say anything. Tri tip not horrible but the garlic marinade was overpowering and that's from someone that eats raw garlic. Kind of a dingy flavor, like it had been sitting in marinade for days. The gravy was very bitter, there's two ways that happens; you burn the roux, or it has been cooking on heat so long it breaks down the beef proteins into amino acids. This gravy for sure came from a packet so that pretty much narrows it down. Potatoes were OK. Green beans were the star of this tragicomedy with bacon in them. Upon leaving I was thinking hey, maybe they're a breakfast and dessert specialty place....I'll try a slice and see if that helps. 9 DOLLARS FOR A PIECE OF CARROT CAKE. 9 DOLLARS, AND IT'S AVERAGE. DO NOT EAT HERE. read more

Come on in we're open to all. Those smells coming from the kitchen, all are welcome to enjoy the aromas that penetrate deep into your psyche. Who remembers when mama used to cook for the holidays. You would stand next to her and stir something in the bowl. How mama made me feel so important? These days, those large family gatherings are not allowed anymore. It's to keep everyone healthy and safe. Luckily, home cooking and eats still exists. Winter is a beautiful time of year, when we try and celebrate "what" is truly important in life. As I sit here with my fresh coffee, oh so hot. All I can see in the dining room are small parties of folks celebrating their family time. The warmth from this place if I could, I would pass on to make all of humanity feel the comfort level that I have right now. How many fond memories are associated with food? More than I can count. We were seated at a booth by the side of one of the walls. The booths are made of all wood. The hostess had a terrific attitude. While the dining area was very filled, even with the Covid virus, this state is not closed down. They seem to observe the state rules with the virus with the staff wearing masks and gloves. Every other table is occupied to comply with the six feet rules we must follow. At the table here, hot coffee in my hand and cocoa for the twins; we are huddled together basking in the warmth we are creating. The smells, the smells I wish that I could share them with you! We are having chicken and waffles to start with. When the plate arrived in front of us, heaven with a large knife. That chicken on top of those waffles was so delicious. You could cut that chicken, it's so tender with the side of the fork. The waffle was great too. That waffles greatness comes from the chicken. Ready to eat here comes the fork dripping with syrup all over the chicken with some waffle for added texture. The sides that come with the chicken and waffles accompany the dish with added extra flavor. The grits are instant but the added "real" bacon sprinkles on top and cheese is a nice touch. Make sure and get your fruit, it's good for your health. The server offered to add fresh fruit, the strawberries, as a added side for an up charge. Berries have great super powers. Let those berries provide the extra go you need! Just an FYI, if you come at breakfast and want dinner, the menu is available all day long. In fact some of the breakfast specials can be made into breakfast or a dinner plate depending on how and what you want to eat. Let's keep comfort alive with a big delicious cheese burger with all the fixings. We're going in a little deeper, let's try the chicken fried steak too! Come one come hungry. You will leave happy and warm being blessed with the joy of great food and service. You might have to wait a bit but it's worth it. The smells bring you in and tingle the whole old factory senses. Come back again and again for great consistency with the service and food. It our turn for dinner so see you soon. read more

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It's interesting how this is a chain, yet the service is different in all places. The hostess took forever to show up to seat us. One seated took forever for the waitress to show up to tell us they were out of anything. Once we got our food, we asked for an additional drink, and she was too busy talking to get our order. My glass was dirty when she brought it to the table. Wish I could do negative stars. read more

Absolutely love, love, love Cindy Rae. She's the best server on the Planet. She makes it such a great dining experience

Environment was pleasant and they had a nice amount of business for 7 in the morning on a Saturday. Really like the wood interior and cabin vibe. Waitress was very pleasant and amicable. My order was correct and the cheese and bacon omelette was incredible. Nice size for one meal and the bacon inside was great- crisp and perfect bite sized pieces! Only not spot on thing was my hashbrowns...I asked for crisp but they were a bit overdone for my taste. Nice alternative to the standard ihop or Denny's when I want something a bit unique. read more

Black Bear Diner Glendale - Appealing presentation, lighter portion option was more than sufficient, omelette was fantastic. - American Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

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Was here with my husband for breakfast. Note that this is my first time. There was a short wait for about 5 mins then we got seated. Our server was very courteous and made us comfortable. The menu was unique; it's like a newspaper, but it's not. We had two coffee, volcano combo, and Portuguese sausage platter. Volcano combo came with two cakes, bacon, sausage, and one egg. The Portuguese sausage came with hash brown, choice of bread, and eggs. The portion of the food was significant. The taste was average. But the Portuguese sausage was terrific. That was my favorite. Eggs, bacon tasted the usual. Hashbrown was slightly different but had a good flavor to it. Soft, not so crispy! The customer service was on point. Clean spaces and clean restroom. Was a happy experience. The only thing that disappointed was that the plate in which one of the items was served was slightly broken on the edges -- bringing this to the attention of the management! read more

Black Bear Diner Glendale - Volcano combo - American Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

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Sad, just sad. Our Black bear diner in our hometown is way better. This one was a total disappointment. I ordered the classic chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes and onion rings (ordered extra crispy). The CF steak tasted okay but was cold as were the dry gross old mashed potatoes and not crispy onion rings. Had her nuke my plate because I like my food hot or at least really warm. Four bits into the CFS I was rushing to the ladies room. (This was around 4:00 pm and my first meal of the day and it immediately went right through me. Ugggg not cool. Hubbys food was the meat loaf (asked to grill the meat loaf on both sides) (not grilled) gross mashed potatoes (no baked available) and okay green beans. Meatloaf was absolutely disgusting. It looked like carrot cake and tasted like a vegetarian meatless meatloaf (tons of carrots) so he asked for a steak instead. Sirloin Steak was Luke warm but tasted ok, not great. Had to use lots of A1 to flavor it up. The last order was the BLT with Avocado and that was pretty good but the fries were as cold as the sandwich lol. Overall horribly disappointing and the restroom visits continued for the next two and a half days ugggg. Never go to this location again. read more

Comfort food, well-prepared, with outstanding, friendly service. A highlight for this Easterner visiting Phoenix in December 2023.

Your average black bear, with your average service, and average food, with the typical black bear charm. If you've been to a black bear you will get about the same here. Wish I could say something amazing about it, but it was a pretty forgettable experience. read more

I eat here every time i go to Glendale. I haven't had anything that i didn't like. There has always been a lot of parking and have never had to wait to be seated. The atmosphere is nice and the service has always been top notch. read more

Amazing service fresh food served in abundance enjoyed our breakfast with the Staff‼

Good food, great prices, our server Cindy Ray was awesome, very friendly and attentive. Will definitely return!