Wonderful find! Quaint cafe in an old building on Main Street. High ceilings and 19th century floor. Lots of light and artsy, eclectic decorations. Great lattes and omelettes! Their brioche toast is amazing especially with the local strawberry - rhubarb jam. The service is attentive and mellow. read more

The Bear Taphouse and Cafe - Mushroom and onion Omelette with Gruyère - Cafes Near Me - Gorham, New Hampshire

this food is so delicious and looks amazing. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and the interior design is well thought out. You can tell the same effort is put into the dishes appearances and taste read more

I got to try the new breakfast place The Bear Taphouse & Cafe which had only been open 2 days officially. The place is beautiful and the architectural details are so interesting. The building used to be a bank and you can see one of the heavy vault doors just behind the counter. Look up and you will notice a gorgeous antique tin ceiling painted white. Service was fast and friendly. I had a regular coffee which came in a huge cup and a little side of cream. Then I had the biscuits and gravy. I liked it, and the diced green, yellow, and orange bell peppers were a bit surprising in the sausage gravy. I prefer the more traditional style but it was still tasty and I definitely didn't leave hungry. It was served with rosemary home fries and had a nice presentation! read more

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The ambiance was lovely and food was delicious. Our waiter was very attentive as well! read more

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Stopped by on our leaf peeping drive and had zero expectations, but how delighted were we! We tried a beer sampler and loved how they source from local brewers. For lunch, we had an egg Benny on house made biscuit and a soup/sandwich combo on their house made beer bread. They have a new squash soup for fall, which was deelish, but their beer bread wins. It was light, airy, and perfectly toasted. Highly recommend you stop for a bite if in the area. read more

The Bear Taphouse and Cafe - Beer flight with cookie sampler - Cafes Near Me - Gorham, New Hampshire

Long wait for food after making reservation. Waited over an hour. Food was good however. But some of it was over seasoned. Some of the menu also seemed jobbled together and some of the staff there seemed like they didn't like their job. read more

We cannot say enough great things about this place. This is a *must* if you're in Gorham. The food was awesome. Our meal consisted of: -a variety of homemade bread with a jam sampler (tomato bacon jam was our favorite) -egg hash with homemade brioche -meatloaf sandwich seared on the grill -biscuits and gravy -salted caramel coffee -a variety of beer on tap Great service. Great food. The interior design, which creatively pays homage to the north country of New Hampshire, added an extra layer of charm and authenticity to the atmosphere. This is an absolute gem of a place. read more

Was able to visit 4 months ago and wanted to Yelp the Bear! This was a wonderful experience! Excellent staff and kitchen. Was warmly welcomed and impressed by the attention and presentation front the kitchen. Again the best offering in Grothem! I personally want to thank you for the experience! read more

I went there a couple weeks ago passing through town. It was great. The person running it clearly has a vision and has executed it. We had breakfast. The menu is a little different and good. There is something for everyone. I had the rancheros omelet and a cappuccino. Then got a side of strawberry jam for the toast. We both liked what we had. Good stuff. But It won't be a cheap meal. Side note, the bathroom also had a chair next to the toilet if you need company while you do your business. read more

This is a great spot for having a yummy and relaxing bite to eat with friends. The atmosphere fits the mountains it sits in and the food is creative and flavorful. I had an omelet with spinach and gruyere cheese with fresh grilled up potatoes and my friend had the Crème Brule Pancakes to die for! Hint: Biscuits with gravy has a big cheese biscuit that's covered in a sausage gravy that we all tasted... amazing flavor!! Enjoyed their coffee and friendly staff as well :) We will be in again soon. read more

We stopped in on our way through Gorham. We had a pleasant visit, chatting up with the owner Matt, and having a tasty beer flight from local breweries and a yummy mimosa, and a taste some of his delicious homemade cookies. Nothing better than great conversation and great atmosphere. We will be sure to go back for their breakfast or lunch! read more

The Bear is an absolute must if you're up in the north country. What separates this perfect gem of a restaurant is the atmosphere, the staff and the taste of the food. The best place I have eaten in years. Any of the omelets with the bread sampler is the way to go. Had the French Onion Soup and chicken pot pie is to absolute heaven. The atmosphere is rustic and welcoming. Five stars. read more

Awesome ambiance, decent food, and service that left a lot to be desired. The waiter/bartender/barista was curt and surly and acted as if doing his job was a pain in the rear. Won't be going back. read more

We stopped in during their soft opening and it was great. Fresh food, fresh breads, and good sized portions. The owner came over to talk to us and was a very nice guy. I can't wait to go back when we have a chance. read more

This restaurant was very accommodating, we were a party of 9, I called to see if they could take us and they said yes. We arrived and our table was ready for us. The decor was cool and the food was so delicious. Will definitely come back. read more

Good food. Good service. Decent atmosphere. Expensive for breakfast. That sums it up.

