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    Black Bear Diner Tempe

    3.3 (469 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Art H.

    9/14/25 Tempe errands. We were starving and BBD was the first place to appealed to us. First Visit to an east Valley BBD, last visit 8+ years ago far SW valley. Parking 5/5 Missed another rush, lots of private parking. Atmosphere 5/5 Like all locations, mountain lodge decor with sprinkles of Black Bears scattered about which made me think they should incorporate them into the restaurants name! You're welcome ; ) Service 3/5 Oddly they had plenty of servers hanging around but few customers. Several gathered near to bar stool counter chatting, and the waitress who was working our area was asked to give up our table so another server had something to do. He took our drink order and disappeared for 10 minutes. After delivering our drinks he said I'll be back and disappeared again. Meanwhile the server who was working our area was hustling, clearing tables. She was a go getter! The our guy came back we ordered dinner salads and Big foot Chicken fried steaks. Off he goes returning with our salads then dashed off. No silverware on the table and we waiting several more minutes until we flagged down Miss Hard worker who was kind enough to get us eating. Service here was terrible! Shame on the Manager, we won't be back. He was one of the gaggle gathered up front laughing and carrying on. Food 5/5 We both loved their Bigfoot Chicken fried steaks, salads and scratch mashed potatoes. Our experience was brightened by the "customer focused" server who rescued her coworker. She received the well earned tip! If I were hiring, I'd hire 10 more just like her. Good luck Tempe BBD.

    Cinnamon Roll French Toast
    Janet L.

    Shame on me for not visiting sooner. I live 5 minutes away and I never thought of going here for breakfast!! They don't advertise in the neighborhood like IHop and Danny's, so it just never came to mind. I was shocked when I showed up and the entire dining room was full!! It was Sunday at 10:00am! I waited 10 minutes to be seated, which was acceptable. The food took a bit long (almost 20 minutes) to come to our table, but my cinnamon French toast was worth the wait. The menu has overwhelmed amount of items, but that's why they are so successful!! No advertising and still packed! 10/10!

    Bears choice
    Paula E.

    I love black bear. Always consisting of great food. Cozy atmosphere and great service. Never a complaint!

    BLT
    Jackie T.

    I got the BLT with onion rings to go for the first time, it wa pretty good but not super special. I've had the omelettes before and am a big fan of their breakfast, I will probably stick to that in the future!

    The Grizz
    Chris S.

    In my humble opinion, blackbear diner has the best pancakes! There's secret is they use sweet cream to make them. The bacon is also pretty good...LOL

    The bear choice
    Andi T.

    Our server Erick was great and very attentive to us even when the kitchen was backed up from a 20 top table. Our food was hot and delicious when it came out and all the staff were working hard and all were very nice and working as a team Will come back again!

    Friday Fish Fry.
    Steven S.

    Went for the Friday Fish Fry Tonight. Great fish and sides. Jalen was our server and was great. He anticipated our needs and provided wonderful service. Would definitely recommend.

    Rick G.

    We are regulars at a few of the local Big Bear Diners and are proud of it, they rarely let us down. This is one of faves and works perfectly during our local shopping near to it. The meals are consistent, the offerings are more than generous, taste delish almost always, and the atmosphere is excellent and the service at each visit has always been fab! At our visits over the past few months and beyond our coffee, orange juice or Arnold Palmer we've tried their renditions of Loaded Grits with real bacon chunks, terrific lasing of butter, and of course a hearty helping of cheese... one of the best renditions in Phoenix of my South's Cookin' loves! Their incredibly fantastic Chicken Fried Steak Omelette (our first time trying it) consisting of tender Chicken fried steak chunks (they have a fab batter by the way). It is chock full of tender fresh spinach, nice strong red onion, what appears to be fresh mushroom, chopped tomatoes, red and green bell pepper as well as jack & cheddar cheeses, and they top all this with their house made country gravy - yummy! Yes they do have other delish meals such as terrific burgers and an array of sandwiches for lunch. For dinner you can find delectable eats like salads and soups and a really, really good Chili, but you'll find many, many more items we've had that are too long to mention. Ensuring we go during their non-rush times to avoid long lines, we enjoy every visit. You should too!

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    Leaving this review for Sim. He is a great server, very engaging and fun! The food is always great, but portions!

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    Basic american breakfast. Good potatoes. Friendly servers even though I was a cranky biyotch

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    Best service for dinner and server was awesome. Thank you for engaging with our little.

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    Do you have gluten free pancakes, waffles and other breakfast items?

    They offer a GF bread for toast but no pancake or waffle option.

