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    Black Bear Diner - Madera

    3.6 (429 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Plain biscuits

    Received an old biscuit with mold. I've never had such bad experience at any Black Bear diner until now. I called the restaurant and all they said was that they would check the other biscuits. The manager kept mentioning that it may be avocado but that is impossible as my order came with two plain biscuits on the side.

    Happy Customers.
    Christie Lynn D.

    Very nice. Staff is very friendly and personable First we were met with smiles and seated right away. Dilly was quick to get our beverage orders. It was homey in just the right way. We weren't seated too close to other families. That was nice. Dilly even asked if the table he was seating us was okay; I truly appreciated that. Then the sweet team members, Mercedes and Emily. Mercedes was actually the floor manager. Very professional with a lovely smile. Emily was also attentive and helpful. We really enjoyed the service and the ambiance. Thanks so much. Happy customers. We had the chicken fried steak (scrumptious) with sweet potatoes fries and onion rings. The salad was just right, too. For dessert, a scoop of huckleberry and a scoop of chocolate ice cream.

    Fish & Chips - $14.99
    Harold S.

    This place is right next to the Marriott Springfield Suites and basically shares the parking lot with them. Since I happened to be staying overnight at this hotel on a recent road trip, I decided to just walk on over and have dinner there. The food was good and the service was fine. Black Bear Diner is known for good food and generous portions. I ordered the Fish & Chips, which goes for $14.99. They gave me three large pieces of fish, a side of cole slaw and a large portion of fries. In all fairness I wouldn't say it was exactly the best I've ever had, but it was tasty and well worth the money.

    Shasta Veggie Scramble (360 cals.)
    Bridgette F.

    We stopped here along the way to our destination as it's conveniently located off the freeway. We were immediately seated and greeted by our server. I started off with just a classic coffee because it's a must when going to any diner. I also appreciate when fresh squeezed orange juice is offered. I went with the Shasta scramble and you have the option to choose between toast, biscuit or pancakes. I opted for the pancakes as I tend to enjoy a combination of sweet and savory. We were constantly checked up on as our coffee mugs were regularly refilled. This is a solid spot for classic diner food with no frills and excellent service.

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    2 years ago

    Charity was so kind! She was the best! She thought of our needs before we thought of our needs LOL!

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    2 years ago

    Great food! Good customer service from the whole staff. Definitely recommend coming here!!

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    2 years ago

    Great food & huge portions & I believe our Servers name was Kimberly... she was amazing & extremely cheerful for 7am

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    2 years ago

    Krista was amazing!!! Great service went above and beyond food was fast thank you very much will he back soon

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    2 years ago

    The food I amazing exspacildi there pies service is amazing and there restaurant is always clean

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    Love this place. Always good service and a huge selection of items! I've had breakfast for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

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    2 years ago

    Food was good, service was great at least now you don't wait for 46 minutes to get service.

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    3 years ago

    Very Good! Can't complain Good Food! Probably my favorite :) Better than Paul's and Brooks Ranch and Dennys.

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    3 years ago

    I have had a good experience with the staff and so far the food has been great no complaints.

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    4 years ago

    Very good service. Food was on point. At one point manager came to our table to check how we were doing. Very satisfied will be back again.

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    3 years ago

    Chicken fried steak tasted like it had freezer burn. Service was not bad. But, won't be going back.

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    Ask the Community - Black Bear Diner - Madera

    Do you serve gluten-free pancakes or do you have gluten-free bread/toast? And do you serve breakfast all day?

    So sorry to be the bear-er of bad news,,, no we do not.

    Do you still have the small pies? I didn't see them on the menu.

    Yes we do Ron :) Unless otherwise stated, all cobblers and cream pies are in the small tin - perfect for sharing!

    Do you take reservations? Thank you

    Hi Vanessa - good question! However, I hate to be the bear-er of bad news... We do not take reservations. We hope you will still stop by to check us out and Feed Your Inner Bear!

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    Perko's Cafe - Farmers Skillets

    Perko's Cafe

    3.9(200 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Amazing service. My family loved it, definitely recommend it for breakfast. IF you are traveling…read more through the city of Madera stop by. Nice people, amazing service.

    I ordered and paid ahead for a club sandwich. When I arrived to pick it up, I walked past the line…read moreof guests waiting to be seated , since my order was already paid for, that seemed reasonable. I stood patiently, fully understanding how busy the restaurant was. However, as I waited, the hostess continued to call up other guests (four separate times) without any acknowledgment of my presence. We even made eye contact more than once, yet there was no greeting, smile, or indication that she noticed I was waiting. This happened with two different hostesses. Eventually, my fiancé stepped forward near the register, but the hostess avoided eye contact entirely, staring at the screen instead. It wasn't until I finally spoke up and said I was there for a pickup that she acknowledged us -- and suddenly seemed to notice the 6'2" man standing right in front of her. Fifteen minutes went by before I received my food, and I had to initiate the interaction myself. I was not greeted, not engaged, and my food l, which had been ready for some time; was soggy by the time I got it. The ranch inside was even warm from sitting too long. This was my fiancé's first time at this establishment, and unfortunately, he's now hesitant to return if this is the tone and level of service to expect. I understand being busy, truly. But making direct eye contact with a customer and choosing not to acknowledge them, not even with a simple "Hi, we'll be right with you," is disappointing and leaves a poor impression. Overall, the experience was less than stellar. I would have appreciated better communication and fresher food, but hopefully this feedback helps improve future service for others.

