Tasty home cooking southern style! Cafeteria type meals with quick service and lots of good down home choices. Try the sweet potatoes! The fried chicken is a popular selection but there are a number of others as well. Convenient free parking in back. Definitely recommend the Bear's Den for a hearty meal! read more

I'm in town for training and I wanted to try some food food in the city of Macon. So as always I use Yelp to guide me to my next location to try out. The food was very good and staff was friendly. I can see myself eating here again. read more

Just sitting here enjoying my favorite restaurant in Middle GA. The Bear's Den is the most amazing little place and the food is outstanding always. My preference is the Beef Tips on Rice and they never disappoint. The staff is friendly and the owner is a wonderful lady, entrepreneur and employer. The Bear's Den catered my oldest daughter's wedding in October and it was perfect...just like sitting down inside the restaurant on Oglethorpe St. So many of our guests were introduced to this phenomenal restaurant and the consistently great food! If you are ever in Macon or surrounding area, it's worth a drive to find the Den and enjoy a great home cooked meal! Thanks Kristi and staff for always providing a stellar experience. read more

Awesome food!!! Best dressing besides my own and very clean. Prices are just right if you have to feed the family or coworkers.

Delicious home cooking and great service. Wish they were located in either Peach or Houston county. I am sure they would be busy!

Amazing Southern food, great service! My two girlfriends and I were on our way to Hilton Head after meeting up at the ATL airport from our three different cities and we just happened upon this place. So happy to have gotten the chance to experience this wonderful restaurant. Highly recommend he fried fish if you find yourself there on a day when you find it on the menu. read more

Some of my favorite country food in south GA. The fried chicken doesn't play! Everything is excellent. Never really had a bad experience ans ive eaten there 20 times or so. read more

The place was so good, I need to find excuses to go visit Macon again! The best baked chicken I ever have! I think it was called the Lemon pepper chicken. Can't wait to go back to try their fried chicken and fried pork chop. read more

Omg..... the best soul food in town hands down the cornbread dressing is my favorite as well as the butter beans and lemon aide! The sweetest servers they are so kind and helpful I really love and appreciate the help with me and my mother and her limited mobility to walk and handle her food and drinks ! Let's just say the food is like the team here outstanding.... Great job Bears Den read more

The best home cooking with fast friendly service! Get the fried chicken! You will not be disappointed!

Ok went here yesterday 10-19-2018 had fried chicken Breast,wing with pineapple casserole,and butter beans. Ice tea.It was Delicious!!!. This place is clean, nice folk.Never had pineapple casserole but it was the Bomb!!! Reminds me of a tiny S & S. Will be back soon. read more

The Bear's Den - It was Delicious!! - Soul Food Near Me - Macon, Georgia

Good southern cooking. Good portions and price. Selection changes daily. Friendly service.

Quite amazing, the "best home cooking" cafe in Macon, GA for sure. The staff was very friendly, but it's the South so no points there. I'm a Texas boy and had never had country chicken fried steak with brown gravy and onions in my life so I gave it a shot. I'm more used to the white creamy gravy on my chicken fried steak, but this dish at Bear's Den changed my mind. Not only was it moist, the brown gravy had a creamy texture which surprises me. Definitely recommend this dish. I had turnips and mash potatoes on the side to stay safe, but it was quite delicious. These side dishes were Not much better than home cooking ones, but it made me feel like home. I also had the corn bread. Though it was not the best, not many corn breads out there are better. Overall, great experience. If you are in Macon, GA and want to feel like eating at home, Bears Den can give you that feeling. read more

The Bear's Den - Chicken fried steak with brown gravy/onion, turnips, mash potatoes with gravy, corn bread and lemonade. - Soul Food Near Me - Macon, Georgia

Was driving through and wanted to try this out because of previous reviews. Hands down worth it! This place is like going to your grandmas for a good filling home cooked meal. The staff is so very friendly and attentive. If we ever come through this area again we will definitely be stopping by! read more

The Bear's Den - Beef Tip and Rice - Soul Food Near Me - Macon, Georgia

The food is delicious. The beef tips are my favorite. You can't go wrong with chicken fingers either. Not open on the weekends. You should not leave Macon without a meal from here. read more