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    Alter Ego

    Alter Ego

    3.9
    (247 reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$

    I've been here a total of four times prior and never had complaints. Today was different. I…read moreunderstand the changes of seasonal menu but I just seem like the recent menu had no main concept. My boyfriend got the pizza and it tasted as if it were a frozen pizza. I got the bang bang shrimp and it was good (6/10). The problem that I have is the pistachio gin fizz was an absolute no! I am a HUGE fan of pistachio and gin so immediately I had to get his drink but it was beyond mediocre. Are we drinking only syrup??? My last complaint is the coconut tres leches dessert.... Do we actually know how to make tres leches or we just naming desserts however we want? Just curious. It came out super hot, steaming more like a molten cake. As a Hispanic woman, I was expecting a creamy moist cake to celebrate my graduation but this was not it as well. Last but not least if the bald manager with the orange shirt wants to eat in the back of the kitchen, not the problem I get it (I work at restaurants) HOWEVER shoving your two index fingers into your mouth to get your debris out was my last straw. Like I said I like this restaurant and never had problems but today felt like a fever dream there.

    Fun place with outdoor and indoor seating. We came in for a Saturday brunch and it did not…read moredissapoint. I actually Yelp'd it prior to going and the menu I saw a pic of in Yelp is no longer the brunch menu. When I asked about a substitution they did not hesitate and the chef was all over making me my meal! The service is also really great here and everyone is super friendly. They offer, breakfast, brunch on the weekends, lunch and dinner so I would get over and try!

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    Front desk, lobby. Nice place to read and chill.
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    Morning Squeeze

    Morning Squeeze

    3.6
    (441 reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$

    This brunch spot offers generous portions and solid food quality that ultimately make the menu…read moreprices feel justified. While the ambience is fairly simple, the overall experience is a positive one, especially once the food arrives. I ordered the lox and bagel and was impressed by how substantial the portion was. The lox was generously layered, with a large amount of arugula on top. The arugula appeared to be lightly dressed with olive oil, which added great flavor. While it did not fully align with my personal dietary preferences, it was well executed, and I would be happy to return to see if it can be adjusted. The dirty chai was another highlight in terms of flavor. It was well spiced and not overly sweet, which I appreciated. Although it was described as very hot when delivered, it arrived closer to lukewarm, but the taste itself was enjoyable. Service was efficient and attentive. The check was dropped off relatively early, which initially felt a bit quick, but our server continued to check in on us throughout the meal, creating a balanced and courteous experience. The fresh squeezed orange juice was excellent, and everything we ordered was well prepared. Parking in the area can be challenging, though the nearby parking structure behind Pedalhaus makes it more manageable. Overall, this is a reliable brunch option with strong portions, thoughtful flavors, and enough positives to make it a place I would gladly return to.

    Decided to give morning squeeze another chance…read more My boyfriend ordered the butter cake French toast, and I had the BLTA with fries. The French toast was the star of it all. It was absolutely delicious and the best part of the dining experience. The BLTA (Bacon Lettuce Tomato Avacado) sandwich was way too heavy on the lettuce and the bread was quite hard, making it difficult to eat. It was moreso a handheld salad. Service was okay, though not especially attentive, as our water wasn't refilled. At the host stand there was some confusion when we arrived. She didnt realize we were standing there and then when my boyfriend asked a question about a menu item she didnt respond. Not sure if she was just not paying attention, the music was too loud, or didnt want to converse with us. Sort of awkward. Overall, the experience was mixed, but the butter cake French toast was delicious.

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    Daily Jam - Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant

    Daily Jam - Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant

    3.9
    (1.3k reviews)
    5.7 mi
    $$
    Free WiFi
    Outdoor seating

    Everyone was happy and enjoying conversations but most of all eating their breakfast…read more Friday morning brunch time and it was still full but things were moving along. Stand and order at the counter... ahh, no pressure if there's line. Then go and find a table for six...yikes. Our breakfasts were on our tables quickly and all at the same time, perfect. From Chicken and Waffles to the Eggs Benedicts and my grandkids pancakes were all taken down quickly with no fuss. We shared a few bites, I refilled my coffee and were out. Smoothly run, large menu, outside space and a clean bathroom is enough for me to try Daily Jam again. Last word... let's go.

    3/14/26: It's not often I give such sucky ratings, but in this case, it was warranted. Not much…read moreroom to move, dry rolls, tough toast, no flavor (for the most part). We popped in this particular Saturday morning while trouncing through the Tempe Festival of the Arts. There was a line (no surprise since it is ASU territory), but the layout of the line meant people brushing by you & getting too close. The guy who took our order was uncheerful & came across as "I don't want to be here; what do you want?" Not the best impression. We placed our order & were lucky enough to find a seat. There is a small patio on their south side; the light rail to their north. The guy who delivered our food was more friendly. The cinnamon roll was so dry, I swear it had been sitting out for a week -- and there was too much cinnamon. My sister's classic eggs benedict was unappetizing; the English muffin, too, was dry. So dry she practically needed a steak knife to cut into it. There's a Proof Bread shop just down the street. How Daily Jam can have such God-awful muffins is beyond me. The potatoes had no seasoning, she had to salt them -- and the salt & pepper shakers needed filling. My croque madame was edible, if simple. In short, there is absolutely no desire to visit Daily Jam again.

