Bear Springs Bistro & Lounge Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the Menu at Bear Springs Bistro & Lounge
Nestled in Highland, CA, Bear Springs Bistro & Lounge embodies the essence of New American cuisine with a touch of elegance. This chic bistro invites diners to indulge in a diverse menu brimming with flavors, from exquisite lamb chops to succulent Wagyu sandwiches. Vegetarian selections abound, complemented by thoughtful house-made dishes, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
Guests rave about the delectable salmon dishes and the remarkable Chilean sea bass, showcasing Chef Lorenzo's exquisite culinary skills. The seasonal menu is designed to surprise and delight, with unique offerings like Vietnamese-style sea bass and mouthwatering lobster rolls. To enhance your experience, the bar boasts innovative cocktails and happy hour specials, alongside a welcoming outdoor seating area.
Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or looking for a cozy dinner spot, Bear Springs Bistro & Lounge combines impeccable service with a warm ambiance, making it a true gastronomic gem.
Flatbread Corner
Southwest Flatbread
Grilled flatbread topped with grilled chicken, roasted corn, pasilla peppers, chorizo mozzarella, cotija, poblano crema and micro cilantro.
Buffalo Chicken Flatbread
Grilled chicken tossed in buffalo sauce topped with mozzarella, carrots, blue cheese crumbles, bacon, micro celery.
Filet Flatbread
Pistachio pesto, grilled filet, broccolini, mushroom, caramelized onion, mozzarella and petite basil.
House Bistro Salad
Mixed green lettuce, tomato, cucumber, fried carrots tossed in champagne vinaigrette.
Side House Salad
Mixed greens, tomato, fried carrots and cucumbers tossed in champagne vinaigrette.
Baby Kale Salad
Kale tossed in green goddess dressing, topped with cherry tomatoes, pickled shallots, pine nuts, shaved parmesan cheese and chopped bacon.
Rosemary Caesar
Romaine lettuce, housemade rosemary Caesar, housemade croutons and shaved parmesan cheese.
Eat Your Greens
Drinks
Lemonade
Pineapple Juice
Coffee
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Fanta
Decaf Coffee
Apple Juice
Redbull
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Dr. Pepper
Grapefruit Juice
Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Voss Water
Hot Coco
Orange
SF Redbull
Milk
Cranberry
Blue Cheese Mushroom Burger
Freshly ground prime beef burger on a brioche bun topped with red wine mushrooms, caramelized onions, aged blue cheese, baby spinach and roasted garlic aioli. Side of fries included.
Bistro Grilled Cheese
Thick cut brioche bread, garlic aioli, pistachio pesto, manchego cheese, apple jam and crispy prosciutto served with french fries or house salad. Side of fries included.
Wagyu Chopped Cheese
Thinly sliced wagyu steak and melted american and provolone cheese. Topped with pickled fresno peppers, caramelized onions, sauteed mushrooms, and brown gravy on toasted ciabatta bread. Side of fries included.
Rosemary Chicken Sandwich
Grilled marinated chicken breast on ciabatta bread with baby spinach, pickled shallots, bacon, gruyere cheese and garlic aioli. Side of fries included.
BBQ Bourbon Apple Bacon Burger
Freshly ground prime and glazed in BBQ sauce on a buttery brioche bun with maple aioli, bacon, bourbon apple jam, goat cheese and arugula. Side of fries included.
Veggie Burger
Beyond patty, arugula, red onion and pickles on ciabatta bread with lemon vegan aioli. Side of fries included.
Bistro Prime Burger
Freshly ground all prime beef burger on a brioche bun with lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cheddar cheese, housemade pickles and 1000 island dressing. Side of fries included.
Burgers Handhelds
Breakfast
Pesto Veggie Omelet
Mushrooms, spinach, broccolini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and pistachio pesto. Served with home fries.
Stuffed French Toast And Berries
Two pieces of buttery brioche bread stuffed with sweet mascarpone cheese, topped with berry jubilee, Chantilly cream, vanilla bean maple syrup and dusted with powdered sugar.
Seafood Omelet
Shrimp, crab, and lobster garnished with avocado and topped with hollandaise. Served with home fries.
Breakfast Sandwich
Ham, scrambled eggs, bacon, avocado mash, cheddar, and gruyere cheese on a brioche bun. Served with home fries.
Big Bear Skillet
Home fries, eggs, onions, peppers, cherry tomatoes, broccolini, mushrooms, cheddar cheese, and brown gravy. Served with choice of bacon or sausage.
Southwest Avocado Toast
Ciabatta bread, avocado mash, freshly prepared eggs, roasted pasilla peppers, grilled corn, cotija cheese, poblano creme and cilantro.
