The Bear Cafe

4.4 (199)

$31 to $50

American

295 Tinker St., Route 212, Woodstock, NY 12498

About this restaurant

Romantic
Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

Located in historic Bearsville/Woodstock, on the scenic Sawkill Creek, the Bear Cafe invites its guests to become part of its family. The Bear Cafe fuses a rustic Catskill vibe with the Bearsville Woodstock music and arts scene. The Bear Cafe Is committed to fresh and local ingredients served in a casual fine dining atmosphere celebrating the spirit and heart of Woodstock every night.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.bearcafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Josh Rajala
Catering
Bear Cafe Catering is the exclusive on-site caterer for The Bear Café, Peterson House and the Bearsville Theater events for parties of 75 to 250 people.

Location
295 Tinker St., Route 212, Woodstock, NY 12498
Neighborhood
Woodstock, New York
Cross street
Tinker Street
Parking details
There are two acres of parking one the property a short walk from the restaurant.
Entertainment
Bearsville Theather
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine

French Onion Soup$12.00
with Beef Consommé and Swiss Gruyere Gratin
Bear Café Organic Mesclun Salad$9.00
with Shaved Parmesan and Lemon Vinaigrette
Endive and Watercress Salad$12.00
with Pears, Gorgonzola, Polenta Croutons, Cranberry Vinaigrette
Warm Spinach Salad$15.00
with Green Apples, Bacon Lardons and Egg
Crispy Fried Calamari$14.00
with Green Onion, Chili-Lime BBQ Sauce
PEI Mussels$14.00
with White Wine, Dijon Mustard, Light Cream, Shallots
Seared Ahi Tuna Sashimi$17.00
Sesame Seeds, Wasabi Soy Dipping Sauce, Wakame Sea Weed

Appetizers & Salads - Specials

Heirloom Tomato Soup. Basil, Creme Fraiche$9.00
Crispy Fried Castroville Baby Artichokes, Lemon Aioli$12.00

Entrees

Pumpkin Ravioli$20.00
Portabello Mushrooms, Butternut Squash, Pearl Onions, Sage, Aged Provolone
Oven Roasted Campanelli's Chicken$27.00
with Mashed Potatoes, Green Peppercorn Jus and Haricots Verts
Grilled Salmon$26.00
Chili-Lime BBQ Glaze, Sugar Snap Peas, Shiitakes, Scallions, Ginger Crispies
USDA Prime Grass Fed N.Y. Strip Steak$40.00
served with House Cut French Fries, Green Peppercorn Butter
Grass Fed Filet Mignon$40.00
served with Port Wine, Garlic Mash, Stilton Butter
Grilled Tofu with Soba Noodles$20.00
with Shiitake Mushrooms, Napa Cabbage, and White Miso Broth
The "Bear Café" Burger$16.00
served on a Toasted Challah Bun with Lettuce, Tomato, Dill Pickle and Fries
Grilled Natural Chicken Breast Sandwich$16.00
with Mango Chutney, Lettuce Tomato and Hand Cut Fries
Vegie Burger$16.00
Organic Oats, Walnuts, Sunflower Seeds, Vegies, Choice or Fries or Green Salad
Char - Grilled Cedar River Sirloin Steak Sandwich$20.00
with Garlic Crouton, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle and Hand Cut Fries

Entrees - Specials

Arborio Rice Risotto$21.00
Leeks, Butternuts Squash, Parmesan Shards
Cioppino$31.00
Day Boat Scallops, Mussels, Shrimp, Crabmeat, Tomato, Pinot Grigio, Garlic Crustini
Pan-Seared Mahi Mahi$29.00
Roasted Chili Butter, Toy Box Tomatoes, Swee Corn, Potato Crisp
Char-grilled Leg of Lamb Skewer$28.00
Fregola, Feta Cheese, Mint, Capers, Cucumber, Cucumber, Garlic

Sides

Basket of Hand Cut Fries$7.00
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Caramelized Onions, Hazelnuts$9.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes$8.00
Haricots Verts$8.00

Desserts

Apple Cobbler$8.00
with Vanilla Ice Cream
Classic Creme Brulee$8.00
NY Cheesecake$8.00
Fresh Blueberry Compote
Fresh Mixed Berries$8.00
with Fresh Whipped Cream
Hot Fudge Sundae$8.00
with Fresh Whipped Cream and Walnuts
Adirondack Creamery Ice Cream$8.00
Warm Chocolate Melt Away Cake$8.00
with Roasted Strawberries

Reviews

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4.4

(199)

