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Black Bear Diner Murrieta - Steakhouse in Murrieta, California

Black Bear Diner Murrieta

4.4 (2458 reviews)

24640 Madison Ave, Murrieta, CA 92562

American restaurant
Breakfast restaurant
Family restaurant
Hamburger restaurant

About Black Bear Diner Murrieta - steak house in Murrieta, California

Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.

Customer Review Summary

Black Bear Diner in Murrieta offers a pleasant breakfast experience with immediate seating even on busy days. The food, particularly the Grizzly and Shrimp & Cod combo, is well-portioned, tasty, and provides great value. The atmosphere is lively and decorated, contributing to a fun dining experience. Service is consistently praised, especially from staff members like Carolyn and Elvia, who are attentive and friendly. The restaurant is clean, and many reviews highlight the impressive dessert selection, including a beloved blackberry pie. While some dishes received mixed reviews, particularly the chicken fried steak and vegetable preparation, most patrons express a strong desire to return for more menu items. Overall, Black Bear Diner is recommended as a family-friendly spot with a warm, inviting vibe.

Key Features

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.4 out of 5
5
1680
4
450
3
148
2
76
1
104
Based on 2458 reviews

Jared Bender

2 months ago

🍳 Breakfast Experience 🍳 I came here with a friend for breakfast and we didn’t have to wait at all. We were immediately seated, which was impressive for a packed Sunday. There was just enough room for the two of us, and that was great. Starving, we asked the waitress for recommendations on the biggest items on the menu and both opted for the Grizzly. It was super yummy, incredibly filling, and offered generous portions for a great value. ✨ Atmosphere and Service ✨ The whole aesthetic of the place was really fun! They did a fantastic job decorating, making it a lively spot to enjoy a meal. The service was fast, and the staff we met were very nice and efficient. The bathrooms were clean and even decorated in a fun way. Overall, it was a great experience, and if I'm back in the area, I'll definitely be coming back again!

Holly Garrett

1 month ago

Adorable little diner. Food was great and they have an amazing selection of deserts and clothing. Perfect place for the family or if you dont have a lot of time they have a bar area. Highly Recommend checking them out!

Adán Escobedo

The few times I’ve been to Black Bear Diner, I’ve always had great service and delicious food—I’ve never had any complaints. But today, during breakfast, I had the best experience I’ve ever had at a restaurant! Carolyn’s service was absolutely top-notch. She was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Her hospitality truly made my morning. If you’re looking for a great breakfast spot with outstanding service, this is the place to go. I’ll definitely be back!

Daryl Nagtalon

5 months ago

This was our 1st visit to the Black Bear Diner in Murrieta and we were not disappointed. Our server Carolyn, greeted us promptly taking our drink request. As new patrons to BBD we were surprised by the "newspaper style menu". It was a full menu, with breakfast, salads, soups and full dinner options. I chose the Shrimp & Cod Dinner combo, which was fantastic! The fish was crispy and delicious, The shrimp was also delicious, Both were partnered with tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, coleslaw and a mound of fries! The other dishes ordered from the Little Less menu were Bear Paw Chicken Fried Steak , and 2 orders of Santa Maria Tri-Tip. Sorry but no photos on those but everyone was happy with the portion presentation and taste. I look forward to future visits of the Black Bear Dinner as there were many menu items I would like to try! Thanks again to our server Carolyn who helped celebrate my sister's birthday. We also enjoyed our conversation with you 🫶🏾🤙🏽💯💖 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Alex

6 months ago

A little gem. Discovered this place by accident and now I’m hooked. From the cabin like atmosphere to the warm country feel you get when you sit down and take in your surroundings. The staff is friendly, the restaurant is clean and the menu doesn’t let you down. The food is good and the portions are large and let’s not forget the deserts. The blackberry pie is like grandma baked it herself. If you’re in the neighborhood, stop by, you won’t regret it.

Crystal Romo

I had a fantastic breakfast at Black Bear Diner, and Elvia was a big reason why! She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. She kept our drinks topped off, got our order just right, and had such a positive attitude that made the whole experience even better. It’s clear she genuinely cares about her customers, and her excellent service didn’t go unnoticed. If you’re lucky enough to have Elvia as your server, you’re in for a great meal and an even better experience!

Charles Tyler

6 months ago

The place was great. Nice atmosphere inside. My only flaw was the chicken fried steak is not a true piece of meat dipped in batter and fried. It's more like a frozen thin pre made from a company. If you need a good chicken fried steak, you need to try the SWING INN.on front street temecula. That's a chicken fried steak. It's no comparison to theres. The vegetables I had where not prepared right. They special cut ( side way slant cut. ) the carrots tooo thin. Which makes them chewy. But all in all I'd go back again to try something else.

Katrina Engelhardt

9 months ago

We had a young man who helped us today on Father's Day. He was slow coming to us to get our order for food. The manager came by more often. She got her meals, refilled our drinks. Had hiccup on my steak . And she was back with the perfect steak that I wanted. She was fast and awesome. Thank you for your amazing hospitality. You made Father's Day perfect. Will forward to coming back 😀

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 7 AM–9 PM
Monday 7 AM–8 PM
Saturday 7 AM–9 PM
Sunday 7 AM–8 PM
Thursday 7 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–8 PM

Price Range

$10–20