Avocado Toast
Grilled ciabatta toast topped with avocado mash, freshly prepared eggs, arugula, parmesan cheese, and crispy bacon pieces.
Monte Cristo Sandwich
French toast, honey glazed ham, gruyere cheese, topped with house berry jam, powdered sugar and vanilla bean maple syrup. Served with home fries.
Breakfast Burrito
Chorizo sausage, pico de gallo, avocado mash, eggs, cotija cheese, green onions, and poblano creme. Served with home fries and fresh salsa.
California Egg Benedict
Grilled ciabatta toast topped with two eggs, sliced tomatoes, avocado mash and arugula, then drizzled with freshly prepared hollandaise sauce. Served with Home fries.
Ham And Cheese Omelet
Sliced ham, prosciutto, baco, gruyere cheese, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Served with home fries.
Breakfast Plate
Freshly prepared eggs, served with a choice of apple chicken sausage, chorizo sausage, soy chorizo, sausage, or bacon. Includes your choice of pancakes or French toast. Served with home fries.
Prime Steak And Eggs
Served with eggs prepared your way, roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, and marinated portabella mushrooms. Served with home fries.
Loco Moco
Garlic herb rice with carrots and asparagus, topped with a 7oz American wagyu beef patty. Served with broccolini, two sunny side eggs and brown mushroom gravy.
Espresso Creme Brulee
Berry Jubilee
Flambeed berry blend served over flaky pie crust, vanilla bean ice cream and pistachio dust.
Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake
White, milk dark chocolate layered with an oreo cookie crumble, chocolate shavings and housemade berry jam.
Bourbon Apple Bread Pudding
Rich custard brioche with swirls of bourbon braised apples, topped with bourbon glaze and served with vanilla bean ice cream.
Sweet Treats
Shareables
Crispy Brussels
Fresh brussel sprouts fried until crispy then topped with bacon, parmesan balsamic reduction and micro basil.
Loaded Yucca Chips
Crispy fried yucca chips topped with housemade blue cheese dressing, pickled shallots, chopped bacon, blue cheese crumbles, fresh cracked pepper and micro basil.
Crispy Fried Calamari
Lightly breaded fried calamari with house marinara and calabrese aioli.
Poke Stack
Ahi tuna, crushed avocado, edamame, marinated seaweed, spicy mayo, eel sauce, crispy nori, sesame and green onions.
Charcuterie Board
Seasonal house jams, cured sliced meats, selected aged cheeses, mixed nuts, berries, buttery toasted ciabatta bread.
Lobster Crab Dip
Lobster and jumbo lump crab, artichoke hearts, roasted garlic, threecheese dip, served with crispy pita chips.
Chicken Lollipops
Tossed in your choice of housemade buffalo sauce, lemon pepper, or sweet and spicy seasoning.
Usda Prime Ribeye 14 Oz
Served with garlic mashed potatoes, glazed green beans and garlicenhanced shallot compound butter.
Bistro Pasta
Handmadepasta tossed in garlic cream sauce, mushrooms, asparagus, cherry tomatoes topped with parmesan and petite basil.
Prime Smothered BoneIn Pork Chop
12Oz. Bonein prime pork chop smothered with bourbon caramelized onions and apples, sweet potato mash and braised baby kale.
PanRoasted Salmon
Fresh salmon served with garlic herb white rice, grilled broccolini, balsamic glazed baby carrots with garlic cream sauce.
Prosciutto Shrimp And Scallops
Panseared scallops, shrimp served with crispy prosciutto, grilled asparagus, garlic herb rice, garlic cream and pistachio pesto.
Grilled Herbed Chicken Breast
Grilled chicken breast with lemon rosemary sauce accompanied by garlic herb white rice and grilled asparagus.
Prime Filet 10 Oz
Prime tenderloin peppercrusted and panseared, served with roasted garlic mash, carrots, grilled asparagus, Californian golden chanterelle mushrooms and cognac cream sauce.
New Zealand Lamb Rack
Panseared lamb rack topped with pistachio herb butter served over mushroom risotto and grilled broccolini.
Stuffed Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs stuffed with fresh mozzarella and asparagus wrapped in prosciutto and pan seared. Served with spinach mashed potatoes, garlic herb cream sauce and crispy chicken skins.
Prime Sirloin And Lobster Tail
Grilled prime top sirloin, served with south african lobster tail, garlic herb rice and grilled asparagus.
Lobster Crab Cakes
Two jumbo lobster and crab cakes served with edamame corn succotash, sweet potato mash and a tomato compound butter.
Salmon Pesto Pasta
Handmade pasta, creamy pesto sauce, salmon, artichoke hearts, sun dried tomatoes, mushrooms, pine nuts, parmesan cheese and petite basil.