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    Black Bear Diner Independence

    3.8 (164 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Bacon & Cheddar Burger (860 cal)
    David L.

    I have been to the locations in Olathe several times, I was greeted right away and sat quickly. Staff was friendly and offered suggestions of menu items. I was checked on throughout the meal to make sure the food was good and that I didn't need anything. I have ordered the Strawberry lemonade and a burger, I had no issues or complaints about either one.

    The lobby wall.
    Lynn R.

    My wife and I were in the area and enjoy a good BBD meal so we stopped in for an early dinner. The hostess sat us right away. We waited a few minutes waiting for our server during a slow afternoon. Once our server took our drink and food order the service was top notch. We talked about few menu items. The food was good. She was right there with drink refills. She was very nice and friendly. Then it came time to pay the bill, and get the passport stamp. Paying the bill was no problem. There aren't any other BBD locations close so no one knew about the passport stamp other than the manager. The cashier had to ask and server and then the manager about the passport stamp. Why train the staff about the stamp if there aren't a lot of other locations close by. I got the easy going vibe.

    Mocha Iced Coffee
    Matthew E.

    This was our first breakfast visit. We really enjoyed our food. The service was top notch and the overall look of the diner was inviting and relaxing. I got the California Omelette and it was fantastic. My drink was the mocha iced tea. Also VERY tasty. My wife got ham and cheese omelette and unsweetened tea. She loved her meal as well. This diner will be our new "go to" place for a great breakfast!

    Amazing Grits
    Caitlin R.

    Great Diner, delicious grits, and fantastic service. Prices are fair and portions are huge. I got the chicken avocado club, and it was real chicken that didn't taste like the typical processed crap. The burger was excellent and cooked to order. We live around the corner, so we'll definitely be back.

    Taco Salad
    Tyler D.

    Needed something off I-70 to break up a long road trip. Picked Black Bear because it was right there. Cozy, clean and kid-friendly. The taco salad and club sandwich were both excellent. Kids loved their burgers and fries. Service was friendly and attentive. Pleasant lunch!

    This blob of slob is the mashed potatoes /white gravy. Looks toxic but it's descent.
    Jason S.

    Not just Mid but Very mid . I mean there's bear statues everywhere. What do you expect? Makes you feel like you're eating in a diner from vacation with Chevy Chase. Definitely not recommendable.

    Hand-Breaded Fish Fry
    Renee M.

    I've been to Black Bear Diner plenty of times and every time has been a good experience! On Friday I decided to go for the all you can eat fish fry. It was so good and the fish tasted super fresh and fried right before it got put on the plate. It really is a great deal especially for a big appetite because they give you a large amount of food.

    Cinnamon Roll French Toast* (1650 cals.)

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    7 years ago

    We went on Tuesday and the service was good we only had to wait for three minutes awesome food would recommend

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    7 years ago

    Food was great but service is even better! Ask for Gina or Isaiah and order the pancakes!!

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    7 years ago

    Our food was served to us burnt sent back two times still came out burnt worst place we have ever ate at will never go back

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    Tin Cup - Parmesan-crisped bread with cheddar, asadero blend, Swiss, and American cheese. Try with the House Marinara!

    Tin Cup

    4.8(10 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    Oooo, this place is good! New owners are definitely taking it up a notch! We had the smash…read moreburger, buffalo salad, ultimate grilled cheese and chipotle chicken potato--all great. LOVED the Caddy Stack with tots. Very friendly staff, tons of tvs to watch games. Definitely recommend.

    As soon as my wife walked in for lunch we were treated like we were regulars even though we had…read morenever been here before. The restaurant was clean and had an energetic feel. We were immediately greeted and we sat at the bar since nobody was there at 11:05. Our waitress was Giovanna, who was happy, energetic and engaging. I ordered the special; pork tenderloin with tater tots and my wife ordered the chicken sandwich. While we were waiting we talked with Giovanna about sparkling waters that we each liked and she went out to her car and got a La Croix Lemon Cello drink to try while we were waiting for our food. (She normally doesn't do this but it pertained to our conversation and was a gracious gesture). The food came out quickly and was presented beautifully. Both sandwiches were tender and juicy and cooked to perfection! We had no complaints, only compliments. We highly recommend this and we will be back! Thank you Giovanna for such great service and conversation.

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    Tin Cup - Bar with 6 tvs

    Bar with 6 tvs

    Tin Cup - Jalapeño cheese curds served with ranch and Tin Cup sauce. Spicy!

