The Black Bear Bistro

107 S Main St, Algonquin IL 60102
$$ New American Recommended New

The Black Bear Bistro in Algonquin IL is a modern American restaurant serving classic and inventive dishes with a focus on locally-sourced ingredients and wild game. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options always available.

Reservations

Booking Notes:

For parties larger than 6 please call us at 224-678-9449.

Business Info

  • Address: 107 S Main St, Algonquin IL 60102
  • Cross Street: Algonquin Rd. and Main ST
  • Location: Chicago - Northwest Side
  • Cuisine: New American |
  • Cost: | Inexpensive
  • Category: Upscale Casual
  • Star Rating:
  • Reservations: Recommended
  • Dress Code: Casual
  • Meals Served: Dinner |
  • Parking: Street | Public Lot |
  • Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Discover | Diners Club | JCB | UnionPay | Cash | Apple Pay | Google Pay | Debit |
  • Corkage Fee: 15.00 |
  • Phone: (224) 678-9449
  • Features: Catering Services, Organic Ingredients, Private Room, Takeout Available, Wheelchair Access, Healthy Options, Farm-to-table,
  • Occasion: Romantic Dining, Dining Alone, Business Dining, Special Occasion, Vegetarian, Date Night,

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Business Hours

Reservations Available
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Dinner - interior Dining 4 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday
Dinner - Interior Dining 4 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Thursday
Dinner - Interior Dining 4 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Friday
Lunch interior dining 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Dinner-interior dining 4 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Saturday
Dinner - Interior Dining 4 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Lunch interior dining 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sunday
Dinner Interior Dining 4 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Lunch Interior Dining 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Customer Reviews & Ratings

4.83 out of 5 stars based on 1232 votes

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 26, 2024
Lisa Y.
Chef Santiago, his wife, and his staff are all welcoming and great people. The food is exquisite.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 06, 2024
Judy N.
Service was excellent. Each dish was created with meticulous care and evident love for the chefs craft. Apps and drinks were superb. Definitely returning to enjoy other creations. Chef visited all tables after preparing meals to ensure patrons were pleased.

Overall: 10/10
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Feb 20, 2024
Deb V.
Loved this place. Food was delicious and beautiful. It’s a small restaurant that feels so warm. It reminds me of small restaurants in Europe. Service was great.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 27, 2024
Kathy C.
Our experience at Black Bear Bistro was perfection. We were celebrating my husband’s birthday, and the food was so creative and delicious, the service was friendly and professional, and our hostess couldn’t have been more gracious and welcoming. I would call the food a playful contemporary fusion with a nod to traditional flavors and seasonings. I loved the roasted poblano pepper stuffed with seafood, and my husband chose his favorite, the roasted duck breast. Our appetizer was shrimp and alligator flautas with a yummy barbecue mole sauce. There are also plenty of more traditional entrees such as roasted chicken, skirt steak, fish, filet mignon, jambalaya, burgers, pizzas and tacos. There are suitable selections for children available. The desserts are made in house and to die for. The adorable, cozy place is easily our favorite restaurant.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 9/10
Jan 13, 2024
Georgia L.
The food was amazing with wonderful flavors, very eclectic! Everything from the appetizers to the desserts! We are recommending it to all our friends and family for special occasions or just a drink and some apps. For a Wednesday night in the suburbs, they were busy. The owner/chef apologized for the short staff but that worked to our advantage as we were not rushed. We will definitely return!

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 09, 2024
Sonya S.
We absolutely love The Black Bear Bistro. The food is amazing and service is excellence. We’ve enjoyed every dinner we’ve had and look forward to many more.

Overall: 10/10
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Dec 27, 2023
Sara F.
Excellent Evening! Food pentatonic was beautiful. Everything delicious

Overall: 10/10
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Ambience: 8/10
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Dec 23, 2023
Carol O.
This place is fabulous! The only thing I would like better is the room size.- it’s small and can get loud if it’s a full room. Everything else is outstanding!

Overall: 10/10
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Dec 17, 2023
Trudy H.
The food is the Best!!!!

