Black Bear Pub

My wife and I just returned from Big Canoe for a weekend getaway. The resort it’s self is incredible, we enjoyed the condo we stayed in and had an incredible experience at the marina. We ate at the Black Bear Pub out of convenience, it was our first time in the area and we were not familiar with the surrounding towns and figured that the Black Bear Pub was a safe choice. Over the two days we had three meals there– lunch, dinner, and breakfast in that order. Lunch on the first day was the best meal (Chicken wings, beer battered mushrooms, and a chicken salad). Dinner– seafood «buffet“was probably the worst, and the brunch buffet was under whelming. Overall I would say that bar food such as wings and burgers are the best choice when dining at the Pub. My suggestion would be to bring your own food when visiting Big Canoe; if you don’t feel like cooking Jasper which is 10 miles away has some decent chain restaurants. Another alternative in Big Canoe is Duffy’s which is next the the Golf Cart stand. Also remember that food and drinks are served at the pool in the fitness center. I would have to say that the two best meals we had «inside the gates“were from the pool concession stand and Duffy’s. Don’t get me wrong, the staff was friendly and they tried, this place has great views and the potential to be an awesome restaurant but the quality of the food is sub par.

It would be mighty nice if it was mentioned before we drive many miles to say it is private for residents and guests only !!! Very disgusted for our anniversary dinner. :(

Dana is an awesome server! Been here several time and I love the fish n chips. I did see a seafood buffet Option that looked amazing! I will definitely be back. They also had an awesome band playing calling pioneer chicken stand.

Visited Black Bear Pub on a recent visit to Big Canoe due to pure convenience. The restaurant is located inside Big Canoe and since we were unfamiliar with the area and needed to be at a certain place at a certain time we felt this was a safe bet. The restaurant is adjacent to the golf club house. It has some nice views to the beauty that Big Canoe is. We sat by the bar area, which had TV’s with Saturday football games on. The menu was varied, I think everyone can find something to enjoy. Service was ok, nothing spectacular but friendly. Food quality was ok as well. I had the Philly cheese steak sandwich and it was ok. My sister had the ahi tuna salad. I’ve never seen such paper thin slices of tuna. I think that was kind of disappointing for tuna lovers. Also, I was able to try some local brews. That’s always a plus. Overall an ok location for lunch.

This place had really awesome food but the worst service I’ve ever received. The staff treated my table like we didn’t belong there. Waited over 30 mins for our checks and finally had to search down a manager to help.

I would give this place 3.5 stars.
I went here 3 times while visiting Big Canoe. This place was pretty good but the 3 times was more because of the lack of eating options in Big Canoe rather than how good this place was.
1^st meal– I had the burger. It was a pretty average burger.
2^nd meal– Spinach salad, add chicken, and pomegranate vinaigrette was a good salad.
3^rd meal– Ribs and substituted fries for green beans. Surprisingly very good ribs and green beans were very good as well. Best of the 3 meals I had.
I went there for lunch all 3 times. Dinner menu seemed to have better options.
Service was average. Slow service at times when it wasn’t very busy.
Really no dress code.
Beautiful lake view

My golf partner and I had a great Friday night dinner. We recommend the Shrimp Cheviche appetizer. Prices were reasonable and service outstanding.

Great view but be sure to make a reservation for a table next to a window. They have live music some nights and the service is good. The angus burger was great (I love a grilled bun) an everything else was ok but nothing to write home about. Portions are generous but so are the prices for the food.

Nice bar but nothing special in terms of food or value for money. Closes early any nights (reflection of demographics in Big Canoe) and not exactly a happening place. But — one of few places around so will do fine

Great food. Had dinner special on Friday and it was great. Philly cheese steaks and turkey wraps are great lunch choices. Good place to meet with friends. Play shuffle board or simply enjoy the fantastic mountain and lake views.