    Jalapeño cheese curds served with ranch and Tin Cup sauce. Spicy!

    Tin Cup - Enjoy the sun, under an umbrella. Come enjoy patio season with Friendly Staff ;D - Patio Season!

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    Enjoy the sun, under an umbrella. Come enjoy patio season with Friendly Staff ;D - Patio Season!

    Corner Cafe - Independence - Cinnamon Roll

    Corner Cafe - Independence

    3.7(292 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Corner Cafe has such a cute atmosphere, very cozy "country grandma vibes" and it's usually a place…read morewe enjoy going to. We were seated right away as a party of 8, which was great for a larger group. Unfortunately, the experience this time was really slow when it came to food service. Our food took about 45 minutes to arrive, and we noticed smaller tables that were seated after us received their meals, ate, and left before we even got ours. Our server also walked past our table several times without giving any updates, which was frustrating while waiting. We typically go to the Liberty location because we've had better experiences there. This visit just wasn't the best, but we do like the overall vibe of the restaurant and hope service improves at this location.

    We went for dinner. It took about an hour to get food. Several tables were seated, ate, and left…read morebefore we got our food. It is completely unacceptable to receive service this slow. The food was good, but the fries had been under the warmer for much longer than it should have and felt soggy and lifeless. I would like to try the food again at a corner cafe with good service (this was my first time eating at corner cafe) The inside was very similar to most other brunch spots with a bit of a country theme. The atmosphere felt off with all the customers crammed in one section of the restaurant with the rest of the restaurant left vacant with the lights off.

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    Corner Cafe - Independence - Pies and Cookies

    Pies and Cookies

    Corner Cafe - Independence - Ordered coconut, not banana.

    Ordered coconut, not banana.

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    Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - Chicken Tender Platter: Our hand-breaded chicken tenders are made to order. Choose from classic, Buffalo or honey hot. Served with two sides

    Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

    2.6(275 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    (Part of original review) * We're still frequenting this…read moreplace! The meatloaf and the dual country fried chicken cutlets are the best two entrees where value is concerned. We always opt for the fresh mashed potatoes, the honey glazed baby carrots, and country seasoned green beans... They're always perfectly cooked and perfectly seasoned. Even the side of red beans and rice or the broccoli cheese casserole are always a comforting choice. You just can't go wrong. We love the honey buttered fresh croissants they generously serve, complimentary to everyone. I'lI tell you a secret price hack... If you order the veggie plate, which gives you 5 sides: 4 regular sides of your choice, plus a soup or salad (or substitute a 5th side choice instead) then add on a side of 3 thicken tenders (which are hand battered and cooked until they're a moist, tender, crunchy perfection of a tender.) for only $3.99, you'll get a real awesome deal!l It's like ordering their regular chicken tender dinner - but only now, you're getting 5 side choices!!! Doing it that way, you're getting 3 extra sides for the same basic price of the regular tender dinner with only 2 sides! You're welcome! That's my not-so-secret hack now. We really like using the get in line benefit on their website as well No waiting!!! You can't go wrong with eating here. They seem to care about your experience.

    Cheddars will always be one of my favorite restaurants…read more The food was definitely the highlight. We ordered the chicken wraps and battered fish, and both were really good. The chicken wraps were flavorful, fresh, and filling without being too heavy, and the fish was cooked just right--crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. You can tell they put effort into making things taste homemade rather than rushed. The atmosphere was comfortable and relaxed, making it a good spot to sit down and enjoy a meal without feeling hurried. Service was also solid--friendly, attentive, and everything came out in a reasonable time. Overall, this location really delivered on both quality and experience. If you're looking for a casual place with consistently good food, this Cheddar's is definitely worth a visit. I'd happily come back again.

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    Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - Our Santa Fe Spinach Dip is prepared with creamy cheese, topped with sour cream & served with freshly fried tortilla chips & a side of salsa

    Our Santa Fe Spinach Dip is prepared with creamy cheese, topped with sour cream & served with freshly fried tortilla chips & a side of salsa

    Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - Our Honey Butter Croissants are baked to a golden brown and drizzled with house-made honey butter.

    Our Honey Butter Croissants are baked to a golden brown and drizzled with house-made honey butter.

    Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - Strawberry Texas Frozen Swirl: Frozen Texas Margarita swirled with strawberries.

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    Strawberry Texas Frozen Swirl: Frozen Texas Margarita swirled with strawberries.

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