Overall: 10/10
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Dec 14, 2023
Dave R.
This restaurant is our favorite of any we patronize for fine dining. We love the intimacy of the room, careful curation of the wines, and the truly unique appetizers and entrees. The staff are warm and helpful. We drive one hour to experience the BBB and recommend this restaurant with enthusiasm.

Overall: 10/10
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Nov 18, 2023
Wayne K.
A delightful, charming, family restaurant, with extraordinarily delicious and distinctive food. Well worth visiting!

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Nov 17, 2023
Jane E.
My favorite place, food is outstanding and unusual. It’s intimate and welcoming. Everyone there is so sweet. I want everyone to experience Black Bear Bistro, as long as I can get a reservation. Spectacular!

Overall: 10/10
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Oct 14, 2023
Chris P.
This place was amazing!

Overall: 10/10
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Sep 12, 2023
cliff h.
Food quality is second to none with excellent presentation.

Overall: 10/10
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Sep 12, 2023
Donna K.
The food was excellent and so was the service. Will definitely return!

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 8/10
Sep 10, 2023
Bridget S.
Lovely atmosphere. Our server was very professional and attentive. The food was unique and tasteful. We ate in the back room and I loved walking through the kitchen to get there. There is a small bar in the kitchen that would be fun to sit and have a drink and watch the going on!

Overall: 10/10
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Jul 31, 2023
Michael B.
Great experience!

Overall: 10/10
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Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
Jul 30, 2023
Pamela M.
First time having bison. There are so many unique items on the menu. Going back to try more! I wish the dining area was bigger to accommodate larger parties. Quaint, cozy and romantic.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jul 16, 2023
Blake K.
Fantastic food, great service, intimate atmosphere. Definitely will be back

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Jun 22, 2023
Kathy C.
Black Bear Bistro is superb! We are so, so lucky to have them in Algonquin! My husband and I were blown away by our Father’s Day celebration dinner. I had soft shell crabs with risotto! Bob had the wild game dinner! The chef even makes the desserts to order. His flourless chocolate cake in my favorite of all time. Estella, the chef’s beautiful wife, always makes you feel like you are dining with your favorite relative who loves to spoil you.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jun 15, 2023
Rich F.
Black Bear never disappoints. The food is always incredible and we love the changing specials every week. I had the duck and it was cooked perfectly and my wife had the salmon - which she orders almost all the time - she loves it. The service was perfect - he was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The chef - Samte - even came out to talk to us. This is my favorite restaurant- will be going back.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 8/10
May 29, 2023
Tricia B.
Amazing food! Amazing service! Everyone there was unbelievably nice!!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 27, 2023
John W.
The Black Bear is awesome! The Chef is fabulous and creates all food on the menu from scratch to make it uniquely your way! He will prepare every dish on the menu for my wife to remove allergies and all the food tastes great!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 6/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 16, 2023
Karen R.
Everything was amazing and so delicious. Thank you!

Overall: 10/10
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Mar 26, 2023
Andrew S.
Our first visit to Black Bear Bistro and I was very impressed. The entire staff, from the owner down to our server (Catalina) were outstanding. The restaurant is small, and intimate, giving the restaurant a very personal feeling. Catalina has an infectious smile, beautiful attitude, and she was very attentive without being overly-attentive. Nothing was rushed and we had time to enjoy some of the creative cocktails, an appetizer before we ordered our main course. Our dinner was substantial and we all took home leftovers. We were fully satiated at the end and had to pass on dessert. Maybe next time. When it came time to leave one of the owners came over to ask about our meal and our experience at the restaurant. She was very humble and thanked us many times for trying their restaurant and of course invited us back for another visit. We will have to, because there are some choices on the menu that we would like to taste. Definitely a good choice for dinner and there is something for everyone. Although it is probably too small for families with young kids as I think the intimacy of the experience might be affected by little ones.

