Blue Bear Ellison Bay

4.6

10 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

6 Jan 2025

22:30

Great for brunch
Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem

Farm-to-Table Daily Brunch (Breakfast & Lunch all day). Full Bar and Coffee Bar including house cocktails, signature Bloody Mary and boozie coffee drinks! A variety of Gluten-Free and Vegan options (both sweet and savory) in addition to our regular menu items. Daily specials.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Breakfast, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Mon, Tue, Fri–Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(920) 854-3284
Website
http://www.bluebeareb.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Joseph Schulte

Location
12029 WI-42, Ellison Bay, WI 54210
Area
Ellison Bay
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan

What 10 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

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10 Reviews

C
Casey
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My family has been coming to Door County since I was a child and we have seen the progression of restaurants in Door County over the years. The Blue Bear/Della Porta in Ellison Bay is leading a new direction for Door County. Local farm to table food executed in a delicious and simple way is priceless. You can taste the love that goes into the food and service. Definitely going to return many more times.
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Carrie
VIP
Milwaukee
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and outstanding service! Couldn’t be more pleased with everything!
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Christine
Milwaukee
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Service a bit slow but food was well worth the wait
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Jan
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful! Food & service were excellent. We come back often and always enjoy introducing new guests!
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Dave
Milwaukee
250 reviews
5.0
250 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The hostess said that the restaurant was having problems with the OpenTable reservation system. We were fortunate that a table for two people was available, although there appeared to be spots available at the counter. Like many Door County locations, there were several large groups seated at tables, but the staff handled them well. The food was excellent with an amazing selection of gluten free options and accommodations. Prices were higher than some other places; however, they are appropriate given the fresh ingredients (farm to table), unique offerings, and professional service staff. We cannot wait to return, and to check out the sister Italian restaurant serving evening dinners at this location. Who would have thought an Italian restaurant would have many gluten free options?!?! Can’t wait!
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Richard
VIP
Chicago
79 reviews
5.0
79 reviews
Dined on 16 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
A Friday lunch that hit the spots. Artichoke salad with whipped goat cheese, pistachios, and other yummy things. Whitefish sandwich with fries. Both really delicious and obviously fresh.
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Sally
Portland
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 9 August 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Our reservation was not found and we were begrudgingly led to an open table. We had our 6 year old grandson with us. I noticed at least half of the tables had children also. We were told there was no children’s menu and not a crayon offered to him. We know that he loves noodles and put together a delicious but expensive meal for him. We have eaten here many times before and though I’ve seen some reports about unfriendly service we have always felt welcome but I really did not feel that way this time to the point that we will not be returning
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great farm to table experience. Menu portions were sized right and not overwhelming.
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 December 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So very fresh and delicious. I had the biscuits and gravy, which did not leave me feeling uncomfortably full. Owner was kind, courteous and attentive to each new face walking inside. First time visiting Door County and will make efforts to stop here again.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Worth the drive! We were hungry and looking for a place with great food and an open table. Luckily, Blue Bear just started their presence on Open Table. We had delicious fancy coffees (highly recommend the bourbon vanilla latte!) and full breakfast/brunch items. We especially enjoyed the short rib hash… Tessa (co-owner) was right! Their chef (co-owner and hubby of Tessa) knows how to prep meat… melt in your mouth! Even the stove-top toasted French bread was perfect to complement our hot breakfasts on a cold morning. We also leaned that they have big plans for an Italian restaurant… look for that opening in April! Like Arnold says so passionately, “We’ll be back!!”
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Blue Bear Ellison Bay is rated 4.6 stars by 10 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

6 Jan 2025

22:30

12029 WI-42, Ellison Bay, WI 54210

Additional information

Area
Ellison Bay
Hours of Operation
Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Mon, Tue, Fri–Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Breakfast, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Joseph Schulte
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan

Website
http://www.bluebeareb.com/
Phone number
(920) 854-3284

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