In 1995 founders Bruce Dean and Bob & Laurie Manley opened the first Black Bear Diner in Mt. Shasta, CA. Their mission was simple: create a fun and friendly atmosphere where the local community could enjoy huge portions of home-style cooking at a reasonable price. Today, we continue their mission at every Black Bear Diner across the country, as we passionately provide guests an outstanding experience. Our menu offers comfort food classics, and our entire menu is offered all day long. Whether you are craving pancakes at 8 pm or pot roast at 8 am – we’ve got something for everyone. Enjoy your meal in our family-friendly, cabin-themed diner with our welcoming staff or order to enjoy in the comfort of your home.
Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.
Worst service ever. We came in during dinner hour and it was not busy at all. It took over 45 minutes to get our food. The portion sizes were very small for the price, compared to other black bear diners we had been to previously. The Waitress only came out to bring meals, never offered refills or ice cream like the kids menu states they receive for eating a cub meal. She was pissed that we had a party of 10 and threw an absolute fit the entire time we were there. When we went to pay she was pissed and was very vocal about the fact that we did not leave her a tip. Our food was absolutely horrible, our scrambled eggs with our pancake meal came out cold. The table next to us came in 15 minutes after we arrived and had a large party as well, and their food came out before ours did. I would never go back to this location. The first time the Waitress Julie was rude, we should have just left than. They also put my sons meal on the smallest plate possible and he had a hard time eating because he had no space. Editing my review. Black Bear diner was quick to respond to my review but they still haven’t responded to my email that they advised me to send and that was almost 2 weeks ago, that I sent that email.
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Kat D
Super friendly servers. Lots of space for family groups. My son said they were the best scrambled eggs he has ever had. The hobo omelet was stuffed full and very tasty. The hashbrowns were just alright, not quite cooked enough. I did like the onion in them, gave a different taste.
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Suman B
Cozy place with lovely food. The staff was very friendly and food was tasty. We tried a veggie sandwich and a kids waffle. Both tasted delicious. The have a big selection of pies and cakes. Must try if you are around.
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Shauna Barnhurst
Very slow service but the waitress explained the situation to us and let us know the manager had come in to help the cooks. The food was very good.
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Nikhita Rogers
Sylvi was an amazing server. Food was excellent. I ordered a 5oz Country Fried Steak with broccoli and mashed potatoes paired with a cup of chili and cornbread. Everything was great which I honestly didn’t expect because of previous experiences here. CFS was better than I expected. My grandfather ordered the Blackened Pesto Salmon with green beans and mashed potatoes. He had no complaints and said it is “real good”. We will be back, hopefully when Sylvi is working again.
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Leslie Van Damme
I love bringing my son here for breakfast/brunch. He always gets the Cub pancakes that are made to look like a little face. The food is always hot and delicious, and the staff are so attentive and kind. It has the small-diner atmosphere that we all love. And if you’re visiting, the Holiday Inn shares parking space!
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L Hogie
Great first time experience! Kid approved. Delicious food. Server was exceptionally nice and on top of drink refills.
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Benjamin Cassidy
I came in for dinner and enjoyed my time here. Service was good, I was able to go in and get a seat without any problems.
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John Philipsen
Great restaurant, food was perfect, service was excellent. Stopped while on vacation I am very impressed with the service and food quality along with portion size. Decor is so cute!
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komal phate
I love black bear diner. And this place too has great food like it’s other franchise/branches. Great menu and it’s even customizable! I love their biscuits which they serve as a side with the main dish. Coffee comes with free refills.