Black Bear Diner Colorado Springs Garden Of The Gods

When I was living in AZ, I've always wanted to go into a Black Bear a diner, but I never got a chance to. On Saturday afternoon I was craving a patty melt and some sweet potato fries. That is where I came across this one in Sparks, ordered through Googlefor pickup. At first I was nervous to step in by myself, since some employees at other restaurants can be awkward when peoplearen't in a group. But as soon as I walked into the building there were two other groups of families in line, while someone wasbeing helped at the counter. Before it was my turn in line I was greeted by two wonderful young ladies who both asked me if Iwas waiting for a to-go order. Once I let them know my name on the order they immediately assisted me. It just felt so welcomingto go in and know that the staff feel comfortable with each other that they treat customers with such importance.

Loved the atmosphere, and the food was delicious! We had breakfast at dinner time then came back next morning and ordered from the breakfast and lunch menu. We had a pleasant experience. My husband really loved the fish! Pictures below ????

Probably the worst Thanksgiving dinner I've ever had. They are always kind of hit-and-miss, but this was awful. I ordered for delivery. 1: There was no lid on green beans, when I removed the food tray from bag, green bean juice spilled out over all theother food, esp the prime rib. Green bean flavored meat, gross! 2: The bacon in green beans is RAW. Gross! 3: Stuffing came outof a box, not homemade. 4: Pumpkin pie tastes like KFC mashed potatoes gravy and cinnamon. It's even BROWN like KFC gravy!Nasty! Conveniently, KFC is next door to the diner. They must have run out of pumpkin and ran next door for the mashedpotatoes/gravy. 5: Why do you put the corn muffin with the salad? I'm glad I didn't ask for salad dressing or it would have beencornbread and salad soup! On a positive note, the corn muffin and the mashed potatoes and gravy were good. After I added a LOTof seasoning to cover the green bean flavor, the prime rib was tender, and I could barely taste the bean flavor.

1st time at this establishment. Server was good. Food was good. Atmosphere was good as well. Met folks from Texas that said the always enjoy a meal here. If I see it at another place, I'll stop in again for a meal.

I stumbled across this mom and pop type diner and was not disappointed. I had dessert first (recommended if you don't wanna fill up big portions???????? . The staff was extremely welcoming and made it a fun experience. Chicken fried steak isdelicious and everything is made from scratch! Way to go BBD!!!