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

199 Reviews

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solomons
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on March 22, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Tried to cancel reservation on line, website down. Tried to cancel reservation by phone, mailbox full. I believe the restaurant was (is?) closed. Not a good way to do business.
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Stewart
New York City6 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 9, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
never happened!!! they called on Saturday at 4 pm to get in touch with all the patrons to say they were actually closed 2 weeks for 'spring cleaning'. they were sorry and just found out Thursday that they were unable to serve dinner; out of luck.
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BadKitty
New York City9 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 8, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Although we had a confirmed reservation for nearly a week prior per Open Table, we arrived to find the restaurant closed for several weeks for renovations. We have eaten there before in previous years and loved it - considered it the best steak I’ve ever had - but showing up to find a cold, dark, shuttered building was not welcoming at all. I hope to visit again sometime when it is open, but will call the restaurant personally to ensure they will be open next time we are in the area.
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Alinka
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 25, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My man and I had the bestest time there . We had a late night reservation , and even though we were late (we came almost before the closing) the service was so great , no one showed us any annoyance. The food was outstanding . We had mussels , ravioli and scallops . AmazinGggggg ! Mussels were real big , and such generous amount ! Scallops took me away on the 7th sky ... so delish! When I made a reservation , I chose the place Mostly because of its location (the creek), but I realized when we were on the way to dinner that it’d be hard to appreciate it night . But I was wrong . Even though you couldn’t see as clearly as of course in the daylight , it was still pretty magical and unique ! Loved it there !!! Wish everyone abundance of Love and Happiness 🌸
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time in Woodstock, so we chose this restaurant based off of reviews. It didn’t disappoint. The restaurant is beautiful, and the photos do not do it justice. We were seated by the windows overlooking the stream, and it was quite romantic. The service was fantastic, friendly, and prompt. The drinks were wonderful as well. We wish we lived closer so we could go back! Such a pretty place for a special date.
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SWMom Gold
New York City64 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 17, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A comfortable and casual restaurant in Woodstock, NY!! Friendly staff promptly seated us at our reservation time. Delicious calamari and french onion soup appetizers. Well-prepared salmon and scallop entrees were tasty and beautifully presented. We enjoyed our table overlooking the river.
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CutieFoodie
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went to dinner for Valentine's day weekend and had an excellent time. I ordered the French onion soup for my appetizer which was phenomenal. For entree I had the chicken and creme brulee for dessert. I also ordered the salty bear drink, and my date order the steak. The staff and our waitress was very courteous, and we also had an awesome view of the Creek. I would go again soon.
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CindyP
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Nice venue, good music. Great Calamari appetizer! A new prep that is never had. French onion soup was good. Filet was a bit chewy. Overall taste was very good
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MadeleineS
New York State1 review
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The entrees (salmon and scallops) were well prepared and reasonably priced. However, $12 for a glass of prosecco and $3.50 for a cup of plain coffee seemed over the top. Service was efficient.
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Jbjr Gold
New York City20 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 4, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great........ will always return..... cant wait to go back.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.bearcafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Josh Rajala
Catering
Bear Cafe Catering is the exclusive on-site caterer for The Bear Café, Peterson House and the Bearsville Theater events for parties of 75 to 250 people.

Location
295 Tinker St., Route 212, Woodstock, NY 12498
Neighborhood
Woodstock, New York
Cross street
Tinker Street
Parking details
There are two acres of parking one the property a short walk from the restaurant.
Entertainment
Bearsville Theather
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine

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The Bear Cafe

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

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Additional information

Appetizers & Salads

French Onion Soup$12.00

Bear Café Organic Mesclun Salad$9.00

Endive and Watercress Salad$12.00

Warm Spinach Salad$15.00

Crispy Fried Calamari$14.00

PEI Mussels$14.00

Seared Ahi Tuna Sashimi$17.00

Appetizers & Salads - Specials

Heirloom Tomato Soup. Basil, Creme Fraiche$9.00

Crispy Fried Castroville Baby Artichokes, Lemon Aioli$12.00

Entrees

Pumpkin Ravioli$20.00

Oven Roasted Campanelli's Chicken$27.00

Grilled Salmon$26.00

USDA Prime Grass Fed N.Y. Strip Steak$40.00

Grass Fed Filet Mignon$40.00

Grilled Tofu with Soba Noodles$20.00

The "Bear Café" Burger$16.00

Grilled Natural Chicken Breast Sandwich$16.00

Vegie Burger$16.00

Char - Grilled Cedar River Sirloin Steak Sandwich$20.00

Entrees - Specials

Arborio Rice Risotto$21.00

Cioppino$31.00

Pan-Seared Mahi Mahi$29.00

Char-grilled Leg of Lamb Skewer$28.00

Sides

Basket of Hand Cut Fries$7.00

Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Caramelized Onions, Hazelnuts$9.00

Garlic Mashed Potatoes$8.00

Haricots Verts$8.00

Desserts

Apple Cobbler$8.00

Classic Creme Brulee$8.00

NY Cheesecake$8.00

Fresh Mixed Berries$8.00

Hot Fudge Sundae$8.00

Adirondack Creamery Ice Cream$8.00

Warm Chocolate Melt Away Cake$8.00

Additional information

Not available on OpenTable