Overall: 10/10
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Mar 10, 2023
Carol B.
Great place ! Great food!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
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Feb 23, 2023
Lynn L.
We love The Black Bear Bistro! Every time we have eaten here EVERYTHING is so wonderful!! We have celebrated birthdays & anniversaries at the Black Bear Bistro, as well as just dinner out. No matter what we are treated so warmly, the drinks and food are perfection! The presentation is beautiful and every dish is amazing! We are looking forward to the next time! Mike & Lynn Loch

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Feb 21, 2023
Tom K.
Loved the food! Waiter was very friendly. Had a nice bottle of wine & cocktail (old fashioned) was incredible!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 27, 2023
Julie K.
Great little jem!

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 27, 2023
Kathy C.
We loved celebrating my husband's birthday at Black Bear Bistro! This is our happy place! The entrees, Rabbit Confit and Beef Wellington, were so delicious and imaginative. And the chocolate cake -- divine. No one cooks and plates like the chef. Estela and Chef Santiago always make us feel welcome and appreciated. And server Catalina is a delight.

Overall: 10/10
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Service: 10/10
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Jan 25, 2023
Jenny H.
FANTASTIC! Food is wonderful and so is the service. Love the quaint small atmosphere and look forward to seeing my dish arrive everytime!

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 24, 2023
cliff h.
Excellent! We love this small local place.

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 17, 2023
Linda L.
We both thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The drinks were were wonderful too. I have never had a bad experience at Black Bear Bistro.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Jan 08, 2023
Victor G.
The staff and chef are friendly and always care. The food is always great.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 7/10
Value: 8/10
Dec 29, 2022
Bill B.
The owners make it a personal experience, very kind and hospitable. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. We will definitely come back.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 26, 2022
Vicki C.
Excellent service, delicious food.

Overall: 10/10
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Dec 15, 2022
Rob O.
Very good service. The food was very good. I was hoping to order the pork belly but they ran out. The charcuterie board was delicious.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 13, 2022
Laura V.
it was an exquisite experience! What a wonderful surprise to have this "gem" of a restaurant snuggled in downtown Algonquin! I thought iI was in downtown Chicago! Everything was wonderful and the food was creative and delicious! I will be bringing all my out of town guests back for a fantastic evening!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 10/10
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Nov 13, 2022
Richard S.
Excellent excellent excellent!!!

Overall: 10/10
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Nov 08, 2022
Lorrie R.
The food was out of this world delicious.

Overall: 10/10
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Nov 03, 2022
Michelle B.
Wonder as always!

Overall: 10/10
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Nov 02, 2022
Deborah B.
Excellent food and very pleasant atmosphere. Great to have the owner/chef and wife to visit our table. The waiter was friendly and accommodating. Will definitely recommend to family and friends as a great place for dinner.

Overall: 10/10
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Oct 19, 2022
Richard S.
Food was fantastic as usual! The service was excellent as usual! Can't wait for our next visit in November!

Overall: 10/10
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Oct 10, 2022
Lisa Y.
I spoke with owner/chef before my reservations. He accommodated my special meal request, even though it wasn’t on the menu for that day. The food was beyond excellent. And the owners wife coming around and thanking us was a personal touch that we liked.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 9/10
Oct 07, 2022
Susie C.
Wonderful place. Great food. Ambience is nice but could be a little more inviting/cozy.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Ambience: 8/10
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Sep 18, 2022
Debbie F.
Amazing as always!

Overall: 10/10
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Sep 13, 2022
Debra G.
We went for our anniversary and glad we tried this place. The food was delish, presentation above expectations. Very creative. The owner came over and talked with us, always a nice touch.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 7/10
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Sep 11, 2022
John J.
Great family owned restaurant that takes pride in what they do

Overall: 10/10
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Aug 31, 2022
Ray L.
Food and staff were great. Love eating here.

Overall: 10/10
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Aug 26, 2022
Kathy C.
Black Bear Bistro is my happy place, and what better place to celebrate my birthday? The food is so delicious, and Chef Santiago and his lovely wife, Estella, are so warm and welcoming that dining with them is like having dinner at the home of family who loves you and wants to show that love with every dish and cocktail.

Overall: 10/10
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Aug 25, 2022
Bill L.
As always the food was excellent. Owners and staff were very attentive and friendly.

