The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The Berry

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   Mark

   Calgary36 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Have eaten here a number of times in the past 5 years and they are certainly consistent. Good food and very good service. Menu items are creative but not over the top, and portions are generous. In winter it is a small space as the majority of their seating is on a huge patio which is obviously weather dependent. Many reviewers have mentioned pricing to which I would say this: first it's consistent with any resort hotel with the associated costs and obligations of operating in one. Second, there are perhaps four restaurants in Osoyoos that could be classified as fine dining and the Bear's pricing is fairly comparable. However, unlike two others the Bear is open every day, year round. BTW I don't work for the hotel - I just wanted to defend a favorite spot that I believe gets some unfair criticism!
   

   The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The BerryResponded 5 days ago

   Dear Mark - Thank you for your thoughtful review! We truly appreciate your continued support over the years and are thrilled to hear that you enjoy our food, service, and creative yet approachable menu. Your insights on pricing and year-round availability mean a lot—our team works hard to provide a consistent and memorable dining experience, no matter the season. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This is Canada. Love it. Salmon platter was life's best. Make the effort to go here
   

   The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The BerryResponded 7 days ago

   Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled that you loved the salmon platter—it’s wonderful to hear it was a standout for you. We truly appreciate you making the effort to visit us and hope to welcome you back again soon!
   

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   Carrol

   Vancouver2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server was excellent, food was awesome. I like the concept that it's better to have a smaller choice of food and do it well than have too many choices that aren't as good as they should be. We had dessert, my husband had the honey lemon dessert, it was sooo good, I had the pumpkin mousse in a square of chocolate bubbles, it too was tasty and delicious, and very decorative. We would definitely come back.
   

   The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The BerryResponded on February 27, 2025

   Carrol - Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the service and the food. We truly believe in focusing on a carefully curated menu to ensure every dish is at its best. It’s wonderful to know you loved the desserts—our pastry team will be delighted to hear your feedback! We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
   

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   Jamey

   Las Vegas3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing dining experience. The food was so delicious and flavorful.
   

   The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The BerryResponded on February 25, 2025

   Jamey - Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing dining experience and enjoyed the delicious flavours of our dishes. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal!
   

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   Christa-Lee VIP

   Vancouver7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had an absolutely fabulous evening. Everything was great! The food, the service, the wine. Thank you to Chef for the amazing amuse.
   

   The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The BerryResponded on February 21, 2025

   Dear Christa-Lee, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a fabulous evening and that everything—from the food and wine to the service—met your expectations. We'll be sure to pass your compliments along to Chef, who will be delighted to know the amuse was a highlight. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
   

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   Lucy

   Vancouver1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food and drink. Great evening, for my husband and I and the kids. Everyone enjoyed the food.
   

   The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The BerryResponded on February 19, 2025

   Lucy, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you and your family had a great evening and enjoyed the food and drinks. We love creating a welcoming experience for all ages, and we appreciate you choosing to dine with us. Hope to see you again soon!
   

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   Cassa-mia

   Vancouver1 review

   3.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   They ran out of the steak by the time we got to order and that's what we came for. So we had to have the fish. And it wasn't very flavorful. Not enough potatoes on the side for 2 people. And the oysters had sand and oyster shells in them. Our server was very lovely. And the service from one plate to the next was on point. No dirty plates were left on the table for to long. The drinks were very expensive. But good.
   

   The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The BerryResponded on February 17, 2025

   Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're sorry that the steak was unavailable when you ordered—we understand how disappointing that must have been. We also appreciate your feedback on the fish and portion sizes, as well as the quality of the oysters. Your comments will be shared with our culinary team to ensure we’re consistently meeting our high standards. On a positive note, we’re delighted to hear that you received excellent service from our team and enjoyed your drinks. We strive to provide a well-rounded dining experience, and your kind words about our staff mean a lot. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for a better experience in the future, we’d love the opportunity to make things right on your next visit.
   

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   Rob

   Calgary2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We enjoyed a fabulous Valentine’s dinner at The Bear The Fish The Root and The Berry. The service was excellent and the food superb. We hadn’t been out for a fancy dinner for some time and were quite shocked at the final bill. It was the only part of the meal that was hard to swallow;-)
   

   The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The BerryResponded on February 17, 2025

   Dear Rob, Thank you for celebrating Valentine’s Day with us! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the service and the food—it means a lot to our team. We understand that a special occasion dinner can come with a bit of sticker shock, and we truly appreciate your support. Our goal is to create a memorable dining experience with high-quality ingredients and thoughtful preparation, and we hope it felt worth the indulgence. We’d love to welcome you back again for another special night out (or even a more casual visit). Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to see you soon!
   

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   Mike

   Vancouver22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My wife and I went for the Valentine's Day dinner special, and it was very, very well done. To start the evening, I had a Negroni and my wife had the Lavender Martini, and just before the meal was served, we ordered two glasses of Intersection Merlot. All of the drinks were perfect. I wish the appetizer platter was available year-round because it was spectacular. We shared the duck breast/duck leg and the amount of food was just right. The molten chocolate cake really was the topper on the meal. Inga was a very attentive and pleasant server, she added a lot to the evening. The only constructive comment I will offer is that it was very expensive, so it is a good thing the food quality and presentation was a 10/10! We look forward to coming back.
   

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   The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The BerryResponded on February 17, 2025

   Dear Mike, Thank you so much for joining us for Valentine’s Day and for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your wife enjoyed the evening, from the cocktails and wine to the carefully crafted dishes. It’s wonderful to know that the appetizer platter was a highlight—we’ll be sure to share your kind words with our culinary team. We’re also thrilled that Inga helped make your experience even more special. She’ll be so happy to hear your praise! We understand that a special occasion dinner is an investment, and we truly appreciate your recognition of the quality and presentation. Your support means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable meal.
   

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    Heidi

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Enjoyed the best dirty martini to start. Followed by 2 very enjoyable meals. The soup was fantastic as was the vegan option called Dirt Candy.
    

    The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The BerryResponded on February 10, 2025

    Dear Heidi, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your dirty martini and that both meals, including the soup and our Dirt Candy dish, hit the mark. We love crafting flavourful options for all our guests, and it’s great to hear that you appreciated them. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic experience soon!
    

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