In 1995 founders Bruce Dean and Bob & Laurie Manley opened the first Black Bear Diner in Mt. Shasta, CA. Their mission was simple: create a fun and friendly atmosphere where the local community could enjoy huge portions of home-style cooking at a reasonable price. Today, we continue their mission at every Black Bear Diner across the country, as we passionately provide guests an outstanding experience. Our menu offers comfort food classics, and our entire menu is offered all day long. Whether you are craving pancakes at 8 pm or pot roast at 8 am – we’ve got something for everyone. Enjoy your meal in our family-friendly, cabin-themed diner with our welcoming staff or order to enjoy in the comfort of your home.
Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting. Based on 900 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.1 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
2022 First St, Simi Valley, CA 93065
Phone: (805) 579-7901
Website:
Hours
| Thursday |
6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday |
6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday |
6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday |
6 AM–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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6 AM–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday |
6 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
Eric Cervantes
Black Bear is a Northern California diner staple. The food is not on the inexpensive side, but you go there for the hearty plates that are served there. A standard when it comes to a nice, full breakfast, but they also have lunch and dinner options, too, if you so desire to come during those times of the day.
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Mehron Javani
I am not sure what the issue was, but for a Saturday night, they were not very staffed. With that said, they service was limited, at best, but they were all still positive and polite. The food came out staggered, not sure why and the last person at my table ordered a breakfast meal and that cane dead last and she never received her coffee either. I ordered my steak medium well and it came out well done and very dry. I never asked for ranch, nor do I enjoy ranch at all, but it was in a container dripping all over my fries. The dinner food was not great, but the breakfast was pretty darn good. The manager did what he could to make up for this, but it was too late, it left a very bad taste in our mouths. I would like to come back, but honestly cannot validate a reason to. On top of all of that, this restaurant is pretty expensive and there does not seem to have a rhyme or reason as to why certain things cost the way they do.
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Top 10REviewer Local, National, International (Jazzy)
We are the First Customers at 6AM Breakfast is real Good I had Fried Steak and eggs and Husband had the Eggs California Benedict with Bacon and Avocado . He enjoyed it dessert was delicious and our server is super friendly and She did a Fantastic job
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Kevin Wilson
I made a tactical error this morning. I went to the Black Bear Diner for breakfast. I’d eaten at one years ago on another trip and vaguely remember it being comparable to Denny’s – nothing to get excited about but good enough.
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Kenneth MacLeod
I just discovered this place a week ago. I had a great home cooked meal of meatloaf and mashed potatoes. Everything was delicious, the service was excellent and the portions were huge. I went back again this morning to try their breakfast. I had their eggs benedict over chicken fried steak. What a fantastic combination! Do yourself a favor and try this place. You will love the food, the service and the decor.
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Karina Lopez Betancourt
We used to go there once every couple of months because my son loves it there. However, this last time we went there was a huge cockroach in the floor and the waitress just picked it up and was in her way. Nothing was said to us even though I was the one that spotted it. Then we never got refills on drinks… no one checked on us and it was not a busy day. We spent $110 on 4 people so a bit pricey for service that was non existent and a roach crawling around.
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Danielle Carrillo Whitmore
My family and I really enjoy eating at this location. The decor gives off Big Bear vibes. If you get a chance, read the cute phrases on the bar chairs. The breakfast sweet cream pancakes are delicious and something my Daughter loves. I usually always order a burger with a side salad. I’m a big fan of their bacon ranch dressing. The biscuits are great and it’s always hard to resist getting a small pie at check out. This restaurant is pretty pricey and the service is spotty. Sometimes there is a wait for someone to seat you even though there are a ton of empty tables. I think it’s just an issue with not enough staff.
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Marc Pacino
Some of the most friendly people in both Foodservice, as well as cooks and managers. They are all wonderful live in Italy, by first name.
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Gregory
Overall, a pleasant experience. Food was good, oj excellent, nice atmosphere. As a life-long food service person I have to say that I WAS disappointed in a few things, but none of them deal breakers. The location itself is a little tough to get into, but no marks off for that; difficult to get a good spot in Southern California unless one builds from the ground up out in the boonies!
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Blazer 100
Staff friendly , good food sometimes have to remind them you are waiting on the drinks or sides but over all recommend
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