Black Bear Diner is continuing its Texas expansion with a new location coming to Odessa, bringing its all‑day comfort food menu and family‑friendly dining experience to the Permian Basin. According to KMID/KPEJ, construction is underway at the future diner site on East 56th Street, with plans to open later this spring.
The Odessa Black Bear Diner will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, offering guests classic American comfort foods in generous portions. Known for homestyle favorites like pancakes, eggs, bacon, burgers, and traditional diner meals, the brand emphasizes familiar recipes made with real ingredients and served in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Founded in 1995 by Bruce Dean and Bob Manley in Mt. Shasta, California, Black Bear Diner was built on the idea of small‑town hospitality and hearty, home‑cooked meals. As the chain has expanded across multiple states, it has maintained its signature cabin‑themed atmosphere, warm service, and “bear‑sized” portions that guests recognize and enjoy.
Once complete, the Odessa location is expected to provide a full‑day menu and a community‑oriented dining environment for local residents and travelers alike. While an official opening date has not been announced, Black Bear Diner shared that it anticipates welcoming guests to the new restaurant in late April.