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jul 11, 2022
Lisa C.
This was by far the best meal my husband and I have had in years. We had flank steak, jambalaya, Mac and cheese (best ever), and key lime pie. Everything was amazing and service was outstanding.

Overall: 10/10
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Jun 17, 2022
Rich F.
The food is always amazing and the staff is very attentive. Excellent family owned bistro - the best restaurant in the county.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jun 17, 2022
Klaudia B.
What a lovely family - they made us feel like we've been friends for years - super cozy and casual yet elegant. Food was amazing and very environmentally elevated and conscious. Great location - Awesome vegetarian options - The lovely Chef is right there with you (like I said, cozy) so you can express your gratitude. We had the grilled calamari (hard to find that prep) with their house made sauce - grilled flank steak - the mixed grill special (nice to see less farmed selections) and the flourless chocolate cake that melts in your mouth - highly recommend and will be bringing all our out of town guests this summer-

Overall: 10/10
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Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
Jun 09, 2022
Trina G.
Great restaurant, excellent food! Will definitely be going back.

Overall: 10/10
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May 23, 2022
Kelli E.
Food is always mind blowing! So so good! Perfect spot to treat yourself to some love filled food!

Overall: 10/10
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May 21, 2022
Billie C.
Food and service is always amazing. The best meal of our 7 day stay in the area.

Overall: 10/10
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Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 20, 2022
Kerry H.
Absolutely fabulous! The service was great and the food was amazing. I'll definitely be going again. You can tell the care that the chef puts into his food and the menu has a lot of variety.

Overall: 10/10
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May 10, 2022
Marge M.
This was such a lovely little restaurant! We were greeted warmly, not only by the staff, but the owner also came out to talk. The food was superb!

Overall: 10/10
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May 07, 2022
Sara C.
Wonderful place, highly recommend!

Overall: 10/10
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Apr 29, 2022
Chris M.
Everything was great. Great food, great ambience, great service.

Overall: 10/10
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Apr 20, 2022
Katherine R.
Delicious, fresh food. Wonderful service from our waiter, the chef. and the manager who checked in during our meal. For a shorter menu, there were lots of options to pick from.
Business Response:
Hi Katherine, thank you very much for your feedback, we really appreciate it! We are really glad you enjoyed our food.

Overall: 10/10
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Apr 08, 2022
Courtney A.
Alex our server was great! Very observant and kind. Chef Santiago made accommodations for non dairy/vegan options. Everything was divine! I’ll be back on a Thursday for their chocolate soufflé! As well as many more meals.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 27, 2022
Mary S.
Delicious food and very friendly, eager family staff. Very enjoyable.

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Mar 06, 2022
Kristin H.
An intimate dining experience as a couple presented with good food, wine and service. Trio of soups sampler, Beef Wellington with sweet potatoes and crab cakes with mushroom risotto were excellent. Must visit again!

Overall: 10/10
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Mar 02, 2022
Andrew K.
Place is awesome! We will be back with friends.

Overall: 10/10
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Feb 27, 2022
Marisa N.
The food was delicious and presented perfectly! Small and cute place, it was great for our date night!

Overall: 10/10
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Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 24, 2022
Carmela R.
Everything about this experience was a 10. The food - AMAZING. Compliments to the chef and everyone working. We had the charcuterie board, soups flight, flank steak and veal chop. We savored every single bite… I highly recommend a visit to this bistro. Soon, before they grow out of this area…

Overall: 10/10
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Feb 23, 2022
Airen D.
Loved the experience, food, and service. I will be back and will recommend to others. Thank you.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 18, 2022
Remy C.
We had the Valentine's Day Tapas meal for two and it was excellent.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Feb 15, 2022
Vickie M.
This was the second time we dined at The Black Bear Bistro and it was excellent! The food is awesome and unique along with the presentation being beautiful. The service was great. Highly recommend!!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Feb 15, 2022
Oscar P.
This was our 2nd time eating at the Black Bear Bistro. The service and the food were outstanding, as good as the first.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 15, 2022
Michael S.
The atmosphere is perfect for a date night out or dinner with friends. The owner is very friendly and helpful with fantastic suggestions to try. The menu items we tried had a Spanish influence and were delicious. I highly recommend the flourless chocolate cake for dessert.
Business Response:
Hello Michael, Thank you for your lovely review, we very much appreciate your kind words. Chef Santiago and Estela.

