The Black Bear Bistro
107 S Main St, Algonquin
(224) 678-9449
Customers' Favorites
Roasted Poblano with 4 Oz Chick Lobster Tail
Raisin & Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Blackened Mahi Mahi
Cedar Plank Salmon
Frypan Pork Belly
Bistro Jambalaya
Grilled Calamari
Beef Wellington
Mushroom Soup
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Recent Reviews
This hole in the wall was empty (we arrived at 5pm) and filled up between 6 and 6:30. The food was creative and delightful, portions were generous, service was attentive without being overbearing. The cost was higher than our average, but worth it. I don't recommend sitting at the window table even with the shades pulled. It appears that there was no A/C and it got quite warm. I see this as a special occasion stop in cooler months. Highly recommend.
As a longtime vegan, it can still be tough to get a meal at some places, but these fine folks took care of me quite nicely. The chef even fixed me a desert that should be added to the menu, for my dining partners liked it as much as what they had ordered. Aside from the excellent dishes served, the staff are very courteous and personable. We had the fortune of having Olenna assigned to our table. She is a cheerful and intelligent part of an already cool place. She got answers...
My husband and I decided to try a new (to us) restaurant last night and found The Black Bear Bistro to be a wonderful choice. We started off with mocktails that our helpful waitress offered to modify any drink for us from the cocktail menu. We appreciated this accommodation and the drink was a handcrafted version of a spicy Margarita that was great. The menu had a unique and large variety of items and specials. Trip of soups was a great appetizer choice and the squash with crab...