Absolutely the best food in Bibb County- Hands Down!!! It's reasonably priced, great portions, and has the most friendliest employees around. If you haven't tried them you're missing out on the best comfort food this side of South Georgia. Please support The Bear's Den. It's obvious the management has a winning recipe for success- Delicious food, Friendly staff, & Affordable prices with adequate portioins of food. Go- Bear's Den!! read more

Great place for soul food- we had smothered pork chops & fried chicken, both were awesome- sides were delicious, the Mac & cheese is very cheesy - quick service for an easy in & out- we definitely recommend read more

Southern soul food at its best. Each day they have a new special so happens I came on the lemon pepper chicken day which was amazing. Real true southern food. Staff was super friendly place was packed I came at lunch so it was busy. If your traveling in the the area I highly recommend this this southern restaurant. A true southern meal and hospitality. read more

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The Bear's Den is buffet/cafeteria style meat and sides joint with homestyle Southern finger lickin' goodness. Mac n cheese is always on my plate here, with varied meat options depending on which day of the week. I like their collards and creamed corn, and the desserts are worth saving room for or grabbing for a treat later on! It gets crowded, as popular and good places do. It's one of the authentic soul food meal experiences you've gotta have in Macon. read more

Excellent! The food and service were top notch! I will definitely return and letting others know about this gem of a place!

On my search through my yelp app I came across this restaurant which I had heard about it somewhere. I believe it was on television. Well nonetheless my mom and I entered the restaurant and was greeted with a friendly greeting. The lady's serving the food were so patient and kind as it was our first time at this restaurant. It made me feel welcome. Needless to say the food was very delicious and tasty you can tell it was prepared with a lot of flavor and love . Our dining experience was tasteful as my mom and I so graciously savored every bite. Last but not least I can't remember her name but she was so kind as we began to depart the restaurant and take the remaining of our food with us she was so gracious to serve us with a lot of love and kindness you can tell that she has a passion for the job she does. I will definitely return to this restaurant in the future. read more

Was working in the area and close to the hospital, so I decided to grab a bite. Food was alright but a change of pace from typical fast food, portion size was a bit small for price point. Will give it another visit if short on time, being close to hospital. read more

Great food and staff! Long time staple and a must try! Try the fried chicken! All sides were well seasoned and satisfying.

We ordered lemon pepper chicken, lasagna, Mac and cheese, green beans and banana pudding. And it was delicious! No problems at all. Amazing. Love this place and friendly staff! read more

The Bear's Den - Soul Food Near Me - Macon, Georgia

Food is good, meat & three. Only problem is their hours are awful.

Bear's is a quaint restaurant in Macon. The staff was the definition of southern hospitality. I ordered the baked lemon pepper chicken over rice. It was perfect. My sides were cabbage and macaroni and cheese, also perfect. I topped it off with fresh brewed iced tea. I didn't have room for dessert so maybe next time. read more

This is a gem in Macon. Kinda like the soup nazi when you first get in line - but this is the real deal and there is nothing but sweetness here. Go for the chicken - + dumplings is absolutely wonderful- you will dip the biscuit in the broth Green beans amazing, subtle spice that I wish I could mimic. read more

A favorite soul food spot. Most of the items are very delicious. Mac n cheese, fried chicken, any of their veggies are many good starts to a meal. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Go when the first open or after lunch hour rush because it gets very busy. read more

I'm not usually one for cafeteria-style restaurants, but I will make an exception for Bear's Den any day. Come with a big appetite because you will end up in a food coma for the remainder of the day. The fried chicken tenders are juicy with a great crust. The macaroni and cheese cannot be beat. The corn bread is delicious. And the banana pudding is perfect. Yum yum yum. The service is also top notch. My husband and I were recognized as repeat customers on only our second visit, and when they realized we'd brought a friend along who was from out of state, they gave her a free banana pudding. Great people and true Southern hospitality. Great food and true Southern cooking. read more

The beef tips with rise and baked chicken were both delicious! As for sides, the collard greens were best side we got, the macaroni and cheese was alright and the black eyed beans were also good. The corn bread was a good choice,and had to have the sweet tea! Great service. Good local atmosphere. read more

