Big Bear Cafe & Espresso Bar

Cafe · Dedham

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What to order

from the menu

Ursa Major

sliced bacon, housemade fig jam, goat cheese, honey, balsamic drizzle, baguette.

Toasts$8.50

Polar Bear

housemade chicken salad, Craisins, dried apricots, lemon vinagrette, mixed greens, herbed mayo, pecan sprinkle on seeded wheat.

Sandwiches$8.75

The Coop

housemade egg salad, lemon vinagrette, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon on seeded wheat.

Sandwiches$7.75

Frittata (Sausage|Egg|Cheese)

housemade frittata with lemon vinagrette, mixed greens, on toasted milk roll. Ask about our daily selection.

Sandwiches$6.50

Acái Bowl : Bear Bryant

Acái sorbet, sliced banana, strawberries, blueberries, housemade granola.

Other Specialties$9.50

Mira Bear

Irish butter, housemade raspberry jam, baguette.

Toasts$4

Cafe — food to try

1 on this menu

Espresso✓ On the menu · $0.95
A straight shot is the fastest read on the roaster and the barista.
Here it's “Espresso Shots”.
Cortadoask if they make it
Equal parts espresso and steamed milk — small, strong, balanced.
Avocado toastask if they make it
Yes, still. Good bread is the point.
Pastry of the dayask if they make it
Ask what came out of the oven most recently.

Black Bear (seasonal)peach slices, whipped ricotta, honey drizzle, pecan dust, sourdough$6.25
Honey Bearwhipped ricotta, honey drizzle & cinnamon sugar, sourdough$4.00
Beary Goodwhipped ricotta, strawberries, blueberries, honey drizzle, chia seeds, sourdough$6.00
Sugar Bearfrench toast english muffin with real maple syrup, cinammon sugar, seasonal fruit.$6.50
Ted E. ToastBarney Almond Butter, banana, raisins, whole wheat.$3.25
Mira BearIrish butter, housemade raspberry jam, baguette.$4.00
Ursa Majorsliced bacon, housemade fig jam, goat cheese, honey, balsamic drizzle, baguette.$8.50
Papa Bearalmond butter, housemade raspberry jam, honey, banana slices, chia seeds, brioche.$4.50
Yogi & Boo-Booavocado spread, hummus, cucumber, feta, EVOO, baby greens, pepper flakes, seeded wheat.$7.50

Sandwiches

Jean de l'Oursham, gruyere cheese, buttered baguette.$5.50
The Grizzlyavocado spread, sliced bacon, mixed greens, grape tomatoes & garlicy mayo on seeded wheat.$8.00
Smokey the Bearorganic smoked turkey, havarti, avocado spread, jalapeño mayo, lemon vinagrette, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes on toasted milk roll.$8.75
Pigletorganic smoked ham, green apple slaw, apple butter, cheddar on toasted milk roll.$8.75
Bear's Daily Catchtuna fish “tacos”, lemon vinagrette, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, balsamic drizzle on Naan bread.$8.00
Polar Bearhousemade chicken salad, Craisins, dried apricots, lemon vinagrette, mixed greens, herbed mayo, pecan sprinkle on seeded wheat.$8.75
The Coophousemade egg salad, lemon vinagrette, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon on seeded wheat.$7.75
Ursa Minorquinoa, tomatoes, beets, peppers, cucumbers,feta, baby greens, candied pecans on Naan bread.$9.95
Frittata (Sausage|Egg|Cheese)housemade frittata with lemon vinagrette, mixed greens, on toasted milk roll. Ask about our daily selection.$6.50
Frittata (Bacon|Egg|Cheese)housemade frittata with lemon vinagrette, mixed greens, on toasted milk roll. Ask about our daily selection.$6.50

