Black Bear Diner Buena Park

Aaron Becker

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January 06, 2026

We had a great experience at this restaurant. The service was excellent from start to finish, and the manager truly stood out. She was very attentive during our visit, constantly checking on us and making sure everything was perfect. She even brought us coffee herself, which was a really nice touch. You can tell she genuinely cares about customer satisfaction. Great service, great management, and a very welcoming atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back! Thank you Sonia and the rest of the staff for the hospitality

Michael Alvarado

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January 24, 2026

Finally took time to frequent this hugely popular spot. It did not disappoint. Any place that nails Biscuits n Gravy gets a 5 star from me. Generous meat and egg portions, loaded with flavor. Great coffee and service, never had to flag down for refills. Will return again for certain.

Willa Escobedo

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January 16, 2026

We had a good experience here. Our server Isaiah was great! He was very attentive and friendly. He had good recommendations for the items we selected and was great with other guests as well. I noticed that he was super helpful to the family next to us with an elderly woman; kneeling down lower so he could hear her better and so she could understand him. The food was delicious and my daughter loved her beat pancakes. The host was friendly as well.

Donald Chavis

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September 15, 2025

Was in town for work and found a real gem in Black Bear Diner. From the outside it looks like a full restaurant, but inside it gives classic diner vibes—bar seating, pie displays, pass-through window, uniforms, and friendly smiles. Think Waffle House meets Cracker Barrel—that’s the vibe. I had pancakes, chicken fried steak with cheese eggs, and cheese grits. The pancakes were consistently thick, fluffy, and huge (I’ve tried them at multiple locations). The chicken fried steak was crispy outside, juicy inside, and paired perfectly with creamy grits. The fresh-squeezed orange juice was so good it made me wish I lived closer. The staff was warm and attentive, making us feel like the only table there. The GM, Isasaeed at the Buena Park, Ca location said they train their staff to make each table feel special, and Michele our server exhibited that with ease! Black Bear is expanding nationwide, and if you get the chance, treat yourself—it’s worth it for both the food and atmosphere! Disclaimer: Other plates in photos are from other visits at other Black Bear Diners after this first visit… What they excel in is consistency from Chicago to Cali…

Mrs. Cota

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October 22, 2025

My girlfriends and I enjoyed a little ladies brunch at Black bear Diner in Buena Park. The customer service was amazing! From the hostess, to the server and bus staff, to the manager our experience was AWESOME! They truly made us feel welcome and like family. Of course the food was delicious, but in addition to how yummy everything was, they accommodated all of our requests. Since it was brunch, we couldn't decide on breakfast or lunch, so they literally had a little bit of everything (waffles, pancakes, pot roast, meatloaf, sandwiches, etc.) and it all came out at the same time and perfectly warm. Last but not least, the atmosphere is always perfect at Black Bear when you need that homey feeling, where you can just relax, enjoy the company and what tastes like a home cooked meal. This is just one of the many visits we've had at Black Bear, but after eating there for a number of years, it was about time I shared a shout out!!