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Black Bear Diner Lodi

3.8 (229 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Outdoor seating

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Club sandwich
Gil G.

First of all, let me say we have been to multiple locations some good some better than others. This one in Lodi was very good. The few times we have been here. Ambience is always nice service at this location was extra good our server he really took care of us. The food we ordered. This time was excellent very very tasty nice and hot. I will put pictures up so you can see if you are in Lodi. Don't hesitate to come to this place. You will be very pleased. Also, the desserts are very good. Try them out.

Real Minute Maid Orange Juice
Christopher B.

Saturday, February 28th, 2026 4:14 PM Server: Eduardo OVERVIEW: My first visit ever to a Black Bear Diner. Personally, I don't like big, corporate-backed venues like Denny's & IHOP, but since this place in Lodi got good reviews, I thought I would give it a try. But again, since it was a big-name restaurant, my expectations were low. PROS: - First off, excellent service, a well staffed kitchen & dining area. Dining area atmosphere very warm as well, with lots of families enjoying their meals. - Our waiter was Eduardo. A very attentive guy, who brought out our meals less than 10 minutes from time of order. GIVE THIS GUY A RAISE! - Did the, "Build your own Breakfast" with steak, eggs & pancakes. The pancakes were excellent... golden brown, not burnt, and large & fluffy. These guys know how to make classic pancakes !!! - Ordered orange juice. IT WAS DELICIOUS. I was expecting some watery, sugary juice substitute, but this was REAL ORANGE JUICE. (Minute Maid) CONS: - The steak was quiet, "Meh". Sure, it just a standard portion of a, "Build your own B'fast" meal, but the steak itself was so unimpressive, like it came from one of those microwave steaks at Walmart. - I understand that eggs are expensive nowadays, but I ordered three (3) eggs, but they were so small, that it felt like eating just two eggs. CONCLUSION: Great restaurant with great vibes. Just wish that the steak & eggs portion of my breakfast were bigger. The pancake portion was just fine. Will go there again and give them the chance to earn five stars from me.

Having dinner with my Momma and uncle priceless.
Manuel H.

Food was great , service was awesome and ambiance was phenomenal plus we've tried several other Black Bear Diners and it was Great.

Chicken Fried Steak (5 oz)
Camilla V.

This place definitely provides a good meal experience. We ordered chicken fried steak which comes with eggs, hash brown, and your choice of toast, fruit, or one pancake. We ordered ours with one pancake. The chicken fried steak was very delicious. The gravy on top was creamy and seasoned perfectly. The hash brown was good, but it did need more salt. The eggs were tasty. The avocado toast was good, but really simple. I would have liked for it to have had something else on top. The fruit was refreshing. The shredded corned beef brisket hash was dry. I would have preferred it to have been more juicy. The fried chicken was also dry. It did not have that nice crispy tenderness that a good fried chicken should have. The pancakes were very delicious. They are made with sweet cream so the syrup is not really needed. The service was ok, not too friendly. The place provides a comfortable environment for family breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Overall, this place was good.

My husband got the Gritt plate ( I think) and I got the Classic 2 egg combo.
Mkayy V.

We were on our way home and decided to stop at a Black Bear Diner for breakfast since it's one of my husband's favorite places to eat when he travels. I had never been to one before because we don't have a location in our town, so I was curious to try it. I ordered the Classic 2-Egg Combo with sausage links and eggs. I also asked our waitress, Sonia, to add gravy to my biscuit, which she kindly did. I also had ask for hashbrown for my side dish. However, when our food arrived, I noticed my plate didn't come with hash browns. When Sonia came by to check in, I mentioned that I didn't get the hash browns I asked for. She then told me that the Classic Egg Combo only comes with one side dish, the biscuit, and that I don't get hash browns with it. I could've swore, on the menu it stated it come with a biscuit and a choice of a side dish, but I maybe wrong. However, what frustrated me, because if there's only one included side, I don't understand why she had asked me me earlier what I wanted as a side. I clearly said hash browns, and if the biscuit is the only included side, that should've been clarified. Had I known, I might have ordered hash browns separately, but by that point, I was annoyed and didn't feel like waiting. I ate my food and we left. It wasn't a terrible experience, the food was decent, and my husband still enjoys this diner a lot. Maybe I'll give it another try in the future and try something else on the menu. Hopefully, the communication will be a little clearer next time.

Val S.