Staff is very kind, though everyone seemed like they were struggling to run a restaurant. Worth it to stop in for coffee and a pastry, but I do not recommend sitting down. Food took 40+ minutes, we received no consistent service and regularly had to find people to remind them we ordered coffee or items that weren't on the table. Breakfast items were wet and cold and, for the price, I expected fresher ingredients or (at minimum) a well cooked meal. read more

Waited for 20 minutes and watched the hostess give our table away. She then argued with me about how this wasn't her fault. After ordering, took over 45 min to receive very lackluster food. Atrocious service, stuffed into a back room with no one checking up on us...or telling us that you had to recite everything you ordered at the front to cash out? No slip? Don't waste your time, this place is not deserving of your money. read more

We stopped because the traffic was bad. We ordered and loved everything: the ambiance, the decor, the sweet young waitresses, the food, the chef/owner and the honest prices. We highly recommend this place! read more

The Coffee Lattes were great and The Breakfast was superb....Homemade Toast They offer variety of homemade jams and bread...Variety of Breakfast options...even Mimosas. read more

This is by far the best place in town. The quality rivals restaurants and bistros I've been to in Boston and NYC. The menu is limited to brunch foods and sandwiches on homemade bread, but you will not be disappointed. High quality beers on tap such as Lawson's, Maine Brewing Company etc. and the they take time behind the bar to make the perfect mimosas of coffee drinks. read more

We went to try out this new to the area restaurant, it was amazing. The staff was pleasant, and the food was so fresh and clean. I really enjoyed the beautiful plating and lad back atmosphere. We will definitely return soon. read more

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Don't bother going to other places or waste your time looking. Just go here. Amazing food, great vibes, interesting decor. One of my favorite finds of my road trip that I am leaving this review two weeks after. read more

Great place to stop after a day of hiking in the Mt Washington area. Great food made with care, friendly service, and laid back vibe. The squash soup was delicious. The chicken salad sandwich was the best we've had in a while, home made breads were awesome. Decent selection of local beers. Good selection of coffees. Omelets available all day. A little of everything. Just what we were looking for! read more

Stopped here on our way out of Gorham on New Years Day for breakfast and what a treat! From the aesthetic, to the service, and of course the food which was all made to order - everything was 10/10! Would definitely recommend if you're in the area. read more

Literally so good I think about this place OFTEN amazing food, very thought out and perfect down to the details. Beautiful presentation with delicious and creative flourishes served on beautiful pottery. Awesome atmosphere. Most adorable and wonderful restaurant experience I cry thinking about it. Great place to celibate after a successful hike or backpacking trip. read more

Stopped on a rainy morning. The food was excellent as was the service and ambience. We loved it!

If you haven't tried the Bear Taphouse and Cafe, stop what you're doing and go there immediately! We happened to be driving thru town and decided to stop. SO GLAD WE DID! it's an absolute gem! The space is a perfect eclectic combo of a hip but relaxed vibe. It's brand new so have some patience because it's well worth the wait. We felt like we were being spoiled by all the details they put into everything....including their iced tea of the day! It's obvious by the enthusiasm exhibited by the owner and his daughter that this is a dream come true for them! The menu is limited but very thoughtful so there's something for everyone! The meatloaf sandwich was recommended and it may have been the BEST sandwich we've ever eaten. It is a must! The sandwich was served with a lovely pickled slaw, a perfect pairing. We followed it with lattes and a blueberry dessert! It could not have been any better! All in all, it was a great stop on our journey and after trying, and failing, to convince the owner to move his business to Ticonderoga, we will resign ourselves to making the 4.5 hour trip back to visit them in the future. We have no doubt that they will be a huge success! The residents and visitors in Gorham, NH should consider themselves very lucky to have such a great spot to gather! read more

We seated immediately. Waitress brought over a small glass of warm water. My friend and my husband all went looking forward to a delicious treat. i asked the waitress for ice and she offered us one menu to share. Waitress never bought silver ware. after waiting 20 minutes she came over to take our orders there was one veg sand which and 2 BLT's which came 50 minutes and then sandwich's were so soggy that we could not even pick them up! my friend requested mayo on the side but it came smothered with it. we also ordered corn chowder which looked brown an bland. I will not be returning to this restaurant! read more