Black Bear Diner

While I was in town visiting family they took us to this restaurant. They do not offer a GF menu. The waiter was not GF knowledgeable, so I had to ask ALOT of questions and was very specific in my ordering. I ordered the veggie omelet because it is made in a pan that never has flour near it according to the waiter. I also ordered the grits without bacon or cheese. The food was ok, have had better but I did not get cross contaminated. I wouldn’t make this a regular stop but was pleased with the service.

They don't have anything GF. They have salas. That is what I got.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout

I enjoy having the eggs and egg omelette with fried bacon

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Big cross contamination problem. Not gf friendly. Poor service.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

Our waitress has a dairy allergy, so was well versed in allergy safety and knew the ingredients for all of the dishes. She made sure our food was safe and properly handled. I would not trust the other staff to know about allergy safety. The food was very good and we were glad to find a meal at one of the few places open on Thanksgiving.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options

No GF menu, no GF choices, but you can find something to eat. I had a bacon cheeseburger salad with oil and vinegar, and I was fine. If you are celiac and used to navigating the real world without hand-holding or special accomodation, you can figure something out. If you are counting on the staff or menu to do it for you, look elsewhere.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average