We were hungry and couldn't decide what to eat, so we stopped by Black Bear Diner since they have such an expansive menu. It was early afternoon and not busy at all, so we were seated right away. I ordered the Chicken Caesar Melt with a side of fruit, while my husband went with the tri-tip dip and fries. The Chicken Caesar Melt came with grilled chicken breast, Caesar dressing, lettuce, tomato, and Swiss and jack cheeses on sourdough bread grilled with a Parmesan crust. It was delicious--I especially loved the crispy cheese crust. That said, for a Black Bear portion, the chicken was a bit skimpy, and I would've liked just a little more meat. My husband enjoyed his tri-tip dip, which featured seasoned tri-tip on a grilled ciabatta roll served with au jus. The restaurant was pretty quiet during our visit, though we've been here during busier times when it can get quite loud, especially with the dinner crowd. The restaurant is kid-friendly and offers plenty of booth seating, which I prefer over chairs. Customer service can be hit or miss--sometimes we have excellent waitstaff who check in regularly and keep drinks refilled, and other times they disappear once the food is served. Unfortunately, this visit fell into the latter category, as our waitress didn't return until we were ready to pay. Overall, the food is good, there's plenty of seating inside, and a large parking lot outside. It's a solid option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Blackened Salmon
Melissa S.

I cannot speak to the ambiance of the restaurant since this is a review of a door dashed order. The blackened salmon from this restaurant was really tasty and a hearty portion and less expensive than other salmon dishes I have ordered at other restaurants. I really loved the mashed potatoes and seasoned veggies as well. Would definitely order again!

Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Rhonda C.

Bf and I come here when we're craving some delicious diner themed food, our local go to spot! Bf went with the classic, pancakes, but with a twist! He got the red, white, and blue pancakes. It came with 2 pancakes, strawberries, blueberry sauce, and whipped cream. The fruit was fresh, and they gave a generous amount of blueberry sauce. I got the 10oz Santa Maria tri tip and homemade chicken pot pie. I thought the tri tip was a 7/10. I feel like the tri tip could be a little more crispier on the outside, and I felt the serving was a few oz under 10. Overall, it was still worth the prize. It came with two sides! The homemade chicken pot pie crust was very delicious, but I wish the crust extended to the entire pot pie and not just the top of the bowl. The filling of the pot pie was warm and creamy, I would order the pot pie again. Overall o do recommend Black Bear dinner, service is always quick, servers are attentive, and restaurant is clean. Delicious food for a home ambiance feel.

Very filling and delicious breakfast! I had Joe's Hobo Omelette, and wow -- it was so good. Loaded with flavour, cooked perfectly, and absolutely satisfying. The hash browns were even better -- seasoned just right. And I have to mention the biscuits with gravy -- pure comfort food perfection. Generous portions, friendly service, and that classic Black Bear Diner charm make this location an easy 5 stars. If you're in Lodi and craving a hearty breakfast, this is the place to go.

Sierra Burger
Kerry K.

My hubby and I have ate here numerous times. Location is always very clean and service is often attentive. Love reading the newspaper menus and LOTS of food options. Ate the Sierra burger with a house salad last night and it was great! Ranch dressing is homemade with a bacon flavor, delicious!

Pancakes
Karen M.

We ended up going to Black Bear diner during the peak hours on Sunday morning. We had to put our names on the list, the wait was about 15 mins, we received a notification via text our table was ready within 10 mins. Our waitress had an extra pep in her step! We ordered our drinks and meals just as quick. The food arrived fresh and hot, very tasty as well! I'm usually not a big pancake girlie but these were good! We will definitely be back to try out more items!

Two eggs, country potatoes, bacon and wheat toast.
Ted R.

Been wanting to try this for some time. I had the two eggs over easy with country potatoes, bacon and wheat toast. Could have been a little hotter but not terrible. The bacon had great flavor as did the country potatoes. Wheat good but eggs a little to done for me. My wife had the waffles with strawberries and whipped cream. Strawberries not 100 percent great but it is winter. Service was great. Restaurant very clean. It was good but not so good I would travel far to go to.

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the foods really good. Our server kept checking up on us and got us drinks refills as needed. The desserts are amazing, especially the pies!

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This place is so bad they burnt my bacon and the hash browns very junky and were cold!!!

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We had breakfast. Our server Anna was efficient and friendly, the food was ample and delicious. Great job Anna!

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yummy i love bbd's chicken steps oo boi man it plentifuls my hunger. so tender and crunchy. mhm yummy bye yelperz