The Bear's Den - Soul Food Near Me - Macon, Georgia

First, let me discuss the negatives. Namely, value. The combo is $10, includes two sides, entree, coke, dessert. With tip, $12. Serving size and cafeteria atmosphere don't warrant this pricetag to me. My solution: $7 carryout, skip dessert, drink water, no tip. Second negative: its loud. Eating here is similar to a high school lunchroom, but with MUCH better grub. The happy stuff: good mac n cheese (far from homemade, but still yummy ). Great fried green tomatoes, and Kickin fried chicken. Skip the lasagna, idunno what caused me to think that'd be a good road to drive down. The squash should be avoided, and the brownies should be bought in bulk.:) Overall, really good food, but best to be taken home or to work. Don't get the big combo, and don't eat on site. Bonus: they take amex. read more

Soo greasy. This place kind of mystifies me because it's been around a long time and is always busy at lunch, despite serving up some pretty yucky stuff. I've been several times with friends and colleagues and I will concede that, if you are in a hurry, the cafeteria style service makes it easy to get in and get out. That being said, finding parking is a pain and everything I've ever tried was nasty. Someone tried to convince me that I just didn't appreciate Southern cooking. Well, if Southern cooking is bland, oily, overcooked and salty, then I guess I not only don't appreciate it, but I don't really want to. I think next time someone tries to talk me into going I'll stay and eat out of the vending machine instead. read more

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Cheap cafeteria/homestyle soul food. Southern hospitality guarantees a full stomach and drowsiness to follow. Opens until 1800. I recommend if you want inexpensive goodness and want guranteed stomach satisfaction! Food ranges from fried chicken to spaghetti complete with choices of bread, veggies, and of course dessert. Oh and don't forget the sweet tea! read more

If you're on a diet, stay away from here. There's enough butter & salt in everything to make Paula Deen envious. Then again, that's also why it's so damn good! For a mere few bucks more than your average "value meal" at a crappy chain fast food restaurant, you can get a huge portion of really yummy, good quality southern home cooking. I've tried just about everything, but I always seem to gravitate towards the chicken tenders with mac 'n cheese and green beans. You can't go wrong with that combo. The staff are very friendly. My only complaint is that their cornbread and biscuits are both a bit dry. read more

Macon has a plethora of home cooking restaurants & this is def one of the best. A typical "meat & 3". The meatloaf was very tasty as is the country fried steak, chicken tenders and fried catfish! The mashed potatoes were creamy & the gravy was mighty tasty. Don't miss the sweet tea or the greens! It's an easy walk from Mercer's campus and they even take the Bear Card! It's a true don't miss and was a regular lunch spot for a good collegiate career! read more

Great food and atmosphere. People are very friendly and servings are man sized . HOME MADE ALL THE WAY AND FRESH

I may be a bit biased since the owner is a family friend and my grandmother moonlighted here after she retired. But! The Bears Den is a weekly ritual for me. Most of the staff is very friendly. The owner is on the serving line everyday and everyday comes out to speak to her friends and guests. And the food is delicious. Sometimes they aren't consistent with a few items. But for the most part they do a stellar job. Five stars cuz Grama would whup me if I didn't! Update: Have to respond to the suggestion that you not leave a tip to save on the tab from Clay K. These girls aren't exactly pulling down six figures. A dollar per person for bussing the table and taking care of anything you need is standard. If you enjoy the food and enjoy not having to bus your own table and refill your own drink then leave a dollar. It's common courtesy. And I'm almost certain anyone who would suggest otherwise has never waited tables. read more

Great Southern cooking and it makes ya good looking too! Most everything on the menu is good. I think the breading on the fried chicken is a little to heavy and that was a turn off but everything else was awesome! You can call them and listen to the automated menu to make sure they have something for you. The sweet tea is awesome here and the service is friendly. Great stop for lunch! One note: don't' order desert until after the meal, there usually isn't room left over but if there is, the brownie is awesome! read more

The Bear's Den - Soul Food Near Me - Macon, Georgia

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