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Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 1293 reviews

What Michael F likes about Black Bear Bistro:
This was our first time having dinner at the Black Bear. It was a recommendation from a friend of ours. Food was very good. Service was attentive and the servers recommendations were spot on! Trout and Duck were awesome. Very small and intimate. Chef knows his stuff. Too top off dinner we had two desserts. The flowerbeds chocolate cake may have been the best we have ever had! Key lime was a solid second. Nice hidden... View all feedback. What Zackary S doesn't like about Black Bear Bistro:
I will never set foot in this place again! We had a reservation for 5pm, clearly stated on our confirmation. However, the owner insisted that our reservation was for 4pm and refused to acknowledge the evidence on our phone. She then escorted us to a cramped and unpleasant back room that reeked of cigarettes and had no windows. The atmosphere was uncomfortable and awkward. Additionally, walking through the kitchen was... View all feedback.

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Google
4.7 ★ from 289 reviews
Sabina
21.10.2023 - 12:44

First time....great service.... different food....good food. Owners come around and greet too. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $20–30 Food:...

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Jeremy
22.10.2023 - 05:41

A quiet little restaurant you might walk right past. However, the chef and his wife inside make the most wonderful wild game dishes you've ever had. From wild b...

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Rob
22.10.2023 - 05:41

4 meals ordered. One of them, the trout (from the regular menu--not a weekly special), we were told was not available; two hours after the restaurant opened for...

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Ashley
22.10.2023 - 05:41

Food was okay, not as good as it is expensive. Service was good and server was nice. Place is small and a felt a bit cramped. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner...

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Linda
22.10.2023 - 05:41

I had the flank steak it was excellent Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Yelp
4.6 ★ from 150 reviews
Tricia
21.10.2023 - 12:44

If you are looking for an absolutely delightful eating experience this place is for you! A little pricey some might say but not for the uniqueness of the food y...

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Theo
24.10.2023 - 13:31

This place was just alright, service was fine, the food was very average. However, the food was expensive and there are many other places you could go with chea...

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Heidi
24.10.2023 - 13:31

The food is good., but pricey for offerings. We had the filet mignon appetizer and was gristly had to spit in napkin, and the shrimp appetizer which was wonderf...

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Teresa
24.10.2023 - 13:31

Had a wonderful meal here last night. Great presentation of the food and it was all delicious.

Grant
24.10.2023 - 13:31

I was looking for a small, intimate place to take my wife after our marriage ceremony. I couldn 't find any place in the Crystal Lake/McHenry/Algonquin area tha...

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Menu
4.8 ★ from 10 reviews
Favian
22.04.2023 - 11:00

I give this restaurant a perfect 10 out of 10! I have been coming here for years, often with family and friends, and the service is always top-notch. The drink...

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Sammy
29.03.2023 - 15:33

Chef Santy is happy to prepare a vegan meal, appetizer, or dessert upon request. This charming family-run restaurant welcomes walk-ins on weekdays, but reservat...

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Clara
22.04.2023 - 11:00

This charming little restaurant in downtown Algonquin is absolutely delightful! I brought my friend here to celebrate her 40th birthday and it was a perfect cho...

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Avis
22.04.2023 - 11:00

So good! Flavor combinations I would not have expected, intimate atmosphere, very cute interior, friendly staff, and the owners (one of which is the head chef)...

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Delilah
22.04.2023 - 11:00

Amazing! This little jewel seems to be a very inconceivable little restaurant, but wow!! What it hidden behind the glass storage doors is exceptional. The Black...

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Restaurantji
4.7 ★ from 215 reviews
Heidi
25.08.2023 - 11:04

The food is good., but pricey for offerings. We had the filet mignon appetizer and was gristly had to spit in napkin, and the shrimp appetizer which was wonderf...

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Anca
25.08.2023 - 11:04

This place is absolutely exceptional. Yes, it's small, but who cares. It's cozy and the owners are so warm and friendly and welcoming. And I, myself, only care...

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Grant
25.08.2023 - 11:04

I was looking for a small, intimate place to take my wife after our marriage ceremony. I couldn 't find any place in the Crystal Lake/McHenry/Algonquin area tha...

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Rob
25.08.2023 - 11:04

4 meals ordered. One of them, the trout (from the regular menu--not a weekly special), we were told was not available; two hours after the restaurant opened for...

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Michael
25.08.2023 - 11:04

This was our first time having dinner at the Black Bear. It was a recommendation from a friend of ours. Food was very good. Service was attentive and the server...

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Happycow
4.0 ★ from 2 reviews
rocknred
04.10.2023 - 04:38

Chef Santy is happy to prepare a vegan dish, appetizer, or dessert for you upon request at this intimate family-owned restaurant. Walk-ins are usually welcomed...

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LexieandWalter
04.10.2023 - 04:38

I have not eaten yet, but while sitting here, I am starting to fall in love.

Facebook
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Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 15 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.5 ★ from 687 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.7 ★ from 301 reviews
Sirved
4.6 ★ from 73 reviews

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