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4.5(117 reviews)
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Smokey Grill in Lodi is officially our new go to spot for incredible Tandoori BBQ food with amazing…read moreflavors. We've been wanting to try this spot for a while, and since their other location is closed in Sacramento on Tuesdays, we finally made the trip to Lodi and wow, it was absolutely worth it the wait and Abdul that helped us was cool. He had a good sense of humor. We were coming back from Monterey and all of us were hungry. We ordered quite a feast: (3) chicken tikka wraps without lettuce 8 piece chicken tikka 8 piece chicken malai 6 regular naans + 1 garlic naan Tandoori fish order Tandoori chicken pizza Chicken tikka masala rice plate Every single item was flavorful, mouth watering, and cooked perfectly. The chicken tikka and malai were tender and packed with flavor. The naans were soft and fresh, and the chicken tikka masala rice plate had that rich, comforting sauce that was creamy smooth you can't stop eating and dipping your naan into. The tandoori fish was a standout smoky, well seasoned, and tender. They give a lot of meat inside the wraps. The tandoori chicken pizza... let's just say we couldn't even wait to get home. We ate a slice in the car because the smell alone was too tempting. That's how good it was. We took everything to go, the quality was top tier! You can tell they care about their food and flavors and wanting their customers happy. Abdul kept letting us know the status of our order and took care of us with chutney and ranch. If you've been thinking about trying Smokey Grill, don't wait.... this place delivers on every level! Ask for Abdul, he is down to earth nice guy. 5 stars!! Thanks Abdul!! Photos are attached

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We stepped into this tiny spot just before the evening rush, and the staff couldn't have been more…read morewelcoming. They were wonderfully kind and seated us right away. Since we beat the dinner crowd, we had our pick of any table in the house. The interior is lovely and hits all the right notes for a nice date night: crisp white tablecloths, fancy silverware settings, and waitstaff in crisp-white collared shirts and black slacks. We settled in and opened our menus, but.... uninvited guests joined us at the table. A powerful mix of old paint and sewer gas hit our noses. Knowing that a bouquet of "Plumbing and Paint Perfume" would completely ruin what was supposed to be a great meal, we sadly packed up our appetites and left. To be fair, maybe once the dining room fills with people and the aroma of delicious hot plates takes over, the mystery smells might vanish. It's clearly an older building that needs a deep-dive renovation, like taking it down to the studs, replacing the pipes, and new paint on new walls and surfaces. Until then, I'd suggest grabbing a bite at one of the many other fantastic spots in the Lodi area. Fairly noted, the service deserves five stars, but the plumbing and paint stink definitely need to be remedied.

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Woodbridge Inn Steakhouse - Crab cakes are exceptional.

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4.1(307 reviews)
2.1 mi
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I ate here twice, one day for a light dinner in the bar and another in the main restaurant…read more The ambiance is very pleasant, perhaps call it farmhouse chic with a sophisticated yet cozy feeling as though you're eating at someone's house. It's contemporary and the furnishings are quite comfortable. It's the type of place you can settle in and have a casual meal without feeling rushed. Prices are high yet the quality is excellent. For the first evening at the bar we settled into a high top table. You can sit at the bar, lounge type seating or outdoors on a pleasantly shaded patio. They had an expanded bar bites menu as the main restaurant is closed on Wednesdays... most of it quite enticing. We opted for cocktails to start and I chose a specialty Date Maple Old Fashioned. It was really good with a large ice ball to chill it. For bar bites we shared the pork belly sandwiches (small, delicious but messy to eat), the sausage skewers (amazing!) and crab cups (refreshingly light and easy to eat). After cocktails we had glasses of a light white wine, made with Santorini Greek grapes. For the next meal in the dining room the place was a buzz with activity but conversation was easy without a lot of excessive noise. It's intimate and the room is quite pleasant for a gourmet meal. We started with cocktails (same Old Fashioned) and shared the grilled Brussels Sprouts which were plentiful and ever so delicious. They were slightly over grilled for my taste yet it didn't distract from me enjoying them. We got bread which was a baguette with butter and the consistency perfect for a French style loaf. For my entree I debated between the scallops and the pork chop and went with the chop. I was quite pleased as the chop came in thick slices and drizzled with a tarragon mustard reduction sauce. It was amazing, tender, juicy and at 22oz I couldn't finish it all. It came with a tasty apple sauce and grilled seared cabbage. Absolutely delicious. Ed, celebrating a birthday, had steak which came with a huge bowl of mashed potatoes which I tasted. Oh my gosh, the creamiest potatoes ever! For dessert we shared the cheese plate, a really great way to end the meal, with glasses of a twany port. All of the cheeses from a brie to a hard cheese were top quality. Service both times was very attentive, professional yet personable. We were well cared for and everything went smoothly. It's expensive yet the experience and value is worth visiting. Make a reservation.

Review #1,109 Posted on 9.13.26…read more We came to Americana House on Sunday August 30th before heading home from staying at Appleation for our anniversary. Americana House is located right near the check in lobby at the resort. The food was really good when we came here. They've got a unique selection of a few items, including a crab omelette which we tried, it was very good. We also tried the shakshuka too, really tasty stuff. You put that on the soft fresh bread and it tastes like so good together. Service was good when we came, as well as the ambiance there in the morning for breakfast, eating outdoors when the weather is nice is always a mood setter for the day on the weekend or vacation. Would eat here again when staying at Appellation again for sure.

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Americana House  - Great dining room

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