Overall: 10/10
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Feb 06, 2022
Monica F.
The Black Bear Bistro is a gem! Extraordinary service from Louis, quant chill atmosphere and exceptional food with so much flavor from the chef. Everything about this place was amazing. We will be back!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 04, 2022
Kristen B.
Food was delicious and service excellent

Overall: 10/10
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Feb 03, 2022
Mike B.
Wonderful service and excellent food. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We were impressed with the menu. We will be back again.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 31, 2022
Mark E.
Outstanding food and service. Hostess is delightful.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Jan 28, 2022
Steve V.
Absolutely superb! Might be the best restaurant in Algonquin. Will be going back often.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 20, 2022
Vik K.
This was our first time at Black Bear Bistro and we loved it. Will definitely be back.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 19, 2022
Maribel O.
Drinks and food were excellent

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 10, 2022
Cavin P.
Small place, great food.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 10, 2022
Kelly M.
Adorable and cozy! Food is delicious! Hidden gem, definitely recommend!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 02, 2022
Margie O.
Wonderful service and food! A special, memorable time! Highly recommend!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 01, 2022
Bill B.
Everything was excellent!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Dec 30, 2021
Seth C.
Had a great dinner at Black Bear Bistro. I enjoyed a mixed grill w/ Bison, Elk and Kangaroo which was all cooked to perfection and served with a Cab Reduction that complimented the proteins but in no way overpowered the flavors of the game. I recommend to anyone looking for a unique and well executed dining experience to go see Chef Santiago and Black Bear Bistro at this little culinary gem!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 27, 2021
Carol T.
We visited on Christmas Eve and were pleased to find a varied menu and the willingness to adjust the selections to meet our special dietary needs. The food was delicious!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Dec 13, 2021
Terri R.
Wonderful evening and great food!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 07, 2021
Charles D.
Everyone was so nice and helpful.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 05, 2021
Ginny & Tom S.
The best meal I have ever had. Fried Peruvian Branzino Over a Molcajete With Green Tomatillo Pesto

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 05, 2021
Lauren F.
Lovely quaint restaurant with excellent food!!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Nov 13, 2021
Juan C.
Nice cozy place with great food and excellent service. Highly recommend!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
Oct 24, 2021
Cheri H.
Absolutely wonderful dinner!!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Oct 14, 2021
Shawn Z.
Food was spectacular. Just the right noise level. Wait staff-Henry-friendly, perfectly timed check-ins. Did not feel rushed and felt genuinely appreciated for dining with them. Do not miss the Key Lime Pie!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Oct 14, 2021
Rachel S.
Great little restaurant! VERY accommodating with any food sensitivities, for which I was so thankful! The owner's wife checked on us several times and the service was great. Free dessert since we were celebrating a birthday! Drinks were very good too!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Oct 07, 2021
Chantel S.
Love it ! We’ll be back with more friends

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 10/10
Oct 01, 2021
Ann J.
A real surprise in a quaint area of Algonquin. A small family owned restaurant with the most delicious food. We are foodies and loved it. The presentation is amazing and the staff is friendly. Service takes a little more time… but it is worth it. The menu is full of interesting selections. I would recommend this restaurant. Reservations suggested.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Sep 30, 2021
Dwayne D.
We had a wonderful meal and the service was excellent as well as the food and drink we would strongly recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Sep 27, 2021
Mark S.
Continue to love Santiago's work. Every visit is like visiting family. Best tuna tartare and steak tacos anywhere!definitely worth the drive.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Sep 18, 2021
Anthony B.
Everything was so good we are sending our daughter and her husband there next weekend to celebrate their wedding anniversary.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Sep 03, 2021
Trudy H.
Santiago is the most consistently creative chef that I have had the pleasure to enjoy for over 20yrs. Estele his pretty half is always welcoming and does her best to make you feel special. The wait staff reflects the family values to make your dining experience delightful