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    Plain & Simple, Eggs Toast & Potatoes with Bacon
    Red Velvet Waffles! Awarded best in AZ by Food Network!
    Red Velvet Waffles! Awarded best in AZ by Food Network!
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    Over Easy - Tempe

    Over Easy - Tempe

    4.6
    (117 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    Man, this place was GOOD. My partner and I came here planning to have a relaxed brunch, and it…read moreended up being one of those spots where you accidentally stay for hours because the atmosphere is just that enjoyable. We were drinking mimosas, eating, talking, and taking our time, and I really appreciated that we never once felt rushed to leave or pressured to keep ordering. A lot of places start making you feel awkward if you stay too long, but the service here stayed friendly and attentive the entire time we were there. The mimosas were honestly one of my favorite parts because they had so many different fresh juice flavors to choose from instead of just the typical orange juice. It made the experience feel way more fun and customizable, and you could actually taste how fresh the juices were. Every mimosa we tried was refreshing and super easy to drink. The food was also really good and paired perfectly with the drinks. Everything tasted fresh and well-made, and it all came out quickly even though the place was busy. I also loved that they offer both indoor and outdoor seating because it gives the place such a nice vibe depending on what kind of experience you want. We spent a good amount of time just relaxing, enjoying the weather, and hanging out, and it honestly made for such a nice date spot. Overall, this place has a really welcoming atmosphere, great service, delicious food and drinks, and the kind of environment that makes you want to stay awhile. Definitely somewhere I'd come back to for another long brunch.

    I'm 6 months pregnant, and my needs may be different from yours, so this review is strictly based…read moreon my experience. My husband and I found this place online, and it looked like a great spot for brunch. When we arrived, there was no one at the hostess stand, and it took quite a while for anyone to acknowledge us. When the hostess finally came over, we asked for a table for two. She immediately told us there was only outdoor seating available and didn't even mention that waiting for an indoor table was an option. Keep in mind, it was 110°F on a Sunday in Arizona. My husband had really been looking forward to trying this place, so we asked what was available and decided to stay. We were seated outside near the entrance. Shortly afterward, we watched the hostess tell other guests who arrived after us that indoor seating was available with only a 5-minute wait. Why wasn't that option offered to us? We absolutely would have waited. Unfortunately, the hostess's attitude and the way the situation was handled completely changed the experience for us. It left us feeling unwelcome, and we weren't able to enjoy our meal the way we had hoped. The food may have been fine, but customer service is a huge part of dining out, and this experience overshadowed everything else. Safe to say, we won't be returning. An unfriendly and dismissive environment is not something I'm interested in supporting.

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    Foch Café & Bistro

    Foch Café & Bistro

    4.4
    (191 reviews)
    5.5 mi
    $$

    Let's start with the food: 5/5. I got the breakfast bowl and it was hands down the best breakfast…read morebowl I've ever had. It had duck bacon (was curious about this bc I'm not a fan of duck), turkey sausage, black beans, quinoa, egg, spinach and more. Somehow that entire medley was perfection when it comes to flavor. Usually bowls can be dry with no sauce, but it was not lacking at all. Staff and service: 5/5 we brought our dog Tom who's a pretty big golden doodle and sometimes can get overly excited when he gets brought outside. But their staff was nice enough to give us a dog bowl with water for him and served his egg on a little to go box plate. It's a little stressful with Tom at times and they made it so much easier. Inside/outside set-up: 5/5. They have a gorgeous inside dining with bar situation. Interior design was super cute for a date and I loved the hanging lamps. Outside had a dog friendly patio and they had cute canopy booths. Overall, we went here on a whim and it's my new favorite spot.

    Handsome lil spot! I definitely enjoyed the ambiance & decor. We had rezzies for noon on a…read moreSaturday, which was a very good idea because the place was hoppin'. We were welcomed with a friendly smile. We explained that the other half of our party was on their way & the host promptly prepared our table... mostly. There were small plates set for each of us, but only one roll-up/napkin (for 4) & no drink menu. Minor details, but it kinda set the tone for the service experience. Now listen... the spot itself is cute. Once we actually got service, our waiter was cool. It just took forevvverrrrr & I ended up having to request cutlery after food was served. To be fair, it was busy, but there also seemed to be plenty of wait staff, so I'm not exactly sure where the disconnect was. Food-wise: the spinach artichoke dip was definitely the table favorite. My caprese panini was ok, it was sadly lacking pesto which feels a little criminal for a caprese situation. Our friends loved the fancy French toast & I was absolutely there for the prickly pear mimosas The entire brunch honestly felt like it was one dropped plate away from becoming a sitcom episode. One poor new waiter dropped a plate on the floor, then later knocked glasses off the rack above the bar & shattered a couple right next to guests sitting there. I genuinely felt bad for him because you could tell he was having a rough shift. That said, I really appreciated that they acknowledged the long wait & gave us a discount without us having to ask. That kind of accountability goes a long way. Overall, I'd still go back & give them another try because the atmosphere was fun, the vibe was there, and I can see the potential. Every restaurant has an off day -- especially during a busy brunch rush.

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