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    Black Bear Diner Gilroy

    3.2 (751 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    My over cooked steakit was tough
    Fely L.

    First stop before the outlets. Came in for breakfast and it was not bad. Daughter and hubby shared chicken fried steak breakfast and it was CFS was good. Other black bear diner the CFS portion is much bigger nevertheless it was nice thickness that it wouldn't be dried. I got steak and eggs was disappointed on my steak as I said medium but came out well and tough. I didn't want to send it back. The pancake saved me. It was nice and fluffy the way I like it. Also the sweet potato fries were good. First time to this location and it's nice size restaurant and no wait on a Saturday at 10am.

    Ariel L.

    The food remains good. They haven't changed the sauce lol. However, it takes forever to order and get the food. Maybe they need more employees.

    Shasta Veggie Scramble, waffle
    Emiko T.

    Food portion are generous, big plates and lots of food. Food is tasty, this is our go to when traveling. Service is excellent, we came on a week night and were seated right away. Ambiance is cozy, everything has bear decor, very cozy and cute.

    Addiction in a basket
    Philip S.

    Possibly the best black bear in the business I'm from Bakersfield CA, and we have a black bear dinner here too. It's not the "Best"... so when my people said let's go to black bear to get the day started I gave a side eye and thought twice. I relented and went along for the ride and I can't tell you how glad I am that I did. The food was so good, service was so amazing. The food came out super fast and was extra fresh. Pancakes were very good and everything I ordered was exactly what I expected but better. I almost want to go the black bear dinner here in town again to give them a second try.... Or maybe I'll just keep coming to this one when I'm in the area. Ambiance was also very chill here so even more reason to return. Not busy at all

    Bread Pudding French Toast (with eggs & sausage added). YUM!
    Jennifer C.

    Take the unhappy reviews with a grain of salt. Very glad we decided to go regardless of these! This location is beautiful & clean inside & out. Food was fantastic. Table service was efficient, friendly & on point (thanks Jackie).

    Blackened Salmon, Pork Slow-Cooked Pot Roast, Mac and Kraft Mac & Cheese (270 cals.) and Grilled Cheese (580 cals.)
    Devin M.

    Food: Mac and Cheese and grilled cheese for the kids. They ate it all and enjoyed it. I had the blackened salmon, blackened seared to perfection by one of the managers (Mike). Wife had the Slow Roasted Pork Roast. She really enjoyed it. We finished off with Berry Pie À la Mode and the boys had chocolate cream pie. As with Dinner, delicious. Service: Stellar, outstanding, not enough words to describe how they were. Greg was fantastic attentive, very nice. Ambiance: Standard BB Diner atmosphere. Restaurant was very clean. I've been going to BB Diners all over California. I was not about to come here because of the awful reviews. I'm glad I came here. Mike, Greg and the entire crew were very helpful, friendly and nice.

    Pick one combo
    Michael I.

    Service was fast and friendly and food was also hot and good. The cinnamon French toast was delicious! Definitely recommend!!

    Inside of the pot pie.
    Mora S.

    We walked in and waited to be seated for a few moments before a man walked up to the counter and told us to sit at the third booth on the left. He seemed far more interested in the personal conversation he was having with another coworker than seeing to us. He didn't even look at us as he set menus on the table. This was our first time to a Black Bear Diner. We didn't realize at first that the old wrinkled newspaper they set down with the laminated specials menu was the full menu. The waitress who served our table was very nice and attentive. She answered any questions we had and came over just often enough for us. About the food. I ordered the homemade chicken pot pie and mashed potatoes with gravy. My husband ordered the BLT with fries. The potatoes were smashed reds and they were delicious and creamy. They came with brown gravy which was also good. The pot pie had a yummy filling. Chicken, herbs, Peas, onions, mushrooms, and carrots. But the crust,which thankfully was only on top, was horrible. Chewy, tough, and over cooked. I suggest not eating it. The fries also tasted pretty good. They had a crisp coating and were salted nicely. The BLT was okay. The flavor was nice, but the bacon was chewy. Over all not a bad experience, and the proximity to the Best Western can't be beat.

    Alex L.