Other Specialties

Bear's Bountyovernight oats, housemade chia pudding, fresh berries, tree nuts. Served chilled! Made fresh daily. While it lasts.$5.25
Acái Bowl : Bear BryantAcái sorbet, sliced banana, strawberries, blueberries, housemade granola.$9.50
Acái Bowl : G3Acái sorbet, pineapple, strawberries, almond butter, shaved coconut.$9.75
Pastriesa delicious variety of muffins, cookies, cakes, biscotti, and more, from the lovely and talented Danish Pastry House.
Moon Bearyour muffin, grilled with butter. add jam:$3.00

Coffee, Tea, Drinks

Espresso Shots$0.95
Soy/Coconut /Almond Milk
Flavor Shots (20+ varieties)
Light/Dark Roastorganic, fair trade light roast from Costa Rica, or organic, direct trade dark roast from Cameroon.
Iced Coffeeour dark roast, chilled, poured over ice.
Cappuccinoespresso with steamed milk & a layer of foam. (8oz cup)
Espresso Macchiatoespresso with just a dollop of foam.
Cold Brewour espresso roast! steeped cold for 14 hours.
MatchaSmooth and delicious
Americanoespresso & hot water, for slightly less kick.
Lattéespresso, steamed milk & a layer of foam.
Mocha Lattéespresso, steamed milk, Ghirardelli chocoate & a layer of foam.
Café au Laithalf coffee, half steamed milk. Light, dark, or decaf.
Chai Lattéour house-blended Chai, steamed milk & a layer of foam.
Loose Leaf Teaa variety of Rishi, organic, loose-leaf, black, green, white, and herbal teas. See our menu board for current offering.
Black/Citrus Green Iced Teasteeped to perfection and ready for ice.
Lime Rickey, Italian Sodafresh, made in-house, daily. (seasonal, check boards)
Lemonadefrom fresh squeezed lemons, made in-house daily.
Hot chocolateGhirardelli chocoate, made with steamed milk
kids' hot chocolateGhirardelli chocoate, sized right & cooled just enough.
Bottled Drinksa variety of bottled drinks including, Boylan's Natural Sodas, Nantucket Nectars & San Pellegrino Sparkling Water.

Beer, Cider, WineDine-in only

Allagash WhiteMaine, 5.2% abv. A Belgian-style wheat beer, brewed with oats, malted wheat, and raw wheat for a hazy “white” appearance.$7.00
Fiddlehead IPAVermont, 6.2% abv. A hazy, well-balanced American IPA with mellow bitterness and a dry, refreshing finish.$7.50
Jack's Abbey House LagerMassachusetts, 5.2% abv. A golden lager with the finest imported malts and hops, using traditional brewing methods.$6.00
Nightshift WhirlpoolMassachusetts, 4.5% abv. Explosively juicy. It pours hazy blonde with an aroma of ripe peach, and sips citrusy and vibrant.$7.50
Downeast CiderMassachusetts, 5.1% abv. Juicy and sweet. Tastes and smells just like farm fresh cider you drank as a kid. Remarkably drinkable.$6.00
Corona ExtraMexico, 4.5% abv. Pale lager known for its crisp, refreshing taste. With lime wedge on request.$5.50
Kim CrawfordSAUVIGNON BLANK (375ml) : A fresh, juicy wine with ripe, tropical fruit and melon flavors. Pairs well with a fresh salad.$16.00
Chateau Ste Michelle (Chardonnay)CHARDONNAY (375ml) : Fresh, soft style with bright apple and sweet citrus character, and subtle nuances of spice and oak.$12.00
Mionetto (Prosecco)PROSECCO (375ml) : A modern brunch icon. Great as a casual aperitif, a dessert bubbly, or for mimosas.$11.00
Catena (Malbec)MALBEC (375ml) : A soft and velvety texture, juicy fruit and polished tannins. Try it alongside cheeses and olives.$20.00
Chateau Ste Michelle (Cabernet Sauvignon)CABERNET SAUVIGNON (375ml) : Rich with red fruit flavor. Remains delectable at every sip.$15.00
La Crema (Pinot Noir)PINOT NOIR (375ml) : Flavors of red cherry, raspberry and boysenberry, with subtle hints of espresso and cocoa.$19.00