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    The Waffle Spot - Strawberry Waffle

    The Waffle Spot

    4.3(84 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    Stopped here on our way to visit a loved one and tried a variety of items. We ordered chilaquiles,…read moretwo kids meals (mac and cheese, and a corn dog with fries), and pigs in a blanket breakfast. The chilaquiles weren't spicy more like chips with salsa and ended up being pretty bland with light salsa. However, the country potatoes were really good and definitely a highlight. The pigs in a blanket were also tasty, and the hashbrowns were perfectly browned. The kids enjoyed their meals, although the corn dog was a little overcooked on the outside and slightly undercooked on the inside. Service was great, our waitress was attentive and kind throughout our visit. The only other downside was the coffee, which tasted a bit watered down or just not very strong. Overall, it was a good experience, and I'd come back to try different items.

    Went to have breakfast my wife and myself The waitress seam…read morelike she was having a bad day! Order our food she wasn't very friendly at all! Food came out Hash browns taste burnt Waitress came back still had an attitude As if someone pissed in her cereal We ask her for to go container she didn't say anything she gave us our ticket and didn't thank us or even ask if everything was ok or good? I will never go back to that business We went to pay for the bill and they had the audacity to ask for a tip!!! Here a tip! Treat your customers as you would like to be treated God is WATCHING

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    Denny's

    Denny's

    2.1(144 reviews)
    7.0 mi
    $$
    Casual dining
    Kid friendly

    Service from Julie…read more Visit 02/14/2026 we were looking for a quiet, easy and relaxing breakfast before the hustle and bustle. The place was pretty busy which we didn't expect. Julie greeted us quickly from around a corner. She was filling coffee, bussing tables, taking orders.. Julie was handling it all! Order banana caramel brioche French toast breakfast with two eggs over medium, sausage and bacon. Build your own with ham, sourdough grilled with butter, hash extra crispy, eggs over easy.. add on hash browns extra crispy and ham. The cream on the brioche French toast was super thick and very good vanilla flavor. It was crispy, buttery, salty perfection. Ohhh how it hit the spot. The bananas were even a very nice firm texture!! The cook nailed it, again! Julie is a veryyyyyyy hard worker!! She is very pleasant, gets the order correct both times, keeps her tables bussed and works circles around the floor!! Be specific and you'll get exactly what you ask for, especially with Julie!

    My friend and I shared the super slam and it was enough for both of us. I was craving pancakes bad…read moreand I'm glad I waited for Dennys pancakes. They were delicious, fluffy and worth waiting for. Our waitress was friendly, very attentive to our needs and customer service oriented. This Dennys is right off highway 99 going towards Yosemite before Madera. I would recommend my friends and family. You can only eat inside and a casual atmosphere. There is also a Pilot Travel Center, gas station, Wendy's, Subway, and hotel.

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    Chubby's Diner - put it together split

    Chubby's Diner

    4.0(105 reviews)
    18.2 mi
    $$

    If only I could teleport you here to experience the first bite of this chicken-fried steak-it's…read moretruly a culinary delight! Lately, I've been indulging in chicken-fried steak, and it's now my sole focus. Although I'm not a frequent visitor to this area, today was a remarkable find! The steak was freshly prepared, the potatoes achieved crispy perfection, and the eggs were like fluffy clouds of delight. However, let me emphasize the salsa-it is extraordinary! I even witnessed the chef preparing it fresh upon my arrival. I have just a small amount left, and there is no way I can leave it behind. After all, waste not, want not! Everyone I encountered was exceptionally warm and welcoming, making me feel right at home. The restaurant was immaculately clean-trust me, I pay attention to details, especially in restrooms! It exuded a fresh aroma and was impeccably tidy. I am eagerly counting down the minutes

    Omelette was overcooked, two small pieces of meat in it. Their gravy is Standard mixed and rather…read moreboring. My dad loved his senior meal, which was great. That was a good value. But for my plate, almost $20 that had me scratching my head. At that price point you're almost certainly better off going over to red Apple. I now remember why this place is not something I go to more than once every 7 years or so. Fresno continues to be challenged by executing a soft and fluffy omelette that is moist! It's not any better over at red apple in that department... hockey puck. -G

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    Black Bear Diner - Madera - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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