    Stop by here on the way home since it was right off the 101. Portions are large. Menu has so many items to pick from so it can get overwhelming on what to order. There so many good foods that I was craving. I ended up getting their daily special. Got the spicy chicken pasta. The flavor was on par and definitely spicy. The dish came hot as you can continue to see the steam from the noodles while your eat your meal. The service was descent for a dinner for 3pm in the afternoon as it's definitely a weird time to be eat. The restaurant had some sports memorabilia and bear decorations. Will probably come back to stop for food on my next road trip down south if I'm hungry

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    2 years ago

    Great place for breakfast. It's not the place I would generally crave..but it's a cute place if you have never been. Service is good.

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    Good service good food happy environment server very friendly also manager on duty very happy person

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    2 years ago

    The food was good, and the friendly staff went above and beyond. It was a great restaurant to host our out-of-town guests.

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    1 year ago

    A great, friendly diner in Gilroy. Classic diner food, their specials menu has some great options if you're looking for something different.

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    2 years ago

    Good food and service for a typical Black Bear Diner. Will always go to a these restaurants when i'm in hungry.

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    Black Bear has decent Diner food. It's huge portions at fair prices. I always have to get the pancakes and they never disappoint!

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    OD's Kitchen

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    5-Star Review for OD's Kitchen in Gilroy I finally made it…read moreto OD's Kitchen in downtown Gilroy, and wow--what a fantastic spot for breakfast! This place lives up to all the hype as one of the best breakfast joints in the area, with huge portions, friendly service, and that cozy local vibe. I started with the chocolate cream drink (their rich, creamy hot chocolate or chocolate milk variation--whatever it exactly is, it's indulgent!). It was perfectly sweet without being overpowering, super smooth and velvety, topped just right. If you're a chocolate lover, this hits the spot and pairs amazingly with breakfast. Not too heavy, but definitely satisfying. For my main, I went with the famous Rosebud breakfast, and I can see why it's a favorite for so many people. It's a hearty, loaded plate with eggs, meats, potatoes, and all the classic fixings done exceptionally well. Everything was cooked perfectly--fluffy eggs, crispy edges where needed, and those fresh country potatoes were addictive. The portions are generous; I couldn't finish it all and definitely didn't need lunch afterward! The staff was quick, welcoming, and the place was buzzing with locals. If you're in Gilroy and craving a solid, no-fuss breakfast with standout items like the Rosebud and a great chocolate drink, OD's Kitchen is a must-visit. Highly recommend--I'll be back soon! 5/5 stars

    OMG! What a disappointment. It's been a long time since I've been to OD's, but I remember them…read morehaving a really good chicken fried steak. Boy, have things changed! I can say, without hesitation, that this was the second worst Chicken Fried Steak I've ever had in my life. The breading completely came off the steak. The steak was thin and WAY over cooked. It was tougher than shoe leather. I could barely cut it with the steak knife, and it gave my jaw a helluva workout trying to chew that thing. And the gravy was terrible. So thin, I could see the steak right through it. It looked like a glazed donut. That's how thin the gravy was. Then, I asked for EXTRA crispy hash browns. They weren't even regular crispy, let alone EXTRA crispy. The eggs and the English muffin were fine. It's hard to mess up those things. The service was fine, but the kitchen COMPLETELY dropped the ball. I drove all the way from Santa Clara, thinking about the great CFS they used to have. Wasting all that gas, for one of the worst breakfasts I've had in a long, long time. smh

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    Vines and pints

    4.4(39 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    I attended a volunteer dinner at Vines and Pints. The restaurant was closed for the private event…read more This place is located in downtown Gilroy and I went on a Wednesday night and there was parking available, about a block away, on the street. I can see this street being busy and parking hard to get on a weekend. The restaurant has plenty of tables but no outside seating. There is a large bar with a great selection of wine, spirits and beer. The team serving us was welcoming and attentive. They knew their wines and were happy to make great recommendations. Our party did not get to order from the food menu because it was a preset menu for dinner. There was a buffet with a protein, vegetables, salad and dessert. I took one star off because of how greasy the food was. Other than that hiccup, I would come back here on my own. The service was outstanding - attentive but no pressure. An upscale place in downtown Gilroy. I highly recommend.

    Tried this place for the first time last night. I enjoyed the ambiance, it's cute and right down…read moretown. Large selection of wine and beer. One thing to note is that their menu online does not match what they offer in person and that soured our visit. Much of what we went into order was not available. The menu was small and mostly heavy bar bites. That said once I was over the initial disappointment what we tried was good. Jenn the owner came and helped us and she was very sweet and personable. I just hope they update their website to reflect their true menu.

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