Blue Bear Ellison Bay

4.7

10 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Great for brunch
Good for groups
Neighborhood 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.

Additional information

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
Neighborhood
Ellison Bay
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 10 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

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10 Reviews

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Casey
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on January 4, 2025
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
Milwaukee6 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 21, 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
Milwaukee5 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 27, 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 City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 19, 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
Milwaukee250 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 5, 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
Chicago82 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 16, 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
Portland4 reviews
2.0
Dined on August 9, 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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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on February 18, 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
Milwaukee1 review
5.0
Dined on December 31, 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
Chicago6 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 24, 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 4.7 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

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

12029 WI-42, Ellison Bay, WI 54210

Additional information

Neighborhood
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Blue Bear Ellison Bay

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