Black Bear Diner – American
Step into a rustic, cabin-inspired retreat where the aroma of sizzling bacon and golden-fried steak fills the air, welcoming guests into a space defined by wood-carved charm and mountain-sized hospitality. Towering plates of savory chicken fried steak and hearty, slow-roasted tri-tip anchor a menu of soul-warming comfort, creating a nostalgic dining experience where every generous bite feels like a homecoming.
5100, Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, CA, 94588 +19258479100 https://blackbeardiner.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Black Bear Diner
Dairy-Free at Black Bear Diner
Black Bear Diner in Pleasanton has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Friday/Saturday Prime Rib and Slow-Cooked Pot Roast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Black Bear Diner
Black Bear Diner in Pleasanton has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Friday/Saturday Prime Rib and Slow-Cooked Pot Roast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Black Bear Diner
Black Bear Diner in Pleasanton has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Friday Night Fish Fry, Homemade Fruit Cobbler and Bear Claw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Black Bear Diner
Black Bear Diner in Pleasanton has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Friday/Saturday Prime Rib. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Black Bear Diner
Black Bear Diner in Pleasanton has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Friday/Saturday Prime Rib. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Black Bear Diner
Black Bear Diner in Pleasanton has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Friday/Saturday Prime Rib. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Black Bear Diner
Black Bear Diner in Pleasanton has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Friday/Saturday Prime Rib. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Black Bear Diner
Black Bear Diner in Pleasanton has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh-Squeezed OJ. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Black Bear Diner
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Avocado Club | 10 g | 39 g |
| Joe's Hobo Omelette | 78.1 g | 37.1 g |
| Bob's Big Bear Burger | 29.4 g | 25.2 g |
| Tri-Tip Dip | 47.8 g | 23.1 g |
| Bruce's Meat Lover's Omelette | 9.3 g | 23 g |
| Slow-Cooked Pot Roast | 62.1 g | 22.6 g |
| Friday/Saturday Prime Rib | 0 g | 19 g |
| The Grizz | 28.7 g | 18.6 g |
| Friday Night Fish Fry | 0 g | 16.1 g |
| Huckleberry Lemonade | 17.1 g | 12.3 g |
| New York Steak & Eggs | 30.6 g | 11.3 g |
| Shasta Veggie Scramble | 21.1 g | 8.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast Combos
- The Grizz - $18.99: 2 sweet cream pancakes, 3 eggs any style, 2 slices of thick-cut bacon, 2 sausage links, a smoked ham steak & choice of side Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bigfoot Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs - $17.49: 10 oz smothered in country gravy, 3 eggs any style, 2 homemade biscuits & choice of side Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Big Bacon Breakfast - $15.99: 6 slices of thick-cut bacon, 3 eggs any style, 2 homemade biscuits & choice of side Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch
- New York Steak & Eggs - $19.99: 10 oz USDA Choice steak, 3 eggs any style, 2 homemade biscuits & choice of side Available at: breakfast, brunch
Omelettes & Scrambles
- Joe's Hobo Omelette - $14.99: Smoked ham, link sausage, thick-cut bacon, jack cheese, cheddar cheese, spinach & onion Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bruce's Meat Lover's Omelette - $15.49: Smoked ham, thick-cut bacon, link sausage & jack cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Shasta Veggie Scramble - $13.99: Avocado, spinach, tomato, onion, bell pepper & jack cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Bob's Big Bear Burger - $16.99: 10 oz all-beef patty, grilled onions, tomato, dill pickle, lettuce, mayo & Thousand Island dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Avocado Club - $15.49: Marinated grilled chicken breast, avocado, thick-cut bacon, lettuce, tomato, Swiss cheese & mayonnaise Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tri-Tip Dip - $16.49: Seasoned tri-tip on a grilled ciabatta roll served with au jus Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Dinner Classics
- Homemade Meatloaf - $17.99: Ground beef and seasoned sausage topped with beef gravy and crispy onion straws Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Slow-Cooked Pot Roast - $18.49: Onion, carrot, celery, mushrooms, red potato, herbs & spices with beef gravy Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Friday Night Fish Fry - $16.99: All-you-can-eat hand-breaded pollock fillets, French fries, hushpuppies, cole slaw & tartar sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Friday/Saturday Prime Rib - $24.99: 10 oz slow-roasted prime rib Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner
Desserts
- Fudgy Chocolate Cake - $8.99: Four-layer fudge cake with chocolate fudge icing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Homemade Fruit Cobbler - $7.49: Berry or Apple with golden top crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Bear Claw - $5.99: Flaky buttery pastry with almond or blackberry filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Fresh-Squeezed OJ - $4.99: Daily squeezed whole oranges Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Bottomless Coffee - $3.49: Nicaraguan blend
- Huckleberry Lemonade - $4.29: Lemonade and huckleberry syrup
Frequently Asked Questions about Black Bear Diner
- Is Black Bear Diner dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Black Bear Diner has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Friday/Saturday Prime Rib and Slow-Cooked Pot Roast.
- What can I eat at Black Bear Diner on a dairy-free diet?
- Friday/Saturday Prime Rib and Slow-Cooked Pot Roast carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Black Bear Diner have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fresh-Squeezed OJ.
- Is Black Bear Diner gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Black Bear Diner?
- Chicken Avocado Club, at roughly 39g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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