Black Bear Diner

Maybe been to this location once the whole time I’ve lived here in Tulare County. This week we went twice, once for dinner and once for breakfast. Shared a California burger for dinner with fries and side salad. They let you order the cooking temperature how you like it, which is nice. Very nicely prepared and service was pretty good. For breakfast I was craving a waffle so we split a big papa breakfast with a waffle, eggs bacon and a chicken sausage. The waffle wasn’t made with waffle batter but more like a pancake batter. Wasn’t my favorite because I hate pancakes but still pretty good nonetheless. Everything else was cooked decently and service even though it was busy was exceptional. Not disappointed with this location.

I thoroughly enjoyed the pancake breakfast I ordered. The 2 pancakes were humongous & I wasn't able to finish eating them! Bacon & 2 eggs topped off the meal. There is such a variety on the menu that it was hard for me to choose. I would definitely eat here again! Easy on & off to/from Hwy 99, to a great place to have a tasty meal on your road trip.

Folks - Im here in Tulare Ca. At the Black Bear Diner (BBD). Just off the 99 freeway. Size does matter. The portions at BBD are "gargantuan" three people can split the meals offered. The atmoshpere here is very cozy, country like. The wait staff is both courteous and efficient. Did I mention the pancakes are the size of "record albums." The bacon had a texure and taste that screamed "you should of ordered more." Well if you happen to be traveling along the 99 and you are starving......BBD

A special place for me and my brother. Times going to a Black Bear Diner growing up was always during a trip up north. We were excited to stop at one on our way to Yosemite. Obviously due to staff issues only half of restaurant was open, but service and food was fantastic! And with camping for a week we definitely treated ourselves…each having an omelette and splitting pancakes. Stop by at any location and enjoy

Absolutely AMAZING customer service and delicious food. We visited from out of state here from a recommendation and we definitely would recommend it again! The mashed potatoes and gravy are delicious with a sweet flavor, and I loved the Huckleberry lemonade. Our kids were well taken care of, and the hospitality was wonderful. SO glad we stopped here and wish we had more room in our stomachs to eat more!

Black Bear is one of our usual stops when traveling. This location is just off the freeway and there is an easy on ramp when you're ready to leave to continue with your travels. Food is tasty and during our last visit, served hot. Expect a delay to be seated on Sundays during the morning brunch hours, but it's worth the wait. The staff are polite, friendly, and courteous. They know their menu items and are willing to give suggestions if you ask. Overall, we enjoyed our meals and the company.